Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards & Winery

Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards & Winery, located in the Santa Cruz Mountains appellation, is one of six family-owned wineries along the Corralitos Wine Trail. The region's unique microclimate is particularly suited for producing high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, as well as other varietals. Windy Oaks Estate focuses on estate-bottled wines, with a strong emphasis on terroir expression through careful vineyard management practices. Their approach combines traditional methods with proprietary techniques, including the use of hot-air machines to minimize chemical sprays and control pests. The winery's three locations offer tastings by reservation, allowing visitors to experience their "spectacularly crafted" wines. Vineyard activities include pruning in February-April, bud break in March, and sucker removal throughout the growing season. The Corralitos Wine Trail invites visitors to explore the region's idyllic countryside, surrounded by redwood trees, apple orchards, olive groves, and flower farms, where "there is a lot of magic in the air."

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.