Spotlight Collection Harvest of Joy To Kalon Vineyard
⏳ Drinking Window
2025 - 2040
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled prime ribeye steak, slow-roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, and aged hard cheeses such as Gouda or Cheddar.
✨ Technical Specifications
The Spotlight Collection Harvest of Joy originates from the legendary To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, Napa Valley, a site widely regarded as one of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards in the world. First planted in 1868 by pioneer H.W. Crabb, who named it 'To Kalon'—Greek for 'the highest beauty'—this historic terroir became the cornerstone of Robert Mondavi's vision when he established his winery in 1966. This bottling celebrates the vibrant spirit of the harvest from these ancient, gravelly soils. Typically a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend, the wine is crafted using traditional Bordeaux-style vinification and aged in premium French oak barrels. It showcases the classic Oakville signature of opulent black currant, dark plum, and complex notes of graphite, cocoa, and sweet spice, framed by powerful yet remarkably supple tannins.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1966 by visionary vintner Robert Mondavi, Robert Mondavi Winery was established in Oakville with the singular mission of creating Napa Valley wines that could rival the finest estates in the world. Operating from its iconic California Mission-style winery designed by Cliff May, the estate played a pivotal role in pioneering the modern American wine industry, particularly through its stewardship of the historic To Kalon Vineyard. Mondavi championed cutting-edge viticultural techniques, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation, French oak barrel aging, and popularized dry-fermented Sauvignon Blanc under the moniker Fumé Blanc. Today, the winery remains globally celebrated for its benchmark Reserve and Oakville Cabernet Sauvignons, as well as its structured, elegant Chardonnays and expressive Bordeaux-style blends.