Quintessa

@quintessawinery

Hidden in the heart of Rutherford, Quintessa is an organic and biodynamic estate that reflects a diversity of geology, microclimates and wildlife.
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A wine estate is a commitment to longevity, the physical embodiment of a promise made to the land. More than thirty years ago, Agustin and Valeria Huneeus vowed to honor the integrity of this extraordinary property they named Quintessa, a mosaic of hills and valleys in eastern Rutherford bounded by the Vaca Mountains and the Napa River. To preserve its arcadian beauty and farm it gently. And, above all, to guide its natural diversity into a singular wine. #quintessa #napavalley #biodynamicfarming #rutherfordava #rutherford #wine #napawine #biodynamic #biodynamicwine #winemaking #huneeuswines #rutherfordava #winehistory
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11 months ago
Our annual vintage unveiling, to which we invite our Vineyard Circle members, was especially lively this year! We came together with Dragon members for a blending session led by winemaker Rebekah Wineburg, engaging in conversation around terroir and the work that goes into crafting the final Quintessa blend. The Vineyard Circle enjoys each vintage well before its global release in the fall, and Dragon members, in particular, are invited to join us for experiences like this one. 📷 @carly.imhof @littleljs
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14 hours ago
This past weekend was warm and sunny, encouraging the start of bud break at Quintessa. A symbolic way to mark the spring equinox! #quintessa #budbreak #rutherfordava #springequinox #springtime #napavalley
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9 days ago
Last week, we spent a day with vine master pruners @simonitesirch . Working with @marcosimonit ’s team over the past several years, we’ve sharpened our pruning techniques and continue expanding our knowledge. Integrating these learnings into a holistic approach in the vineyard allows us to refine the quality of our wine. Photography by @carly.imhof #quintessa #pruning #napavalley #rutherfordava
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15 days ago
As springtime nears, and with it a new vintage, you’ll find winemaker @rebekahwineburg checking in on each corner of the property. It’s a moment of rest and nourishment for the estate, from the vines to the oak woodlands. For Rebekah and our cellar team, it’s a time to taste and observe the nuances of the 2021 vintage as it develops in bottle. We’re eager for the fall – when we can share this exceptional wine with the world! #internationalwomensday Photo by @shotswithmike
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20 days ago
The 2021 Quintessa releases this fall, and excitement is beginning to build! Estate Director Rodrigo Soto spent a whirlwind week in Florida sharing a preview of the vintage with journalists, trade and wine enthusiasts from Miami to Naples. Thank you to @james.suckling for another incredible showing at Great Wines of the World, and to new and old friends who took the time to dine, taste and celebrate with us.
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21 days ago
Encouraging biodiversity in the vineyard is key to enriching soil and vine health. Flora, fauna, fungi, insects and animals all breathe life and energy into our biodynamic estate. #quintessa #biodiversity #biodynamicfarming #biodynamicwine
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27 days ago
The 2021 Quintessa is a wine of great concentration and finesse. In advance of its global release this fall, we’re glad to share the vintage first with our Vineyard Circle. Members can expect allocation details via email in the coming weeks. Photo by @shotswithmike #quintessa #quintessa2021 #biodynamicwine #biodynamicfarming #biodynamics
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1 month ago
It was sunny, gorgeous weekend at the estate. #quintessa #rutherfordava #napavalley #picasso
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1 month ago
Last week, before the heavy rains, we continued our progress pruning each section of the estate. Set against the backdrop of the winery exterior, vineyard manager Martin Galvan’s team methodically worked through one of our Cabernet blocks on the valley floor. Photos by @shotswithmike #quintessa #pruning #canernetsauvignon #biodynamicwine #biodynamicfarming
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1 month ago
Yesterday’s conversation on farming and the Napa Valley ag preserve was a highlight of the year so far. We were grateful to host the 2024 Wine Writers’ Symposium fellows for the afternoon, along with neighboring producers and industry colleagues. Photos by @carly.imhof and @kt_canfield
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1 month ago
The Napa River forms our western boundary and youngest soils; it is an important wildlife corridor. The silty loam shapes the character of Quintessa’s bench block along the river. Recent and prolific rains have encouraged healthy water flow and activity, with more to come. Photo by @shotswithmike #quintessa #napariver #napavalley #rutherfordava
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2 months ago