Fantesca

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Fantesca is an up-and-coming vineyard in the Spring Mountain district of Napa Valley. The founders, Duane and Susan Hoff, are former executives of Best Buy Company. They purchased the estate and cave in 2004. This property was originally the dowry of Caroline Bale, when she married Charles Krug in 1860. Even then, it was recognized as prime mountain vineyard land. A Cabernet from this vineyard made by Hannah Weinberger won one of the first awards for a wine from the Napa Valley in 1889. The 8.6 acre vineyard stretches over terraces and hills. The elevation and mountain terrain offer superb sun exposure and a long growing season. The unique terroir produces a rich and intense Cabernet and a spectacular Chardonnay.