At Hecker Pass Winery, we believe family is the cornerstone for creating wines with a devotion to tradition. It is this commitment that allows us to produce wines with true Italian character. Mario Fortino (owner of Fortino Winery as well) and his family has a tradition of winemaking and commitment to excellence that continues as his son Carlo integrates the time-honored methods of 150 years of experience. It follows the wisdom of three generations of winemakers who had innovative ideas for the future.
Of all the wonderful things that Gilroy and its sister cities have to offer, we are bursting with pride over our local wineries. Our wine owners and winemakers work tremendously hard to craft their award-winning wines. Their commitment to quality and environmental stewardship has resulted in wines that rival the finest in the world. Just this past year alone our wineries have earned the top awards at all the major wine competitions.