With decades of combined experience in the wine industry around the world, their mission begins with the land. Tyler and Rachel Eck focus intensely on organic farming, honoring the coastal influence on their vineyards, which are planted on ancient sea floors and sand dunes.

Their small-production wines are among the highest quality in the region. The name Dunites pays tribute to the settlers of the 1930s, who valued community while embracing individuality, living outside the cultural norms of the time. In a similar spirit, their winemaking approach stands out in the region.

The Hi Kite is a blend of Grenache and Syrah from a vineyard farmed by Rachel. Made with natural yeast and handled gently, the wine is aged in oak for 10 months before bottling. When we tasted their lineup, this wine was the highlight. The 2023 vintage, a cool year, has a brightness that’s incredibly food-friendly. Pair it with your next home-cooked meal on a chilly night – we love it. It’s drinking beautifully now, but we believe it will only improve with time.