Lower Lake >> Following the amazing and diligent work of the firefighters on the local Rocky and Jerusalem fires, Six Sigma Ranch & Winery of Lower Lake is thankfully safe. Winemaker Matt Hughes did not skip a beat. Matt and the vineyard team brought in the first grapes on Aug. 6 marking the earliest harvest in Six Sigma’s history.
“This is also the 10-year anniversary of our first harvest back in 2005,” stated Kaj Alhmann, proprietor of Six Sigma Ranch. “The 2015 vintage is a very special year for our family.” The team celebrated the first fruit coming in with a team toast and a blessing of the fruit.
As a harvest tradition the ranch is pleased to announce it will give complimentary Pinzgauer tours to celebrate the 2015 season from August through October.
This is a great way to connect with the beauty of Lake County and enjoy a scenic tour of Six Sigma Ranch. Guests will be welcomed in the historic Stage Coach House Tasting Room and then will climb aboard the Six Sigma Ranch Pinzgauer for the rustic trip to the highest elevation vineyard, Christian’s Diamond Mine Vineyard. A guide will take you to the far corners of the ranch, sharing some amazing vistas as far away as Lake Berryessa. Along the way you will learn about the distinctive characteristics of Six Sigma Ranch and its wines. You are also likely to see cattle, sheep, and pigs. The guide will also lead you through the history of the ranch that dates back to the 1850s. The tour will conclude with a wine tasting of current releases back at the tasting room. You are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and eat under the shade of ancient oak trees.
Tours are offered on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Please call to make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance at 994-4068.
Six Sigma Ranch is located at 13372 Spruce Grove Road in Lower Lake and is open from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They can be found online at www.sixsigmaranch.com.
