Our Story
The El Dorado 8 is a non-profit organization comprised of 8 wineries located in the Alpine wine growing region of El Dorado. The El Dorado 8 are dedicated to preserving and promoting the art of mountain winemaking. Our mission is to showcase the rich history and exceptional quality of wines from the El Dorado AVA in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
High Elevation
At between 1,200ft-3,500ft, elevation is one of the defining features of the region. We are Northern California's highest elevation wine growing region.
Rocky Soil
The bulk of the vineyards in El Dorado are planted in young volcanic, granitic, and slate soils, some of the most prized soils for premium grape growing.
Steep Slopes
El Dorado is is a rich patchwork of microclimates that can support a tremendous diversity of grapes, all capable of premium expressions.
