The rolling foothills of the Sierra Nevada are particularly beautiful in the spring when the hills are lush and vibrant with an abundance of wildflowers. “Painted Fields” is an apt name for this picturesque location. The vineyards are predominantly green and gracefully undulate across the landscape.

How did we come up with the name?

Painted Fields

When we set out to find a name for our winery, we received suggestions from family, friends, contractors, our advertising agency, and nearly everyone we knew. We started with over 75 potential names and eventually narrowed it down to a dozen that we felt were appropriate, reflecting our desire for a wine that was elegant, timeless, and delicious. Janis firmly believed that we should choose a name starting with an “A,” as it would appear at the top of any alphabetical list, making it easier to find in a long list of wineries.
Andy and Janis ultimately decided to name the winery ANDIS Wines, a combination of their names that gives Janis a name starting with “A.” However, with the idyllic scenery and beautiful rolling hills surrounding the winery, everyone involved still favored the name Painted Fields. This name was suggested by Paul Almond and Pam Whitehead from Sage Architects, who designed the winery building and tasting room.
The name even inspired renowned Hawaiian artist Kelly Sueda to design the label.

When Lorenzo joined the team and started working alongside the winemaking team led by Philippe Melka, he envisioned sharing our region’s rich history through a bottle of wine. To bring this vision to life, he created four distinct wines, each telling the story of the evolution and changes our region has experienced over more than 160 years of grape growing.

“Zinfandel Old Vine”

It pays homage to the pioneers who planted these vineyards in the mid-1800s.

“Curse of Knowledge”

An elegant expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. After Napa gained international recognition as a premier Cabernet producer by triumphing over French wines in the Judgment of Paris in 1976, local growers began to plant Bordeaux varieties at higher elevations, reaching up to 3,200 feet.

“Sierra Cotes”

The wine portrays the Rhone wine enthusiasts of the late 90s, known as the “Rhone Rangers.” Today, our region boasts some of the finest Syrah vineyards in California.

“Cuvée Blanc”

Crafted from unique and rare white grapes grown in our region, this Mediterranean white wine is perfect for quenching your thirst on hot California days while showcasing the diversity and potential of our region.

Today, Painted Fields has become a renowned wine brand enjoyed by wine enthusiasts in over 40 states across the US, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia.