Cornerstone Cellars

Wine tasting at the “Yountville Tasting Station”

Two doctors from Memphis, Tennessee—Michael Dragutsky and David Sloas—founded Cornerstone with unusual haste.

In 1991, on a trip to Napa Valley, David was offered five tons of excess, high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. He telephoned his friend Michael back home, and before the conversation ended the two men had thrown caution to the wind: they decided to buy the grapes and enter the wine business. They’ve been long-distance wine producers ever since.

Perhaps being absent makes the wine grow better, because Cornerstone wines have received very high ratings and reviews from the first vintage on.

The large, bright and sunny tasting room, where jazz is usually playing softly in the background, is located on Yountville’s main street at the “Yountville Tasting Station” (Page Cellars shares the small building).

Relax comfortably at tables and chairs, or cozy up to the small bar. Big picture windows, wood flooring, pastel walls, comfy couches and chairs, and handsome rugs complete the pleasant lounge-like ambience.

Try an olive oil or balsamic vinegar tasting while you’re there. And don’t overlook Cornerstone’s mid-priced second label, Stepping Stone.

Fascinating Fact:

The French Laundry—the restaurant considered by many culinary experts to be the best in the nation (if not the world)—is just steps away from Cornerstone Cellars.

Amenities: Wine club, Gourmet shop, Olive oil tastings
Founded: 1991
Signature Wines: Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Wine Tasting: No appointment needed
Hours: Daily, 10–6

Cornerstone Cellars
6505 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94559
707-945-0388

amanda@cornerstonecellars.com
www.cornerstonecellars.com

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Suzie Rodriguez writes about travel, food, and wine from her home in the wine-country town of Sonoma, California. You can follow her travels and musings at The Culinary Gadabout.

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