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Messier Vineyards

Messier Vineyards

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Gonzales, seven miles from the Pacific Ocean. Ninety-three acres, twenty planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Greg Vita and Chris Vita work alongside Etienne Grivot of Domaine Jean Grivot in Vosne-Romanée, with Todd Kenyon managing the vineyard. The 2022 portfolio from Monterey AVA includes a Chardonnay aged six months in French oak, a Rosé de Pinot Noir unoaked, and a Pinot Noir Cuvée Sagittaire aged eighteen months in French oak. The vineyard practices sustainable and organic farming.

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Varietals

Pinot NoirChardonnay

When to go

Monday1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Good to know

Yes — Messier Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors.
Messier Vineyards focuses on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay. Signature bottles include 2022 Chardonnay, 2022 Rosé de Pinot Noir, 2022 Pinot Noir Cuvée Sagittaire. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Messier Vineyards is in Gonzales, California. Phone: +1 831-293-4520. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Messier Vineyards is led by Greg Vita, Chris Vita, Etienne Grivot. 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.
Monday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM | Tuesday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM | Wednesday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM | Saturday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM | Sunday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

701 Alta St
Gonzales, California, United States of America

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