A philosophy of blending sets Clos du Val apart from our Napa Valley neighbors, but that is not why we blend. We blend because it reveals character and character unlocks enjoyment. In short, blending is why Clos du Val was created and why Clos du Val still exists today. A blended wine is the culmination of a million little moments that are only revealed when you pull the cork. The beauty of blended expressions is more than a winemaking technique; it is our cultural inheritance, the intention that bridges from founding winemaker Bernard Portet to our gifted winemaker Carmel Greenberg today.
Clos du Val's Hirondelle estate-grown wines exemplify the beauty of blended expressions. They are a testament to a half-century of intentional farming and devotion to the land. Situated in a cool 'valley within a valley,' conditions prevail for gradual ripening of flavor and freshness. The variety of soils that fan out across Hirondelle are carefully planted to the five Bordeaux varieties, and the quality of each soil profile perfectly complements each grape's character.
A tribute to our founding matriarch, Henrietta Goelet, Yettalil is the fullest expression of our Stags Leap District Estate. A blend of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine is supported by Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot.
A wine focused on the unique traits of our Hirondelle Estate since our very first vintage, Clos du Val’s Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is shared with visitors to our estate and our members.
It was only a matter of time before we crafted a wine that allowed Cabernet Franc to shine. A favorite of Clos du Val enthusiasts and devotées, our Estate Cabernet Franc is a true insider’s favorite.
Even as the aperture widens, we focus on understanding the ground beneath our boots and farming intentionally and harmoniously with nature. Our estate vineyards reach beyond our home in the Stags Leap District, contributing to our Napa Valley bottlings. This wider lens allows us to bring the beauty of blended expressions to a broader range of fresh, elegant, and timeless wines.
A singular white wine: refreshing, delightful, and radiant. True to our Bordeaux heritage, we craft a Sauvignon Blanc and blend it with the texturally alluring grape Sémillon.
Enjoy a drop of history in your glass. In every vintage since 1972, we have crafted our Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley. More than a wine, it is our story.
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“In the early ‘80s, my grandfather, John Goelet, commissioned cartoonist Ronald Searle to create a series of illustrations capturing the quirks and charm of the wine world. John and Ronald had become close friends through their shared love of the arts and humor and wanted to bring joy and laughter to the world of wine. I remember fondly my childhood leafing through a series of books that documented these illustrations. Something I keep at my desk as a reminder that wine should never be taken too seriously and that humor will always liven the mood. We wanted to share this as a way of remembering my grandfather, and bring some joy and humor to our world of wine without compromising the focus and attention we bring to our craft.”
–Olav Goelet, Third-Generation Owner