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Scheid Vineyards

1972 Hobson Ave
Greenfield, CA 93927
(831) 386 0316

Tasting:   Open 11 to 5 pm daily
Complimentary tasting
10% off 6 to 11 bottles, 15% off case purchase
Price Range:   $10 to $20 per bottle with their reserve “Claret” $55.
Established:   1996
Vineyards:   4000 acres
Production:
  5600

Scheid Vineyards Description

In the heart of the rich agricultural Salinas Valley, the landscape is dominated by extensive fields of beans, spinach, lettuce, peppers and corn. Grapes, too, have been a staple of the agricultural economy for many years, and along with grapes come wineries.

Right off the Highway south of Greenfield, Scheid Vineyards is a large industrial winemaking operation producing more than 2 million gallons of wine annually for a number of California wineries. Under their own label, however, they make so little wine they could be considered a “boutique winery”. (Some Scheid wines have production runs of less than 200 cases.) The overall impression, though, is of a very large operation. That said, the tasting room and grounds are quite nice, with the staff knowledgeable and attentive.

As you drive in from Highway 101 you see two small attractive wood-sided buildings with a redwood deck between them; in back is a brick patio with tables and chairs. Farther back is a small demonstration vineyard, with different grape varieties and trellis systems to view.

Inside are brightly painted “Tuscan yellow” walls, wood floors, a tasting counter and a nicely stocked gift shop. The gift shop features pottery, lots of glassware, a cooler holding drinks, logo clothes, gourmet olive oils, olives, pesto sauces and other food items.

The wines are made in large fermentation tanks on the property and include a wide selection of California varietals. In the tasting room they will pour their Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, White Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. They also produce a limited-production Bordeaux blend.

 

Scheid Vineyards Features

Ambiance Types of Wine Amenities
Kid Friendly
Off the Beaten Path
Country Charm
Casual & Relaxed
Bordeaux
Burgundy
Food Available
Picnic Sites
Gift Shop

Scheid Vineyards Reviews

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Amenities, Comfort & Cleanliness
Value
Wine Quality
Overall Impressions
Scheid Vineyards
Lucy, San Jose
January, 2008

Just off the 101 this was a wonderful place to stop. I got the feeling a large operating vineyard but the treatment of a unique and small little boutique/winery. I had never tasted the Gewürztraminer before and I always excited to try new a wine. It was a nutty blend and left a unique aftertaste. If your in the area I would say it wouldn't hurt to check it out.

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