Shadow Ranch is a small, family-owned winery in the Fair Play American Viticultural Area of El Dorado County that produces small batch, single vineyard wines from high elevation sites. The winery is housed in a homestead built in 1888 with original Gold Rush era structures.
Shadow Ranch is a historic, family-owned estate winery in Fair Play's high elevation AVA, producing diverse single-vineyard wines with a Mediterranean/Rhône varietal focus alongside traditional Sierra Foothills varieties. The broad portfolio at consistent pricing ($38 for most reds, $23 for entry-level) suggests artisanal small-batch approach emphasizing site expression over hierarchy.
From the winery’s own description — visitor reports will refine this
Shadow Ranch Vineyard Tasting Room
7050 Fairplay Road
Somerset, CA 95684
Explore 20+ participating wineries with included small bites; at Shadow Ranch enjoy Sweet Potato Harvest Chili paired with bold red wines.
Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Red Pepper and Tomato Soup.
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