Margins

Part of the Margins mission over the last five years has been to work with small growers to transition their vineyards from conventional to organic farming by providing guidance as well as assurance that the grapes will have a home. We believe that if we worked solely with organic vineyards, we would not be using our role in the industry to its full potential to enact agricultural change. As of vintage 2021, all the vineyards Margins works with are farmed organically.

Margins is a winemaking endeavor of Megan Bell, a winemaker living and working in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Prior to settling on the central coast of California, Megan received her BS in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis in 2012 and apprenticed in wineries and vineyards in Napa, the Livermore Valley, the Willamette Valley, Central Otago (NZ), and the Loire Valley (France). - Margins

About the Winemaker

Margins

Margins stands at the forefront of California's burgeoning low-intervention wine movement, spotlighting grapes from overlooked regions, vineyards, and varietals. By championing vineyards often relegated to the sidelines, Margins challenges conventional perceptions and amplifies the diversity of California's viticultural landscape. Over the past five years, Margins has been instrumental in guiding small growers towards organic farming practices, fostering both environmental sustainability and agricultural change. Led by winemaker Megan Bell, Margins is more than a winemaking endeavor; it's a testament to the transformative power of embracing diversity and pushing boundaries in the world of wine.

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The Region

Oregon, USA

In Oregon, USA, the wine scene is flourishing, particularly with a burgeoning interest in natural winemaking practices. Known predominantly for its Pinot Noir, Oregon's wine regions, including the Willamette Valley, offer a diverse terroir that fosters experimentation and innovation. Natural wine producers in Oregon embrace organic and biodynamic farming methods, eschewing additives and interventions in the cellar to allow the grapes to shine with authenticity. This dedication to minimal intervention results in wines that reflect the character of the land and the Pacific Northwest's unique climate, offering a taste of Oregon's commitment to sustainability and respect for nature in every glass.