40 acres of Chardonnay grapes, italian blend olives, fruit trees and summer vegetables
Located in Glen Ellen’s Valley of the Moon, one of California’s beautiful and premier growing regions, we farm our 40-acres of Chardonnay grapes, Italian blend olives, and other fruits with great respect for the land, for our customers and all who work with us. We aim to produce exceptional fruit and products, guided by sustainability, industry best practices and a genuine love for our special piece of land.Appellation: Sonoma Mountain
Located at the top of Sonoma Mountain in a region known for producing superb vintages, Scopus Vineyard has been in production for almost 20 years. The vineyard’s gently sloping hills and Goulding cobbly clay loam soil sit just above the fog line, offering plenty of sunshine and cool evening temperatures, perfect conditions for Chardonnay.
Under the expert management and care of Valdez Vineyard Management, a team committed to the highest standards of farming and a leader in the Sonoma County grape grower’s sustainability movement.
Our Chardonnay grapes supply well-known wineries in Napa, St Helena, Berkeley, and nationwide. The expert vintners at these wineries consistently earn stellar reviews for the wine they make from our fruit. Inquire here about fruit sales.
THE FARM
We are located in one of California’s premier growing regions, with fertile soil and a beneficial microclimate. Our farm, along with the surrounding hills, once served as grazing land for Berkeley Farms creamery, established in 1910. We are near the traditional boundary of the Native Californian Coast Miwok, Southern Promo and Southern Wappo territories. We recognize their stewardship of the land.
We hold the following Certifications:
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Sustainable Sonoma
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UC Davis Olive Oil Sensory Evaluation
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UC Davis Master Milling Certification
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Fish Friendly Farming Tier 1
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Produce Safety Alliance
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PSA Grower Training
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Certified Extra Virgin by Applied Sensory, LLC
Cold Pressed
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Our premium Italian blend of Frantoio, Leccino, and Pedolino olives creates a fresh, peppery, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil, beloved by acclaimed chefs and home cooks alike. We supply our oil to Chez Panisse alum restaurants in the SF Bay Area, and sell it bottled at select boutiques.
Our unparalleled quality is due to our organic growing processes and commitment to creating the freshest oil. We harvest and cold press immediately, creating an incredibly fresh and tasty oil rich in healthy phenols. Inquire here about wholesale or case sales.
Certified extra virgin by Applied Sensory, LLC.
Sold at:
Les Pascales Patisserie, Glen Ellen, CA
CoffeeShop, San Francisco, CA
Standard Fare, Berkeley, CA
Tutu’s Food & Drink, Lafayette, CA