Tognetti Family Winery Chardonnay is 100% grown on our family vineyard in the Los Carneros region of the Napa Valley. Our vineyard is uniquely situated at a bend in the Carneros Creek that feeds into the nearby San Pablo Bay and makes this the ideal place to grow our Chardonnay grapes. The dark loamy-clay and morning fogs and plentiful rainfall allows the vines to produce wonderful fruit from selected Chardonnay varietals that perfectly match the soil and climate.
Our 2014 single vineyard Chardonnay is grown on our family owned property in the Los Carneros region of Napa Valley. The depth and complexity of the wine evokes a classical French style. The wine is aged in French oak barrels that blend layers of aroma and flavor which gently linger for a harmonious finish.
Light gold in color, the aromas of tropical fruit with a refreshing hint of citrus are balanced by hazelnut and fresh baked bread on the nose. The taste of sweet pineapple and crisp citrus combine with mild acidity, mineral tones, and a smooth vanilla crème brûlée finish in this well-balanced wine.
Vintage Notes
2014 was another warm dry year which resulted in perfect growing conditions for the grapes. The combination of the wet clay pan providing nutrition and warm sun encouraging growth resulted a perfectly ripe crop. Once again the grapes were bursting with juice which allowed us to utilize an extra light press and work with only the highest quality juice.
Specs
Vintage: 2014
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Los Carneros, Napa
Alcohol: 13.9%
Aging: 12 Months, 100% French Oak, 40% New
Production: 353 Cases
Harvest Month: September
Ageability: 5-7 Years
What’s Included
2-bottles:
2x 2014 Tognetti Los Carneros Chardonnay, Aloise Francisco Vineyards, Napa Valley
Case:
12x 2014 Tognetti Los Carneros Chardonnay, Aloise Francisco Vineyards, Napa Valley
The Tognetti family wine story began in 1964 when John F. Tognetti (Jack) purchased land in the Carneros region of the Napa valley. Over the next few years Jack would work to upgrade the property, which was an orchard at the time. In 1980, he began planting Chardonnay grapes on his farm and never looked back. Jack called his vineyard Aloise Francisco Vineyard which is the combination of him and his wife Camille’s middle names. Always a farmer at heart, he was more interested in growing and selling his grapes than making wine. The first winery to use them in their wines was Swanson Vineyards. Jack’s grapes would be used in their Chardonnay for years until eventually it was time for a change. Jack would begin selling his grapes to Schramsberg where they would be used in a number of their sparkling wines including J.Schram and even a label with the Tognetti name. To this day, at the age of 104, Jack can still be found at the vineyard everyday and the majority of his crop is still sold to Schramsberg to be made into award winning sparkling wine.
Tognetti Family Winery was founded in 2012 by Jack’s son Robert Tognetti. Robert grew up helping his father on his farm and was always interested in the wine industry. His career would bring him around the world but he never lost his love for wine or the desire to start a winery in the family name. In 2010 Robert did a second picking of his father’s vineyard with his two sons, Michael and Matthew, to produce a small amount of wine that was enjoyed by family and friends. Then, in 2012, with the help of his wife Wendy and their children Michael, Matthew, Christina, and Jenny, Robert made his dream a reality. After years of hard work our wine is made for you to enjoy.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Tognetti Family Winery Los Carneros Chardonnay
2 bottles for $49.99 $25/bottle + $4/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $199.99 $16.67/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
I’m finishing up notes this evening, so they may not quite read as complete, but hopefully help you out in your decision today!
The color of this wine I’d probably call “golden straw” if I’m trying to be poetic. It’s a deeper yellow than I often see, which I think you expect as the wine picks up some age. The color comes out much better against a window, than a paper backdrop, and I hope it shows well through the condensation.
Right out of the bottle, the aroma is, white fruit, I’d say. I have a hard time with identifying specific fruit flavors or scents, so that’s about the best you’ll get from me, I’m afraid. I also detect a sweet wood note that I always get on older whites that saw time in barrels. It’s not strong though, and I’ve had a couple over-oaked chardonnay after a few years where that becomes overwhelming.
I’ve decided while this sweet woody is nice in the aroma, it’s less nice in the flavor. Fortunately, while I do detect of bit of this as I taste this glass, it is subdued. In the mouth I would say, aside from that touch of wood, this wine does not taste like it’s approaching seven years old. The fruit is still significant in the flavor, and the acidity helps make it pop. I get a bit of a sharp bite, but not a big bite; this seems pretty well balanced to me. I quite enjoy it.
Now, I opened this bottle straight out of my wine fridge, at about 56°F. With the first glass I put down that the mouthfeel seems a little thin. This changes with later glasses, as the wine warms up. It seems richer and fuller, and the aroma and flavor comes out better. I like this more at warmer temperatures… I think I’d suggest chilling it slightly, maybe to 65°F, but honestly I think it’s better between that and 70.
I may be have some oddball tastes when it comes to temperature and wine. I certainly like my beer a lot warmer than most… maybe it’s my German heritage.
One final note, I do not taste much “heat” from the alcohol in this wine, but as it gets warmer I do detect it in the nose.
I’m not sure when this would have been originally released (maybe 2016 or 17?), but I would say it’s made to age well. I have the same problems with a lack of space so many of us seem to have, but I’m considering this, especially at the case price I see. Wow.
I also like the Casemates sticker on the rat bottles! It’s a nice touch.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2014 Tognetti Family Winery Los Carneros Chardonnay - $100 = 33.32%
94 Points. Editors’ Choice. Longtime growers, most notably to Schramsberg, which still gets the majority of the grapes, the Tognettis have just begun to make wine of their own, and this one is stellar. Classic barrel tones give it depth and breadth, but never dominate, allowing juicy pear and spicy lemon acidity to do all the talking. VB 9/1/16
Saying age ability 5-7 years and the wine doesn’t taste like it is 7yrs. Is that suggesting that it wouldn’t be wise to let it sit much longer?
Interested, but curious of the above. Anyone in eastern SC split?
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC This is a good question, and one I am not equipped to answer. I have very little experience with aged white wines. I’ve had a couple not-so-well-aged, this old, or older, which were obviously past (one WAY past) their prime. which is basically my basis for saying “this doesn’t taste like it’s approaching seven years old.”
The aged whites I really like so far have been all roussanne or roussanne blends… this is the first chardonnay I’d give a thumbs-up to. But at only about seven years, I dunno how much farther it’ll go.
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC@veevandyke The 2014 absolutely has another 1-2 years of ageability. Our wines are all made with the intention to age and enjoy over time. The 2014 is actually our favorite to enjoy right now. Thanks for your consideration. Enjoy and cheers! -Christina Tognetti
@Cerridwyn@PLSemenza@rjquillin Like the way you think! There is nothing like opening the first glass of wine in a new home. Thanks for your consideration and good luck with the move. Cheers! -Christina Tognetti
@Winedavid
In for a case sounds interesting, and I do like a 2.5% cellar ratio to my reds. photogenic-cluttered-crab
Thanks WineDavid for what looks like a super deal. (Anyway I can ship that ‘mystery case’ back for a partial exchange on this one??)
$25 a bottle for 2 vs $16* case price indicates a desire to dump This is not Chateau Montelena and unless I could consume a case before fall - I’m out.
@netcommsyn Thanks for your note! You are certainly right, we are not Chateau Montelena and never will be although a girl can dream! We are a very small family business and while we are working with Casemates to sell wine, our intention is to reach a broader audience, showcase how delicious an aged Chardonnay can taste with exceptional fruit, and share our wine and story with new folks who appreciate fine wine! Thanks for your consideration and hope you get a chance to enjoy some of our wines soon! Cheers, Christina Tognetti
@netcommsyn@TognettiWines
So for those of us that do appreciate some aged Chard, do you have opinions on where this currently is and where it may go in xx years?
I see at least some was purchased in San Diego County if a couple bottles are available.
@netcommsyn@rjquillin@TognettiWines Yeah, this falls into the category of “I’d love to try a bottle” but can’t justify a purchase at the moment.
And @netcommsyn, remember that the per-bottle cost to ship a 2-pack is probably 5x that for a case. The “shipping charge” gets nowhere close to covering shipping and part of the case discount is the added savings from shipping a case!
2014 Tognetti Los Carneros Chardonnay, Aloise Francisco Vineyards, Napa Valley
94 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Editors’ Choice, Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
Vintage Notes
Specs
What’s Included
2-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
$660/Case at Tognetti Family Winery for 2x 2014 Tognetti Los Carneros Chardonnay, Aloise Francisco Vineyards, Napa Valley
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Thursday, Aug 5 - Monday, Aug 9
Tognetti Family Winery Los Carneros Chardonnay
2 bottles for $49.99 $25/bottle + $4/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $199.99 $16.67/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2014 Tognetti Los Carneros Chardonnay, Aloise Francisco Vineyards
Hello, hello, mates!
I’m finishing up notes this evening, so they may not quite read as complete, but hopefully help you out in your decision today!
The color of this wine I’d probably call “golden straw” if I’m trying to be poetic. It’s a deeper yellow than I often see, which I think you expect as the wine picks up some age. The color comes out much better against a window, than a paper backdrop, and I hope it shows well through the condensation.
Right out of the bottle, the aroma is, white fruit, I’d say. I have a hard time with identifying specific fruit flavors or scents, so that’s about the best you’ll get from me, I’m afraid. I also detect a sweet wood note that I always get on older whites that saw time in barrels. It’s not strong though, and I’ve had a couple over-oaked chardonnay after a few years where that becomes overwhelming.
I’ve decided while this sweet woody is nice in the aroma, it’s less nice in the flavor. Fortunately, while I do detect of bit of this as I taste this glass, it is subdued. In the mouth I would say, aside from that touch of wood, this wine does not taste like it’s approaching seven years old. The fruit is still significant in the flavor, and the acidity helps make it pop. I get a bit of a sharp bite, but not a big bite; this seems pretty well balanced to me. I quite enjoy it.
Now, I opened this bottle straight out of my wine fridge, at about 56°F. With the first glass I put down that the mouthfeel seems a little thin. This changes with later glasses, as the wine warms up. It seems richer and fuller, and the aroma and flavor comes out better. I like this more at warmer temperatures… I think I’d suggest chilling it slightly, maybe to 65°F, but honestly I think it’s better between that and 70.
I may be have some oddball tastes when it comes to temperature and wine. I certainly like my beer a lot warmer than most… maybe it’s my German heritage.
One final note, I do not taste much “heat” from the alcohol in this wine, but as it gets warmer I do detect it in the nose.
I’m not sure when this would have been originally released (maybe 2016 or 17?), but I would say it’s made to age well. I have the same problems with a lack of space so many of us seem to have, but I’m considering this, especially at the case price I see. Wow.
I also like the Casemates sticker on the rat bottles! It’s a nice touch.
KC-area folks, let me know if you’re interested in a case split…
@worbx Thank you for the report. The glass & bottle look so refreshing.
@WCCWineGirl You’re welcome, and thank you for the opportunity to rat! I hope this helped some folks, and I did indeed find it refreshing.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations)
2014 Tognetti Family Winery Los Carneros Chardonnay - $100 = 33.32%
and that Enthusiast review…
94 Points. Editors’ Choice. Longtime growers, most notably to Schramsberg, which still gets the majority of the grapes, the Tognettis have just begun to make wine of their own, and this one is stellar. Classic barrel tones give it depth and breadth, but never dominate, allowing juicy pear and spicy lemon acidity to do all the talking. VB 9/1/16
A couple blurbs here:
http://www.napawineproject.com/tognetti-family-winery/
https://napavalleyregister.com/wine/jack-tognetti-at-a-farmer-s-perspective-on-grapes-and/article_cee0140a-47c1-5f83-a0f4-824fa8a42407.html
fwiw
@kaolis Thanks for sharing!
-Christina Tognetti
@TognettiWines can’t wait to try it, thanks for showing on CM!
Ok any of PDX mates. Splits? Sounds like a great Chardonnay
@douglasp60
You wont be disappointed! Let me know if I can answer any questions for you. Thanks for your consideration! -Christina Tognetti
Saying age ability 5-7 years and the wine doesn’t taste like it is 7yrs. Is that suggesting that it wouldn’t be wise to let it sit much longer?
Interested, but curious of the above. Anyone in eastern SC split?
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC This is a good question, and one I am not equipped to answer. I have very little experience with aged white wines. I’ve had a couple not-so-well-aged, this old, or older, which were obviously past (one WAY past) their prime. which is basically my basis for saying “this doesn’t taste like it’s approaching seven years old.”
The aged whites I really like so far have been all roussanne or roussanne blends… this is the first chardonnay I’d give a thumbs-up to. But at only about seven years, I dunno how much farther it’ll go.
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC That said, I expect “5–7 years” is from release, not from vintage. But now probably is about five years from release.
@worbx thanks for the reply! Good to know. I reckon it would get consumed within a year so not too concerning then
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC I’m Columbia. Not too far if you’re interested in a split!
@LJeAYsy4LoqxEC @veevandyke The 2014 absolutely has another 1-2 years of ageability. Our wines are all made with the intention to age and enjoy over time. The 2014 is actually our favorite to enjoy right now. Thanks for your consideration. Enjoy and cheers! -Christina Tognetti
/giphy undervalued-melancholy-boar
I’m drooling
But I’m also moving
So no vino for me
@Cerridwyn Ship a case to your new dig’s - Happy house warming party to yourself…
@PLSemenza
Have to have an address first.
@Cerridwyn @PLSemenza
local UPS store should do
@Cerridwyn @PLSemenza @rjquillin Like the way you think! There is nothing like opening the first glass of wine in a new home. Thanks for your consideration and good luck with the move.
Cheers! -Christina Tognetti
That case discount does make this interesting, but not the twin.
I’d be interested in three of four if anyone(s) would take the rest.
@rjquillin Thanks for your consideration, hope you enjoy our wine. Cheers! -Christina Tognetti
@Winedavid
In for a case sounds interesting, and I do like a 2.5% cellar ratio to my reds. photogenic-cluttered-crab
Thanks WineDavid for what looks like a super deal.
(Anyway I can ship that ‘mystery case’ back for a partial exchange on this one??)
$25 a bottle for 2 vs $16* case price indicates a desire to dump This is not Chateau Montelena and unless I could consume a case before fall - I’m out.
@netcommsyn Thanks for your note! You are certainly right, we are not Chateau Montelena and never will be although a girl can dream!
We are a very small family business and while we are working with Casemates to sell wine, our intention is to reach a broader audience, showcase how delicious an aged Chardonnay can taste with exceptional fruit, and share our wine and story with new folks who appreciate fine wine! Thanks for your consideration and hope you get a chance to enjoy some of our wines soon! Cheers, Christina Tognetti
@netcommsyn @TognettiWines
So for those of us that do appreciate some aged Chard, do you have opinions on where this currently is and where it may go in xx years?
I see at least some was purchased in San Diego County if a couple bottles are available.
@TognettiWines definitely a great way to spotlight wines nationally.
@netcommsyn @rjquillin @TognettiWines Yeah, this falls into the category of “I’d love to try a bottle” but can’t justify a purchase at the moment.
And @netcommsyn, remember that the per-bottle cost to ship a 2-pack is probably 5x that for a case. The “shipping charge” gets nowhere close to covering shipping and part of the case discount is the added savings from shipping a case!
/giphy dingy-hissing-sprite
Anyone in San Antonio, TX or planing to visit want to split a case? I’m super curious about this one.
@kolme I am. I just ordered a case.