description Chateau St. Jean Overview
Chateau St. Jean is a California winery founded in 1973, located in the Sonoma Valley town of Kenwood. The estate gained recognition for its focus on single-vineyard designates and its Bordeaux-style blend, Cinq Cépages. It was one of the early wineries in Sonoma County to emphasize terroir-specific viticulture, planting extensive vineyards surrounding its Mediterranean-style villa.
The winery produces a range of varietals, with a historical emphasis on Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.
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When was Chateau St. Jean founded?
Chateau St. Jean was founded in 1973 in Sonoma County, California. The winery is located near Kenwood in Sonoma Valley.
What wine is Chateau St. Jean especially known for?
The winery is especially associated with single-vineyard wines and its Bordeaux-style blend, Cinq Cépages. The name Cinq Cépages refers to the traditional five Bordeaux grape varieties used in the blend.
Where is Chateau St. Jean located?
Chateau St. Jean is located in Kenwood, in California's Sonoma Valley. Its estate setting places it near vineyards in one of Sonoma County's established wine regions.
Why is Chateau St. Jean important in Sonoma wine history?
The winery was among the early Sonoma County producers to emphasize single-vineyard designations. That focus helped draw attention to differences between individual vineyard sites and growing conditions.
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