The Kautz family farm dates back to 1946 and it grew to over 5000 acres of vines at Murphy's, which is 2600 feet high up in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. This attitude gives ideal sunny days and cool nights. The Ironstone winery was established in 1989, with the first wines released in 1992. Steve Millier has been the chief winemaker since the start. (12 x 75 cl)