Peake Ranch, Sta. Rita Hills AVASanta Barbara County
Nestled at the eastern edge of the esteemed Sta. Rita Hills AVA along Santa Rosa Road, lies Peake Ranch, a sprawling 105-acre estate boasting 50 acres of meticulously tended vines. The vineyard is a harmonious tapestry of varietals, including seven distinct clones of Pinot Noir, three of Chardonnay, and two each of Syrah and Grenache.
Perched along a rolling hill that dominates the landscape, the vineyard enjoys the full embrace of the refreshing Pacific breezes as they sweep into the Santa Ynez Valley. This unique topography, with its myriad of North, South, East, and West-facing slopes, ensures that the vines bask in a spectrum of microclimates. This exposure to varying wind intensities and directions contributes to a rich fruit flavors, unparalleled in its diversity, especially for a vineyard of its size.