Summer wines and rich red wines are winning prizes. The owner’s son is a Consulting Winemaker traveling internationally consulting other vineyard owners.

Fantastic wines

A small, family-owned winery, tucked into the hills of the Fairplay Wine region in Somerset, CA, Gwinllan Estate makes exquisite wines. We visited in October and the weather was mild and dry. The property is gorgeous with beautiful views of the valley. We purchased a case of Gwinllan wines and will be purchasing more when we finish those. Worth the visit for both wine connoisseurs and novice wine enthusiasts.

With over 70 wineries in El Dorado County, we’ve visited most over the past 30 years. Joined only a very few wine clubs and Gwinllan has been one of them for the past 8 years. Award winning Champagne (they call it that!), great red varietals and the winemaker’s blend always a winner. Owners Gordon and Chris Pack are usually front and center at the winery and some of the nicest, most genuine folks you’ll meet. The tasting facilities are pretty laid back with their dogs running around along with grandkids, etc. The views from the deck are EPIC, looking across rolling hills up towards the Sierras. A great way to spend a couple hours relaxing with some great wines and great people. Cheers!