With one of their bottles in the National Museum of American History, Chateau Montelena holds a special place in the history of American wine. The winery secured this historic standing in 1973 by emerging victorious in the Judgement of Paris, a blind tasting competition that matched French and Californian wines. This triumph not only affirmed the exceptional quality of the winery and their chardonnay but also razed the belief that fine vintages could only be crafted in France. With a profound understanding of the land and motivated to bottle its unique story across the seasons, this Montelena winery continues to defy expectations with their catalogue of Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignons, Sauvignon Blancs and Rieslings.