https://bvgg.org/growers daily 0.75 2020-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597631682999-3K8RL7OPXYCYV6D4BZBH/Bennett+Valley+Grape+GrowersBennett+Valley+Grape+Growers+%2815%29.jpg Growers by Variety https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597631631642-CM2PMGK5QVOXHAXES95A/Bennett+Valley+Grape+GrowersBennett+Valley+Grape+Growers+%288%29.jpg Growers by Variety https://bvgg.org/media-trade daily 0.75 2022-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599500186973-CTIGEPJA6LE3VTXZXJST/Frostwatch%2Bicicles.jpg Media & Trade https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599854095067-M0YM2OK2KGBLAPH5TSO5/syrahjpeg.jpg Media & Trade https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599928103178-GGT82W67EKA25N1ONE33/13582057_1099058210155333_3693603099765410716_o.jpg Media & Trade https://bvgg.org/services-2 daily 0.75 2024-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597284904358-TF1KH1EVWBGSZS04V3AQ/bennett+valley+cellars.jpg Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1596762142982-ZWX1UYTNG77OACHZWNQN/IMG_3919.jpg Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1596753691104-N1POIPKHW3SRMO9O541C/IMG-2978+%281%29.JPG Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597679811726-I5ERTOZP4NB219MU61VT/IMG_0341_091024.jpg Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597079103108-7P0MXJ3Z7NG0OHA0KKQX/Henry%2BDavid%2B2.jpg Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597680011467-LL0TQU1MQ8NAYKK4KEJ0/pigasus+vineyards.png Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1596759173732-A1CVE5TK8X5YB982UW7P/Jordan%2BRosen%2BPhotography-3506.jpg Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597284685377-A2PF1WO9JXMDADWM69I8/coursey+graves+fog+2.png Our Wineries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597357687909-VI834A9TV4E22BSOFUBM/Bevan+grapes.jpg Our Wineries https://bvgg.org/home daily 1.0 2022-01-20 https://bvgg.org/about-the-ava daily 0.75 2020-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1605572544271-NOECLOLG48YLZJJJZ8BN/Post_Prohibition.jpg Our Grapes - Post-Prohibition Bennett Valley wines are indeed distinctive. With our early morning summer fog, cool marine breezes and mountain benchlands, the wines of this appellation deliver the best of what can be achieved from cool climate winegrowing. While winegrapes in the area date back to the 1800s, the region’s potential remained untapped until the mid -1970s. At that time, a handful of modern viticultural visionaries embraced the notion that cool climate varietals would thrive here and under careful guidance produce wines to rival the best from the old world. Largely due to the efforts of these individuals, the wine cognoscenti recognized Bennett Valley as a valley that was synonymous with exceptional Merlot and Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597107371009-GVNJAHKV9D7VG1KQUQ9T/Bennett+Valley+Grape+GrowersBennett+Valley+Grape+Growers+%2810%29.jpg Our Grapes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599520970723-M8YSWS2T3VBXWQOZHMWD/IMG_0282_091024.jpg Our Grapes - Crisp Whites While red wines from Bennett Valley are highly regarded, it is perhaps the white wines that best demonstrate the impact of our cool climate and commitment to “sense of place.” Despite their significant varietal differences, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and White Rhones grown in Bennett Valley share one common feature. They all maintain natural acidity levels that come from a long growing season marked by afternoon and morning fog. Often described as complex, structured, crisp, and bright, these are white wines that reflect the characteristics of their respective varietals but also demonstrate their cool climate origins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1597680894496-XJBANKG9HCRU8LVWVGRW/IMG-2974.jpg Our Grapes - More Recently, As new vineyards are planted and existing vineyards are replanted or converted, Pinot Noir acreage has steadily increased. Pinot Noir only reveals its subtle brilliance under certain conditions and a long cool growing season is one of the keys to this tricky varietal. Winemakers are sourcing Bennett Valley fruit and vineyard designated wines are beginning to appear. Growers and winemakers alike expect great things from this region as these newer plantings come of age. https://bvgg.org/about-the-ava-1 daily 0.75 2020-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1595539197413-WRFZ11KOM6TTOF4Q8CC5/AVA_Map1-18-01.jpg AVA Description - Bennett Valley Bennett Valley is a gently sloping elevated valley set between three mountains in Sonoma County. Our well-drained mountain benchland soils combine with early morning fog and marine breezes to create ideal conditions for growing exceptional cool-climate varietals. With 8,140 total acres and just 650 planted acres, Bennett Valley is one of the smaller Sonoma County appellations. Our 36 primarily family-owned vineyards average less than 20 acres each. At harvest time, you’ll often find our grower-owners, their family and friends working alongside the harvest crews. There is an obvious passion here, and our growers believe deeply in the potential of this unique winegrowing region. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599521839949-NKGPBU919384JZWAAGNC/IMG_0333_091024+%281%29.jpg AVA Description - Off the Beaten Path The valley itself is peaceful and serene. We have just one winery open to the public (Matanzas Creek) but you’ll find our appellation listed on some of the most sought-after artisan wine labels in California: Donelan Family, Morlet, Carlisle, Bevan Cellars and Argot, to name just a few. In addition, there are a handful of recently established grower brands, many producing small lots of ultra premium wine in urban warehouse facilities which cater to artisan producers. While their focus may vary, all are committed to crafting wines that are true to their vineyards and our unique appellation. https://bvgg.org/bennettbench daily 0.75 2024-06-09 https://bvgg.org/1-badgley-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-31 https://bvgg.org/grower-profiles daily 0.75 2022-10-08 https://bvgg.org/varietal-growers daily 0.75 2024-02-24 https://bvgg.org/history daily 0.75 2020-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599855051025-FZWLUOUGXR1MOUXTTDJ5/IMG-3554.jpg History - 1854 James Bennett, for whom the valley is named, is elected to the state senate where he introduces a bill making Santa Rosa the county seat. 1862 Isaac DeTurk plants grapevines on land he acquired from James Bennett and establishes the valley’s first winery, Belle Mount. 1884 Bennett Valley becomes a highly productive agricultural and high-quality grape growing area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1598850684804-GYCDQOR82SD58JQKEON4/pasted+image+0+%281%29.png History - Early History Native American Tribes include the Miwok, Pomo and Wappo who thrive on the area’s varied food sources and temperate climate. 1850 Bennett Valley sees an influx of settlers who quickly took to farming the rich volcanic soils. 1853 John Shakelford Taylor owned 2000 acres on what is now called Taylor Mountain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599854917101-CPG4L4ROXJZNFQRKTL1J/DSC_2351.jpg History - 1977 Matanzas Creek Winery is founded, once again establishing Bennett Valley as a recognized wine growing region. 2003 Bennett Valley is formally recognized as an American Viticultural Area (AVA). 2004 The Bennett Valley Grape Growers organization is formed with a commitment to making the valley a premier grape growing and winemaking area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1598856091991-QCFJG5YDH0QQEXDTK4PL/prohibition.jpg History - 1890 Phylloxera devastates the vines in Bennett Valley. 1920 Prohibition, coupled with the damage from phylloxera, ends grape growing in the valley. 1933 The end of Prohibition sees grape growing returning to the valley. https://bvgg.org/6-drystack-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/geography-soils-climate daily 0.75 2020-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1598821605392-2OKNJENPABJGWRBOWYFR/coursey%2Bgraves%2Bfog.jpg Geography, Soils & Climate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599522236444-R57OSRDVK0OA1NONVYPO/BV+Rock+wall.jpg Geography, Soils & Climate https://bvgg.org/5-dexter-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/4-destein-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-31 https://bvgg.org/growers-reds daily 0.75 2022-10-08 https://bvgg.org/winery-partners daily 0.75 2020-11-17 https://bvgg.org/sustainable-farming daily 0.75 2020-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1599512524762-BHXB7LZX0A4KRWYMQX5O/DSC_2365.JPG Sustainable Farming https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f13c4a816516519808d10a1/1605576196326-NEJSLXWXWGQ4AFH9MYY3/SoCo_Winegrowers.png Sustainable Farming https://bvgg.org/3-berlin-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/7-flying-cloud daily 0.75 2022-10-08 https://bvgg.org/9-frostwatch daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/10-graves-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-09-06 https://bvgg.org/15-jemrose-vineyards daily 0.75 2021-01-04 https://bvgg.org/13-iantoscavineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/17-madzia-vineyards daily 0.75 2022-10-08 https://bvgg.org/18-marinas-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-31 https://bvgg.org/29-sunny-meadows-farm daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/19-moaveni-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/20-next-step-vineyards daily 0.75 2024-02-24 https://bvgg.org/24-ranch-rocoso daily 0.75 2020-09-07 https://bvgg.org/26-sable-ridge-vineyard daily 0.75 2022-10-08 https://bvgg.org/12-henstooth-ranch daily 0.75 2020-09-06 https://bvgg.org/22-nolan-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/23-pigasus-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/32-yulupa-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/30-taylor-mt-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-09-07 https://bvgg.org/14-jackson-family-farms daily 0.75 2020-09-08 https://bvgg.org/8-four-brothers-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/11-henry-david-vineyards daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/25-radiant-ridge-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/31-westerhold-family-wines daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/16-judge-family-vineyard daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/28-steiner-ranch daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/21-nines daily 0.75 2020-09-07 https://bvgg.org/27-simpatico-ranch daily 0.75 2020-12-09 https://bvgg.org/blue-moon-vineyard daily 0.75 2021-04-05 https://bvgg.org/enzo-vineyards daily 0.75 2022-10-08