Stolpman Vineyards

Stolpman Vineyards

2434 Alamo Pintado Ave Los Olivos CA 93441
stolpmanvineyards.com

Region: Santa Barbara County

Owners: Stolpman Family

Winemaker: Kyle Knapp

About: Established in 1990 in Ballard Canyon AVA, Santa Barbara County, Stolpman now boasts 15 different grape varieties and is certified both CCOF Organic and Demeter Biodynamic. Stolpman prides itself on taking care of its land AND its people. La Cuadrilla, the vineyard crew, works year-round at Stolpman and receives hourly and year-end profit-sharing bonuses based on the sales of their namesake red blend. The beautiful rolling Limestone hills are meticulously farmed by the dedicated, passionate crew.

What is your favorite undiscovered grape? Trousseau

What was your first experience with an undiscovered grape? Traveling through Italy, we ordered a bottle of Timorasso at a restaurant in Piemonte, and we were blown away by both the richness and delicate balance. We sought bottles out from the producer, now retired, Walter Massa, for the rest of the trip!

What do you love most about the undiscovered grapes? This world of wine is so vast, and there is always something new to discover. And then, these wines we fall in love with slightly change with every vintage, and we get to taste the nuance and hoard our favorites to enjoy with friends.