A vineyard with rows of grapevines stretches out toward a tree-covered hillside under a clear blue sky. Olive trees frame the image in the foreground on both sides. Rows of grapevines in a vineyard are seen through an opening in leafy branches, with distant hills and a clear blue sky in the background.

THE BROC FIELD GUIDE

One grape, one story at a time.

A GUIDE TO THE GRAPES OF BROC

Fox Hill is Broc’s home vineyard in Mendocino County. Here we farm over 25 grape varieties, mostly Italian grapes you won’t often see in California. The Broc Field Guide is our way of sharing them with you. One grape, one story, one taste at a time.

FIELD NOTES

Brachetto

After spending centuries defined by one style, Brachetto takes a different shape here: dry, sparkling, and ready for summer.

Explore Brachetto

ARNEIS

A Piemonte grape nearly lost to history, now celebrated for its delicate aroma and crisp taste.

EXPLORE ARNEIS

NERO D'AVOLA

Once overlooked, this important Sicilian varietal features dark fruit, subtle spice, and a structure made for aging.

EXPLORE NERO