Fortino Winery - scmwine/Wineries GitHub Wiki
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Founders | Ernest and Marie Fortino (1970) |
| Current Owners | Gino & Teri Fortino |
| Winemaker | Gino Fortino |
| Address | 4525 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy, CA 95020 |
| Phone | (408) 842-3305 |
| Web Site | http://www.fortinowinery.com |
| First Vintage | 1970 |
| Current Production | Up to 15,000 cases |
| Tasting Hours | Wed-Sun 12-5pm (Closed Mon-Tue) |
Established 1970 by Ernest and Marie Fortino. Now operated by son Gino Fortino (worked in winery since age nine) and wife Teri.
51+ years in operation. Expanded into event center with wedding venue and delicatessen/tasting bar.
Estate vineyard with Merlot vines. Manicured landscape with majestic redwoods and gently sloping hillside. Wedding and event venue with both indoor and outdoor spaces.
In-house Italian food. Beer and wine tasting available.
Produces several wines from estate vineyard:
- White wines
- Red wines
- Sparkling wines
- Fruit wines
- Almond Champagne (specialty)
Wine club available with member-only events and discounts.