Suisun Creek Winery - Suisun Valley AVA, Fairfield, CA - Wineries on Waymarking.com

The Babcock family has owned the ranch that is Suisun Creek Vineyards for over 35 years. When Brian's father, Howard, purchased the property, it was planted with cherry, prune and pear trees. Brian, his sister, and parents harvested the fruit and sold it at the family's fruit stand.

Years later, the orchards were replanted with vineyards which the Babcock family still work today. Currently, the varietals grown include Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Verdellho, Charbono, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Brian Babcock, current winemaker and ranch owner, is a native Californian and was raised on the same property that he farms today. His family moved to Suisun Valley when he was 5 years old, and he can't imagine a better place to live. In fact, his children attend the same Elementary school that he did growing up! Living his life on the ranch has prepared him for the jobs he has today. Growing up, he helped his family pick cherries, pears and plums and sold them at their fruit stand on the property.

After attending High School in Napa, CA, Brian set his sights on a career in wine and farming. He graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis. He took his knowledge and jumped into the wine field working at various wineries in Napa County. He has held many different positions including: Lab Technician, Cellar Worker, Harvest Assistant, Production Enologist, Assistant Winemaker, and finally Winemaker. Before returning home to work the family land, Brian spent 10 years at one of the 3rd largest wineries in the country. There, he perfected his winemaking skills and helped lead a team to produce much of the wine currently found on the store shelves.

Brian is happy to be home on the ranch, working the land and hand crafting the wines that Suisun Creek is proud to serve to you. Winemaking is not only a science, but an art. Brian knows this well and works tirelessly to bring you the best wines possible.

The tasting fee of $10.00 is waived with any purchase - and you are bound to find something you like to purchase!

Winery Size: Small 500 to 1,499 Cases Attached vineyard?: yes Tasting Room Available?: yes Days and hours of operation: Saturday and Sunday only, 12-5, appointments recommended Charge for tasting?: 10.00 (listed in local currency) Tours Available: no Cost of Tour: 0.00 (listed in local currency) Phone #: 707-864-1818 Address: 2350 Morrison Lane Fairfield, CA 94534 Winery, Wine Cooperative, or Tasting Center's Website: [Web Link] Types of wines: All the wines produced by Suisun Creek Winery are grown on the estate property. Seven varietals are grown, some are sold to other winemakers, the rest are produced under the Suisun Creek label. Suisun Creek grows: Chardonnay Verdelho Sauvignon Blanc Zinfandel Charbono Cabernet Sauvignon Petite Syrah Best Wine Tasted: 2018 Chardonnay Rate the Best Wine Tasted: Price per Bottle: 28.00 (listed in local currency) 2nd Best Wine Tasted: 2019 Verdelho Rate the 2nd Best Wine Tasted: Price per Bottle #2: 18.00 (listed in local currency) Winery Club: Yes Wine Club Description:: Wine Club Benefits: Four (4) bottle shipments, three (3) times per year - Spring, Summer and Fall (approx $100 each) Free tastings for member(s) plus two (2) guests Early access to New Releases Exclusive Wine Club wines Exclusive Wine Club Pick Up Parties and other events 20% off all wine sales Overall Comments:: I created this waymark on based on our first visit to this local winery; it's small, the whole family was working, including the kids! The winemaker (Brian) and his wife (Katie) were very friendly, and patient with all the questions I was asking to get details needed about the winery!

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