The Santa Monica Mountains are one of best kept secrets in Southern California. They have long served as a cloistered haven for the rich and famous while providing the backdrop for many famous Hollywood productions. Paramount Studios and Fox Studios used their ranches in the Santa Monica Mountains as back lots for numerous classics like Frankenstein with Boris Karloff , The Great Dictator starring Charlie Chaplin and the Getaway starring Steve McQueen. The old M*A*S*H* set, complete with helipad and gently rusting jeeps still remains and can be visited today. The area is so unique that the length of Mulholland between Paramount Ranch to the East and the World famous biker hangout, the Rock Store, to the South, is referred to as "The Three Magical Miles". And in the middle of all of this sits Cornell Winery, a place that brings the past to life while offering a glimpse into the future of California wine culture.

There are more than 50 independent vineyards in the Santa Monica Mountains with more being planted every year. Several of the local wineries have received national acclaim for their boutique vintages which have become cult classics in certain circles. These hard to find treasures will be available for tasting at Cornell Winery. And if you get hungry, you can step across the way to The Old Place Restaurant for an incredible steak served up by a bit of living history, Mr. Tom Runyon himself. Tom and his wife, Barbara, have owned and operated their unique restaurant for close to 40 years. Afterwards you might enjoy stepping next door into Charme D'Antan, one of Southern California's most unique architectural antique dealers specializing in treasures from France.

Tim and Denise Skogstrom own and operate Cornell Winery and Tasting Room. Tim has more than 20 years experience in the wine industry and has managed some of the most prestigious wineries from around the globe. Natives to Southern California, Tim and Denise are devoted to bringing the best of wine culture home. The rich history and traditions of this area have enabled them to create a truly unique Southern California experience. Southern California has its own microclimates, its own traditions, and its own history, all of which are reflected in the wine served at Cornell Station.