Mike Lucia of Rootdown Wine Cellars buys Cole Ranch AVA

Saw this news that Mike Lucia of Rootdown Wine Cellars recently purchased Cole Ranch, which is its own AVA (smallest in the US). It’s a unique site, high on the ridge separating Ukiah Valley from Anderson Valley in Mendocino County. Mike seems like a good guy and I’ve enjoyed his Rootdown wines quite a bit - I wish him success in this new venture.

Viticulturist bought this entire wine appellation in Northern California for $2.7 million