Producer Profile
Field Recordings
Andrew Jones, the mastermind behind Field Recordings, has a knack for uncovering hidden gems in the world of winemaking: overlooked sites brimming with untapped potential. With a passion for crafting wines that exude personality and offer a truly unique experience, Andrew's catalog, Field Recordings, is a tribute to the people and places he holds dear. By day, Andrew works as a vine nursery fieldman, intimately involved in planning and planting vineyards across California. This role often grants him access to small batches of exceptional fruit from the farmers he works with. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of the Central Coast's vineyards, Andrew seeks out these underdogs, producing small-batch wines that reflect the soul of these undiscovered vineyards.
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Where The Wines Come From
California
In California, the natural wine movement is thriving, with a diverse array of producers championing organic and biodynamic farming practices and minimal intervention winemaking techniques. From the rolling hills of Sonoma and Napa to the rugged coastline of Mendocino and Santa Barbara, California's winemakers are forging a new path, prioritizing sustainability, terroir expression, and authenticity. These vintners eschew additives and rely on native yeasts for fermentation, resulting in wines that are vibrant, expressive, and true to their origins. With a focus on indigenous grape varieties and a deep respect for the land, California's natural winemakers are reshaping the state's wine industry, offering consumers a taste of the Golden State's diverse terroir and innovative spirit.