Rock + Clay Wines
The Vineyard
Namesake Vineyard
Meadowlark Lane, Carneros Region
Located at the western edge of the Carneros Region, where cooling winds from the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay moderate temperatures throughout the growing season — ideal for producing vibrant, expressive Chardonnay.
The vineyard sits on Meadowlark Lane, and its name pays tribute to the meadowlarks that return each spring.
Viticulture
30+ Years of Roots
Originally planted over 30 years ago with Martini Clone 4, the vineyard now features a mixture of the original vines alongside other Chardonnay clones selected for their complexity and site expression.
The soil is Haire clay loam: heavy and mineral-rich, interlaced with seams of streambed rocks — the geological foundation that gives our Namesake Vineyard Chardonnay its distinctive character.
“Birds are beautiful and inspiring elements of the natural world that are ever-present in our vineyard.”
— Kent Iverson & Carol Collier
Terroir
What Makes This Site Exceptional
Location
Western edge of the Carneros Region, Sonoma County, California
Soil
Haire clay loam — heavy, mineral-rich, with seams of streambed rock
Climate
Pacific and San Pablo Bay winds moderate temperatures for slow, even ripening
Wines
Taste the Terroir
Our Namesake Vineyard Chardonnay expresses everything this exceptional site has to offer.
Rock + Clay
Fine Wines, Sonoma County California
Bird illustrations by renowned local artist Roger Hall. Unique wines produced from exceptional vineyard sources.