Domaine Carneros

The 2014 edition of our Limited Barrel Selection is made up of the nine best barrels in the cellar, which yielded just 224 cases of this very special wine.  Perfect ripeness, integration and balance come together with French oak barrel aging to produce a wine with magnificent presence and gravitas - along with grace and suppleness which are hallmarks of Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir.

We call it "Le Ciel Serein" and it just might be the most picturesque ranch in Carneros. This site was selected for its rolling hills and exceptional soils, developed between 2002 and 2004 it has been carefully planted to a wide variety of Pinot Noir clones. Year after year it has proven itself by consistently delivering lush, aromatic, and exciting Pinot Noir.

Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir begins in our four sustainably farmed Estate Vineyards, which are all located within four miles of the Château.  We grow eleven different clones of Pinot Noir and each one contributes its unique flavor profile and personality to make this compelling blend which is truly a mosaic of our Carneros terroir.  This full bodied Pinot packs a full range of red and darker berry flavors and a vibrant acidity from beginning to end.  

Le Rêve is our winery's finest Sparkling wine and frequently named America's best Sparkling.  French for "the dream,"  Le Rêve is crafted from 100% estate grown Chardonnay.  This edition displays lovely notes of white flowers, Meyer lemon, and a hint of pineapple with a toasty aroma.  The palate opens to honeysuckle and Crème brûlée and leads to a round and long finish. 

Louisiana residents: We regret that compliance restrictions limit us from being able to ship this wine to you.

Our Estate Brut is a small cuvée comprised only of grapes grown in our own vineyards. The wine was aged a full three plus years in our cellar.  We love this wine now, but know it has exceptional further aging potential.

Le Rêve is a highly respected tête de cuvée - our winery’s finest Sparkling wine and frequently named America’s Best Sparkling. French for “the dream,” Le Rêve is crafted from 100% estate-grown Chardonnay, making it a pure expression of Domaine Carneros.

The “Famous Gate” pays homage to our deep commitment to Pinot Noir. For the past 25 years, we’ve carefully cultivated 12 separate clonal selections in a wide variety of soils, providing a complex range of Pinot Noir expressions. Our passion for Pinot Noir and dedication to artisan winemaking methods make the Famous Gate a wine worth seeking. 

Each year we put the spotlight on one of the sixteen different Pinot Noir clones grown at Domaine Carneros by bottling it separately. We first bottled the Pommard clone (aka UCD 5) separately in 2009, and since then we have kept our eye on this consistent performer.