Torre Ranch

Field	Details
Owner	Ridge Vineyards (Monte Bello estate)
Location	Cupertino
Named After	Torre family
Significance	Sole fruit source when Ridge Vineyards founded in 1962
AVA	Santa Cruz Mountains
Type	Vineyard

Overview

Historic vineyard named after the Torre family, who re-established winemaking on Monte Bello Ridge. Torre Ranch served as the sole fruit source when the modern Ridge Vineyards was founded in 1962, making it a foundational site in the winery's history.

History

Pre-1962: The Torre family re-established winemaking on Monte Bello Ridge, reviving the tradition of viticulture at this historic site.

1962: When Ridge Vineyards was founded, Torre Ranch was the sole fruit source for the winery, providing all the grapes for the first vintages of what would become one of California's most acclaimed wines.

Present: Torre Ranch remains a key component of Ridge Vineyards' Monte Bello estate, continuing its historic role in producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.

Vineyard

Location: Cupertino, Santa Cruz Mountains

Historic Significance: Sole fruit source at Ridge's founding in 1962

Varietals planted:

• Cabernet Sauvignon - Primary varietal for Monte Bello blend
• Merlot
• Petit Verdot
• Cabernet Franc

Wine Production

Producers using Torre Ranch fruit:

• Ridge Vineyards - Estate vineyard, foundational component of Monte Bello blend

Related Entries

• Ridge Vineyards - Current owner
• Monte Bello Vineyard - Part of the Monte Bello estate
• Klein Ranch - Historic Ridge vineyard
• Perrone Ranch - Historic Ridge vineyard
• Rousten Ranch - Ridge vineyard
• Jimsomare Ranch - Another historic Ridge vineyard site

Sources

• Ridge Vineyards historical records