About Blankiet:

Blankiet Estate, located on the western foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains in Napa Valley’s Yountville AVA, is a celebrated winery producing world-class, terroir-driven wines. Founded in 1996 by visionary vintner Claude Blankiet and his wife Katherine, the estate has earned a reputation for precision, elegance, and the meticulous crafting of Bordeaux-style blends that rival the finest wines in the world. Claude Blankiet, a native of France, brought his passion for fine wine and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence to Napa Valley. With a background in luxury textiles and a lifelong appreciation for Bordeaux, Claude was inspired to create an estate that combined French winemaking traditions with the unparalleled potential of Napa terroir.

Philosophy and Winemaking

Blankiet Estate is nestled on a prime 46-acre property, with 16 acres devoted to organically farmed vineyards. The estate’s diverse soils, microclimates, and carefully selected clones create ideal conditions for cultivating Bordeaux varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. This unique terroir allows Blankiet to produce wines of depth, complexity, and refinement.

Graeme MacDonald, one of Napa Valley’s most promising winemakers, now leads the production at Blankiet Estate. Known for his thoughtful, terroir-focused approach, Macdonald gained acclaim for his work with his family’s historic To Kalon vineyard before joining Blankiet. At Blankiet Estate, Macdonald’s philosophy of minimal intervention and his focus on showcasing the vineyard’s unique character align perfectly with Claude Blankiet’s dedication to quality. Together, they craft wines that seamlessly blend power and refinement, ensuring each vintage is an authentic expression of the estate.

Blankiet Estate produces a portfolio of limited-production wines that are highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs. These include:

Paradise Hills Vineyard Proprietary Red: which is the flagship wine, a Bordeaux-style blend known for its richness, structure, and extraordinary balance.
Rive Droite: A Merlot-dominant wine inspired by Bordeaux’s Right Bank, offering silky textures and layers of dark fruit and spice.
Mythicus: A Cabernet Sauvignon crafted only in exceptional vintages, showcasing purity, depth, and exceptional aging potential.

Blankiet Estate, under the leadership of Claude Blankiet and the winemaking expertise of Graeme Macdonald, continues to redefine Napa Valley’s potential for crafting wines that are both timeless and distinctive.