The 2022 Reserve Merlot is decadent and layered. Aromas of bright strawberry, cherry, raspberry, clove, cedar, and leather take you on a journey to a smooth, elegant palate. Cherry and cinnamon stick dominate amid soft tannins and notes of cola and espresso on the lengthy finish. Serve with roasted chicken seasoned with herbs de Provence.

This wine opens with a bouquet of raspberry, white flower, dried strawberry, pomegranate, and mushroom. The palate is full and rich with dense layers of dark fruit - plum, pomegranate, and cranberry.

Our 2023 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied and rich, with dense layers of black fruit and cherry cola swirling amid ample rustic tannin. 

The 2022 Malbec opens with mouthwatering aromas of berry cobbler and pomegranate. On the palate, it has delicate tannin, juicy mouthfeel, and flavors of dark blackberry jam, red plum, and ribbons of cranberry fruit. This is the perfect wine for Thanksgiving dinner - beautiful, and approachable with moderate acidity.

On the nose, raspberry, fruit punch, cranberry, strawberry, earth, and spice lead to a smooth, lively palate with juicy red currant and strawberry flavors through the finish.

Our 2023 Streamlet is a decadent delight. On the nose, this wine offers berry pie, candied pecan, slate, and salal. Dark fruits on the palate are artful and approachable with a touch of minerality and a long, juicy finish.

The midpalate, in contrast, brims with oily honey, mandarin orange, and Meyer lemon zest. There's a delicious creaminess that enhances the overall minerality and great complexity.

The 2023 Founder’s Block reflects 100% native yeast and is unfined and unfiltered. This “hands off” approach allows the grapes and vines to shine. After 12 months in 100% new French oak, the Founder’s Block Chardonnay exhibits a creamy richness, marked by apricot, honeysuckle, and slight minerality on the long, decadent finish.

Our 2023 Estate Chardonnay offers a beautiful bouquet of apple pie, baked bread, pear, peach, honeysuckle, flint, and vanilla. The palate displays excellent weight and creamy smooth texture with crème brûlée, pineapple, baked tart, and nutmeg carrying it through the finish.

The 2021 GEO is a strong tribute to its reputation. Brambly aromas with spice, blackberry, dark fruit, and rich toffee lead to a robust mouthfeel. Rich layers of black and blue fruits coupled with coffee, licorice, and cola linger long after the last sip.

The 2024 growing season kicked off with cool spring temperatures. A few summer heat spells nudged the ripening along, while cool nights helped preserve acidity and freshness in the fruit. Harvest held a fast pace and delivered beautiful fruit quality.

Our 2023 Rosé is light pink in the glass with delicate notes of fresh strawberry, rhubarb, rose petal and peach aromas. The palate is laced with juicy watermelon notes, apricot, and notes of fresh cut grass. The finish is long and refreshingly crisp. The gentle hue of this Rosé was achieved by allowing Pinot Noir grapes to remain in contact with the juice ever so briefly—just long enough to garner a delicate blush, and classic Pinot Noir structure and character.

Our 2022 Windborn Pinot Noir is deep and dark with shades of mahogany and garnet. On the nose, there are complex aromas of black cherry, coriander, and plum that are complemented by hints of black olive, cedar, underbrush and baking spices. The palate delivers a rich and dense midpalate with a long and persistent finish.

Our 2024 Dundee Hills Reserve Rosé of Pinot Noir is the perfect spring or summertime wine. Aromas of wild strawberry, guava, linalool, and citrus zest lead to a beautifully balanced palate. Fresh and poised, this wine delivers bright acidity harmoniously integrated in the plush mouthfeel. This wine is an excellent apéritif, or served with summer salads, mild cheeses, and charcuterie.

Our 2022 Cabernet Franc is chock-full of enticing aromas of cassis, raspberry, and graphite. On the palate, this wine is fresh with accents of pepper and tobacco laced with ribbons of silky tannin and delicate notes of red plum, cherry, and pomegranate. Serve with lamb with mint sauce or tri-tip BBQ for a memorable meal.

The 2022 Trésor opens with aromas of cedar, molasses, cola, cassis, and a hint of clove. The palate is full, with silky tannins adding depth to layers of plum jam and toasty dried cherry scones. Trésor complements lamb and beef that is roasted or braised. Pair with beef stew, filet mignon, a maple bacon cheeseburger, grilled flank or sirloin steak. Try Trésor with strong-flavored cheeses like Gorgonzola or sharp cheddar.

The 2022 opens with aromas of cigar box, black cherry, black currant, leather, toasted oak, and baking spice. The palate is dark and brooding, offering dark berry flavors, cherry cola, dark chocolate, and plum cedar notes. It is a deep, intense, powerfully built wine that captures the heart and soul of our stunning estate.

Our 2023 Estate Red opens with savory aromas of blueberry, blackberry, cigar box, tobacco leaf, black tea, and an underlying earthy/herbal tone. The palate is dense and complex with black cherry, vanilla, and roasted coffee bean flavors laced with supple tannins. This wine will age beautifully over the next 15 years.

The 2022 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon shows remarkable depth and complexity. Black cherries, black currant, cocoa, and graphite waft from the glass. Generous blackberry and black cherry flavors dominate the palate, with notes of dark chocolate and subtle spice. This wine is layered and nuanced with balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins.

The 2022 Alexander Valley Chardonnay offers a bright, fresh profile. Aromas of lemon, quince paste, and vanilla spice lead to flavors of yellow apple, tangerine, and grilled pineapple on the palate. Toasted marshmallow, caramel, and brioche round out the finish. Serve this wine with mixed baby greens with roasted butternut squash, hazelnuts, and apple cider vinaigrette, or Dungeness crab macaroni & cheese.

The Chardonnay was gently pressed, allowed to settle, then racked to a combination of French oak barrels (40%) and concrete egg (60%) for fermentation, followed by 6 months of aging. A variety of yeast strains and the completion of malolactic fermentation impart complexity and richness. The resulting wine offers golden delicious apple, pear, starfruit, and spice with a full mouthfeel and beautiful finish.

This wine opens with lifted aromas of boysenberry, blackberry, black currant, and vanilla. On the palate, crushed berries and cassis give way to layers of opulent black and red berry fruit, with accents of vanilla. This wine is well-structured with the support of velvety tannins lingering on the long, elegant finish.

The 2023 Reserve Pinot Noir is a stunning wine made by winemaker Greg Freeman that captures the essence of Chalone Vineyard's distinct terroir in a complex, yet refined style. Opulent aromas of bright, crushed black cherry, blackberry preserves, creamy vanilla, and cinnamon lead to a medium-full bodied plate that is an expressive and superb representation of the varietal. This wine offers a full and gratifying mid-plate and generous, lingering finish with hint of violet, clove, and a subtle mineral note. 

This wine opens with sultry aromas of dark plum and crème de cassis with a hint of lavender. The palate is plush and structured with layers of dark fruit, nicely integrated oak and rich, velvety tannins. We recommend decanting this wine, especially in its youth, to encourage these bold characters to open up and fully evolve. Pair with pork tenderloin and cherry compote, or grilled New York steak with a demi-glace for an ultra-decadent meal. Rewarding and ready for enjoyment now, the 2022 vintage is also well suited to age for 10-15 years in proper cellaring conditions.

The 2022 St. Jean Vineyard Cabernet Franc is a dark, concentrated wine. On the nose, black raspberry, cherry, and floral notes swirl among accents of spice. The palate offers dense black raspberry and black cherry flavors, with dried strawberry and black pepper. Velvety tannins contribute to the medium-body, providing nice structure. A subtle savory character is present on the finish. Pair with Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog cheese with toasted baguette or roasted mushroom cream sauce with pappardelle.

Our 2022 Merlot opens with concentrated aromas of juicy black plum and sweet tobacco leaf. On the palate, supple tannins and balanced acidity elevate notes of strawberry preserves, pomegranate, black olive, and cigar. The easy-drinking qualities of this Merlot make it the perfect wine to pair with caramelized veggies and filet mignon.

Our 2023 Pinot Grigio opens with enticing aromas of white peach, green melon, wet stone, and white flower. The palate is crisp and refreshing, showcasing citrus and honeydew characters with subtle minerality. Enjoy this wine with arugula salad with shaved fennel, linguine with white wine clam sauce, seafood risotto, or roast chicken with aromatic herbs.

This wine is delightfully aromatic, bursting with citrus, lemon and lime zest, gala apple, and lime blossom. The palate offers a bright, racy acidity highlighting stone fruit flavors and a hint of coriander spice on the finish.

The 2022 Malbec is chock-full of lush fruit characters. Aromas and flavors of blueberry, plum, and boysenberry are accented by white pepper and cedar notes. This soft and juicy wine pairs beautifully with red bell peppers stuffed with spiced beef or grilled lamb and vegetable skewers with feta cheese. This is an excellent crowd-pleasing wine.

The fruit for this wine was harvested and sorted in the vineyard prior to arrival at the winery. The clusters were then carefully destemmed to keep the berries intact. Additional hand sorting removed any jack stems before the fruit was transferred to small, stainless steel, open-top fermenters. The juice and skins were cold-soaked for 4 days prior to fermentation and then gently punched down for several days. After primary fermentation was complete, the new wine was drained and the skins were gently pressed. This wine is 100% stainless steel fermented and aged.

The 2021 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel is a bold and hearty wine. Aromas of dried rose petals, crushed raspberries and briary fruit are present among opening. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy flavors of fresh raspberries and strawberry marmalade and notes of sweet spices. A hint of toasty oak lingers on the finish.

The Chenin Blanc captures both the terroir and the long history of Chalone Vineyard. The 2024 vintage is highly aromatic with notes of jasmine, pineapple, orange blossom, passion fruit and floral essences. The wine offers a lovely creamy texture, lifted by bright acidity.

The 2023 Reserve Chardonnay offers a fresh and compelling take on the classic California Chardonnay style. The wine first introduces a deep golden color in the glass then meets the nose with notes of yellow apples, caramelized pineapple, almond cookies, and pears. The palate delivers luscious viscosity and a creamy mouthfeel. Chalky minerality and notes of melon finish with hints of flint and woody spices. 

The Franc 2024 offers an elegant blend of bold and refined characters. The nose exudes blackberry, black pepper, lavender, and caramel cacao. On the palate, black cherry, blueberry, mocha and baking spice are seamlessly integrated with smooth, velvety tannins. Serve with pasta with tomato sauce, ratatouille, or stuffed peppers with pork loin and rosemary.

The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc offers a bright, tropical profile on the nose and palate. Mango, papaya, and grapefruit are complemented by a slight minerality and fresh acidity that carries through the finish. This is an ideal wine for warm days on the patio, with or without food.

The Cab 2023 opens with a bouquet of clove, caramel, baking spice, and leather. The palate delivers velvety tannins with flavors of blackberry, cocoa, nutmeg, and vanilla on the finish.