Lemelson Vineyards in Carlton offered a 1999 Pinot Noir as its debut vintage. The estate was founded and is run by Eric Lemelson, an environmental lawyer, climate activist and builder of LEED energy efficient buildings. Lemelson Vineyards owns 139 acres of vineyards in seven parcels, and farming is entirely organic. The winery facility itself was built to strict energy efficiency standards and the entire winemaking process is performed according to rigorous sustainability practices. The estate produces several Pinot Noirs, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Gris. The winemaker is Matt Wengel. Lemelson wines have earned ratings in the low 90s from reviewers, and Wine Advocate has noted that “Lemelson is one to keep your eye on over the next few years…”