A beloved cheese maker with nearly a century of history in California’s wine country is shutting down its acclaimed Sonoma factory, attributing the closure to lingering financial pressures from the pandemic and the high costs of maintaining a niche, artisanal operation. The decision marks the end of an era for a brand celebrated for its craftsmanship and contributions to the region’s culinary reputation. With no immediate plans to continue production elsewhere, the closure leaves a gap in the local food industry and raises questions about the sustainability of small-scale, specialty food businesses in the post-pandemic economy.
A nearly century-old wine country cheese maker is closing its award winning factory in Sonoma citing ongoing challenges from the COVID pandemic and financial demands of running a specialized business.
