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Messier Vineyards
Gonzales

Messier Vineyards

About Messier Vineyards

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.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Club Tastings

Quarterly or monthly tastings for wine club members, with varying group sizes depending on membership tier

Private Tour and Barrel Tasting

Annual private tour and barrel tasting at the estate for Redwood Ridge membership tier

Member Events

Currently 5 member events per year, complimentary for higher tier members

Varietals

Pinot NoirChardonnay

When to visit Messier Vineyards

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 about Messier Vineyards

Can you visit Messier Vineyards? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Messier Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.

What wines does Messier Vineyards specialize in?

Messier Vineyards focuses on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Signature bottles include 2022 Chardonnay, 2022 Rosé de Pinot Noir, 2022 Pinot Noir Cuvée Sagittaire.

Do you need a reservation to visit Messier Vineyards?

No, Messier Vineyards welcomes walk-ins (from their website, September 6, 2026).

Does Messier Vineyards offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Messier Vineyards offers vineyard tours. Options include Wine Club Tastings, Private Tour and Barrel Tasting and Member Events.

Where is Messier Vineyards located?

Messier Vineyards is at 701 Alta St in Gonzales, California. Phone: +1 831-293-4520.

Who makes the wine at Messier Vineyards?

The winemaking at Messier Vineyards is led by Greg Vita, Chris Vita, Etienne Grivot.

What are Messier Vineyards's tasting hours?

Messier Vineyards is open Saturday to Wednesday, 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Thursday and Friday, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Where to find Messier Vineyards

Messier Vineyards is at 701 Alta St, Gonzales, California, United States.

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