Chateau St. Jean is Sonoma’s first and foremost champion of single vineyard designated wines, founded around a concept cherished for centuries in Europe but new to California – terroir (pronounced “ter wahr”). This French word has no direct translation in English. Nevertheless, it speaks volumes about how each vineyard’s unique combination of climate, soil and growing conditions determine a grape’s flavor and intensity. To achieve Chateau St. Jean single vineyard designation, the grapes must consistently exhibit exceptional varietal character. The superior quality of the vineyards must be proven, vintage after vintage.

Robert Young Vineyard Chardonnay
Tucked in a sheltered cove at the northern end of Alexander Valley, the Robert Young Vineyard has a long history of growing superior Chardonnay grapes in its fine alluvial loam soils. The wine is fermented and aged sure lie in small French oak barrels for up to 14 months.

• Signature non-malolactic style for intense fruit flavor
• Finesse, elegance and complexity
• Aged-worthy Chardonnay

Belle Terre Vineyard Chardonnay
Planted in the heart of Alexander Valley and cooled by fog from the nearby Russian River, Belle Terre Vineyard (“Beautiful Land”) captures the classic essence of this premier Chardonnay appellation. This wine is 100% fermented in French oak barrels and goes through secondary malolactic fermentation.

• Secondary malolactic fermentation adds buttery character
• Forward fruit flavors balanced with creamy oak
• Rich, intense crème brulée aromas

La Petite Etoile Vineyard Fume Blanc
La Petite Etoile Vineyard (“The Little Star”) is in the rolling hills of the northern Russian River corridor. Lingering morning fog and afternoon sea breezes make this the perfect home for growing low-vigor Sauvignon Blanc. Oak aging in small French cooperage adds depth and elegance.

• Intense citrus, lemon-grass, melon flavors with a crisp finish
• Smoky oak notes for complexity
• Lively, refreshing mouthfeel

Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir
Located in the southwestern foothills of Sonoma Valley nearby the cool Carneros region, the Pinot Noir from Durell Vineyard was planted in 1980. Benefiting from a long growing season, this Pinot Noir is delicately handled following the traditional techniques from Burgundy in order to retain its sensational fruit character.

• Aromas of dried cranberries, plums, rose petals, brown spice and bacon
• Gorgeous, velvety, seductive texture
• Impeccably balanced, exotic and delicious