Bill Gibbs is the grower for the famed vineyards of G2 and Heart Stone – sites prominently featured in Saxum’s stable of single-vineyard designate wines. He also farms for Clos Solene, Torrin and other wineries that focus heavily on terroir.
A chance meeting with Bill, one evening, led to a longer conversation about the vision for Willow Creek property. Given the range of soil and climate we have within our 13.5 acres, I expressed my desire to plant a vineyard that is specific to levels of clone selection based on the soils and micro climates in the small 2 acre lots.
With Bill’s guidance, we are planting the varieties that have come to resonate with our brand and our soul. Chiefly, Cabernet Sauvignon Clones 4, 6, and 337 are notably Beckstoffer’s favorites planted in Napa’s iconic To Kalon Vineyard. Of course, we wouldn’t leave out Kunal’s favorite child, Cabernet Franc as well as two different Brunello clones of Sangiovese.