Birthplace of California wine founded in 1857 by Colonel Agoston Haraszthy, father of the state's wine industry. Lime stone tunnels were dug into the hillside and vineyards were also established. Haraszthy toured Europe in 1861 to gather the cuttings that developed California's wine industry.

California Registered Historical Landmark No. 392

Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with Buena Vista Winery and Vineyards, December 1, 1980.