THE VINEYARD NEXT DOOR
Get to Know the Land Beside Your Stay
The vineyard is part of what makes a stay at The Ridge distinct. From the house, you can see the slopes where Ojai Mountain grows its estate wines. A private tasting offers a closer look at the place behind the bottles.
At 2,800 feet on Sulphur Mountain, the vineyard is shaped by elevation, coastal influence and the character of the land. Its slopes and changing seasons give guests something to notice throughout the year—from fresh growth to harvest and the quiet of winter.
Our Vision & Land
Farming with Intention
Before there were vines, this was raw mountain—chaparral, rock and wind. Today the vineyard is farmed with long-term stewardship in mind, with attention to the soil, cover crops, pollinators and careful pruning. The main Ojai Mountain website explains the current farming practices in detail.
Winemaking Philosophy
Erich Bradley brings decades of experience and a sharp instinct for high-altitude vineyards. His style is focused and unforced, letting the mountain site come through in structured wines with energy and a clear sense of place. Visit the main estate website to explore the current wines and the winemaking behind them.
The Setting
Ojai Mountain sits at 2,800 feet, ten miles from the Pacific. Days are long, nights cool quickly, and every shift in light or temperature leaves its mark on the fruit. The soil is fractured shale and sandstone, and vines planted here grow slowly, with small yields and thick-skinned berries.
The Wines
We focus on Rhône varietals and Tempranillo. The wines are shaped by altitude, wind, and restraint. They’re compact, finely structured, with firm acidity and aromatic lift. The Syrah is dark and savory; the Estate Red blend carries spice, fruit, and grip in equal measure. Whites like Grenache Blanc and Picpoul are coiled and mineral—more tension than fruit. Every bottle is built to age, but precise enough to drink now.
Visiting the Vineyard
Join a private vineyard walk and sommelier-led tasting to connect the landscape with what is in your glass. The vineyard is approximately three minutes from the villa by car. Visits are by appointment; a villa booking does not include a tasting or unrestricted access to vineyard areas.
Staying at The Ridge? See wine tasting for villa guests.
Stay next to the vineyard
The Ridge is the villa next door, about three minutes by car from the tasting. See the house, read how the vineyard and the villa came together, or check dates below.