THE ESTATE
OUR HOME
At the core of Skipstone is a profound respect for the land that makes everything possible. It is our foundation, our inspiration, and our responsibility. This is the estate behind Skipstone.
Skipstone is tucked between two hillsides in the mountains above Alexander Valley. Here, our vineyard forms a natural amphitheater within a horseshoe-shaped mountain, hidden high above the valley. It is a place of striking beauty, and one whose substance reveals itself through time spent on the land.
Our two hundred acres inspire every aspect of our wine growing and estate farming. We care for them with exacting standards and a lasting commitment to sustainability, listening closely to the vineyards as each season unfolds. In turn, our wines speak eloquently of their origin.
Sometimes, very rarely, beauty, substance and soul come together in one place. Welcome to Skipstone.
PRACTICES
OUR CARE FOR THE LAND
Our organic and sustainable farming practices are guided by the natural complexity and balance of the vineyard.
We draw on the earth’s own resources to support its health, allowing each part of the estate to contribute to the wines. No chemical herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers are used in our vineyards.
Organic Farming
Nothing stands above our devoted partnership with the earth. Organic farming nurtures the vineyard’s natural complexity and balance, allowing the character of Skipstone’s terroir to find expression in the wines.
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Olive Orchards
Fahri’s heritage as a third-generation olive farmer lives on in our cherished grove, CCOF certified organic since the 2009 harvest.
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Culinary Gardens
Guided by permaculture, our gardens form a balanced, regenerative ecosystem, bringing the character and abundance of the estate to the table.
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Sustainability
Our care for the estate reaches beyond the requirements of CCOF certification. In every season, we seek a lasting balance between what we give to the land and what we receive.
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