Ehlers Estate-Heart Warming

Ehlers Estate is a resurrected ghost winery that is held in trust by Foundation Leducq. Foundation Leducq was founded by long time heart disease sufferer, Jean Leducq, in 1996. The Leducq Foundation crosses international barriers by searching for cures and treatments of heart disease, a world wide problem.  The foundation donates 30 million dollars per year to both American and European universities for heart research.

Anything involving the heart means passion.  And Ehlers Estate is as passionate about wine as they are healthy hearts!   Their wine is 100% estate and is certified organic with biodynamic practices.   They focus on making Bordeaux style reds such as Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and their flagship wine the 1886, a Cabernet Sauvignon that is named after the year the original Ehlers Estate was established by Bernard Ehlers.  This cab is big and lush and comes in a bottle that is a replica of an antique medicine bottle from the turn of the century.  Ehlers estate honors its founder Jean Leducq, a Frenchman, by making their wines using old world techniques and tradition.  This style of winemaking ensures full-bodied, bold, and food friendly wines.

In addition to donating their profits towards heart disease research, Ehlers Estate also participates with Camp del Corazon, a camp for children with heart disease.

Ehlers Estate offers a variety of tasting experiences, from historical tours of the stunning restored grounds to sensory classes. While heart disease is very serious, the staff at Ehlers Estate doesn't take themselves too seriously as seen in this video. Visiting Ehlers Estate not only helps the hearts of others, but will lift your as well!