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Jancis on Bordeaux & Beyond

January 12, 2023

Jancis Robinson writes an interesting reflection on a topic that keeps many Bordeaux producers up at night.  There seems to be a widening gap between the top end Bordeaux producers, […]

Forbes calls out Chateau Montelena as “An American Icon”

May 13, 2022

Writer Brian Freedman had the pleasure of attending a 2 hour Zoom call and tasting with Bo Barrett, owner of Chateau Montelena and Matt Crafton, the winemaker.  He noted “Chateau […]

Wine Icon Bo Barrett of Chateau Montelena Co-Hosts Wine Dinner

April 22, 2022

Bob McGinn of Sarasota Magazine recounts a recent wine dinner at MichaelsWine Cellar,  in Sarasota Florida. He notes that rarely at wine dinners do you get to meet someone from […]

The California wines every collector wants to have in their cellar

December 17, 2021

Christie’s Auction House included Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon in a story about the California wineries that every collector wants to have in their cellar – especially given the winery’s […]

The Best Booze Gifts for the Home Bartender in Your Life

November 18, 2021

Vice included Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 in a round up of the best wine & spirits gifts to give this season. The writer admits that while gifting wine […]

The Ultimate 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for Friends, Family, Coworkers and Beyond

November 16, 2021

Leading entertainment publication Life & Style included a trio three flagship Chateau Montelena wines in its annual gift guide. The writer notes that the 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 Napa […]

Now’s Your Chance to Get Napa Valley Wine in the Hamptons

August 13, 2021

Gotham and Hamptons magazines wrote a dedicated story that highlights Chateau Montelena’s partnership with full-service vacation rental company, StayMarquis, including details on the exclusive tasting experiences and bottling packages now […]

Managing Old & New Vines

July 26, 2021

GuildSomm, a nonprofit organization for wine professionals that promotes education and community, featured Chateau Montelena on a recent podcast, “Managing Old & New Vines.” Bryce Wiatrack interviewed Chateau Montelena Winemaker […]