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Aaron Pott

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Aaron Pott is an American winemaker and the founder of Pott Wine, an independent label based in Napa Valley, California. He is distinguished by his international background, which includes formal training in France and extensive experience making wine in Bordeaux. Before establishing his own brand, Pott built a career consulting for several prominent California estates. He specializes in Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends tailored for collectors of high-end New World wines.

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Which Bordeaux estates did Aaron Pott work at?

Aaron Pott worked at Château Troplong Mondot in Saint-Émilion and later managed winemaking at Château La Tour Figeac. He spent about six years in France before returning to California.

Where are Pott Wine's own vineyards?

Aaron and Claire Pott established Pott Wine in Napa Valley and acquired vineyard land on Mount Veeder. The mountain setting is important to the label's focus on site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon and related Bordeaux varieties.

Did Aaron Pott work for major Napa estates before starting Pott Wine?

Yes. He worked under John Kongsgaard at Newton Vineyard and later served as winemaker and general manager at Quintessa before founding Pott Wine with Claire Pott in 2007.

What kind of wines does Aaron Pott make?

Pott is best known for small-production Napa Valley wines centered on Cabernet Sauvignon and individual vineyard sites. Bottlings such as Incubo and Her Majesty's Secret Service reflect the label's fondness for distinctive names as well as mountain-grown fruit.