It’s difficult to narrow down favorite wines from our standout portfolio, but this selection includes three of our best-loved offerings. From Chalk Hill, Lancaster Estate, and Foley-Johnson—the name Foley-Johnson honors both founder Bill Foley and his wife, Carol Johnson Foley—we’ve put together the perfect trio to pair with spur-of-the-moment hors d’oeuvres, steaks on the grill, or wood-fired pizza.

Our Founder's Favorites Gift Box Includes:

2019 Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley

A succulent pair to our Kwanzaa Stew, sourced from our volcanic hillside vineyards in Alexander Valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon has a nose of dark plum, tobacco, and black pepper and a concentrated palate of black cherry, dark stone fruit, and dried sage.

Pairs Well With: Grilled Lamb Chops with Black Pepper & Herb Marinade and Dark Cherry & Sage Sauce over Pork Tenderloin

2022 Chalk Hill Estate Chardonnay, Chalk Hill – 92 pts, James Suckling
This age-worthy Chardonnay has fresh acidity and beautifully balanced fruit. Complex aromas and flavors of baked bread, pear, and hazelnut extend over an elegant finish. For a crowd-pleasing accompanist, serve alongside these Mini Latkes with Apple Glazed Salmon & Sour Cream. 

Pairs Well With: Baked Pear & Hazelnut Salad with Goat Cheese and Creamy Potato & Leek Soup with Baked Bread Croutons

2021 Foley Johnson Handmade Petit Verdot, Rutherford

Dark and inky in the glass, this Petit Verdot reveals aromas of deep cherry, sage, and caramel, with a bold palate of red cherry, plum compote, and cedar. 

Pairs Well With: Braised Short Ribs with Plum & Sage Sauce and Cedar-Planked Salmon with a Cherry Reduction
 

Deep in color, it reveals a complex nose of black currant, plum, anise and violet. Refined and polished tannins provide amazing structure and depth that complement commanding flavors of dark plum, black currant, blackberry, savory leather and dark chocolate. An incredible display of the rich and concentrated flavors that come from our estate vineyards, this wine glides across the palate for a long, decadent finish. This wine should be decanted when young, and will only gain in complexity for the next 15-20 years.

Aromas and flavors of cherry, red currant and vanilla meld beautifully with bright notes of strawberry, raspberry and dark chocolate. Strong, velvety tannins make this an age-worthy yet approachable wine with a lingering finish.

Inviting aromas of black cherry, blueberry and plum entice your senses. The palate displays bright fruit flavors with hints of dark cocoa and subtle savory undertones. Lush, velvety tannins linger on the finish and make this a wine that will age well for years to come.

Upon opening, deep aromas of dark plum, black pepper, tobacco and clove fill the nose. The palate mirrors the aromas with additional notes of black cherry, leather and savory dried herbs. A soft mouthfeel and smooth, refined tannins linger on the lush finish.

The 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon captures the pure expression of our unique terroir at Lancaster Estate. It is a blend of all five of the red Bordeaux varietals we have planted on our volcanic hillside vineyards. Dark, rich fruit presents aromas of wild game on the nose. On the palate there are hints of blackberry compote and dark stone fruit flavors. An incredible display of the rich and concentrated flavors that come from our estate vineyards, this wine glides across the palate for a long, decadent finish.

The 2018 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon captures the pure expression of our unique terroir at Lancaster Estate. It is a blend of all five of the red Bordeaux varietals we have planted on our volcanic hillside vineyards. The nose is rich with aromas of dark plum, tobacco and black pepper. The palate is deep and concentrated with flavors of black cherry, dark stone fruit, dried sage and a subtle earthiness.The nose is rich with aromas of dark plum, tobacco and black pepper. The palate is deep and concentrated with flavors of black cherry, dark stone fruit, dried sage and a subtle earthiness.

Our 2021 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant expression of the very best of the varietal grown on our Alexander Valley estate. A light perfume of lavender flowers leads to a bold yet refined palate. Robust tannins and flavors of black currant and dark chocolate fill the mouth, concluding with a soft, lingering finish.

Grown 100% on our Alexander Valley estate, our Samantha’s Sauvignon Blanc showcases the very best of the varietal and the AVA. On the nose, bright floral and melon aromas draw you in. The palate offers elegant and layered flavors of stone fruits and grapefruit. The pronounced, crisp acidity is balanced by a creaminess from the partial French oak aging, while a subtle mineral texture from the concrete egg aging lingers on the smooth finish.

The nose is rich with aromas of dark plum, tobacco and black pepper. The palate is deep and concentrated with flavors of black cherry, dark stone fruit, dried sage and a subtle earthiness.

The 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon captures the pure expression of our unique terroir at Lancaster Estate. It is a blend of the five of the red Bordeaux varietals we have planted on our volcanic hillside vineyards. The nose is rich with aromas of dark plum, tobacco and black pepper. The palate is deep and concentrated with flavors of black cherry, dark stone fruit, dried sage and a subtle earthiness. This wine should be decanted when young, and will only gain in complexity for the next 15-20 years.

Dark, rich fruit presents aromas of wild game on the nose. On the palate there are hints of blackberry compote and dark stone fruit flavors. An incredible display of the rich and concentrated flavors, this wine glides across the palate for a long, decadent finish.