The 2006 growing season started out slowly with higher than average rainfall from January into spring, which provided much needed soil moisture during the growing season. Cool, wet weather in spring contributed to a slightly late bud break, but warm summe

The history of St. Clement parallels that of the Napa Valley. The Victorian house (now home to our winery tasting room) was built in 1878 by Fritz Rosenbaum, an affluent manufacturer and importer of fine mirrors and glass, who furnished the opulent homes of San Francisco’s “Gilded Age.” The Rosenbaum family made Riesling and Zinfandel in the tiny cellar underneath the house. Over the years the property was owned by a number of colorful characters, and winemaking continued sporadically. The St. Clement moniker was born in 1976 when William Casey, a local ophthalmologist, bought the house and built a 10,000 case stone winery behind it. The St. Clement name was a tribute to Casey’s ancestors, who helped found the state of Maryland. The cross that is part of the St. Clement logo can be found on the Maryland state flag.

Today, St. Clement continues to build on its legacy of highly respected wines produced in small quantities. By ensuring the continuity and quality of each vineyard source, the highest standards of winemaking are achieved. At the heart of this effort are the crucial long-term commitments from top winegrowers throughout the Napa Valley. St. Clement owns very little vineyard acreage of its own, and has worked for years to nurture these vital vineyard and grower relationships. The result is a wonderful collaboration and a diverse palate of flavors and tannin structures available to Winemaker Danielle Cyrot, allowing her to create wines with exceptional depth and complexity.