Located in the heart of California’s Monterey County, the Arroyo Seco American Viticultural Area boasts one of California’s longest grape-growing seasons. Literally translated as Dry Creek, the Arroyo Seco canyon was created long ago by the Arroyo River. Its alluvial, gravelly and sandy loam soils, coupled with cool breezes from Monterey Bay, offer ideal growing conditions, ensuring that our Pinot Noir grapes enjoy extended hang times and develop impressively concentrated flavors.