SONOMA,
Calif., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wine
Spectator, the world's leading authority on wine, has named
winemaker Joe Nielsen of Ram's Gate
Winery in Sonoma's Carneros AVA
one of its "Stars of California Chardonnay." Noting that California
Chardonnay is at an inflection point, with freshness and elegance
shining through to create dynamic and delicious wines, Wine
Spectator recognized Nielsen as one of the winemakers leading the
movement and who is "solidifying the dynamism of the category [and]
inspiring enthusiasm about Chardonnay."
Since joining Ram's Gate in 2018, with ownership encouragement
and support, Nielsen has elevated the winemaking program, yielding
highly regarded Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah that express the
unique terroir of both the Ram's Gate estate and its
vineyard-designate partners. Additionally, Nielsen is a leader in
sustainable farming and has transitioned the winery's estate
farming practices to organic, values that are in sync with Ram's
Gate co-founder and owner Jeff
O'Neill, whose company O'Neill Vintners & Distillers has
been a certified B Corporation™ since 2022.
"Nielsen's thoughtful winemaking has propelled Ram's Gate to the
top echelon of California wine,"
says O'Neill. "We are extraordinarily grateful for Wine Spectator's
recognition."
"This is a rare relationship with owners and winemakers,"
Nielsen said in his Wine Spectator interview. "I am able to produce
the wines I would seek myself as a wine lover and collector."
About Ram's Gate Winery
Perched on the rolling hills that define the landscape of the
Carneros AVA, Ram's Gate welcomes visitors as they enter
Sonoma's Wine Country. The vision
of owner Jeff O'Neill, Ram's Gate
Winery brings a new perspective on refined elegance through
thoughtful farming, transparent winemaking, genuine hospitality,
and sublime culinary experiences. The cornerstone of the O'Neill
family portfolio, Ram's Gate is dedicated to creating compelling,
and uncompromising wines sourced from vineyards that encompass the
spirit of Sonoma County. Its
connection to the land is reflected in the breathtaking tasting
room that overlooks the estate vineyard made up of 28 acres of
organically farmed vines. The tasting room is open
Thursday-Monday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Reservations can be made at ramsgatewinery.com.
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