Open: Year Round
Wellington Vineyards is owned by the father and son team of John and Peter Wellington.Wellington Vineyards and winery on Dunbar Road nestled between the lovely towns of Glen Ellen and Kenwood (locals call it Glenwood). The hospitality staff is highly enthusiastic, friendly and is sure to provide you with an educational and fun introduction to Wellington wines. We are a small but tight-knit group of individuals.
Wellington Vineyards is owned by the father and son team of John and Peter Wellington. John purchased the winery site in 1986. At the time, it consisted of 20 acres of old vines and a few decrepit old fruit and nut trees. Replanting of part of the old vineyard and orchard started in 1988. The winery was completed in time for the 1989 crush. We grow approximately half the grapes we use and purchase the remainder, primarily from small, unique vineyards.Our first Tasting Room opened to the public in 1994.
The estate vineyards consist of 21 acres, 8 of which are 85 to 117 years old. There are 24 different varieties in the old vineyard, with the most common being Zinfandel, Carignan, Alicante Bouschet, Grenache and Syrah. In addition, there are 10 acres of eleven to sixteen year old vines that consist of Merlot, Chardonnay, Marsanne, and Syrah. We grow more Merlot than anything else. Three more acres were replanted in 2001, predominantly to Syrah, Zinfandel and Grenache. In the vineyard we practice sustainable agriculture. We use a blend of organic and traditional farming practices that promote healthy vines and a healthy environment.
