Pestoni Family Wines

Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, Pestoni Family wines stand as a testament to tradition, quality, and a profound love for winemaking. For generations, the Pestoni family has cultivated their vineyards and honed their craft, creating wines that capture the essence of their terroir and heritage.

 

Historical Roots
The Pestoni family's story began over a century ago when Albino Pestoni arrived in Napa Valley from Ticino, bringing his winemaking knowledge and passion for agriculture. Settling in St. Helena, he laid the foundation for the family's legacy in wine production.

 

Winemaking Philosophy
The family combines traditional methods with modern techniques, focusing on minimal intervention to highlight the grapes' natural flavors.

Commitment to Sustainability
The family farms organically and prioritizes energy efficiency and waste reduction. Solar panels and water conservation practices reflect their dedication to environmental stewardship.

Community Engagement
Actively involved in local organizations and charitable causes, the Pestoni family supports education, healthcare, and cultural events, demonstrating their commitment to their community.

Some of Our Wines 

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About Our Winemakers

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Jeremiah Moore, Winemaker

Jeremiah Moore is a graduate of the University of California, Santa Barbara and began his winemaking career at Sterling Vineyards in 2004. During his thirteen-year tenure with Sterling Vineyards, Moore worked his way up to the position of laboratory manager, supervising the winery’s compliance, Napa Green certification, blending trials, bottling and annual harvest internship program. In 2017, Moore jumped into the cellar as the enologist at Blackbird Vineyards. There, he met and worked alongside Pott, who appointed him the winemaker for Blackbird’s custom crush clients and eventually winemaker of Blackbird Vineyards in 2022.

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Aaron Pott, Consulting Winemaker
Joining us for the 2024 vintage, Aaron Pott brings more than 30 years of winemaking experience to Pestoni Family Estate Winery. A graduate of UC, Davis Dept of Viticulture and Enology, Pott began his winemaking career at Newton Vineyard in 1990. He moved to France to be the winemaker for Château Troplong-Mondot, and then spent five years as the director at Château La Tour Figeac while earning a degree in Viticulture from the Université de Bourgogne in Dijon, France. Upon returning to the U.S., Pott was appointed head winemaker for Beringer Wine Estates’ international brands, followed by a dual role as winemaker/general manager for Quintessa Estate. He was recognized as Food & Wine magazine’s ‘Winemaker of the Year’ in 2012. Today, Pott consults with a limited number of boutique Napa Valley producers, in addition to making wine for his own label, Pott Wine.