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Winery
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Built in 1998 in the Spanish Mission style, the Santa Pietra Winery features
oversized wood doors, a dramatic belltower, and an authentic bell custom forged
for the winery. The
magnificent building is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque vineyards
that offer a spectactular view, especially from the second-floor tasting room.
In spite of the traditional exterior, the winery contains state-of-the-art
technology and was designed by our winemaker, Alessio Carli, to facilitate
production of exceptional quality wines. In addition, the winery
contains an olive oil pressing room with an Italian Pieralisi press.
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| Proprietors: |
Cortlandt (Cort), Phyllis and John Blackburn |
| Winemaker: |
Alessio Carli |
| Established: |
1989 |
| Appellation: |
Cienega Valley |
| Planted Vineyard: |
150 acres |
| Grape Varieties: |
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel,
Dolcetto, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio
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| Oldest Planting: |
Zinfandel from 1905 |
| Planted Olive Grove: |
30 acres with 5000 trees |
Olive Varieties: |
Leccino, Frantoio, Itrana, Pendolino and Coratina |
| Winery: |
12000 square feet, completed in 2000 |
Cooperage: |
2200 French and American oak barrels |
| Tasting Room: |
Open for complimentary tasting Monday through Friday 11:00 am
to 4:00 pm and weekends 11:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Tours: |
Available by appointment at 831-636-1991 |
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