Kobrand & Spirits A Story of Quality AMERICA AMERICA

California produces about 90% of all wine made in America. With superb sunny and moderate climate conditions and exceptional , Napa Valley, Sonoma County and Santa Barbara County produce consistently excellent year after year. and remain the most widely planted , yet California producers have had continued success with , , , , and other varieties. Combining the traditions and experience of Europe with the most advanced wine growing and winemaking methods, California wineries craft stunning wines which are expressions of their exceptional and distinct terroirs.

Benziger Family Winery St. Francis Winery & SPLASH by St. Francis SONOMA COUNTY

NAPA VALLEY

CARNEROS OAKLAND Sequoia Grove SAN FRANCISCO Domaine Carneros

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Foley Estates SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SANTA BARBARA

LOS ANGELES

PACIFIC OCEAN Napa Valley

California’s famous wine region is at the vanguard of modern winemaking. Among the world’s great wine regions, Napa Valley’s global recognition has helped its wine industry’s steady growth since the 1970s. With countless vines sited on the valley floor, on benchlands at the foot of mountain slopes and on steep hillsides in tiny vineyards, Napa Valley holds exceptional . At once, some of the New World’s oldest and newest vineyards are nestled among the town halls and schools of Napa’s contiguous rural villages, all producing fruit for some of the most sought-after wines available. Single wines and blends made from Bordeaux varieties are crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, to name a few, into fine wines that express many of this region’s various, distinct vineyards and microclimates.

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Origin: Napa Valley

The Cakebread family’s total commitment to quality resonates through 40 years of teamwork, stewardship of the land, care in both growing and vinifying individual lots of grapes for each wine and public programs for healthy living.

• Iconic Napa Valley winery, family owned and operated since 1973 • Estate holdings of 15 sites total 560 acres in Carneros, Rutherford, Howell Mountain, Anderson Valley and other prime Napa locations • Committed to sustainable production– a Certified Napa Green Winery (since 2008) farming 191 acres of Certified Napa Green Land • Cutting-edge vineyard technology; a unique soil moisture and leaf water potential measurement system helps optimize quality

Dennis, Jack, Dolores and Bruce Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Estate Vineyard

Portfolio: Cakebread Napa Valley Chardonnay Cakebread Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc Cakebread Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Cakebread Napa Valley Merlot Cakebread Lake County Zinfandel Cakebread Two Creeks Vineyards Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Cakebread Napa Valley Chardonnay Reserve Cakebread Vine Hill Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon Cakebread Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon Noteworthy: In 1987, Cakebread Cellars launched the American Harvest Workshop program, an annual event that brings together a select group of chefs, artisan food producers and consumers to celebrate America’s finest food and wine products.

Cakebread Cellars holds the distinction of having three family members serve as President of the Napa Valley Vintners Association, with Jack, Dennis and Bruce all having held that honor over the years.

In both the 23rd and 24th Annual Wine & Spirits Restaurant Polls, Cakebread Cellars was the #1 Most Popular Wine Brand.

Cakebread Cellars Winery Sequoia Grove

Origin: Napa Valley

Founded in 1979 in the heart of Napa Valley’s Rutherford AVA, Sequoia Grove produces award- winning wines that are as balanced and beautiful as the stately sequoia trees watching over the winery. Central to the winemaking philosophy is an unwavering commitment to the quality of the vineyards and cellar, and to their constant refinement. Sequoia Grove wines are hand crafted to achieve elegance, richness and authenticity, delighting the palate upon release and rewarding the patience of cellaring.

• Located on the Napa Valley’s famed Rutherford Bench, which produces some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in the world • Small lots of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by Winemakers Michael Trujillo and Molly Hill, alongside Vineyard Manager Steve Allen • Has transitioned from 80% outside vineyard sources to 80% estate-grown Rutherford fruit over the last decade • Wines emphasize varietal expression, finesse and balance

Molly Hill, Winemaker, and Michael Trujillo, Head Winemaker Sequoia Grove’s Tasting Room

Portfolio: Sequoia Grove Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Sequoia Grove Napa Valley Cambium Sequoia Grove Napa Valley Chardonnay

Noteworthy: The giant sequoias that shade the winery and grace its bottles were planted by seed in 1901. They stand for patience, commitment and for sinking roots deep in Rutherford soil. Sonoma County

In tranquil, pastoral Sonoma Valley, great wine growers work with little fanfare. With plantings older than Napa Valley, Sonoma County has quietly produced incredible wines from Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and, notably, Zinfandel. Sonoma’s geographic and climatic diversity results in varied terroirs, from the hot hilltops of the Mayacamas mountains down through warm foothills, to valleys that extend west, ending at coastal plateau vineyards cooled by the nearby Pacific Ocean. Sonoma’s long tradition of quality winegrowing and winemaking has placed it with California’s finest wine regions.

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NORTHERN HILL AVA SPLASH by SONOMA AVA 101 St. Francis RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY AVA SANTA ROSA SONOMA VALLEY GREEN VALLEY AVA AVA

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Benziger Family Winery

SONOMA MOUNTAIN AVA SONOMA CARNEROS AVA VALLEY AVA St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

Origin: Sonoma County

For over 30 years, St. Francis Winery has produced top-quality varietal wines from superior mountain and valley vineyards in Sonoma County, earning a reputation for bold, fruit-forward wines that showcase the terroir unique to Sonoma.

• Pioneer in helping define vineyards and grape varieties Sonoma is known for today; first to plant Merlot in Sonoma Valley • Certified by California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance and regional leader in green practices (recycled packaging, water and energy conservation) • Owns over 415 acres of vineyard land in prime AVAs including Sonoma and Russian River Valleys • Fruit-forward, luscious and well- balanced wines made from 100% Katie Madigan, Winemaker handpicked fruit • Food-friendly and ready to drink

St. Francis Visitors Center with iconic bell tower Portfolio: St. Francis Sonoma County Chardonnay St. Francis Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon St. Francis Sonoma Valley Merlot St. Francis Sonoma County “Old Vines” Zinfandel St. Francis Sonoma County Claret

Noteworthy: “One of Sonoma Valley’s finest wineries… A red wine powerhouse!” — Wine Spectator.... SPLASH by St. Francis

Origin: California

SPLASH wines are full-bodied, sociable blends from top growing regions in California. High-quality winemaking and a palatable price make each a sophisticated choice that is easy to like and easy to buy.

• Fruit-forward, versatile, casual and easy-to-drink blends – one white and one red • St. Francis Winery’s standard for high quality wines at an exceptional value • Fruit is grown in top California appellations

Portfolio: California WHITE SPLASH California RED SPLASH

Noteworthy: We are pleased to introduce an exciting new package for RED and WHITE SPLASH – a fun look that makes SPLASH stand out on the shelf for today’s consumer.

RED SPLASH “Best American Wines Under $15” — Food and Wine Magazine.

St. Francis vineyards Benziger Family Winery

Origin: Sonoma County

Benziger Family Winery is dedicated to crafting wines that reveal the true character of the vineyard, the grape variety and the through certified sustainable, organic and Biodynamic® practices. Founded in 1980, Benziger remains among few family-run wineries in the AVA.

• Sustainably, organically or biodynamically farmed estate vineyards, with programs in place for partner growers to become certified • A pioneer in biodynamic and winemaking with the first biodynamic wine produced in Sonoma or Napa (Tribute) and first Demeter-certified biodynamic vineyard in America (Sonoma Mountain Vineyard) • Showcases each terroir’s authentic aromas, flavors and character through site-specific viticulture

Portfolio: Benziger Sonoma County Chardonnay Benziger North Coast Sauvignon Blanc Benziger Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon Benziger Sonoma County Merlot Benziger Sonoma Mountain Tribute

Baby bull, a natural part of Benziger’s “green” vineyard practices The Benziger Family

Noteworthy: Wine Spectator honored Mike Benziger on the cover of the issue dedicated to environmentally- friendly wineries.

As of the 2007 vintage, Benziger’s entire portfolio of wines carries some level of green farming certification: sustainable, organic or biodynamic.

Benziger has been selected “Winery of the Year” by Wine & Spirits Magazine an impressive 6 times. Domaine Carneros

Origin: Carneros

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Domaine Carneros produces world-class sparkling wines and classically-styled Pinot Noir from Certified Organic estate vineyards in the Carneros appellation. The cool maritime climate favors optimal development of the traditional Champagne varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Domaine Carneros wines are prized for their elegance and luxuriously long finish.

• Founded in 1987 by Champagne Taittinger • Sparkling wines produced with the traditional Champagne method; aged to exceed Champagne requirements for unrivaled quality • Founding Winemaker Eileen Crane is the most experienced sparkling winemaker in America with over 35 years in the role • First and only sparkling winery in the United States with 100% Certified Organic estate vineyards (CCOF)

Portfolio: Domaine Carneros Brut Vintage Cuvée Domaine Carneros Brut Rosé Cuvée de la Pompadour Domaine Carneros Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs Domaine Carneros Estate Pinot Noir The estate’s château was modeled after Taittinger’s Château de la Marquetterie in Champagne.

Eileen Crane, CEO and Founding Winemaker

Noteworthy: Renowned for its hospitality, Domaine Carneros is one of the most-visited wineries in the US, receiving more than 100,000 visitors annually and over two million since opening.

As a trial in 1992, winemaker Eileen Crane made a few barrels of Pinot Noir for employees and Claude Taittinger fell in love with the results. Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir was born. Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery

Origin: Sta. Rita Hills

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101 STA. RITA SANTA YNEZ HILLS AVA VALLEY AVA Foley Estates

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Foley Estates is one of California’s preeminent producers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the cool-climate Sta. Rita Hills AVA. The east-west topography allows cold Pacific Ocean breezes to enter the valley, creating a climate well-suited for producing world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Since its founding, Foley Estates has had a singular focus on these small lot, cool-climate Burgundian .

• Winemaker Leslie Mead Renaud joined Foley Estates in 2010, bringing experience from highly-regarded wineries Talley Vineyards and Bonny Doon. • Outstanding terroir composed of steep, south-facing hillsides and limestone soils, optimal elevation for sun exposure and an evening marine fog layer which cools the vines and results in a longer ripening period • Precision farming and winemaking: micro-blocks harvested and vinified separately to define the highest estate expression and quality Foley Estate Winery

Portfolio: Foley Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir Foley Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

Noteworthy: Bill Foley was named 2010 Wine Enthusiast Man of the Year.

“Of all the Santa Rita Hills wineries, Foley has a shot at leading a very sophisticated and competitive pack.” — Matt Kramer, Wine Spectator.. www.kobrandwineandspirits.com ©2014 Kobrand Corporation, Purchase, New York