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Alfaro Family Vineyard
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Owners | Alfaro Family |
| Location | Corralitos |
| Elevation | 450-850 feet |
| Size | 60 acres under vine |
| AVA | Santa Cruz Mountains |
| Type | Vineyard |
Overview
Alfaro Family Vineyard is a 60-acre estate vineyard located in Corralitos, California, in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA. The vineyard is situated less than 4 miles from the cooling influence of Monterey Bay, with elevations ranging from 450 to 850 feet across various vineyard blocks.
Vineyard
Total acreage: 60 acres currently under vine
Elevation range: 450-850 feet
- Main Alfaro Family Vineyard block: 588-730 feet
- South-facing hillside vineyard: 500-650 feet
- Ryan Spencer vineyard: 450-800 feet
- Summit of property: 850 feet
Location: Less than 4 miles from Monterey Bay in Corralitos
Vineyard blocks: Multiple named blocks ranging from 3 to 16 acres, with the largest block (just over 14 acres) planted in 1999.
Varietals planted:
- Pinot Noir
- Chardonnay
- Grüner Veltliner
Wine Production
The Alfaro family produces wine under their own Alfaro Family Vineyards & Winery label. Other producers also source fruit from this vineyard, including Big Basin Vineyards.