Vineyards
35 acres of mostly eclectic and rare Rhone varietals in the Gold Hill District.
Saureel Vineyards is located in the Sierra Foothills of Northern California within a 148 acre ranch in which 35 acres is planted in mostly eclectic and rare Rhone varietals.
Mostly Eclectic Varietals
including the following…
Chenin Blanc
Cinsault
Clairette Blanche
Grenache Noir Alban
Malbec
Mourvedre
Petit Manseng
Picpoul Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Musque
Syrah
Vermentino
Nero d’Avola
Tempranillo
Refosco
Location
1,650’ elevation in the Gold Hill District in the town of Placerville, CA. The vineyard is widely known to exist in the “banana belt” region of El Dorado County which cools off nicely at night with air drainage to the American River.
Planting
The vineyard is planted 5’ x 9’ spacing and trellissed to VSP.
Soils
Decomposed granite. Historically, the present site was a vineyard in the 1870’s but was converted to cherries in the 1920’s, pears in the 1970’s, and the current vineyard was planted in 2016/2017.
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Orchards
Mandarins and oranges, in season and on the honor system.
Subject to Availability Only
Saureel Vineyards is pleased to offer delicious mandarins and oranges from November–January when they are in-season. Stop by anytime during harvest as we utilize the honor system or contact us at 916-768-3962 for details.
Pick your own — Sat & Sun, 10am–3pm
Equestrian
Indoor and outdoor riding arenas, set against lakes, vineyards, and mountain views.
Saureel Riding Arenas
Saureel Vineyards proudly offers an impressive and diverse array of both indoor and outdoor equestrian riding areas along with spacious corrals, providing ample room for horse enthusiasts to fully enjoy year-round riding experiences. The property is beautifully set against a breathtaking backdrop that features serene lakes, sprawling lush vineyards, and majestic mountain views, all of which are further enhanced by the consistently favorable climate of Placerville, CA. Riders can take full advantage of expansive riding arenas and meticulously maintained facilities, making it an ideal destination for both casual riders seeking leisure and serious equestrians aiming to hone their skills. Whether choosing to ride indoors or outdoors, the stunning surroundings create a unique and captivating atmosphere for horseback riding and a deep connection with the tranquility of nature.
