Element 79 Vineyards

United States: California: Sierra Foothills: El Dorado County

Element 79 Vineyards is an estate winery located in the Fair Play AVA of California’s Sierra Foothills. Named for the element gold—which holds significance to both the region’s Gold Rush history and the couple’s own marriage in 1979—the winery specializes in handcrafted, vineyard-driven wines. With consulting winemaker Scott Johnson guiding the vintages, Les and Sharon produce a high-quality portfolio featuring varieties like Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, and Viognier.

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Wine releases by year

2025

  • 2024 El Dorado County Fair Play Mae's Heart of Gold Grenache Blanc/Vermentino (7/12/2025, $31), 2024 El Dorado County Fair Play Abby's Syrah/Zinfandel/Viognier Rose (7/12/2025, $31) (7/12/2025, $31)

2024

  • 2023 El Dorado County Fair Play Abby's Zinfandel/Syrah/Viognier Rose ($29) ($29)