Handcrafted in the Heart of Humboldt County
our story
rooted in willow creek
Tucked among the mountain slopes of Willow Creek, California, Miles Garrett Wines is a small, family-run vineyard and winery dedicated to crafting wines that express a deep connection to the land.
Family is at the heart of everything we do. From pruning to harvest, every step happens by hand, guided by respect for the land and a love of sharing what we grow.
the willow creek ava
far north american viticultural area
The Willow Creek AVA’s unique climate and soils create wines full of energy and life. Our rocky mountain soils, warm days and cool nights shaped by the Trinity River produce grapes that reflect the true character of this extraordinary region.
our vineyard
Estate-Grown, Dry-Farmed & ccof Certified Organic
We grow our own grapes, dry-farmed and CCOF certified organic, rooted in rocky mountain soils that capture the character of the Willow Creek AVA.
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Warm days and cool nights
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Pure river air from the Trinity River
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Grapes grown without irrigation or chemical intervention
our wines
Natural, Organic, Honest & Alive
We make estate-grown, organic and natural wines, fermented with native yeasts and zero added sulfur — only the naturally occurring sulfurs present in the grapes. This approach lets the fruit and the earth speak for themselves.
What are natural wines?
Natural wines are made with minimal intervention in the vineyard and winery. This means:
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No chemical fertilizers or pesticides
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Fermentation with native yeasts
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Zero added sulfites
Wines that express the true character of the grapes, the soil and the season.
Each vintage tells the story of the season — pure, honest and alive.
MEET THE TEAM
MILES
After more than two decades experimenting with wine, Miles Garrett eventually chose to turn a lifelong passion into his way of living. What began as curiosity; fermenting small batches, VISITING vineyards and learning through trial and observation, slowly evolved into a deeper calling to farm, grow and craft wines that truly reflect the place they come from.
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His approach to wine begins in the vineyard, where careful attention to soil health, farming practices and the natural rhythm of the seasons guides every decision. Based in the rugged and remote Willow Creek AVA in Northern California, he works closely with the land, embracing its wild beauty and unique growing conditions. The region’s steep terrain, dramatic climate shifts and distinctive soils create wines with energy, tension and character.
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Miles approaches winemaking with curiosity and intuition. Fermentations are guided with a light hand, allowing the grapes and the vintage to speak for themselves. The goal is not to impose a style but to reveal the personality of the vineyard and the year. Each wine is the result of close observation, patience and a belief that great wines come from thoughtful farming and honest cellar work.
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Over the years, Miles Garrett Wines has developed a reputation for expressive, small-production wines that feel alive and true to their origin - from vibrant pét-nats to site-driven still wines. Every bottle reflects the same philosophy that drives the work in the vineyard: respect for the land, attention to detail and a commitment to authenticity.
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For Miles, wine is not just a craft, it’s a way of connecting people to a place, a season and a story.
CARLA
Originally from the Basque Country, Carla Barroso brings a global perspective, entrepreneurial mindset and creative vision to Miles Garrett Wines. She holds a degree in Business Administration & Management and a Master’s degree in Marketing, combining business strategy with storytelling and design.
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Before settling in Northern California, Carla spent years traveling and living in different parts of the world. Those experiences shaped her appreciation for culture, food and wine, and the way they connect people to places and to each other. That journey eventually led her to the rugged beauty of the Willow Creek AVA, where she found both a home and a shared vision with Miles.
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As co-founder of Miles Garrett Wines, Carla oversees much of the winery’s day-to-day operations. She manages finances, permits, logistics, distribution coordination, GRANT WRITTING and travel planning, while also handling the winery’s communications and social media presence. Carla also designs the winery’s labels, bringing a personal artistic touch that helps translate the personality of the wines into visual form.
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Working alongside Miles - who focuses on farming and winemaking - Carla helps guide the broader direction of the winery, ensuring that every detail, from paperwork to packaging, supports the integrity of the wines and the story behind them.
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For Carla, wine is about connection: between land and people, between creativity and craft. After years of exploring the world, she has found a place to call home in Willow Creek, where she continues building a winery rooted in authenticity, partnership and a deep sense of place.
mgarrett@milesgarrettwines.com
cbarroso@milesgarrettwines.com