Introduction toRobert Mondavi Winery

Founding Principles Vineyards

To Kalon Stags Leap AVA Wappo Hill

To Kalon Cellar Director of Winemaking: Genevieve Janssens Wines

Napa Valley Tier District Tier Reserve Tier

Summary Additional Resources

Presentation Overview

Robert Mondavi founded the winery in 1966

He believed that Napa Valley could produce wines that belonged in the company of the world’s finest

Robert Mondavi believed that wine and food accompanied by the arts is a pathway to gracious living

The Winery is a leader in promoting fine Napa Valley wines for over 40 years

Additional Information Sally Bernstein 1995 interview with

Robert and Margrit Mondavi (27.13 min) first 11 minutes about history and wine,food and arts

Marisa D’Vari 1998 interview with Robert Mondavi, part 1 (9:22 min)

Robert Mondavi tribute video (8:33 min)

Founding Principles

Exceptional Vineyards

To Kalon vineyard is located in the northwest cornerof the Oakville AVA*

To Kalon means “the beautiful” or “the good” in Greek

Recognized as one of the great Cabernet Sauvignonvineyards in the world

* AVA = American Viticultural Area

Additional Information Oakville growers interactive map ;

connects vineyards and wineries located primarily in Oakville AVA

Hover over the AVAs to learn more; advance to next slide when ready

To Kalon Vineyard

Bale clay loam soils are perfect for Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc

A mix of old vineyard blocks and new high density blocks produce grapes with amazing depths of flavor

Additional Information Oakville Winegrowers website:

Oakville history, soil, climate Goosecross Cellars Oakville AVA

post http://goosecross.com/2009/06/oakville-ava/

Stags Leap AVA

Wappo Hill Vineyard is a 400-acre estate located in the Stags Leap district

Renowned for excellent Cabernet Sauvignon and

Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Additional Information Stags Leap District Winegrowers

interactive map

Wappo Hill Vineyard

Higher volcanic component in soil than Oakville

Creates red wines with softer tannins and slightly higher acidity

Wappo Hill Vineyard is the primary source of Sauvignon Blanc for our Napa Valley Fumé Blanc

To Kalon Cellar

Completed in 2000, the gravity flow design and hand-sorting ensure gentle handling of the fruit and wine

Oak fermenters provide temperature stability during fermentation and maceration

The tanks also soften tannins and add structure, creating elegant and complex Cabernet Sauvignon

Genevieve Janssens

Director of Winemaking at Robert Mondavi Winery since 1997

Two decades of experience in Oakville have given Genevieve a unique perspective on Oakville grapes

Additional Information Video

interview with Genevieve about Robert Mondavi

Napa Valley Wines

3 distinct tiers of wines: Napa Valley, District and Reserve

Napa Valley wines include Fumé Blanc,Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon

Designed to showcase each varietal

Additional Information Robert Mondavi Winery

Napa Valley wine profiles

Napa Valley Fumé Blanc

Robert Mondavi Winery’s signature white wine

Created in 1966 to differentiate dry, barrel-aged Sauvignon Blanc from the sweeter styles popular at the time

Vibrant citrus and tropical fruit flavors characterize this complex, sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc

Additional Information Robert Mondavi Winery Napa

Valley wine profiles

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

This classic Napa Valley wine reflects the strengths of the Napa Valley vineyards

Layers of blackberry, black plum and cassis with a hint of cedar

French oak aged and includes Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot and Merlot to add complexity

Additional Information Robert Mondavi Winery Napa

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Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon

District tier wines focus on distinctive flavor profiles from different sub-regions of Napa Valley

Fermented in the To Kalon Cellar French oak tanks

Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon offers open, structured tannins and rich black fruit flavors

Additional Information Robert Mondavi Winery Napa

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Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

The Reserve is the benchmark for Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon wines

Oak tank fermentation allows wines to be enjoyed young, while offering cellar-aging potential

The Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is among the top wines in the world and is sought after by collectors

Additional Information Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley

wine profiles

Fume Blanc Reserve

Flavors of jasmine tea, exotic spice and tropical fruit

Made from 100% To Kalon grapes; barrel fermentation and Semillon add richness and texture

Wine Spectator called this wine “focused and vibrant”

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Other Reserve Wines

Chardonnay Reserve is barrel fermented with opulent tropical fruit, pineapple, fig and spice flavors

Pinot Noir Reserve is aged 12 months in Burgundian barrels and has dense black cherry, rose, forest earth, vanilla and warm spice flavors

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Summary Robert Mondavi Winery has

been producing world class wines since 1966

The To Kalon Vineyard is located in the Oakville AVA

The Wappo Hill Vineyard, in the Stags Leap AVA, is noted for soft tannins in its Cabernet Sauvignon

There are 3 tiers of wines: Napa Valley, District and Reserve

Robert Mondavi created the first Fumé Blanc, a dry Sauvignon Blanc with oak fermentation

Robert Mondavi Winery website Robert Mondavi Winery brand reference Robert Mondavi Winery mobile wine profiles Constellation Wines website Constellation Academy of Wine website Oakville Winegrowers website Stags Leap District Growers website

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