WINERY SUMMARY

At 1,800 feet above Napa Valley, Pym-Rae and Tesseron Estate represents a singular fusion of Bordeaux heritage and Mount Veeder's untamed terroir. This extraordinary 640-acre mountain sanctuary produces some of California's most coveted Bordeaux-style wines from just 20 meticulously farmed vineyard acres.

The Tesseron family's three-century legacy at Château Pontet-Canet in Bordeaux finds its California expression through rigorous biodynamic practices and uncompromising quality standards that define ultra-premium winemaking. Under the visionary guidance of winemaker Melissa Apter Castro, Pym-Rae transforms the challenging Mount Veeder landscape into wines of remarkable complexity and finesse.

The estate's commitment to biodynamic viticulture honors both the Tesseron family's Bordeaux philosophy and the wild character of the Mayacamas Mountains. Castro's meticulous approach combines traditional Bordeaux techniques with California innovation, crafting limited-production wines that capture the essence of this unique high-altitude terroir.

The vineyard's complex geology of sedimentary soils, sandstone, blue shale, and volcanic tuff creates an ideal foundation for Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux varietals. Pym-Rae's flagship wines showcase the distinctive marriage of Bordeaux elegance and California power, with production intentionally limited to ensure each bottle represents the pinnacle of mountain winemaking.

The estate's elevation provides crucial temperature moderation, allowing for extended hang time and optimal flavor development. These investment-grade wines consistently earn critical acclaim for their ability to express both varietal character and the wild, mineral-driven personality of Mount Veeder's challenging terrain.

The exclusive Pym-Rae experience requires advance reservations, reflecting the estate's commitment to intimate, personalized encounters with their remarkable wines.

Visitors ascend through dramatic mountain landscapes to reach the winery, where tastings reveal the profound connection between Bordeaux tradition and California terroir.

The estate's architectural elements complement the rugged mountain setting while providing sophisticated spaces for wine education and appreciation. Private tastings showcase vertical selections and library wines, offering collectors rare access to the estate's most coveted bottlings.

Each visit includes detailed exploration of biodynamic practices and the unique challenges of high-altitude viticulture. Discover California's most exclusive expression of Bordeaux winemaking tradition at Pym-Rae and Tesseron Estate. Contact the estate directly to arrange your private mountain tasting experience and access these extraordinary allocation-only wines that represent the ultimate fusion of French heritage and Napa Valley terroir.