"Walking through To Kalon, admiring its contours and vines, smelling the richness of its soil, I knew this was a very special place. It exuded an indefinable quality I could not describe, a feeling that was almost mystical."
-- Robert Mondavi
Robert Mondavi established his namesake winery in 1966 with a vision to create Napa Valley wines that would stand in the company of the world's finest. He chose To Kalon Vineyard in the heart of the Napa Valley as the home for Robert Mondavi Winery. This first-growth vineyard, located in Oakville, California, is renowned for producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon wines in the world, as well as for its Sauvignon Blanc grapes, from which Mr. Mondavi crafted his signature wine, Fumé Blanc.
Along with To Kalon Vineyard, Robert Mondavi Winery sources grapes from some of Napa Valley's finest vineyards, including Stag's Leap (Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc) and Carneros (Pinot Noir and Chardonnay).
Mr. Mondavi believed that wines should reflect their origins, that they are the product of the soil, the climate, and the careful stewardship of those precious resources. He also believed in combining the newest techniques and technology with time-honored winemaking traditions.
Our winemaking and vineyard teams are proud to carry on our founder's mandate to always strive higher, to pursue Robert Mondavi's goal of excellence with the same passion and innovative spirit, moving forward with programs that break barriers and open new frontiers.
WLeading this initiative is Genevieve Janssens, Director of Winemaking. Genevieve, whose relationship with the winery began in 1978, was selected Winemaker of the Year by Wine Enthusiast in 2010.
We are located at 7801 St. Helena Highway in the town of Oakville at the edge of the To Kalon Vineyard.
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California
Wine Enthusiast Best Buy’s 2017 “Attractive layering of fruit, cream and hazelnut flavors on a nicely viscous texture makes this full-bodied wine something special. It has a
75dCalifornia » Monterey County
" Layered and complex... leaps from the glass with aromas of blackberry cobbler, graham cracker, brown sugar, milk chocolate, coffee and smoke. Palate of blueberry
4dCalifornia » Napa Valley
James Suckling 93 "Aromas of dark berries, spearmint and mint follow through to a medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a beautiful finish.
102bCalifornia
"Boasts rich dark fruit, cocoa and spice character, with a hint of oak for complexity." ~Winery Notes
75dCalifornia
"There's 20 degrees difference between our northern and southern vineyards, though it's only 40 miles. So, whether grapes like it cool or warm, like our
101cCalifornia » Central Coast
"The nose reveals ripe apple, melon, citrus and tropical fruit aromas enriched by creamy malolactic tones, spicy French oak nuances and enticing baked bread scents.
100cCalifornia
Wine Enthusiast 88 'Best Buy' “Refreshing and charming, this light-bodied wine has aromas like apple skin and lemongrass, with a sweet-tart flavor and good acidity. It’s
The Tasting Panel 94 "Flavors of tobacco, soil, slate, tar and olives go long on gritty tannins, and ...it finishes on a high note of lilacs
3eCalifornia » Napa Valley
“A juicy, plush merlot delivering dark cherry and black plum fruits with deeply integrated spices of black pepper, young cedar and fresh tobacco. The wine’s
103bCalifornia
"Has velvety smooth layers of black cherry, blackberry and chocolate character, with just a hint of oak." ~ Winery Notes
52eCalifornia » Oakville
Jeb Dunnuck 94 “The medium-bodied, more elegant 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville (86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc) reveals a
100aCalifornia
Wine Enthusiast ‘Best Buy’ ‘Delicate floral aromas with lime and tropical fruit flavors and a crisp finish. Pair with summer salads, oysters, or crab cakes.’ "Crisp and
11aCalifornia » Monterey County
" Rich, creamy, and concentrated with balanced acidity and a lingering finish; flavors of pineapple, juicy peach, graham cracker, toffee, and vanilla bean with baking
101cCalifornia
“Woodbridge Lightly Oaked Chardonnay displays citrus, lemon cream, and floral aromas that lead to vibrant flavors of white nectarine and citrus that shine through the
103d
Chile
"Medium-bodied with notes of pepper, blueberry, and brambly wild berry aromas, reminiscent of a wild blackberry patch. On the palate, this wine showcases flavors of
103dCalifornia
"Jammy blackberry, raspberry, and plum flavors with a hint of vanilla and spice." ~Winery notes
"Our Heritage Red comes from cool-climate Coastal California grapes and has been blended primarily from Syrah and Merlot, with a touch of Zinfandel and Petite
102aCalifornia » Central Coast
"The wine has the sweet black cherry and dark berry fruit character that distinguishes California's finest Cabernet Sauvignon's, and its ripe fruit is supported by
102cCalifornia
Wine Enthusiast 89 “Ripe fruit tones, bright acidity, and lightly mouth-puckering tannins underpin red cherry, clove and blackberry flavors,
10eCalifornia » Carneros
Wine Enthusiast 93 “This is a well-made, powerful wine. Elegant, integrated and effusive in oak, it has pretty apple blossom aromas and boldly layered flavors of
10dCalifornia » Napa Valley
James Suckling 91 "Aromas of cooked apple and pear with some vanilla and cream. Full body, layered and fruity. Fresh acidity and a crisp finish with
101bUnited States
"Has refreshing fruit, floral, mineral and spice notes in the aromas and lightly sweet, crisp flavors." ~Winery Notes
California » Napa Valley
Wine Spectator 90 “A smoky beeswax note accents the core of apricot, ginger and pear flavors in this white, with hints of green tea and dried
101aCalifornia
"This engaging wine opens with a broad array of aromas, including poached pear, peach and other white fruits, with underlying hints of coconut, creme brulee
100bCalifornia
"Displays perfumed aromas and lightly sweet flavors filled with orange blossom, fresh citrus, lychee, honey, and spice." ~Winery notes