895 State Hwy 53

Description

This rare 771 +/- acre offering in the heart of Lake County wine country combines scale, production, and potential like no other. With direct frontage on State Highway 53, the property is anchored by 190 +/- acres of premium vineyards planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Cab Franc, and Malbec. The vineyard is priced at $20,000 per acre, less than half the cost of planting new in this region! Furthermore, this vineyard is significantly less expensive to manage, as it is all machine-harvested. And labor outlay is traditionally much less than in surrounding grape-growing regions because home and living costs are much more affordable. These vines have a strong production history thanks to the region's ancient red volcanic, alluvial soils, abundant water, and ideal climate. Because of its elevation and consistent air flow, the vineyard has required minimal frost protection over the past 24 years. Beyond the established vineyard blocks, there are 160 +/- acres of plantable land ideal for expansion. The remaining 400+ acres offer potential for development. A 30-acre-foot reservoir, supported by five agricultural wells, ensures an ample water supply, with irrigation infrastructure already in place.