Our Estate Brut is a small cuvée comprised only of grapes grown in our own vineyards. In 2009 we made our first prototype of this cuvée and we were so pleased with the results that we committed to produce it on an ongoing basis exclusively for our Wine Club members and winery guests.

Our Château Society Members inspired us to initiate this Single Vineyard Sparkling Series and we’ve crafted it exclusively for them. This inaugural Single Vineyard Cuvée is the first in a series showcasing the distinctive terroir of our Carneros estate vineyards. Starting with the 2014 vintage, we have selected fruit from a single vineyard each year that truly exemplifies its site, wholly and vividly. These are special wines: finely detailed singular portraits of each of the five vineyards that comprise our symphonic Estate Brut.

We are excited to welcome the third release of this intriguing wine composed of Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Aromas of lemon, yuzu, pear and toasted coconut lead into a round and luscious palate displaying notes of honeydew melon. 

Each year we put the spotlight on one of the twelve 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. This wine has a fascinating appearance, it presents brilliant clarity despite the fact that it never underwent any racking, fining or filtration.

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 300 acres of Estate vineyards, passion for Pinot Noir, and dedication to artisan winemaking methods make The Famous Gate a wine worth seeking.

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. The 2016 edition of our Estate Pinot Noir packs a full range of red and darker berry flavors.