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Marimar Torres Estate
10400 Graton Road
Sebastopol, CA 95472
(707) 823-4365

Tasting:   Open 11 to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, closed weekends
Complimentary Tasting
10% discount on 6 to 11 bottles, 20% off case
Tours:
  Tours by Appointment
Amenities:
  Closed on Weekends
Price Range:   $25 to $95 per bottle
Established:   1992
Vineyards:   60 acres
Production:
  15,000 cases
Winery Dog:   Chico & Brandy

Description

The California wine industry has room for all types of entrepreneurs, but there is no other like Marimar Torres and her organic wine monarchy. Tucked back in western Sonoma County is a Spanish wine heiress who oversees an organic vineyard producing elegant, sophisticated wines that match her own personal grace, culture, and breeding. In addition, they have the largest winery dogs in the county.

Ms. Torres built a Catalan-style winery on a side of a hill in the foggy Green Valley Appellation. The attractive winery, with its red tile roof, bright
blue-highlighted mustard-yellow walls and lovely outside courtyard is a splendid place to visit. The interior has many Spanish-style details, with a tile floor, chandelier, family photos, and portraits of Spanish nobility. There is a full gourmet kitchen in the winery, which is appropriate, as Ms. Torres is an accomplished chef with two cookbooks to her credit.

The Torres family is well known in Spain, Chile, and most recently in the small towns of Sonoma County. Their extensive vineyard holdings in Spain and Chile are some of the largest in the world. In Green Valley, things are a bit different from the grand salons of Madrid, Barcelona or Santiago -- and that is just fine with Marimar, as she is known in this small, rural close-knit community. Never boring, Marimar surprised many when she commissioned two ten-foot tall “replica” winery dogs, complete with red tongues, which stand guard over the vineyard. (Look for sheep in the vineyard that help keep the weeds down and the soil nourished.)

The boutique winery has a focus on producing the region’s flagship wines: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In May 2006, the Marimar Estate Vineyard completed the arduous process of becoming a California Certified Organic Vineyard. In 2008 they announced the addition of their 37,600 Kwh solar program cutting their power needs  in half.

Features
Ambiance Types of Wine Amenities
Resort Like
Off the Beaten Path
Family Run
Country Charm
Casual & Relaxed
Hip & Stylish
Burgundy
Estate Grown Wines
Organic/Sustainable Ag.
Tours Available
VIP Tasting
Picnic Sites
"Green" Technology
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Amenities, Comfort & Cleanliness
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Overall Impressions
Big Dogs!
James, Sacramento
February, 2008

It was a bit out of the way but what a beautiful drive and lovely reception we received at the winery. Its not a big place but plenty accommodating. It has a European feel to the place and some very good Pinot and Chard. Call in advance and be ready for a real treat.

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