Domaine Carneros Avant-Garde Pinot Noir features a delicate note of rose petal followed by sweet cherries, red raspberry, warm oak, and baking spice. It was created to be the vanguard of the vintage, heralding the distinctive bright berry qualities of the Carneros Region. The fruit for this wine is sourced from all five Domaine Carneros vineyards in the rolling hills of Carneros.

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. 

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, diverse exposure, and exceptional soils. This edition offers notes of ripe plum, wild berries, delicate cigar spice, and carob nibs.

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.

The Lawler Ranch vineyard is located on Ramal Road just east of our Tula Vista vineyard. The eastern facing slopes were originally planted in 1990, and then grafted to Dijon Clones in 2004. The defining feature of this wine is its savory character. Cedar, sassfras, orange zest, and wild fennel are all featured in the nose.