P AND M STAIGER VINEYARD - scmwine/Wineries GitHub Wiki
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Owner | Staiger Family |
| Location | Boulder Creek |
| Established | 1973 |
| Topography | Steep hillside |
| AVA | Santa Cruz Mountains |
| Type | Vineyard |
Historic vineyard established in 1973 on steep hillside terrain in Boulder Creek. The vineyard represents one of the early mountain vineyard plantings in the Boulder Creek area, with vines planted on challenging hillside slopes.
1973: P&M Staiger Vineyard established on steep hillside in Boulder Creek
The vineyard has maintained continuous production for over five decades, making it one of the historic vineyard sites in the northern Santa Cruz Mountains.
Established: 1973
Location: Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains
Topography: Steep hillside planting
Varietals planted:
- Chardonnay
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Cabernet Franc
The steep hillside location provides excellent drainage and sun exposure while requiring hand farming of the vines.
The vineyard has supplied fruit to Santa Cruz Mountains producers for decades, maintaining its reputation as a quality hillside site.
- Boulder Creek - Location
- Santa Cruz Mountains vineyard records