Amista Winery Details

Amista Vineyards was the product of a long-held dream of owners Mike and Vicky Farrow. From their earliest experiments as garage winemakers in the early 90's to their first commercial crush in Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley in 2003, the Farrows love of wine and friendship have been intertwined. Today, their wines are only available to a select few wine lovers who visit the winery (or TastingRoom.com.) Their wine tasting room on Dry Creek Road and is open every day in the summer and fall, and Thursday through Monday during the winter. 

• Proprietors: Vicky and Michael Farrow

• Boutique: Amista Vineyards produces less than 1800 cases of premium wine a year; all are 100% varietal, single-vineyard offerings.

• Meaning: “Amista” loosely translates as “making friends.”

• Philosophy: Mike’s winemaking style is “minimalist”, light on the oak, and focused on preserving the essential characteristics of the fruit.

• Origins: As a PhD chemist and home chef, Mike got started in winemaking in 1994, buying a half ton of grapes and using his garage and driveway as a home winery.