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Business Hours:
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Contact Info
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Business Description
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The original estate vineyard is on Zinfandel Lane in the geographic heart of Napa Valley, between the towns of St. Helena and Rutherford. The winery stands on the original 90 acre estate vineyard property. The Raymond's purchased this land based on the belief that it would prove to be a prime grape growing location. This site is now at the convergence of the distinguished Rutherford and St. Helena appellations, recognized worldwide for exceptional Cabernets. The Rutherford vineyard is planted primarily in Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Both of these varietals benefit from the Pleasanton loam soil and warm micro-climate. These idyllic conditions produce elegant multi-dimensional red wines that are well-balanced and flavorful.
The Raymond family acquired ten acres on Stice Lane in the St. Helena area in 1985. While the climate in St. Helena is the same as the Rutherford vineyard, the soils are more gravelly and lighter in composition. The Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted here tend to be less vigorous, producing smaller berries and lower yields. With a higher skin to soft fruit ratio, these grapes produce wines that are bold, with intense flavors, solid tannins and good structure.
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Winery Info
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Surface Area:
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Varietals Grown:
| Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Dessert, Merlot, Other Red Wines, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel
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