Peterson Winery

My goal for Peterson Winery and myself is a simple one - to craft better and better wines each year. Having grown grapes and made wine since the 70s, we still continue to improve. We also continue our long-standing traditions of farming sustainably and making wines with as much care and attention to detail as possible.

It starts in the vineyards, where we try to achieve a balance from bud break in the spring until the grapes are picked in the fall. The canopy, crop load, sun exposure, hang time, and hundreds of other details involved in managing a vineyard all must be considered to achieve the right balance. Once the grapes are picked, it becomes the winemaker's responsibility to continue the balancing act in the cellar.

Overlooking the western edge of Dry Creek Valley, our Bradford Mountain Estate Vineyard spans 16 acres on the very top of the 1264--foot peak that Fred cleared and planted in the 1980s. Well-drained, red-clay soil, combined with sunny days and cool nights, produce small, intensely flavored grapes. Friends and growers Paul and Yael Bernier farm this small block of Zinfandel by their house in the Northern part of Dry Creek Valley on the East Bench.

In the heart of Dry Creek Valley, peaking just over a thousand feet, lies Bradford Mountain. Near the summit, proprietor Fred Peterson has his house, and 20 acres of vineyard planted to 14 different grape varietals. This club is for those with an appreciation for this special place, and the truly terroir driven wines that are produced from these vineyards.

We are located in the picturesque Dry Creek Valley, in the northwest region of Sonoma County in Northern California, just outside of the idyllic town of Healdsburg. As we have limited space, appointments are subject to availability for both indoor tasting and outdoor seated tastings.

Our simple, converted tasting room, with large windows and views of the Dry Creek Valley, is a laid-back, comfortable space in which to become acquainted with our wine offerings.Upcoming public events and private club member events are always a great way to connect with our winemaking team and family.