History
In 1846, former Army Captain John G. Ray moved West to the rough-and-tumble frontier of Northern California. He settled with his family first in the town of Sonoma, where he took part in the Bear Flag Revolt. Ray's old residence still stands to this day as a historical site in downtown Sonoma. Hard-working and self-reliant, Ray struck it rich in the Gold Rush. He gathered his family and their earnings - literally pickle jars full of gold dust - and ventured bravely to the rugged mountains of present day Northern California. In 1859, John G. Ray opened Ray's Station along the stagecoach route in Northern California. Parched travelers and their weary horses would stop at Ray's Station before completing the treacherous passage over Hog's Back Ridge. Libations flowed, the food was filling, and the accommodations - rustic at best. The second man to plant vineyards north of Sonoma, John G. Ray became a local legend for his rustic yet warm hospitality. Ray's Station wines are a tribute to int
Specialties
Ray's Station Tasting Room, located in downtown Hopland at 13275 Highway 101, is open 10-5 daily. Offered is a wide selection of white, rose and red wines with a bonus of a sparkling wine for your celebrations. Ray's Station also produces a Coro Mendocino, marking their commitment to excellence in wine production. Tasting room manager Margaret Pedroni welcomes visitors and looks forward to introducing Ray's Station wines to all wine enthusiasts. With two wine clubs to choose from, visitors will enjoy wonderful wines with added discounts. With customer service paramount, members will benefit from wine club events, exclusive and limited wines and custom orders. Ray's Station wines are a tribute to the intrepid, pioneering spirit of John G. Ray, a local frontiersman and stagecoach stop host and his unique brand of rugged individualism and rustic hospitality Visit Mendocino County's unique tasting room ~Ray's Station, where wine and hospitality are one!
