Estate Vineyards

Estate Vineyards

Taste Sonoma

Born of the soil, raised by the sun, crafted by time. The complexity of our wine is the true embodiment of our vineyards.

Our three Estate Vineyards: Behler, Wild Oak, and Lagomarsino showcase the diversity of Sonoma County. Each of our vineyards possesses its own unique soil profile, micro-climate, and geographic distinction adding expression to the fruit and ultimately the wine. From foggy valley floors to sloping riverside hills the nuances of these regions are put on display within each glass poured. Caring for more than 400 acres of Certified Sustainable Vineyards between Sonoma Valley and Russian River Valley, we take great pride in showcasing one of the world’s premier grape-growing regions.

Behler Vineyard

This is the original St. Francis estate vineyard, called Behler Vineyard to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the planting of the vines by Will Behler, one of Sonoma Valley's agricultural pioneers. Our founder Joe Martin purchased the vineyard in 1971. Located in the northern Sonoma Valley floor and bordered on two sides by Sonoma Creek, the soil profile is loam and gravel. The climate is moderated by both the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay. It is a cool growing region ideal for both Chardonnay and Merlot.

Behler Vineyard

SONOMA VALLEY

  • LOCATION

Sonoma Valley

  • ESTABLISHED

1972

  • PLANTED ACREAGE

82 Acres

  • VARIETALS

Merlot, Chardonnay, Zinfandel

Wild Oak Vineyard

This vineyard is the site of our Winery and Tasting Room, located at the base of majestic Sugarloaf Ridge and Hood Mountain. The rock and gravel that has washed down over the centuries provide an ideal soil for small yields of concentrated fruit. The weather is moderated by the Pacific Ocean and the San Francisco Bay.

WILD OAK VINEYARD

SONOMA VALLEY

  • LOCATION

Sonoma Valley

  • ESTABLISHED

1981

  • PLANTED ACREAGE

130 Acres

  • VARIETALS

Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Mouvedre, Sauvignon Blanc, Petite Verdot, Marsanne, Rousanne and Viognier

Lagomarsino Vineyard

Extending East from the Russian River Valley floor to the rolling hills, this vineyard experiences moderate temperatures and excellent West/Southwest exposure. Chardonnay is planted in loam and clay soil in the coolest area, at the river flood plain. Midway up, in a warmer region, Sauvignon Blanc is planted in upland gravel and loam soil. Toward the top of the property with excellent western exposure, Cabernet Sauvignon thrives.

LAGOMARSINO VINEYARD

RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY

  • LOCATION

Healdsburg, Russian River Valley

  • ESTABLISHED

1997

  • PLANTED ACREAGE

171 Acres

  • VARIETALS

Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

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