The property itself dates back to the 1920s, when it served as a fruit and nut drying operation. Original drying tunnels and rail tracks remain visible today, reflecting a long connection to the valley’s agricultural abundance. When founders Paul Hart and Jan Jacobsen discovered the abandoned building, they chose preservation over demolition, a philosophy that continues to define REX HILL. A Lee Kelley sculpture at the entrance and the carefully preserved 2020 tasting room renovation honor this commitment to history, craftsmanship, and place.
Renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that are layered, expressive, and unmistakably rooted in their origins, REX HILL embraces the belief that complexity unfolds over time. Each vintage captures a moment shaped by season, site, and a restrained winemaking approach that allows nature to lead. Guided by experience, curiosity, and respect for the land, REX HILL crafts wines that reward attention and invite discovery.