Established in 1982, St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery is a renowned Napa Valley Winery that comprises over 1600 acres across three Napa Valley vineyards, all dedicated to producing 100 percent estate-grown wines. The entire property, including the vineyards, winery operations, and culinary gardens, is certified Napa Green, one of the wine industry’s most comprehensive environmental accreditations. This certification covers every aspect of winemaking, from soil to bottle, and requires continuous improvement and maintenance, demonstrating the winery’s commitment to preserving the environment for future generations.
The sustainable Rutherford winery prides itself on specializing in producing Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and red Bordeaux varietals, but it takes special pride in cultivating its outstanding Sauvignon Blanc. Notably, its Sauvignon Blanc vineyards grow 9.4 percent of the total Sauvignon Blanc in Napa Valley. Many of these vines grow between 600 and 1100 feet high at Dollarhide Vineyard, where the cool night air gives the fruit a bright acidity, one of its hallmarks.
St. Supéry offers a variety of tasting experiences, each designed to be both enjoyable and enlightening. From the Winemaker’s Selection to the seasonally offered Harvest Live! Tour and Tasting, guests are provided with a deeper understanding of the winemaking process. The tour takes guests through the picking decisions, fruit sorting, and fermentations, providing firsthand knowledge of the process.
Subsequently, after the tour, guests enjoy a seated tasting of three exquisite estate wines, complemented by a unique fourth selection based on the weekly focus estate vineyard, providing them with a comprehensive experience. This is a chance for guests to experience the winemaking process and enhance their wine knowledge.
Taste of the Estate is a luxurious seated tasting of four estate wines, each expertly paired with a delectable, season-inspired dish featuring farm-to-table produce from the Estate Culinary Garden. This immersive tasting is a delicious educational experience to help understand sustainable winemaking practices and innovative pairings.
Likewise, From Grape to Garden focuses on the rich flavors of the Estate Culinary Garden and its handpicked local produce during a seated tasting of four estate wines paired with vegetarian dishes, harmonizing the wines with the freshness of the garden.
Winemaker Michael Scholz, a seasoned professional, moved to California from Australia’s renowned Barossa Valley. Scholz firmly believes that excellent wine originates in the vineyard, so when he joined St. Supéry in 1996, he collaborated closely with the vineyard manager on a comprehensive replanting initiative. The goal was to match specific grape varieties with the ideal blocks, emphasizing Bordeaux classics and solidifying St. Supéry’s distinctive style.
St. Supéry’s excellence in sustainability, harvest-focused wine tastings and pairings, and expertise with Bordeaux varietals, particularly Sauvignon Blanc, make this Rutherford winery a must-visit destination.
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