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Quintessa

Quintessa

About Quintessa

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.

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Tasting Experiences

Varietals

Cabernet SauvignonMerlotCabernet FrancPetit VerdotCarménère

Visiting Quintessa

Tasting fee
$125 per person
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome
Tasting room
Open to visitors

Checked against the winery’s website on September 3, 2026.

When to visit Quintessa

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 about Quintessa

Yes, Quintessa has a tasting room open to visitors.
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.
A tasting at Quintessa costs $125 per person, as listed on the winery's own website on September 3, 2026. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
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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Where to find Quintessa

1601 Silverado Trail S
St Helena, CA, United States of America

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