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| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Owners | Jim and Judy Schultze |
| Winemaker | Spencer Schultze (son, current) |
| Former Winemaker | Jim Schultze (founder) |
| Winery & Vineyard | 550 Hazel Dell Road, Corralitos, CA 95076 |
| Mailing Address | 380 Sweetwood Way, Corralitos, CA 95076 |
| Phone | (831) 724-9562 / (831) 786-9463 |
| Website | https://www.windyoaksestate.com |
| Established | 1999 |
| Vineyard Size | 14 acres Pinot Noir, 1 acre Chardonnay |
| AVA | Santa Cruz Mountains |
Concentrates on producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay exclusively from estate-grown grapes.
1996: Began with 3 acres of Pinot Noir.
1999: Winery established.
Expanded to 14 acres of Pinot Noir and 1 acre of Chardonnay in Corralitos. Also sources from Monterey vineyards.
"Extreme minimal intervention" approach. The Schultze family aims to "create wines which elegantly reflect their terroir — wines with balance, complexity and harmony." Minimal manipulation in the winery allows vineyards to express themselves naturally.
Son Spencer Schultze has taken over winemaking duties from founder Jim Schultze.
Three locations (reservations highly recommended):
- Corralitos - 550 Hazel Dell Road (main winery location)
- Carmel-by-the-Sea - Lincoln between Ocean & 6th
- Carmel Valley - 19 E Carmel Valley Road
Estate Focus:
- Pinot Noir (multiple bottlings)
- Chardonnay
- Schultze Family Vineyard - estate vineyard