Brutocao Cellars and Bliss Family Vineyards are family-owned, estate wineries in Mendocino County, California, whose histories are intertwined through marriage between the Brutocao and Bliss families. The Bliss family began farming grapes in the 1940s, while the Brutocaos brought Italian winemaking heritage to the partnership. Together, they now manage over 400 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards, producing a wide range of wines,from Italian varietals like Sangiovese and Barbera to California classics such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Their wines emphasize family tradition, estate-grown quality, and a relaxed, food-friendly Mendocino style.
