Branding Iron Vineyard lies in the western part of Oakville close to the base of the Mayacamas Mountains. The vineyard is named for a branding iron, shaped like two opposing wineglasses, that is owned by the proprietor. The vineyard is comprised of well-drained clay loam, and the vines are vertically trellised to maximize sunlight and open the canopy. The warm climate of Oakville is perfect for slowly ripening the fruit, and outside of a few hot days each year, the fruit will often benefit from a longer hang time.