Ashes & Diamonds Grand Vin No. 1

Ashes & Diamonds Winery is a love letter to Napa Valley as it was when it took the world stage in the 1960s, revealing itself, along with Santa Cruz, as a geological wonderland capable of world-class wines. Located at the gateway of Napa Valley, along its main artery, Highway 29, Ashes & Diamonds Winery’s mid-century approach extends to its architecture. As an homage, the iconic zig-zag roof and portholes are a few of the iconic references to the heritage of California mid-century modern design, seamlessly integrated with a state-of-the-art wine production facility surrounded by light, airy landscapes and playful, rolling berms. Ashes & Diamonds Winery is the ultimate convergence of modern and old-school flavors, committed to offering a wide-ranging group of wines that adhere to an ethos of light-handed winemaking and transparency of terroir.

'This is an inaugural blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc made by Dan Petroski of Larkmead for the new producer. The grapes come from vineyards located near the winery in Oak Knoll. Dried herbes de Provence aromas invite one in to mingle with aspects of cedar, pencil and red currant, the style subdued and soft. Layers of quiet power and oak lie beneath the fruit.' - Wine Enthusiast - 92 Points