Handley Cellars firmly believes in a conscious and conscientious approach to farming and winemaking. They purchase grapes from small, local, family growers, and whenever possible, the fruit selected is farmed organically. Their winemaking philosophy is to let the distinctive qualities of each vineyard shine through. Working with carefully tended, exceptional sites, they strive to create wines which faithfully reflect the unique characteristics of the vineyards and viticultural region, focusing on the appellation of Anderson Valley. They select vineyards that fully ripen at lower brix, resulting in wines with low to moderate alcohol levels. Beginning with the 2012 vintage, their white wines are free of animal products. From start to finish, they are mindful of their impact on their rural valley, and the implications of their farming and winemaking choices for future generations.