Contra Costa Carignane 2019

Napa Valley, located in the heart of California's wine country, is renowned for its world-class wines and picturesque vineyard landscapes. In recent years, the region has seen a growing interest in natural winemaking practices, adding a new dimension to its rich winemaking heritage. With its diverse microclimates, including warm days and cool nights, and varied soils, Napa Valley provides an ideal terroir for sustainable viticulture. Natural winemakers in the region prioritize organic and biodynamic farming methods, cultivating a variety of grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Merlot with minimal intervention. By eschewing chemical additives and focusing on natural fermentation, they produce wines that showcase the region's unique character. Napa Valley's natural wines are known for their purity, elegance, and expression of fruit flavors, with Cabernet Sauvignons offering bold blackberry and cassis notes, Chardonnays exhibiting crisp acidity and rich tropical fruit flavors, and Merlots presenting velvety textures and soft tannins. As the demand for authentic and terroir-driven wines continues to grow, Napa Valley remains a leader in the natural wine movement, offering a taste of its rich terroir and commitment to sustainable winemaking with every bottle.