History & Terroir
F&G Vineyard, LLC., also known as Griva Vineyard, is located in the Arroyo Seco AVA, and has vineyards that contain many elevation changes and border both sides of the Arroyo Seco River for over 7000 feet. All of the vineyard soils are Arroyo Seco Loam that contain more sand, gravel, and large stones when compared to elsewhere in the AVA, especially in the blocks nearest the river. The total vineyard acreage stands at 334 acres and appproximately 75% of the vineyard is planted to Chardonnay, with 7 different clones. In addition, a variety of rootstocks were used on this property. These rootstocks were selected based on their compatibility with soil type, proximity to the river, and wine grape variety.
The Franscioni & Griva family, who have farmed on the Central Coast since 1868, purchased what is currently F&G Vineyard, LLC. in 1905. The land the vineyards are currently resting on has transitioned significantly in agricultural usage throughout the years, with crops ranging from dry land grain to dairy, then transitioning to field crops and vegetables, and now to wine grapes. The first vineyard block was planted here in 1998 and subsequent blocks have been added each year since that time. Many of these blocks were planted specifically for J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, as well as Bernardus. Mercy Wines, Martin Ranch, and Morgan are also some of the wineries who source fruit from this property.
The Franscioni & Griva family, who have farmed on the Central Coast since 1868, purchased what is currently F&G Vineyard, LLC. in 1905. The land the vineyards are currently resting on has transitioned significantly in agricultural usage throughout the years, with crops ranging from dry land grain to dairy, then transitioning to field crops and vegetables, and now to wine grapes. The first vineyard block was planted here in 1998 and subsequent blocks have been added each year since that time. Many of these blocks were planted specifically for J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, as well as Bernardus. Mercy Wines, Martin Ranch, and Morgan are also some of the wineries who source fruit from this property.
If you are interested in learning more about our history and our parent company, Franscioni-Griva Corporation, please visit their website below.
www.fgvegetable.com
www.fgvegetable.com