Ten years ago Kaj and Else Ahlmann discovered the property that would become Six Sigma Ranch, an event they're celebrating with new wine releases. Photo courtesy of Six Sigma Ranch.

LOWER LAKE – Kaj and Else Ahlmann are celebrating the 20-year anniversary of their discovery of what is now Six Sigma Ranch in Lower Lake.

“Acquiring the Ranch and uncovering its potential has been a terrific journey,” said Kaj Ahlmann.

“Every year the vineyards come into balance to a greater degree, and even more so since we've transitioned to organic farming,” added Six Sigma Vice President Christian Ahlmann. “The maturing of the grape vines is reflected in added complexity of the wines.”

Three new vintages have been released in celebration of the ranch’s 10-year anniversary: 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Rooster Vineyard (crisp and dry with notes of passion fruit and pink grapefruit); 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Michael’s Vineyard (oak fermented, hints of apricot and pear, with a silky finish); and 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Six Sigma Vineyards (raspberry, plum and dark cherry with a finish of sweet tannins).

Guests are invited to visit Six Sigma Ranch, taste the new releases, and peruse the selection of 2009 holiday gift packs – highlighting Six Sigma wines and locally produced Dancing Treepeople Organic Walnuts, Villa Barone Olive Oil and Holdenried Ranch dried pears.

The tasting room is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and located at 13372 Spruce Grove Road in Lower Lake.

For more information call 707-994-4068.