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Share our passion for creating the finest hand-crafted estate wines. Sourcing the highest quality fruit from his 125 producing acres, Dr. Tom Kenefick and his team create award winning wines that are unique to their terroir.
About us
Kenefick Ranch Vineyards is owned by retired San Francisco neurosurgeon Dr. Thomas P. Kenefick, and his two children Caitlin and Chris Kenefick. A native of St. Paul, Minnesota, he is a product of the University of Minnesota Medical School and the Mayo Clinic who, in 1969, ventured west and joined San Francisco Neurosurgical Medical Group. Shortly thereafter Dr. Kenefick fell in love with the Napa wine country and its products and began cultivating his new passion for wine growing and wine making.
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In 1978 Dr. Kenefick acquired 125-acre vineyard property at the foothills of the Palisades Mountains in Calistoga. This vineyard was head pruned, dry farmed,
old Italian varietals and over the next 20 years these were replaced with Bordeaux varietals on vertical shoot positioning and drip irrigating for higher quality grapes. Over the years, he has been selling to a number of world class wineries in Napa Valley such as Shafer, Joseph Phelps, and Pride Mountain Vineyards, among others.
Our Vineyard
Kenefick Ranch consists of 125 acres of mostly red Bordeaux varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Sauvignon Blanc and Musque as well as Voignier Marsanne and Grenache Blanc are also grown for white wine, in addition to Petite Sirah and Syrah. Ten percent of production is used in Kenefick Ranch wines while the rest of the fruit is sourced out to Etude, Lewis Cellars, Cade-Plumpjack, Merryvale, Behrens & Hitchcock, Sinatra Family Estate, Caymus and a few other small producers.
Take a visual tour of our vineyard from early Spring through Harvest! Nestled on the Western slopes of the Palisades Mountain Range in North Napa Valley, natural beauty abounds and we are never short of inspiration.
Our Winemakers
Josh Krupp was the original winemaker before moving to Australia in 2005. In 2006, Kent Jarman left Duckhorn to join Robbie Meyer in making Kenefick Ranch wines and one year later became our sole Winemaker. His obsession with consistency and quality produces outstanding wines. Kent also currently makes Sinatra Family, and most recently Somerston wines.
Our Portfolio
Our hand-crafted, Estate Grown wines capture the character of their terroir and of Dr. Tom Kenefick who has farmed the 125 acre vineyard over the past two decades. We invite you to discover yourself wines that speak of the place, the man and his vision.
'10 Kenefick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc
This 2010 Kenefick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc immediately boasts orange blossom, mandarin zest, and stone fruit on the nose. The palate is rich in texture and depth showing vanilla bean, cream, and white peach notes. The finish is clean and crisp with an excellent balance of acidity, and texture from
sur lie aging.
Grapes: 100% Estate Grown 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Hand Harvested: 9/07/10
Bottled: April 18, 2010
Average Brix: 24.2
Average Tonnage/Acre: 2.8
Barrels: 100% Neutral French Oak; Barrel fermented
Kenefick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc
Kenefick Ranch Pickett Road White
Kenefick Ranch Merlot
Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Franc
Caitlin's Select
Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon Chris's Cuvee
Kenefick Ranch Pickett Road Red
[click each label for review]
'10 Kenefick Ranch Pickett Road White
This Rhone style blend is made up from our Estate planted Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Marsanne grapes. It is barrel fermented by native yeasts in a blend of Neutral French Oak and Stainless Steel barrels. A quick rush of fresh cantaloupe, passion fruit and nectarine embrace the palate. These nuances finish with an underlying crème brulet and silky texture. Aromatically, notes of anise, geranium and white peach.
Grapes: 100% Estate Grown -- 40% Viognier, 30% Grenache Blanc, 30% Marsanne
Hand Harvested: 9/02/10 Bottled: April 18, 2011
Average Brix: 23.8 Average Tonnage/Acre: 2.8
Barrels: 80% Neutral French Oak; 20% Stainless Steel
'08 Kenefick Ranch Merlot
This Merlot is not your average Merlot. It packs a copious amount of beautifully rounded tannis supported by dense notes of currants, fresh cranberry, anise, and sage. The aromatics are incredibly complex with a solid base of cherries outlines by dark chocolate. 200 cases produced.
Grapes: 100% Estate Grown 86% Merlot 14% Cabernet Sauvignon
Hand Harvested: 09/24/07
Bottled: June, 2009
Average Brix: 26.8
Average Tonnage/Acre: 3.2
Barrels: 60% New french Oak; 40% Neutral French Oak;
Cases Produced: 200
'07 Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Franc
Caitlins Select possesses a complex aromatic contour of dark chocolate, Maraschino cherry, fresh raspberries, and a subtle hint of cracked Pink Peppercorns. On the palate, bold notes of Black Cherry and Currants are finely balanced by subtle hints of anise and vanilla bean.
Composition: 100% Estate Grown, 91% Cabernet Franc,
6% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
Hand Harvested: 10/18/07
Bottled: June 19, 2009
Average Brix: 28.2
Alcohol: 15.2% pH: 3.89 TA: 5.9 g/l
Wood: 65% New french Oak; 35% Neutral French Oak;
Barrel Aged: 19 Months Bottle Aged: 2 Years
Cases Produced: 747
91 points
2010 • Robert Parker
"This seamless red should drink well for a decade."
WIne Advocate, Dec. 2010
'05 Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon
Chris's Cuvee
Chris's Cuvee contains a rich ruby color with characteristics of cassis, black strap molasses, hints of fresh mint, and confectioners sugar within the aromatic framework. The palate offers hints of cocoa, candied plums, and ripe berries underlined by spice and copious amounts of soft tannin that finish long.
Composition: 100% Estate Grown, 83% Cabernet Sauvignon,
12.5% Merlot, 5.5% Petit Verdot
Hand Harvested: 10/8/2007 - 10/12/2007
Bottled: June 7, 2009
Average Brix: 28.2 Average Tonnage/Acre: 3.0
Alcohol: 1 5.5% pH: 3.82 TA: 6.4 g/l
Wood: 75% New french Oak; 25% Neutral French Oak;
Barrel Aged: 20 Months Bottle Aged: 2 Years
Cases Produced: 605
94 points
2008 • Wine Enthusiast
"With this launch, Kenefick enters the high pantheon of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon."
Steve Heimoff, Dec. 2008
'06 Kenefick Ranch Pickett Road Red
The Pickett Road Red has extremely deep complex aromas of cassis, ripe currants, plum, cinnamon, and a hint of floral blossoms. The palate consists of copious layers of ripe blueberry and fresh blackberries, tamarind, and hints of baker's chocolate.
Grapes: 100% Estate Grown , 45% Merlot, 43% Petit Verdot,
7% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Hand Harvested: 9/24/06 - 10/10/06
Bottled: May 8, 2008
Average Brix: 26.8 Average Tonnage/Acre: 2.7
Barrels: 60% New French Oak; 40% Neutral French Oak;
Cases Produced: 496
90 points
Wine Spectator
"Rich yet gutsy with layered flavors of plum, bittersweet chocolate and cedar"
TF, Dec. 2010
PALISADES MEMBERS RECEIVE:
• Three 6-bottle shipments per year of wines personally selected by Dr. Thomas
Kenefick and shipped automatically
• 15% off all wine purchases (including shipments)
• 20% off case re-orders received within 30 days of shipment
• Discount on shipping fees
• Complimentary tastings of four Kenefick Ranch wines
• Priority invitations to winery events
Yes, I would like to enroll
I would like to enroll in the Kenefick Ranch Wine Club. I will receive three six-bottle wine shipments per year. The cost of each shipment will range between $190.00 and $280.00, exclusive of applicable sales tax and shipping fees. Simply click the link below to our secure member enrollment form .
Palisades Club
We welcome you to experience the limited production wines from Kenefick Ranch Winery.
As a Palisades Club member, you will be among the first to taste new releases of our small lot, 100% estate grown wines.
Our Tasting Room
We feature a collective of local vintners & winemakers in our tasting room. Enjoy Kenefick Ranch, Barlow, Envy, Tofanelli and Zacherle wines in a warm and inviting atmosphere and a beautiful outdoor courtyard. Bring your friends and relax as you learn.
You can choose a flight or just enjoy our wine by the glass. Our friendly staff is available to answer your questions and guide you through your tasting experience.
Click here for a our location and hours.
Shipping Information
SHIPPING TO A RESIDENCE: It is always best to ship to a business address where an
individual (over 21 years of age) is available to sign for the order. If nobody is home to sign for a residential delivery, it may be returned after 2 or 3 attempts; RESHIPMENT IS THEN AT THE CUSTOMERS EXPENSE! Please note that there is an additional $6.00/package charge for delivery to a residence. The residence fee applies even when you have an office or business in your home.
GROUND SHIPPING: Ground shipping may subject wine to temperature extremes, which could damage your wine. As a result we highly recommend anyone shipping wine outside California and Oregon use 2-Day Air or Overnight Air. GROUND SHIPPING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK; WE CANNOT GUARANTEE THE CONDITION OF THE WINE WHEN DELIVERED!
Ordering is easy. Simply click the online order form below.
Ordering Our Wines
You may order our wines by downloading and faxing an order or by using our secure form. Currently, our wines can be shipped to the following states:
If you do not see your state listed, please email us at info_kenefickranch.com to discuss other alternatives.
• California
• Colorado
• Georgia
• Iowa
• Illinois
• Minnesota
• Montana
• New Hampshire
• New York
• North Carolina
• Nebraska
• Texas
• Washington
Kenefick Ranch Tasting Room
1371 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515
(707) 942-1004
TH - SA 11 - 8 • SU - MO 11 - 6 • TU - WE 12 - 5
Kenefick Ranch Vineyard
2200 Pickett Rd, Calistoga, CA, 94515
(707) 942-6175 / info_kenefickranch.com
Not open to the public
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