Solar Powered Raymond Burr Vineyards

Raymond Burr Vineyards has always maintained a policy of “living lightly on the land” and by installing a 36 kilowatt solar electric system they are able to power both the premium winery and their exotic orchid operation.

The system is designed and built by SolarCraft and provides 100% percent of electrical needs for this winery located on West Dry Creek Road. outside of Healdsburg, California.

Robert Benevides, the owner, has mentioned that the system also powers the tasting room and two homes on the property, and falls in line with the winery’s current environmental practices.

Burr first began planting grapes on the property in 1986 and he co-owned the business with his partner and colleague Robert Benevides, Executive Producer of Ironside.

Located in the rolling bench land at the foot of Bradford Mountain on West Dry Creek Road, Raymond Burr Vineyards produces award winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay from estate vineyards.

SolarCraft is one of the most experienced solar energy contractors and retailers in California. For more than 24 years the certified “Green Business” has been providing Solar Thermal and Solar Electric services including consulting, design, installation, monitoring and maintenance.