Coquelicot Estate Vineyard

About

Our meticulous winemaking techniques converge to produce hand made wine. Our limited production wines that are a true celebration of life.

Location Description

Located at 2884 Grand Avenue in beautiful Downtown Los Olivos.

Features

  • Inspire, be kind and tread lightly.

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Average Bottle Price

$ 30

History

Developed in 1999, the Coquelicot Estate VIneyard lies just south of the historic Mission Santa Ines in the Santa Ynez Valley on California’s Central Coast. In 2007 we implemented sustainable and also organic farming protocols with the goal of obtaining organic certification in 2010.

The Team

BERNARD ROSENSON - PROPRIETOR
With an entrepreneurial spirit, an instinct for trends, and an unfailing zest for life, he defines himself by his diverse interests and thirst for knowledge.

Rosenson began his career in the healthcare field and subsequently moved into the restaurant and hospitality industry. In 1997, The Sky Room, opened and has since received many awards and accolades including being named one of the “most romantic restaurants” in the country, and also a Four Diamond rating for AAA. After the success of the restaurant, Rosenson went on to realize his next lifelong dream and passion, to make fine wine. Growing up in France, Rosenson was exposed to wine at a young age. He clearly remembers his father drinking table wine at meals. In 2005, Coquelicot Estate Vineyard was acquired and this extraordinary property became one that is close to his heart. The vineyard is comprised of 58 acres of organically grown grapes in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley.

Rosenson enjoys traveling often and expanding his food and wine knowledge at every turn. He and his wife Cynthia have been happily married for over forty years, with three grown children who all participate in the family business.

Estate Vineyards / AVA

Developed in 1999, the Coquelicot Estate VIneyard lies just south of the historic Mission Santa Ines in the Santa Ynez Valley on California’s Central Coast. In 2007 we implemented sustainable and also organic farming protocols with the goal of obtaining organic certification in 2010.

Coquelicot Estate Vineyards' commitment to organic agriculture runs deep. Organic grape growing is more than just resisting the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Instead of using toxic herbicides, we take care of weeds the old fashioned way. In place of chemical fungicides, we use a biodegradable natural mineral oil derived from stylet flowers to combat powdery mildew and botrytis bunch rot. By creating a bio-diverse farm landscape that encourages natural predators, we eliminate the need for insecticides. All our fertility needs are generated on the farm by cover cropping and making compost. Cover crops are planted in the fall and tilled under in the spring using a fertilization technique known as "green manuring". These cover crops include a variety of grasses, legumes, and mustards that protect the soil from erosion. These plants also fix nitrogen into the soils and offer a habitat for many beneficial insects. The benefit of cover cropping over a period of years contributes greatly to the health of the soil and the quality of our vines. Cover cropping is also a form of companion planting. Mustards, for example, when grown alongside grapevines help discourage soil born nematodes (tiny little worms) that would feed on grapevine roots.

Another important organic practice, involves the use of compost in the vineyard. At Coquelicot Estate Vineyard, we recycle all of our grape pumice back into the vineyard after it is composted with other organic ingredients including manure, old hay, and garden waste. By returning this valuable resource back to the vineyard, we close our fertility loop and achieve sustainable soil management. Compost applications help maintain a healthy level of organic matter in the soil and feeds earthworms and soil microorganisms that make minerals to keep our vines healthy.

Coquelicot Estate Vineyard is dedicated to growing the highest quality wine grapes, which we believe can only be obtained through organic practices. It all starts with healthy soil,because only healthy soil can grow the best quality grapes.

Our vineyard crew strives daily to keep our vines healthy and happy and we believe in pushing our vines by applying just the right amount of stress to produce incredible character and flavor concentration in our grapes. Over the years more than a few couples have tied the knot in our vineyard and then danced the night away in our restored ninety year old barn.

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Hours

Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Address

2884 Grand Avenue
Los Olivos, California 93441
United States

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