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Hop Kiln Overview |
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Generations of pioneers, ranchers and winemakers have instilled this property with the spirit of historic Sonoma County. In continuous operation as a ranch since the mid-1800s, this Russian River Valley landmark is home to two wine brands – Hop Kiln and HK Generations – and to a nonpareil tasting room that conveys the genuine feeling of the region’s past. Working as the ranch’s winemaker from 1984 to 2007, Steve Strobl developed the winery’s proprietary blends: Thousand Flowers, Big Red and Rushin’ River Red. He also produced vintages of award-winning varietals such as Zinfandel and Chardonnay. With the release of the 2004 Pinot Noir and 2005 Chardonnay, he presented HK Generations, pioneering a new era for the winery. HK Generations wines are small production releases of grape varieties that excel in our area. These wines will be the focus of Hop Kiln’s new winemaker, Erich Bradley. In 2004 Westside Grapes LLC purchased the historic ranch and committed its efforts to preserving the picturesque property and revitalizing the estate vineyards. Plans call for site-specific plantings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Grenache, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc on the ranch’s 248 acres. Hop Kiln fully intends to become a leading force as a grower and producer of classic wines in the Russian River Valley. Considered one of America’s best examples of a historic kiln still standing, the landmark hop kiln houses the tasting room, a favorite of local residents and a must-see for Sonoma County’s visitors. In addition to sampling wines, guests may taste an inviting array of fine quality food products, including many produced by local artisans. For the pleasure of customers, Hop Kiln offers two scenic picnic areas – in the fig garden and along the banks of the duck pond.
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