The Cellar Door: The Hilt Estate

Just thirteen miles from the Pacific, The Hilt Estate lies at the rugged, windswept edge of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, where challenging conditions shape wines of remarkable depth, tension, and purity.

Led by winemaker Matt Dees, The Hilt Estate cultivates a mosaic of vineyards – each defined by its elevation, soil, and exposure to the elements. What unites them? Lean, unforgiving soil that pushes vines to dig deep. Fierce coastal winds and a cool maritime climate slow ripening and preserve acidity. And low-yielding vines that produce fewer grapes, but with extraordinary intensity and character.

Here, the environment isn’t just endured, it’s embraced. The result? Wines that are fiercely expressive of place.

Experience The Hilt Estate at The Cellar Door this September and book your tasting today.