Our History

In 1952, Ben Volkhardt Sr., a San Franciscan sheet metal worker, decided to purchase farming land outside of the big city. He decided on an 80 acre fruit orchard  accompanied by a four acre vineyard of Alicante Bouschet grapes. The orchard was slowly replanted over the next 20 years and Volkhardt Family Vineyards was created.  The land stayed in the family for three generations spanning over 50 years and  in May 2005, Green Valley Vintners, LLC acquired the winery and vineyards.

Green Valley Vintners, LLC is a partnership representing four owners. Earl and Randy Mork, commercial landscaping contractors for thirty years, contribute their knowledge of  irrigation, plant health, viticulture, and land management. Owner Lark Welton oversees business operations with founding owner Robert Hager.

The goal of Green Valley Vintners, LLC is to maximize all aspects of the business:

...Maximize fruit quality and yield for the six planted varietals of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Sangiovese, Dolcetto, and Cabernet Franc.

... Develop a collection of high quality, moderately priced wines including, but not limited to, such varietals as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Dolcetto and Sangiovese.

...Offer friendly and enjoyable tastings in our Tasting and Sales Room, educational tours of the cellar, walks through the scenic vineyards and picnics on our deck.

...Develop an awareness of the Solano County Green Valley American Viticulture Area.  With its rich soil and temperate climate,   this best kept secret of California is steadily gaining attention for its great wines.