wines born, raised, and made on pritchard hill.
the 2021 vintage
The BRAND Napa Valley 2021 vintage is the first vintage since 2019. It’s the culmination of three years of hard work, and all the inspiration behind it.
It’s wine made modern once more–our intent is to move wine forward by revisiting first principles every time. It’s wine of it’s place (100% Pritchard Hill), made over 1100+ days of obsessive attention to every detail. Most importantly, it’s wine by and for all the BRAND believers we hope to know.
the 2021 brand napa valley cabernet sauvignon
Power. Wild grace. Pure Pritchard Hill.
In theory, a classic Cabernet Sauvignon to lay down.
In practice one we’re likely to drink sooner. The purest expression of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from our estate vineyard and winery on Pritchard Hill. Selected from the best barrels. Crafted to reflect the power, wild grace, and finesse of our vineyard. Most importantly, made here in our own winery, where thousands of small decisions go into making a wine that stands apart.
“Right up there, with some of the best Napa Valley wines made in those years…shimmery wines emphasizing brightness and perfume…” – Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent
the 2021 brand napa valley proprietary blend
Bold elegance. A BRAND hallmark.
Crafted for complex counterpoints, elegant and electric, as resonant as a classic Cabernet Sauvignon, yet unlike anything you’ve tasted before.
From our estate vineyard and winery on Pritchard Hill, a showcase for the richest and most beguiling estate Cabernet Franc. The deeply layered aromatics and supple texture of Cabernet Franc blend with select barrels of Cabernet Sauvignon to create a vibrant wine of bold elegance. Most importantly, it’s made possible because we make it here in our own winery, where thousands of small decisions go into the bottle you see before you.
“The Cabernet Franc-dominant Proprietary Blend is genuinely singular and simply electric.” – Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent
previous vintages
the 2019 brand napa valley cabernet sauvignon
The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon reflects the power, opulence and finesse of our uppermost Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards located at 1400 feet elevation atop Pritchard Hill. Rich notes of allspice, graphite, and blackberry precede the lush and vivid palate with its delicious flavors of fresh cherry, sage, and cocoa powder. The wine’s vibrancy and precision build to a lasting finish. The wine is expressive, especially decanted while young, and will add enticing nuances with aging of 5-10 years.
the 2019 brand napa valley proprietary blend
The 2019 Proprietary Blend is our finest Cabernet Franc with individual barrels of Cabernet Sauvignon added to the blend for lift and energy to create a wine of great finesse. The 2019 vintage is 62% Cabernet Franc and 38% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromatic notes of black raspberry, dried roses and allspice give way to a palate brimming with flavors suggesting dark berries, milk chocolate, and sandalwood. The wine possesses the structure and density to support extended aging along with the grace and silky texture for pleasurable drinking while young.
the 2019 brand napa valley vineyard n°95 cabernet sauvignon
Vineyard N°95 located adjacent to the winery at 1200 feet above sea level on our Pritchard Hill estate. Aged for 20 months in French oak barrels with minimal handling and then bottled unfined and unfiltered, this energetic wine gives you an immediate understanding of Pritchard Hill.
The 2019 Vineyard N°95 Cabernet Sauvignon is our best yet. It has beautifully expressive aromatics combined with a dense and flavorful palate. Lifted notes of crushed blackberries, thyme, cedar, and clove precede the fresh blueberry compote flavors. Supple tannins move across the energetic palate, finishing with dark chocolate notes. There is just the right amount of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot to add elegance and richness to complete this wine. Delicious now, it will reveal additional nuances with further aging.
the 2021 brand napa valley white blend
The 2021 BRAND White Blend is a sublime blend of Italian grape varietals from our estate and other hard-to-find vineyards. With its citrus and tropical notes, fresh flavors, and sleek balance, this inviting wine is charming and refined.