Third generation continues family tradition.

The third generation of the Oswald family -- Zac Robinson and Amanda Robinson Holstine -- continue a family tradition that began more than 50 years ago. Regenerative farming, innovation, and a devotion to farming define the character of this charming family winery.

The historic firsts at Husch run deep: first planting of Pinot Noir in the Anderson Valley (1971), first bonded winery in the region (also 1971), first California vineyard to adopt no-till and regenerative farming (1976), and one of the first California wines to be served at a Presidential State Dinner (1984).

A notable cast of innovators all left their imprint on today’s Husch. The family patriarch - H.A. Oswald, Jr - brought his farming and business expertise to the winery in 1979. Tony and Gretchen Husch showed their vision when they planted chardonnay and gewurztraminer grapevines on the Estate in 1968. Al White, the vineyard manager from 1975 to 2024 (50 years!) showed incredible vision when he sold the plow in 1976 and started Husch on a regenerative farming path 10 years before the word "regenerative" was even coined. Rich and Beelu Robinson showed their own foresight when creating the Husch “PRP” wine club, giving our tasting room customers access to Husch’s reserve and “secret menu” wines. And in 2002 Rich and Beelu’s children Zac and Amanda stepped up to carry Husch into the 21st century.

Along the way, the Anderson Valley grew up to become an internationally notable grape growing appellation. The appellation formation papers were signed on a picnic table at Husch in 1983 and Anderson Valley became synonymous with world-class Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer.

Heritage - a foundational concept in the Husch philosophy - motivated the family to add to the Husch Estate in 2012 with the purchase of the historic Garzini Ranch in inland Mendocino. It was a natural fit for Husch when the Garzini sisters decided they were ready to retire.

While the winery has modernized over time, Husch has always remained true to its agricultural roots and rustic charm. The pioneering spirit that inspired the original plantings still defines the winery today.