Maître de Chai, established in 2012, is a personal project of Marty Winters and Alex Pitts focused on crafting wines of exceptional quality and value from single California vineyards. The winery sources grapes from impeccably farmed sites and emphasizes minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing wines to develop and express their unique terroir.
Maitre De Chai is in Berkeley, CA, in the San Francisco Bay wine region. Phone: +1 510-616-1503. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Maitre De Chai was established in 2012, giving the estate 14 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Maitre De Chai is led by Marty Winters, Alex Pitts. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Maitre De Chai offers: Tastings by Appointment, Private Events, Winery Events and Order Pick Up. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
