Nielson Vineyard
Originally planted in 1964, Nielson is the site of Santa Barbara’s first commercial vineyard, and has been Byron’s estate vineyard for over 30 years. This historic, cool-climate, benchland vineyard serves as a model for Santa Barbara’s viticultural experimentation and sustainable farming methods.
Soils Types Alluvial, sandy loam, decomposing rock and Elder soils
Distance from Pacific Ocean 18 miles
Elevation 500-800 feet
Year Planted First planted in 1964, replanted by Ken Brown starting in 1991
Clones More than 23, including Dijon clones 114, 667, Pommard, Swan, 2A and 828 (Pinot Noir) as well as Wente and 95 (Chardonnay)
Aspect South facing slope
Sustainable CCSW Certified
