Description

Burning Bench Cellars

Welcome to Burning Bench Cellars, where we are dedicated to producing exceptional single-vineyard Pinot Noir from the distinguished Moon Hill Vineyard in Marin County, California. Our approach combines careful, hand-tended viticulture with minimal intervention winemaking to ensure each bottle expresses the unique characteristics of our terroir.

History and Background

Burning Bench Cellars and Moon Hill Vineyard were established in 2002. Our vineyard thrives on the steep, south-facing slopes of the ridge dividing the Nicasio and San Geronimo valleys. With an ethos rooted in sustainability, we operate as an off-grid, solar-powered vineyard, emphasizing eco-friendly practices in all aspects of production and cultivation.

Vineyard Details and Wine Production

• Location: Marin County, California
• Size: 3 acres
• Varietals: Dijon clones 115, 667, 777, and 828
• Soil Type: Shallow clay loam over fractured sandstone
• Vine Management: 100% hand-tended due to steep slopes and narrow terracing
• Wine Style: Burgundian tradition with low intervention

The unique combination of soil, aspect, and climate at Moon Hill Vineyard results in extremely low vigor, contributing to the production of small berries with intense, concentrated flavors, high complexity, and pronounced minerality.

Visitor Information and Experiences

As a passionately run boutique winery, we focus intensively on quality rather than visitor services. This allows us to dedicate all of our efforts to producing limited quantities of our signature Pinot Noir. Unfortunately, we do not currently offer regular tasting room hours or visitor tours.

Notable Wines or Specialties

Our flagship wine:

• Moon Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir: Characterized by its deep complexity, vibrant fruit, and elegant minerality, this wine is a pure expression of its mountainous Marin County terroir.

Contact Information and Location

For more information about our wines or to inquire about purchases, please reach out to us. Being a small team dedicated to the highest quality production, we appreciate direct communication for any inquiries.

Location:
Moon Hill Vineyard, Marin County, California

Contact:
Please contact us via email for direct communication and inquiries regarding our wines and any potential visits.

Experience the unique character and passion of Burning Bench Cellars with each bottle of our carefully crafted Pinot Noir.