Artfully crafted wines made with the finest grapes from our vineyards in the Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County
Our Wines
We honor each vineyard’s unique characteristics by fermenting and aging the individual vineyard blocks separately, highlighting these characteristics throughout the oak aging process, and blending the components into a balanced, harmonious wine.
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Chardonnay
An opulent wine that balances exuberant tropical fruit with elegance and complexity.
Vineyards: Suter, Twin Oaks, Zanetta
Bouquet: Aromas of crème brûlée and rich tropical fruit
Palate: Elegant, rich, balanced
Finish: A touch of buttered toast and fresh diced pineapple -
Pinot Noir
A silky wine with lush fruit with a classical structure and a lingering finish.
Vineyards: Suter, Wiley
Bouquet: Bright pomegranate, ripe red berries
Palate: Medium-bodied, silky, complex
Finish: Extended, dried flowers, cherry jam, and subtle cedar notes
Winemaker’s Notes
Chardonnay Arroyo Seco,
Monterey 2024
Opens with vibrant aromas of sun-ripened pineapple and guava, immediately braced by a zesty, citrus-driven acidity that reflects the region’s cooling coastal winds. The palate transitions into a luxurious, silk-like creaminess, offering layers of lemon curd and toasted brioche that linger on a long, beautifully balanced finish.
Pinot Noir Arroyo Seco,
Monterey 2024
Our 2024 Pinot Noir opens with a rich spectrum of dark and red fruit flavors, showcasing layers of lush black cherry, tart pomegranate, and vibrant raspberry. The wine's density is beautifully balanced by its bright acidity, resulting in an elegant finish that lingers with earthy complexity and lighter notes of cocoa beans.
Acclaim
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90 Points
Fogscape 2024 Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, Monterey
Tart lime aromas meet with riper nectarine and rustic earthy tones on the nose of this bottling. The palate lands with broad flavors of buttered apple and Meyer lemon, as a persistent acidity keeps the sip fresh.
Matt Kettman, October 2026
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91 Points
Fogscape 2024 Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, Monterey
Butterscotch, nougat, and peach cobbler flavors are plump and juicy, with aromatic notes of orange blossoms and lime sherbet. Spice, white tea, and clove hints add a warm thread, with plenty of oomph on the long finish. Drink now through 2034.
MaryAnn Worobiec, July 2026
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90 Points
Fogscape 2024 Pinot Noir Arroyo Seco, Monterey
Crushed watermelon and earthy plum aromas meet with root beer spices on the nose of this bottling. The palate is pleasant with red fruit flavors.
Matt Kettman, October 2026
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90 Points
Fogscape 2023 Pinot Noir Arroyo Seco, Monterey
Light in body and delicate in texture, this Pinot is well balanced and proportionality is quite good. Well suited to fish dishes or white meats, this will also succeed as a stand-alone sipper...”
Michael Franz, November 2025
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90 Points
Fogscape 2023 Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, Monterey
Tart apple and lime-skin aromas pick up the warmth of honeysuckle on the nose of this wine. There’s stony grip to the palate, with brisk but bold lime and tangerine flavors.
Matt Kettmann, August 2025
The Team
Jose Ramirez - Winemaking
First generation Californian, Winemaker Jose Ramirez took an unexpected detour on his plans to study medicine when he found his true calling during a college harvest internship. Fascinated by the way in which vineyard practices carried through to the finishes wine, Jose embarked on a vineyard-driven approach to winemaking by working closely with the vineyard team to monitor grape quality throughout the vintage. With a passion for the world of wine, he enjoys talking about wine, sharing it with friends, and learning more about it. Jose is currently pursuing advanced WSET certification. In his time away from the cellar, Jose likes to hike along the Monterey Coast and to travel to wineries near and far where he gets to experience the depth and breadth of wines across the globe.
Roger Moitoso - Vineyards
Monterey County native and Vice President of Vineyard Operations Roger Moitoso owes his in-depth knowledge of the area’s growing conditions and soils to decades of experience. Working in collaboration with our winemaking team, he ensures that each of our wines expresses the special character of our vineyards. Roger believes that sustainable viticultural practices are not only better for the environment but produce better grapes. His love of nature is reflected in his skills as an accomplished hunter and avid outdoorsman. A talented gourmet grill chef, Roger is known for the outstanding meals he produces from the vintage grill at the scenic Vaquero Block on Wiley Ranch Vineyard.
The Arroyo Seco Appellation
The Arroyo Seco American Viticultural Area (AVA) is located near Greenfield in Monterey County. Spanning 18,000 acres with half planted to vines, it’s one of California’s smallest growing areas. Though the area is less well known than the adjoining Santa Lucia Highlands, Arroyo Seco wines are increasingly gaining recognition for excellence, A cool maritime climate, ample sunshine, shaded canyons, and rocky soils produce wines with structure, balance, and finesse.
Our Vineyards
