Staglins are a family that enjoys wine and cares deeply about philanthropy. Each person in family, Shari, Garen, Brandon and Shannon, works together to make motto, “great wines for great causes,” a reality. The wine they make is a not only a passion in itself but also a means to make the world a better place.

Since David Abreu began farming our vineyard in 1985, he's brought into play his over 25 years of experience to take care of it as if it were his own. He's helped us to farm 100% organically, certified by the CCOF. During each growing season, David and his team thin clusters two to four times, so that those that remain can get more nutrients and grow to their best flavor balance.

Situated under a steep hillside just above our vineyard, the winery's underground construction minimizes its impact on the local ecosystem: the old oak trees on the hill are unharmed by the caves deep beneath them. Storing wine in caves ages it slowly and minimizes evaporation naturally: Underground it's both cool and humid! As a result, this process draws very little electricity and contributes less to global climate change.

In July 2007, Staglin Family Vineyard made a commitment to 100% solar power.