Sandar & Hem

Sandar & Hem is a boutique winery based in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA, California, founded by Robert and Recha Bergstrom in 2018 after their respective careers in medicine and tech. The winery's philosophy centers around site-specific, terroir-driven wines that highlight the unique attributes of each individual vineyard. Winemaker Robert Bergstrom, a student of classic wines and techniques, crafts distinctive wines with a light hand that emphasizes energy and translucence. The result is a range of wines that showcase the nuances of the Santa Cruz Mountains' marine-influenced region. The winery's current releases include the 2021 Bates Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Mountain Winery Vineyard Chardonnay, and 2023 Deerheart Vineyard Pinot Noir. Sandar & Hem has received widespread critical acclaim from notable wine critics, including Antonio Galloni, John Akeley, Matt Kettmann, Jeb Dunnuck, Laurie Love, and Matthew Luczy Wine Advocate. The winery's commitment to respecting nature and producing transparent wines of distinction has earned it a reputation as a rising star in the Santa Cruz Mountains appellation.

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