1970

Guinness purchases land in Potter Valley and plants the first of our grapes

1972

First harvest

1983

Construction on the Powerhouse begins

1984

Construction on the family home, the office and employee housing begins

1987

Local newspaper article about the Farm focuses on crop diversity

1991

We are designated at a California Certified Organic Farmer

2003

Our first wine is bottled under the McFadden label

2003

Fontaine & Uncle Tommy install solar panels on the office & shop

2011

Guinness’ son Jameson takes on the role of Director of Sales and Marketing and launches the Blue Quail label

2014

Our McFadden sparkling wins Best of Show in CA State Fair

2014

Guinness receives CA legislative resolution saluting his “eco-friendly vision of sustainable agriculture”

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2019

Guinness’ daughter and son-in-law, Fontaine & Brian join the team