Founded by winemaker Shane McManigle, who has since moved to Oregon, the project is owned by Emily Weissman and Stephan Schindler of Winemonger with Matt Duffy of Vinify taking over the winemaking. Eastkoot's first release will be the 2009 Marin County Pinot Noir (Corda Vineyard) and will be available through
Winemonger.com.