Estate Wines from the Heart of Dry Creek Valley

The Michel-Schlumberger Heritage

Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate was founded in 1979 when Swiss-born vintner Jean-Jacques Michel planted the first vines in Wine Creek Canyon, in the western hills of Dry Creek Valley. He selected this corner of Sonoma County for its benchland soils, south-facing hillside exposures, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean, just 17 miles to the west, where coastal fog and cool breezes allow grapes to ripen slowly and evenly.

In 1991, Jacques Pierre Schlumberger joined the estate, bringing more than 400 years of family winemaking heritage from Alsace, France. Together they established a 100-acre estate winery in Healdsburg, California, with over 62 acres of benchland vineyards growing more than 15 varietals entirely on-site: including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Zinfandel.

The estate’s mission-style architecture reflects Michel-Schlumberger’s European roots while honoring California’s early Spanish influence. Our library collection includes vintages dating back to 1991.

Sustainability at Michel-Schlumberger

Michel-Schlumberger is dedicated to sustainable winemaking in Sonoma County. In 2016, we installed a 215-kilowatt solar energy system with 672 ground-mounted panels, the largest solar installation in Dry Creek Valley. Over its lifetime, the system will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 5,000 tons of CO₂, equivalent to planting over 200,000 trees.

Our vineyard team manages each block to maximize the natural strengths of our benchland and hillside terroir, selecting specific clones and adjusting trellising across varying elevations. Located in the Dry Creek Valley AVA, our wines reflect the character of this distinctive appellation.

Wine Tasting in Dry Creek Valley

Visit us daily at 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg. Tastings range from $25 to $75 per person. Book a reservation or call (707) 433-7427.