Massa Estate Organic Vineyards

Open: Year-round

Nestled in the sunshine-bathed amber hills above the Cachagua region of Carmel Valley (Monterey California) and brushed by gentle cooling ocean breezes, Heller Estate Organic Vineyards has been producing luscious fruit-laden grapes since 1970.

Planted on 120 acres above the Hidden Springs of Cachagua (an Indian derivative of a French-Spanish word meaning "Hidden Springs"), these grapes are essentially dry-farmed, with a minimum of irrigation.

"Heller Estate wines are produced from Certified Organically Grown Grapes from our Carmel Valley Wine Estate, grown without pesticides or herbicides." The modern, efficient winery produces award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon and other wines of world-class recognition, aged in French oak barrels.