CARNEROS

Carneros at its Finest

Located in the hills less than half a mile from San Pablo Bay, summer never seems to arrive in Carneros. Between the steady breeze and the cooling impact of the ocean, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir flourish here for sparkling wine. Each year I produce an extremely small amount of sparkling cuvee using the traditional Methode Champenoise, generally under 100 cases per vintage. The grapes are harvested with razor sharp acidity and allowed to age longer than I have the patience for, typically 4 to 5 years before release. This extra time on the lees results in a Cuvee that has a soft creamy weight that complements the fresh acidity beautifully.