From the beginning, it was the expressed objective of the Starr family to acquire a property capable of yielding the finest quality grapes destined for the best wines made in California. Here, on this hillside location fourteen miles west of Paso Robles, the site was found. The climate was right, requisite soil tests were positive, there was water. A taste of some of the local wines proved there were talented wine makers in the area, setting a high standard for world-class wine.

With the counsel of professionals from as far as Napa, to those nearby with local success stories, varietals, clones and rootstock were chosen, custom-grafted and nourished in the nursery their first year, where they awaited planting in the vineyard the spring of 2002. Fourth Leaf 2004 was the first harvest.

With six full growing seasons complete and four vintages bottled, a taste of the wine made from Starr Ranch fruit testifies to the power of this growing location. As well, it's evident that the dedication and hard work of those who farm it are true to their personal commitment of excellence. The ranch mantra, “Whatever it takes”, is spoken with pride.

The team is made up of Ranch Manager, Neal Rambo, who has known and worked this land for over fifty years; Luis Perez and Gilberto Soto, invaluable full-time employees, who have been with the ranch from the beginning; Phil Stevens, whose wealth of knowledge guides virtually every farming decision; Judy Starr, overseer of all phases of ranch activities and administrator. 

There are 34.5 planted acres consisting of:

• Cabernet Sauvignon - 10.7 acres
• Syrah - 6.3 acres
• Grenache - 5.3 acres
• Tempranillo - 4.3 acres
• Cabernet Franc - 2.7 acres
• Merlot - 2.0 acres
• Roussanne - 1.7 acres
• Viognier - 1.0 acres
• Mourvedre - 0.5 acres