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Rusack Vineyards
Rusack Vineyards was established in 1995 in the center of Santa Ynez Valley by Geoff Rusack and Alison Wrigley Rusack with a commitment to creating world-class wines.
The estate vineyards were originally planted about 30 years ago, but in early 2003 they were replanted using the latest in vineyard technologies and varietals best-suited to the relevant microclimates.
As well as the estate vineyards, Rusack Vineyards continues to source classic varietal grapes from the some of the best vineyards in the area including neighbor vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley appellation and Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Santa Rita Hills and the Santa Maria Valley.
Alison and her husband, Geoffrey have planted Catalina Islands first vineyard at El Rancho Escondido.
Winemaker
Winemakers, John and Helen Falcone, joined Rusack Vineyards in 2001 as one of the few husband and wife winemaking teams in California. The Falcones’ decision to join Rusack Vineyards was prompted in large part by their desire to "get back to hand-crafting wines" and their belief that Santa Barbara County is now one of the best places for a small-production winery to live up to its potential for producing great wines.
What to Taste
2008 Sangiovese Santa Ynez Valley -
Fruit forward and well balanced with aromas and flavors of raspberries, currants, maple syrup and cocoa,
pairs well with grilled fish, pork and wild game.
2009 Syrah Ballard Canyon Estate -
Cassis, blackberry, a hint of licorice. Concentrated flavors of dried cherries, blackberries and cocoa mix with velvety tannins that linger on the palate.
Address
- Street: 1819 Ballard Canyon Road
- City: Solvang
- State,Zip: California 93463
- Country: United States
Contact
- Telephone: (805) 688-1278
- E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Website: rusackvineyards.com
Tasting Room Hours
Open seven days a week from 11am to 5pm
closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day
open from 11-2pm on Christmas Eve
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