https://garrodfarms.com

Family-owned estate winery and equestrian center operating since 1893. Originally purchased from Mount Eden Orchard and Vineyard Company by David and Sophia Garrod. Property produced dried prunes and apricots until the late 1950s when orchards were replaced with stables. First grape vines (2 acres Cabernet Sauvignon from Paul Masson cuttings) planted in 1972. Tasting room opened in 1994.

100% estate-grown, produced, and bottled wines. Certified organic and sustainable farming practices.

Property includes multiple named vineyard blocks:

• George's Vineyard - Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir (clone 777)
• Finley Vineyard - Viognier (2 acres), Pinot Noir (clone 777), Syrah, Merlot (1 acre)
• Gravel Ridge Vineyard - Chardonnay
• Francville Vineyard - Cabernet Franc
• Lone Oak Vineyard - Cabernet Sauvignon
• Valley View Vineyard - Cabernet Sauvignon

• Viognier - 2 acres, aged in stainless steel (only non-oak aged wine)
• Chardonnay - Barrel fermented in neutral French oak, 10 months sur lie
• Pinot Noir - Two Vineyards designation (George's + Finley), clone 777, 10 months French oak
• Cabernet Franc - From Francville Vineyard, 10 months French oak
• Syrah - From Finley Vineyard, 10 months French oak
• Cabernet Sauvignon - Multiple designations:
  • George's Vineyard (vineyard designate)
  • Two Vineyards (Lone Oak + Valley View)
  • 22 months French oak plus additional bottle aging
• Merlot - 1 acre in Finley Vineyard, small lot production, 10 months French oak
• Test Pilot Blends - Red blends with aviation-themed names

Garrod Farms Stables - Full equestrian facility offering:

• Trail rides and lessons (Western and English)
• Horse boarding (5 riding arenas including 1 covered, 2 longing arenas, round pen)
• Summer camp
• Pony rides
• Access to 20+ miles of trails

Article from March 2008 at vinography.com