Structure, depth and complexity make this a serious, age-worthy wine that's a bit grippy to drink now but impressive for its array of blackberries, blueberries, toast, cedar and graphite. Its firm tannins and excellent concentration will stand the test of time. Best from 2026–2036.
Product Description:
Over 20 years ago, we began to look for a rural setting as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city and careers when we came across a small home and piece of land in the Napa Valley. We planted our first Chardonnay vineyard in the Oak Knoll district, north of Napa.
We used a new Dijon clone and also broke Napa tradition by close-row planting, which required that the vineyard be entirely hand tended. In other words, no tractors. Randy Lewis, an ultra-premium winemaker in the valley, showed immediate interest. Every year, the Chardonnay he has made using that fruit has received stratospheric scores.
