Rascal News

Carpe Diem! Carpe Carhartt! – Seize Your Summer With Carhartt Family Wines

This summer, the best plan is no plan at all. Whether you're heading for the hills or kicking back in your own backyard, Carhartt Family Wines is ready to ride shotgun. Join us on a spontaneous adventure in the Figueroas—full of bold wine, grilled sausage, and unforgettable company—and get inspired to seize your own summer moment. Read More

Introducing an Exciting New “Venture”! Our first ever Apple Rosé

This grape/apple wine is a perfect continuation of the Venture ideology: push the limits of my own knowledge and understanding of wine and its products, and provide the consumer with interesting beverages that are stimulating and delicious! Read More

The Mission Grape: A Historical Gem with Modern Significance

Explore the rich history and modern revival of California's Mission grape, a heritage variety making a flavorful comeback in today's wine scene. Read More

Cloning: From Cutting to Vine

Explore the scientific process of cloning involved in planting new Merlot vines at the Mesa Vineyard on Rancho Santa Ynez! Read More

From Tank to Bottle: The Art of Bottling at Carhartt Family Wines

Learn about the bottling process in our Ground to Glass model, and how we are enhancing quality along every step of the way when producing fine wines. Read More

Bud Break at Carhartt Family Wines’ 11 Oaks Vineyard

Learn about the natural phenomenon known as bud break in the wine world, and how you can experience is at our estate 11 Oaks Vineyards. Read More

Embrace the Bold: CFW’s Inaugural 2019 Estate Graciano

The first ever release of our Rancho Santa Ynez Estate grown Graciano. Read on to learn what is so interesting about this varietal, and what it makes special. Read More

Chili Cook Off: Chili, Wine, and Everything Fine

The annual 2023 Carhartt Chili Cook Off Recap. Read on to learn all about our most coveted rascal event the year! Read More

Cultivating a Sustainable Legacy Through Regenerative Farming

Learn about commitment to regenerative farming practices, and our three unique estate vineyards. Read More

Direct to Consumer, Direct Quality

Learn how the 'Direct To Consumer' wine model enhances quality along every step of the way when producing fine wines. Read More

Piquette: From Pomace to Can

From the moment I tried my first Piquette, I was hooked. But what exactly is Piquette? Read on to learn about this fresh vinous beverage. 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

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

Viogner: Wait… How Do you Pronounce That?!

We are proud to release later this year our first vintage ever of Viogner. If you are not familiar with this varietal or want to learn more about our newest white wine then this is the post for you. 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