This special block, the source of our Cook's Flat Reserve, honors this history. The New York Times and San Francisco Chronicle have recently looked at post-wildfire issues in Napa Valley and included Stu in their coverage. Esther Mobley writes here for the Chronicle and Christopher Flavelle writes here for the Times.
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Starting from Highway 29 (called Main Street within St. Helena) turn west onto Madrona Avenue (third stoplight in town northbound, first one southbound). Continue up Spring Mountain Road (you'll pass a cluster of mailboxes on the right with Keenan prominent; keep going!) (your odometer will read 4 miles).
The Vineyard
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The year 1972 marked the beginning of the vineyard itself with the planting of Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir (the last grafted to chardonnay in 1989). Unusual for North Coast viticulture at the time, the initial twenty acres were planted on their own roots. These vines were established under difficult conditions, with some slopes angling over 30%: today they are lush and healthy.
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A cellar and the main floor house French and American barrels. The roof of the building, with stunning 360-degree views, is used for entertaining. Smith-Madrone believes in the premise that great wine can only be made from grapes of superb quality. Grapes of this quality are the result of the right site, soil and weather, along with proper management.
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