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Quintessa

Quintessa

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Chilean vintners Agustin and Valeria Huneeus built this 280-acre Rutherford estate around a single pursuit: one great wine. Quintessa is a Bordeaux-style blend that may draw on all five estate varietals — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Carménère — with each of its 26 blocks farmed organically and Biodynamically and vinified individually so the terroir does the talking. Estate tastings are by reservation.

$$$ · $75+Scenic viewsHas wine clubNatural wineQuiet escapeFocus on redsOld-world charmFamily-run
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Varietals

Cabernet SauvignonMerlotCabernet FrancPetit VerdotCarménère

When to go

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know

Quintessa focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Carménère. Signature bottles include Quintessa, Illumination. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Quintessa offers vineyard tours. Options include: Quintessential Experience and Member Gatherings. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Quintessa is in St Helena, CA, in the Rutherford wine region. Phone: (707) 286-2730. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Quintessa is led by Agustin Huneeus, Valeria Huneeus. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
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Location

St Helena, CA, United States of America

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