- & J. Gallo Winery said it purchased Rancho Real Vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley appellation of Santa Barbara County. Terms weren’t disclosed.
The 436-acre property sits 13 miles southeast of Santa Maria. Rancho Real Vineyard was tailored specifically to its topography and soil types and produces a variety of premium Burgundian and Rhône grape varietals, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Viognier, Pinot Gris, and Gamay, bringing the combined planted acreage to 211.
“The purchase of Rancho Real significantly establishes Gallo in Santa Barbara County and continues our commitment to having vineyards in the premier winegrowing appellations of California,” said Roger Nabedian, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Gallo’s Premium Wine Division, adding:
“With the growth of premium wines in the U.S. and the demand for coastal-sourced grapes, additions like Rancho Real are key to Gallo’s growth in the premium and luxury segments.”