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Aging White Wine: How It Changes Over Time

Ever wondered what happens to white wine as it ages? From deepening colors to evolving aromas, each year in the bottle reveals new layers of character. Explore the fascinating changes and taste the story for yourself. Read More

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5 Wine Tasting Tips for Visiting Los Olivos

Planning a wine tasting trip to Los Olivos? Discover five simple but essential tips to make the most of your visit—from how to plan your tasting route to where to sip, snack, and soak up the local charm. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned sipper, this guide will help you experience Los Olivos like a pro. Read More

Veraison is Here & Harvest is Near!

Amidst the sprawling vineyards of Carhartt Family Wines, a fascinating process is unfolding. Join us as we take a closer look at this natural transformation, where the vivid green hues of the grapevines shift into an array of reds and purples. Read More

Carhartt Family Enjoys Sauvignon Blanc

How We Make Our Estate Sauvignon Blanc

Our 2025 Estate Sauvignon Blanc comes from some of the oldest vines on Rancho Santa Ynez — harvested in two passes, fermented across stainless steel and neutral oak, and blended by the family. Here's how we make it and why. Read More

Rosé at the Ranch

Bud break is in full swing and wildflowers are efficiently emerging and thriving to create such a picturesque backdrop to enjoy our wines. Read on to learn more about our recent rosé release! Read More

Carhartt Harvest Recap 2022

We began Harvest 2022 on August 30th with a pick of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc from the Santa Maria Valley, and finished a mere 66 days later on November 4th, with Mission (also from Santa Maria). Read More

2022 Fall Harvest Update

As I sit here on the first day of September, just three days after our first pick of the season, we already have a high of 102℉!! This Labor Day weekend is supposed to continue with extreme heat, which means September picks are going to come much earlier than we had anticipated. Read More

Two People Cheers With Rosè

All About Rosé

With its blush-toned hue and fruit-forward flavors, rosé has surged in popularity worldwide in the past few years, making its mark as a spring and summertime staple. Read on to learn more about this delicious type of wine! Read More

How to Read a Wine Label - Carhartt Family Wines

How to Read a Wine Label

While discussing wine labels doesn’t seem like the most fascinating topic, the information found on them can be both very informative and enjoyable. Read More

Carhartt Wine on Table

What’s in a Library?

In “winespeak”, library wines an older vintage than what we are selling or pouring in the tasting room, but there's more to it. Read More