Two Shepherds

Two Shepherds

7763 Bell Road, Windsor, CA 95492
twoshepherds.com

Region: Sonoma County

Owner: William Allen and Karen Daenen

Winemaker: William Allen

About: Founded in 2010, partners William and Karen craft natural wines organically farmed, from leased vineyard row contracts. They also organically & regeneratively farm Grenache Gris and Noir on their small farm, alongside their adorable mini donkeys and goats.

Wines are made in their own facility, from unusual varietals, like Picpoul, Pinot Meunier, and more. Nicknamed “the insane master of small lots” William guides ~15-20 unique wines a year ranging from 25-400 case lots.

Wines are vinified with native yeast, small bin fermentations, neutral oak, and a small amount of SO2. Their light-handed approach, and reputation for unflawed wines has been heralded by the press, with articles in the NY Times, Washington Post, SF Chronicle, Sonoma Magazine and more.

What is your favorite forgotten grape? Trousseau Gris

What was your first experience with a forgotten grape? Discovering Trousseau Gris was planted across the street from my farm.

What do you love most about the forgotten grapes? 93% of the wine made in the North Coast of CA is from 7 varieties. Let’s embrace diversity.