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The Distinct and Diverse Terroir of Crown Point Vineyards
Long before humans walked the Earth, seismic waves shook the coast of California, forming the Santa Ynez Fault and one of only a few east-west transverse valleys in the world.
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Happy Canyon: An American Viticultural Area and Home to Crown Point Vineyards
According to folklore, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara County originally got its name during prohibition when moonshiners set up shop next to Lake Cachuma to produce a simple bootleg alcohol that locals were eager to acquire. Little did those moonshiners know, they were in an area that would later produce the quality of fruit and wines that are now garnering the attention of respected winemakers and collectors alike.Continue reading »
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Philippe Melka: Consulting Winemaker of Crown Point Vineyards
Although a native of Bordeaux, France, Philippe Melka did not grow up in a winemaking family or with the intention to study and produce wine. Instead, he was fascinated by the land around him.Continue reading »
