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Kongsgaard

“John Kongsgaard is in search of the Holy Grail and these are the most interesting, naturally made wines one will find on Planet Earth.”
-Robert Parker

As a fifth-generation Napa native, winemaker and proprietor John Kongsgaard understand how to make highly renowned wines. Having previously made wine for estates such as Newton, Luna, and Arietta, John’s resume is just one of the many aspects of Kongsgaard Wine’s success. The wines have received numerous accolades from critics, including 100 point score from Robert Parker for the 2013 vintage of The Judge Chardonnay. Their 150-acre Atlas Peak estate allows Kongsgaard to get their grapes from one of the three highest vineyards in all of Napa Country. This elevation not only allows for captivating views but also cool-climate, European-style wines that are compelling for every occasion.

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2013
3 In Stock
750ml
WA98
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Tasting Notes

WA98
Kongsgaard also makes an amazing Syrah from a clone he obviously knows a lot about, because it does remind one of a great Côte-Rôtie such as Guigal’s La Landonne. Both the 2014 and 2013 are just loaded with notes of beef blood, grilled steak, raw beef, chocolate, asphalt, truffle and black olive tapenade. The 2013 has even more body and richness, and is a dead ringer for a great Côte-Rôtie from Guigal, especially one with no Viognier in it. It is pure meat, blood and black fruits. Drink it over the next 15-20 years, although I found it irresistible when I tasted it.

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