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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 Winemaker for Joseph Phelps Vineyards in the 1970s, where he made California’s first proprietary Bordeaux-Style blend, Insignia . This was the first wine to ever achieve a 99 point rating by noted wine critic Robert Parker Jr.

Drawing on his long experience in the production of fine wines in both Europe and California, Walter set up the winery in the cool, marine climate of the Carneros Appellation. Here he could focus on the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varietals that had always been close to his heart.

15 years ago, Michael Cox came on board at Schug as winemaker. Schug continues to turn out classic, elegant wines that reflect a traditional style of winemaking.

Contact Information

• Phone Number: (707) 939-9363
• Fax Number: (707) 939-9364
• Website: www.schugwinery.com
• Tasting Room Hours: Open everyday 10AM-5PM

Yearly Case Production

45000

Winery Staff

• Axel Schug — Managing Partner
• Walter Schug — Owner/Winemaster Emeritus
• Michael Cox — Winemaker
• David Cumming — Director of Retail Sales
• Kate Shields — Director of Hospitality
• Whitney Lindsay — Marketing Communications Coordinator
• Ed Blake — Tasting Room Manager