Chappellet winery has a trademark on the name “Pritchard Hill” that is why you do not see it on more labels even though it is considered the "First Growth" of Napa. These amazing wines come from Pritchard Hill: Colgin, Bryant Family, Brand, Tor, and Continuum to name a few of the greats. They sell for $300-$1000 per bottle!! These two wines are a steal from Pritchard Hill!
2021 Haute Montagne Napa Valley Cabernet Franc...$74.99
75 cases produced
Pritchard Hill
High in Napa Valley’s prime mountain vineyards above Lake Hennessy we have found an exceptional source for our 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet Franc, a wine with power, depth, and definition to spare. From the same 1400’ elevation vineyards as our Haute Montagne Cabernet, The 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet Franc overlooks Napa Valley's prestigious vineyards of Oakville and Rutherford. The 2021 vintage was near-perfect growing conditions in Napa Valley. It was one of the driest years on record with only 10” of precipitation the entire season. Even temperatures, without heat spikes and a cool, sunny fall resulted in early bloom and perfect conditions for an exceptional vintage. Add a first-class mountain vineyard to this equation and the resulting wine has potential for greatness. Among classic Bordeaux grape varieties, Cabernet Franc outshines all others in its class in the mountain environment. At elevation, the vines find a natural balance, forming intense, complex, flavors on sun exposed terraces. Since the vines require little manipulation and leafing during the growing season, the ripening curve is very steady and even, allowing for a bold and uncommonly rich expression of Cabernet Franc. Aromas of baking spice and damson plum pour from the glass supported by a ripe mulberry, red raspberry flavor profile with great length. The finish shows some soft structural tannins that will allow this beautiful Cabernet Franc to age for 20 - 30 years. French oak barrels are employed in the tradition of Bordeaux, but with the characterful voice of California. Rather than demanding your attention, it compels you to enjoy and explore.
2021 Haute Montagne Napa Valley Cabernet...$74.99
Pritchard Hill
High in Napa Valley’s prime mountain vineyards above Lake Hennessy at an altitude 1400’, we have found an exceptional source for our 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet. This is cabernet for cabernet lovers; with power, depth, and definition to spare. The 2021 vintage was near-perfect growing conditions in Napa Valley. It was one of the driest years on record with only 10” of precipitation the entire season. Even temperatures, without heat spikes and a cool, sunny fall resulted in early bloom and perfect conditions for an exceptional vintage. Add a first-class mountain vineyard to this equation and the resulting wine has potential for greatness. The caliber of the vineyard is illustrated by the substance and distinction of this wine. There is an intensity and satisfying heftiness that is complemented by bright lifted fruit. Finely structured black fruit; blackberry, cassis, plum and violets, with aromas and flavors which unfold in the glass, hints at the potential for aging and the rewards for doing so. Here, we find classical winemaking, French oak barrels in the tradition of Bordeaux, but also the voice of California. This wine speaks to balance, structure, fine texture, freshness and complex flavors. Rather than demanding your attention, it compels you to enjoy and explore. 375 cases produced
2021 Haute Montagne Napa Valley Cabernet Franc...$74.99
75 cases produced
Pritchard Hill
High in Napa Valley’s prime mountain vineyards above Lake Hennessy we have found an exceptional source for our 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet Franc, a wine with power, depth, and definition to spare. From the same 1400’ elevation vineyards as our Haute Montagne Cabernet, The 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet Franc overlooks Napa Valley's prestigious vineyards of Oakville and Rutherford. The 2021 vintage was near-perfect growing conditions in Napa Valley. It was one of the driest years on record with only 10” of precipitation the entire season. Even temperatures, without heat spikes and a cool, sunny fall resulted in early bloom and perfect conditions for an exceptional vintage. Add a first-class mountain vineyard to this equation and the resulting wine has potential for greatness. Among classic Bordeaux grape varieties, Cabernet Franc outshines all others in its class in the mountain environment. At elevation, the vines find a natural balance, forming intense, complex, flavors on sun exposed terraces. Since the vines require little manipulation and leafing during the growing season, the ripening curve is very steady and even, allowing for a bold and uncommonly rich expression of Cabernet Franc. Aromas of baking spice and damson plum pour from the glass supported by a ripe mulberry, red raspberry flavor profile with great length. The finish shows some soft structural tannins that will allow this beautiful Cabernet Franc to age for 20 - 30 years. French oak barrels are employed in the tradition of Bordeaux, but with the characterful voice of California. Rather than demanding your attention, it compels you to enjoy and explore.
2021 Haute Montagne Napa Valley Cabernet...$74.99
Pritchard Hill
High in Napa Valley’s prime mountain vineyards above Lake Hennessy at an altitude 1400’, we have found an exceptional source for our 2021 Haute Montagne Cabernet. This is cabernet for cabernet lovers; with power, depth, and definition to spare. The 2021 vintage was near-perfect growing conditions in Napa Valley. It was one of the driest years on record with only 10” of precipitation the entire season. Even temperatures, without heat spikes and a cool, sunny fall resulted in early bloom and perfect conditions for an exceptional vintage. Add a first-class mountain vineyard to this equation and the resulting wine has potential for greatness. The caliber of the vineyard is illustrated by the substance and distinction of this wine. There is an intensity and satisfying heftiness that is complemented by bright lifted fruit. Finely structured black fruit; blackberry, cassis, plum and violets, with aromas and flavors which unfold in the glass, hints at the potential for aging and the rewards for doing so. Here, we find classical winemaking, French oak barrels in the tradition of Bordeaux, but also the voice of California. This wine speaks to balance, structure, fine texture, freshness and complex flavors. Rather than demanding your attention, it compels you to enjoy and explore. 375 cases produced
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