Beresini Vineyard Torchiana Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken with tarragon, creamy mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the cool, wind-swept Carneros region of Napa Valley, the TOR Beresini Vineyard 'Torchiana' Chardonnay is a masterclass in single-vineyard expression. The vineyard itself is meticulously tended by Steve Beresini, a legendary local grower who has nurtured these vines for decades. Planted with a heritage selection of Chardonnay, the low-yielding vines produce small, intensely flavored berries. Tor Kenward named this cuvée 'Torchiana' as a tribute to his mother's family name, celebrating her artistic spirit. In the cellar, the winemaking team employs traditional Burgundian techniques: native yeast fermentation in French oak barrels, followed by regular lees stirring (bâtonnage) to build a luxurious, creamy texture. The resulting wine beautifully balances the natural richness of Napa fruit with the vibrant, citrus-driven acidity gifted by the chilly maritime breezes of San Pablo Bay.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2001 by Napa Valley veteran Tor Kenward and his wife Susan, TOR Wines is an artisanal producer located in St. Helena, California. Drawing upon Kenward's nearly three decades of executive experience alongside legendary growers and winemakers at Beringer Vineyards, the estate is dedicated to crafting small-production, vineyard-designated wines from premier sites throughout Napa Valley. TOR focuses primarily on historic grand cru-caliber terroirs, most notably Beckstoffer To Kalon, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane, and Cimarossa Vineyard. Employing a minimalist, site-expressive winemaking philosophy, the winery is internationally celebrated for its powerful, cellar-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons, refined Chardonnays, and rare, expressive Syrahs.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay