Clos de Napa
Clos de Napa produces wines from Rutherford, the heart of Napa Valley's Cabernet country. The winery's portfolio centers on two principal varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Reserve Pinot Noir represent the upper tier of the range, while a standard Cabernet Sauvignon rounds out the core offerings. Rutherford's gravelly, well-drained soils and warm days tempered by marine influence create conditions suited to ripe, structured reds. Cabernet Sauvignon from this appellation typically shows dark fruit, firm tannins, and aging potential. Pinot Noir, more delicate in character, benefits from the region's diurnal temperature swings. Both Decanter and Wine Enthusiast have assessed the winery's releases.
Critics
Decanter, Wine Enthusiast