The Buena Vista Vinicultural Society, formed in 1863 by the winerys founder, Count Agoston Haraszthy to further improve its winemaking prowess and expand its vineyards, has been restored as a collection of unique small-production wines that honor the winerys pioneering spirit and contribution to California winemaking. The Vinicultural Society explores clonal selections, varietals and the incredible terroir of Northern California. The Count's Selection Charbono hails from the Shypoke Vineyards old vines which are situated on the valley floor of Napa County in warm Calistoga. Also known as Bernardo, there are very few vineyards left planted to this unique varietal that was one of many brought back by the Count during his vine collecting expedition to Europe.
Sold out.Our 2020 Charbono opens with aromas of plum, black cherries, and toasted almond. On the palate this wine is bright and juicy with blackberries, blueberries, and mushroom. This is a medium bodied red wine with bright acidity balanced by well integrated tannins and a long flavorful finish.