Drew Family Cellars

  • Mendocino, California, United States
Drew Family Cellars
  • Their wines have become some of Anderson Valley’s most restrained and potentially long-lived specimens, reminiscent of old Littorai and Williams Selyem from the 1990’s… In an era when Anderson Valley has chased the stylistic lure of Big Flavor, Drew is a beautiful reminder of its roots.” –Jon Bonné, New California

Jason and Molly Drew started Drew in 2000 with a clear pursuit in mind: to craft cool climate wines that express site distinction and traditional varietal character. Their moment came when they stumbled upon an old 26 acre apple orchard within the Mendocino Ridge Appellation. While others saw a daunting project in this old forgotten orchard, Jason and Molly saw ancient oceanic soils, south facing slopes that sit just above the fogline and a true coastal climate, with the ocean a mere 3 miles away. They took the leap and the Drew estate winery at Faîte De Mer Farm was born.

The eight acre estate vineyard was planted to a collection of California heritage field selections and several Dijon clones of Pinot Noir. Additionally, two acres of Chardonnay were added along with a small truffle orchard to accompany the remaining 14 acre apple orchard. Faîte De Mer Farm is certified organic, continuing a 30-plus year tradition of organic farming on this site.

While Faîte De Mer Farm remains their passionate focus, they also hold several Anderson Valley & Mendocino Ridge sites in high esteem. Single vineyard sources are chosen for their climate, clonal selection and complexity of soil type as well as a commitment to meticulous and sustainable farming practices. Winemaking practices remain focused on traditional methods that include whole cluster and native yeast fermentations, hand punch-downs and in most instances, no fining or filtering.

Image Producer PRODUCT Description Country / Region

DB2535-NV
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Cider "Sur La Mer"
NV
Apples
Dry farmed, certified organic, made from Gravensteins, Philo Golds, & Rhode Island Greens. 60 Year old trees growing in Franciscan...
United States

DB4510-21
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Chardonnay Faite De Mer Farm 'Radiolaria'
2021
Chardonnay
The 2021 Radiolaria Chardonnay is the first estate Chardonnay from Faîte De Mer Farm. Radiolaria Chardonnay is composed of three blocks...
United States

DB5023-23
Drew Family Cellars Chardonnay 'Sandstone & Shale'
2023
Chardonnay
This Chardonnay appellation blend is sourced from two organically farmed vineyards on opposite sides of Anderson Valley. The Valenti Ranch...
United States

DB5021-19
Drew Family Cellars Pinot Noir Morning Dew Ranch
2019
Pinot Noir
The Morning Dew Ranch sits in the deep end of Anderson Valley, located on a southwest facing hillside at approximately 600 - 800 feet in...
United States

DB5026-22
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Pinot Noir "Fog-Eater"
2022
Pinot Noir
'Fog-Eater' is a blend of two sites (Clow Ridge 90%, and Valenti 10%) on the northwestern side of the Anderson Valley. The vineyards are...
United States

DB4509-21
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Pinot Noir Faite De Mer Farm 'Radiolaria'
2021
Pinot Noir
At three miles from the Pacific Ocean, this site is the most westward vineyard in Mendocino County and the coolest in the Drew portfolio....
United States

DB5019-23
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Pinot Noir Mid-Elevation Mendocino
2023
Pinot Noir
Mid-Elevation refers to the 800 -1,400 ft elevation range in the Anderson Valley and Mendocino Ridge AVAs, where a close proximity to the...
United States

DB4775-22
Organic
Drew Family Cellars Syrah Field Blend Mendocino Ridge
2022
Syrah
94% Syrah, 3% Grenache, 3% Viognier from Perli Vineyard in the Mendocino Ridge AVA. Perli is a steep, east-facing site at 2,220 ft...
United States