Coquerel
Coquerel operates in Calistoga, the volcanic heart of Napa Valley where intense heat and mineral-rich soils shape distinctive wines. The winery's portfolio centers on three core expressions: Le Petite Sirah, a dark and structured wine from the Petite Sirah grape; Le Petit Coquerel Sauvignon Blanc, a crisp white; and Cabernet Sauvignon. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have both assessed the winery's output. The Petite Sirah leads the range in critical reception, followed closely by the Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet. Calistoga's terroir—marked by volcanic ash, heat spikes, and mineral complexity—lends these wines their character: the Petite Sirah gains density and dark fruit intensity, while the Sauvignon Blanc captures the region's ability to balance ripeness with acidity. The Cabernet rounds the portfolio with the structure expected of the variety in this warm, well-drained site.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate