Schug Carneros Estate

Established in 1980. For nearly 100 years the Schug Family has grown Pinot Noir in both Europe and California. In 1921 our grandfather Ewald Schug crafted Spaetburgunder from the famed 12th-century Hollenberg vineyard in Assmannshausen, Germany. His son Walter came to California in 1959, eventually garnering international acclaim as the founding winemaster for Joseph Phelps in Napa Valley. In...

Wine lovers can join one of the three wine clubs the Schug Carneros Estate Winery has to offer. Guests can choose between joining the Pinot Only Club, Reds only club or the Mixed Wines Club where members receive discounts.

Overview
As a Carneros District producer, this winery focuses on wines that grow well in foggier coastal climates, with pinot noir being foremost among them. As a wine-maker originally...

Founded in 1980, Schug Carneros Estate Winery is the showcase and life-long dream of one of California's most celebrated winemakers. Walter Schug's reputation blossomed during his tenure as Founding Winemaker for Joseph Phelps Vineyards in the 1970s, where he made California's first proprietary Bordeaux-Style blend (Insignia) and legendary vineyard designated Cabernets (Bacchus and Eisele...

The Schug Carneros Estate Winery combines old world understanding and tradition with modern winemaking techniques. By using only the finest grapes available and maintaining the best winemaking values, these wines have gained acceptance worldwide as true contemporary classics. There is a tasting room at this winery. Picnic tables are also available for use by our visitors, should you wish to...

Founded in 1980 by Walter Schug, formerly of Joseph Phelps Vineyards, this Carneros region winery specializes in world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay