The Donati Family Tasting Room resembles a European Chateau

I love how they are doing sustainable farming, allowing for natural predators and reduced use of pesticides.  It is a hospitable environment for vine and fruit growth.  They regularly hand-tend each and every vine, the family is gradually learning that effective and efficient sustainable practices can indeed make a significant difference in both the local environment and in the grape and wine quality.  Hopefully one day they wont use any pesticides.

                                                        The Tasting Room

They produce a variety of wines; Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Syrah, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc and Petite Verdot.

                                          Cool Door in the Tasting Room

I bought the Chardonnay, it is unoaked which is harder to come by.  It is a crisp wine with a bit of citrus, pear and honey.

Located on the corner of Highway 46 West and Vineyard Drive nestled in the hills of Templeton, CA.

http://www.donatifamilyvineyard.com/

Donati Family Vineyard
2720 Oak View Rd.
Templeton, CA 93465
Phone: 877-511-WINE (9463)
Local: (805) 238-0676