Point Reyes National Seashore Association is proud to partner with Stubbs Vineyard for a private tour for up to 8 guests.

Planted in the hills of west Marin, the Stubbs Vineyard is Marin County’s first organically certified vineyard. Tom Stubbs, a 4th-generation farmer from England, and his wife Mary purchased their ranch overlooking Hicks Valley in 1982 and immediately fell in love with the land. Just four years later they sought to permanently protect it from non-agricultural development by selling a conservation easement to MALT so it would be protected for generations to come. Stubbs Ranch is now home to Stubbs Vineyard, which is situated in a lovely valley just a few miles from Petaluma.

In 1996 Tom and Mary began their vineyard by planting 11 acres of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines in the sheltered valley a short walk from their house. Initially they sold their fruit to several respected wineries including Schramsberg and Hartford Court vineyards, but as they grew more knowledgeable and passionate about winemaking and excited by the exceptional quality of their grapes, they decided to become vintners as well as growers. Today, they consult with celebrated winemaker Dan Goldfield, who has been producing award winning Pinot Noir since 1990, to assist them in developing their wine with organic standards in mind. The Stubbs’ decision to grow their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes organically aligned with their desire to leave a small footprint on the land. The ranch is completely “off the grid” and the home and outbuildings are all powered by solar and wind energy.  

You and your guests will tour the vineyard with Mary Stubbs to learn more about the family, farm, and future of the vineyard, while tasting their current organic vintages, olive oil and a variety of local cheeses.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get a taste of the extraordinary. Bid today!