From Andretti Winery

After a decade of dedication, the “Oak Knoll District” was recognized as a distinct sub-appellation of Napa Valley. Located toward the southern end of the Napa Valley at a relatively low elevation on the valley floor, this exceptional land with its climate-moderating effects of San Pablo Bay, cooling breezes and coastal fog make for superior slow ripening, often extending a growing season up to eight months. Distinguished by it cooler climate from other Napa appellations, enthusiastic advocates of the AVA argue that Oak Knoll strikes the perfect climatic balance, not too warm and not too cool for exceptional wines.

Andretti Winery’s forty-two acre vineyard is situated in the heart of this acclaimed appelation, just a few miles south of the town of Yountville. With the cooler climate and rich soils that drain extremely well, our vines endure more stress, resulting in smaller, more flavor intensive fruit. Ideally suited for growing world-class Chardonnay and Merlot, for which we dedicate much of our Oak Knoll District estate, the most favorable growing blocks of vines within this vineyard provide the grapes for our prized Montona Series Reserve wines.

Andretti wines are crafted from estate vineyard fruit and select vineyards from California's finest appellations. Specifically chosen for their excellence and distinction, each wine released meets the highest standards of the Winery's vision and mission; to consistently offer unique character, exceptional quality and a legendary wine experience.

Montona Reserve Series

Named in honor of Mario Andretti's childhood home of Montona, Italy the ultra-premium Montona Reserve Series wines are crafted exclusively from estate-grown grapes and other stellar Napa Valley vineyards.

Each vintage Andretti's Winemaker takes the finest hand-selected fruit to create wines from this acclaimed series including, an Estate Reserve Chardonnay, Estate Reserve Merlot and Napa Valley ReserveCabernet Sauvignon.

Produced in very limited quantities, these very high demand wines are made available first to Andretti Winery Wine Club Members and are offered through our Napa Valley winery and website.

Napa Valley Series

Crafted principally from prized Napa Valley fruit, Andretti Winery's Napa Valley Series includes an array of popular, food-friendly varietals that please even the most discriminating palate.

With an extensive varietal line-up, wine lovers enjoy the elegance, complexity and quality of each wine, including Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or a unique Zinfandel-Primitivo blend.

A premium wine experience, Andretti's Napa Valley Series wines are made available directly through the winery as well as select fine wine stores and restaurants around the globe.

California Selections Series

Inspired by its Italian heritage and "La Dolce Vita" principle, Andretti Winery's California Selections Series wines are made with the belief that good wine should be enjoyed daily with meals, as part of a fine lifestyle.

Venturing beyond the Napa Valley to Sonoma and the North Coast when sourcing the grapes for these fine wines, wine lovers can savor an array of diverse and delicious flavors. Selections Series varietals include Fume Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Made accessible to wine drinkers of all types with their impressive quality and exceptional value, the Selections Series wines are available direct from the winery as well as at fine markets and restaurants around the globe.

Andretti Winery
4162 Big Ranch Road
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 261-1717
http://www.andrettiwinery.com

From Barnett Vineyards.

Tours and tastings at Barnett Vineyards are private and arranged by appointment only. No more than eight people are included in each tour to ensure an intimate experience. The event begins in our barrel room with a glass of either Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc and then Pinot NoirPinot Noir. These tastings go hand in hand with an introduction to the property, its vineyards and the wines.

The group then moves through part of the vineyard to the observation deck on the top of Rattlesnake Hill to taste Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The deck provides a view of most of the estate vineyards; leading to conversations about mountain farming practices, vine spacing, etc. The deck also affords magnificent views of the Napa Valley floor 2000 feet below. Cabernet Members are welcome to reserve a picnic lunch at one of several intimate tables located on the property.

Depending on the time of year, the tour finishes back in the barrel room, perhaps with a barrel taste of a new vintage of Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon or Rattlesnake Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (if available). The tasting experience at Barnett Vineyards is casual, intimate and informative. It is our goal for you to enjoy yourself while visiting and learning about this special place on Spring Mountain.

Tours and tastings are by appointment only, between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. Please call 707-963-7075 and ask to schedule an appointment. Our office is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Directions

From San Francisco and Oakland
- Go into town of St. Helena, via Hwy 29
- Turn Left on Madrona Avenue (3rd Stop Light)
- Drive 3 blocks to Spring Mountain Road - turn Right
- Drive approximately 5.3 miles to the top of the hill
- Turn right at row of mailboxes at Napa/Sonoma County Line
- On paved road, take the right fork and follow signs to Barnett Vineyards

From Santa Rosa
- From Hwy 101 - Exit Hwy 12
- Follow directions on Hwy 12 to Sonoma
- Turn Left at Calistoga Road (by Prickett's Garden Center)
- Go approximately 3 miles
- Turn Right at St. Helena Road
- Go approximately 6.8 miles to the top of the hill
- Turn left at the Sonoma/Napa County Line
- On paved road, take the right fork and follow signs to Barnett Vineyards

Barnett Vineyards
4070 Spring Mountain Road
St. Helena, CA, 94574
(707) 963-7075
http://www.barnettvineyards.com

From Barnett Vineyards

Each wine made at Barnett Vineyards is either Estate Bottled, from Spring Mountain or from a single vineyard in another viticulture district that we have chosen. The wines, therefore, are inextricably linked to the vineyards from which they come from.

With passion and patience, Fiona and Hal Barnett created this vineyard and winery in 1983 with the intent of producing small amounts of hand crafted Cabernet Sauvignon wines from their estate. Since the first vintage of Barnett Vineyards, Spring Mountain has proven to deserve it's own AVA and become known as a unique microclimate, producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlots.

The vineyards are located at the top of Spring Mountain, at elevation 2,000ft, and planted on steep terraces that follow the contour of the land. In some places, the grade averages in excess of 35%. Mountainside farming is very challenging. The vines must struggle to reach nutrients and water in the soil and, as a result, yield only one to two tons per acre. The elements of sun, temperature, and well-drained porous soils give an advantageous water stress to the vines and contribute to the depth, richness and character of the wines. Grapes are harvested by hand; vineyard row by row, as optimum ripeness and maturity is reached. Fermentation is done in small batches.

Since the winery's first 100 cases in 1989, Barnett Vineyards has grown to approximately 6,000 cases total production. Rattlesnake Hill and Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignons are the focus at the estate with total Cabernet production varying between 2,100 and 3,000 cases annually. In addition, Barnett Vineyards produces limited amounts of Merlot, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown from single vineyards located in well-desired appellations.

Barnett Vineyards
4070 Spring Mountain Road
St. Helena, CA, 94574
(707) 963-7075
http://www.barnettvineyards.com

From Babcock Winery and Vinyards

Visitors are welcome to taste our wines in our tasting room. We are open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The charge for wine tasting is $10.00 per person and includes a Babcock Vineyards logo glass. For groups of 10 or more, reservations are required a minimum of two days in advance. No one under the age of 21 is allowed in our tasting area. Those under 21 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Groups of 10 or more by advance reservation only.
For reservations call (805)736-1455 or email. It is a great help to us if you give us at least two days notice for groups.

Directions
Babcock Winery and Vineyards is located approximately 50 miles north of Santa Barbara, California.

Take U.S. Hwy. 101 to the Solvang/Buellton/Lompoc (Hwy. 246) exit.

Go West on Hwy. 246, toward Lompoc, about 9 miles.

Babcock Winery is on the right-hand side of the highway. We share our driveway with Melville Winery.

Babcock Winery and Vineyards
5175 E. Highway 246
Lompoc, Ca. 93436
(805) 736-1455
http://www.babcockwinery.com

From Babcock Winery and Vineyards

Integrity and quality are paramount to the wines of Babcock Winery and Vineyards. Because of Bryan's exceptionally high standards, no matter the varietal or vintage, Babcock wines are always among the elite.

Babcock wines feature cool climate, estate-grown fruit as well as grapes from select local vineyards. Highly intellectual and flavorful, each wine possesses distinctive characteristics. These unique qualities are further showcased in a "Terroir" program with multiple annual offerings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon labeled with specific vineyard block designations. Within a vintage, one varietal may have several different designations.

Still family-owned and operated, Babcock Winery and Vineyards is an expanding 20,000-case winery with 80 acres currently planted to Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. Experimental varieties such as Albarino and Tempranillo from Spain, and Pignolo from Italy, are being evaluated.

What has Bryan excited these days is the promotion of a newly BATF approved appellation, Santa Rita Hills. Named for the hills that lie in the western end of the Santa Ynez Valley between two other ranges-- the Purisimas to the north and the Santa Rosas to the south-- this region is situated at its closest point within 10 miles of the Pacific Ocean. Babcock's Winery and Vineyard and a number of other nearby vineyards are in the heart of this viticulturally distinct area. In a cool climate (Region 1), it takes longer for the fog to burn off here than it does in the greater Santa Ynez Valley to the east. Generally 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Santa Ynez, this district also is caressed by cooling ocean breezes at mid-afternoon that help keep temperatures moderate on warm summer days. The climate and soil combination is particularly ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

With new vineyards currently being planted, a new barrel aging facility, and a renowned winemaker who will continue to make wine outside of the box, Babcock Winery and Vineyards promises to continue its tradition and reputation as one of the finest and most consistently reliable wine producers in California.

Babcock Winery and Vineyards
5175 E. Highway 246
Lompoc, Ca. 93436
(805) 736-1455
http://www.babcockwinery.com