Pahlmeyer “Les Élus”
Current Release
2021
The 2021 “Pièce de Résistance” is a commanding expression of mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the profound concentration and intensity of the vintage. Inky dark crimson in the glass, the wine reveals captivating aromas of ripe plum, leather, and subtle tea leaf, underpinned by a delicate floral lift of violet and lavender. The palate is equally powerful: dark, concentrated, and incredibly rich, with layers of rich black plum, blackberry, and blueberry framed by thick, velvety tannins that evolve beautifully over time. A streak of vibrant acidity balances the bold structure and ensures exceptional aging potential. The finish lingers with an echo of cracked black pepper, graphite, and cocoa nib. Decanting is recommended for early enjoyment, but this wine will reward patience, revealing even greater depth and dimension over the next 25 years.
– Katie Vogt, Winemaker
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Current Release
2021
I’ve never tasted a Cabernet Franc like this — so finely detailed, harmonious, and complete. The wine opens with layered aromas of bramble berries, spicy, earthy clove, and freshly ground anise seed. The palate is full-bodied and plush, with a juicy, expansive fruit core and a touch of warming spice, underscored by savory notes of forest floor, crushed rock, and graphite. A beautiful floral lift of violet emerges mid-palate, accompanied by a persistent finish of macerated blackcurrant, plum, and cassis, as polished, well-integrated tannins counterbalance fresh acidity. While approachable now, the wine has the potential to age gracefully for the next two decades. A couple of hours in the decanter will enhance its already impressive complexity. – Katie Vogt, Winemaker
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Current Release
2021
Captivating the senses from the first pour, the 2021 Pahlmeyer Savoir Faire Chardonnay reveals itself in layers, effortlessly balancing power and finesse. The nose entices with ethereal notes of orange blossom and honeysuckle interwoven with the warmth of toasted almonds and brioche. As the aromatics unfold, hints of apricot and flambéed pear emerge, enhanced by a delicate dusting of baking spice. The palate is enveloped in a rich, velvety texture with a melted honey opulence. Bright acidity creates a harmonious counterpoint, interlacing beautifully with nutty oak undertones. A focused core of preserved lemon surges through the finish, elevated by a subtle, lingering whisper of vanilla bean. With its seamless integration of acidity and structure, this Chardonnay promises to age gracefully, while undeniably captivating in its youth.
— Katie Vogt, Winemaker
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Current Release
2023
The 2023 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay is a bright, fresh expression of our mountain fruit, offering remarkable precision and depth. Aromatically, it is highly expressive, with notes of honeysuckle, orange blossom, and preserved lemon, deepening into a core of tangerine and apricot. A touch of toasted almond and a subtle flinty note add further complexity. On the palate, this Chardonnay balances intensity with elegance – finely detailed and in perfect focus. Its acidity is vibrant and mouthwatering, lifting the layers of citrus and stone fruit while lending a seamless, silky texture. A long, polished finish echoes with hints of warm honey and citrus zest. – Winemaker Katie Vogt
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Current Release
2022
The 2022 Pahlmeyer Merlot is generous yet structured, a dynamic interplay of intensity and vibrancy. Aromas of brambly blackberry, macerated black cherry, and wild raspberry rise from the glass, underscored by crushed peppercorn, fresh sage, and a hint of forest floor. On the palate, a rich core of dark plum and fresh fig is wrapped in plush, velvety tannins, while savory, earthy notes emerge with time: tobacco leaf, cocoa nib, and plowed earth. The finish is long and lifted, carried by the wine’s natural energy and a lingering touch of violet and warm spice. With its dark fruit core amplified in its youth, this wine will evolve beautifully over the next decade, developing further nuance and refinement. – Winemaker Katie Vogt
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Current Release
2022
The 2022 Proprietary Red is an expansive and energetic expression of Napa Valley mountain terroir — rich with lifted aromatics and finely structured tannins. The wine opens with savory notes of green and black peppercorn, tobacco leaf, and forest floor, layered over a core of macerated cherry, blackberry, and plum. As the wine evolves in the glass, a dynamic streak of black licorice, chai spice, and cocoa emerges across the mid-palate, balanced by mouthwatering acidity and a long, generous finish. The tannins are already beautifully integrated, lending a velvet texture through the mid-palate. This wine is a compelling reflection of site, vintage, and thoughtful farming — beautiful upon release with the structure to evolve over the next 10–12 years. – Katie Vogt
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