2017 Swanson Merlot, Napa Valley, California, USASituated on fluvial soils deposited from the ever changing course of the Napa River, this vineyard benefits from good drainage, perfect sun exposure and readily available nutrients. The vines are set upon quad trellising to protect the grapes from too much sun exposure allowing for a long hang time, with plenty of time for the grapes to ripen to their full potential.

The Naveran family legacy began in 1901 and today

including the introduction of sustainable farming practices into the vineyards

After the alcoholic fermentation at an average temperature of 13 degrees and racking process

The subsoil consists of fine alluvial river sediment

Together we look to make wines of high quality in a way that best showcases the sense of place where the grapes are grown and the personality of the vineyard

Founded in 1850 in the village of Saint-Satur

Sylvain Dittière learnt the ropes with influential winemakers: from Gauby to Thierry Germain

found himself making wine at the age of 16 in the place of his father who had died years earlier

90% neutral oak for 8 months

The 1987 vintage marked the entry of Rgis into the domaineon a full-time basis and he became fully responsible for all aspects ofproduction and winemaking with the 1989 vintage

and the vineyard and winery triage is quite severe

a long and complex process for a great wine