Get ready for a fresh take on wine and sustainability!
Black Bench, a cool vineyard situated in the picturesque foothills of the San Gorgonio Mountains in Cherry Valley, California, is gearing up to make a big impression at the Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival in November 2025. They’re all about growing grapes while also nurturing the earth, thanks to their commitment to regenerative organic farming.
It all started with their mission to protect their stunning land, and that love for nature shows in every bottle they produce, translating into seriously tasty wines that connect with the environment. What truly sets Black Bench apart is their dedication to nature.
Their 16-acre vineyard is home to 7,500 vines featuring a mix of Southern Rhône, French, and Italian varieties like Grenache Noir, Mourvèdre, and Vermentino. They’re doing it all off the grid, using solar power to run California’s largest off-grid well to manage their water needs. They’re also on a mission to adopt cool practices like no-till farming and cover crops, aiming to eventually dip into dry farming.
While they wait for their own estate grapes to come into their prime, Black Bench is whipping up fantastic wines with organic grapes sourced locally and also importing some top-rated European wines, including those 90-point gems, to champion global sustainability.
Festival-goers at the Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival can stop by the Black Bench booth for a taste of what the future of winemaking looks like. This is a great chance to meet the passionate team behind this organic movement, hear their inspiring journey of conservation and creativity, and enjoy a glass of wine that’s as good for the planet as it is for your palate. And get a chance to win wine, gift certificate, and 2-123 Farm Christmas Night Tickets.
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate a business that shows how dedication to sustainability can pair perfectly with top-notch winemaking!