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Welcome to Drytown Cellars
Drytown Cellars is not an “unfortunate” name for a winery! —It’s toponymous! Drytown was never “dry,” but has a long history of people determined to enjoy life while following their dreams. One of the largest towns in the foothills during California’s Gold Rush, Drytown had hotels and saloons to accommodate thousands of 49ers.
Today, it’s much smaller, but probably more hospitable. And yesterday’s wine cannot compare to what visitors find here today. Delicious, bold reds; bright, fruity whites.
Owner and winemaker Allen Kreutzer produces the very best wines from Amador County and Sierra Foothill fruit—zesty zinfandels, bold barberas, smooth syrahs, and savory sauvignon blancs, to name just a few.
Drytown Cellar's Timeline
- The Kreutzer's purchased the 40 acres in October 2000.
- Winery construction began in May 2002.
- Petite Sirah vineyard planted in July 2002.
- Drytown Cellars opened its doors in November 2001. Tasting room temporarily located at the farmhouse.
- Construction of Building 2 began in August 2005
- Building 2 finished and added to bonded premises in January 2006
- Added 2 acres petite sirah vineyard on southern orientation
- 19.7 Kilowatt Solar System installed on Building 2 March 2006. We're Green!
Our Vineyards
Petite Sirah vineyard
Planted in July 2002
Georgetown Vineyard
Located in El Dorado County
South Side Vineyard
Planted in the Fall of 2017
Our Team
Allen Kreutzer
Owner and Winemaker
Jeff Johnson
Chief Winemaker
Suzanne Kreutzer
Owner and Chief of Staff
Julie Johnson
Office Guru