Spottswoode Estate
Spottswoode is a family-owned historic vineyard and winery renowned for its exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Established in 1882 by George Schonewald, the estate is distinguished by the historic Victorian home depicted on the Spottswoode label. Spottswoode was christened by Mrs. Albert Spotts, who owned the property from 1910 until its purchase in 1972 by Mary Weber Novak and her late husband, Dr. Jack Novak. The first Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon was produced in 1982, exactly one hundred years after the estate’s founding.
Mary Novak and family are committed to producing wines that faithfully reflect their grape origins. Each Spottswoode wine is known for its refined elegance, balance, and classic structure. Dedicated stewards of their property, the Novaks have farmed organically since 1985 and have pioneered the restoration of their local watershed.
Today, two of Mary’s daughters, Beth and Lindy, work for the family winery that each year releases three very special wines: the Spottswoode Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc, and the recently-introduced Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon.
Lindy Novak joined the winery in 1992 and oversees national marketing. She graduated from the University of California Berkeley. An interest in preserving the integrity of the family’s winery property and a fondness for working with people has presented her with the opportunity to solidify and expand account and distributor communications and friendships. Lindy resides in the Bay Area with her husband, Jeff. Her interests include athletics, reading, writing, gardening, caring for her cats and dog, and volunteer and environmental pursuits.
