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August 7, 2024
Better Homes & Gardens loves our Wine Club as a gift for couples!
Exploring new wines from under-the-radar vineyards can be a special gift for couples who love discovering new wines without leaving home. View here.
August 7, 2024
Sonoma Magazine names Picayune the best part of your Calistoga Weekend Getaway
In the tiny town of Calistoga, Picayune stands out as a shop and sip hub for locals and travelers alike. Sonoma Magazine lauds our indigenous-made jewelry, interactive hat bar, and covetable clothes and accessories. View here.
September 5, 2023
Vogue calls Picayune Cellars "worth adding to any newcomer's guide"
When compiling a list of the best wineries for tastings, Vogue listed us alongside big names like Domaine Carneros, Far Niente, and Chateau Montelena. View here.
September 19, 2023
Better Homes & Gardens names our club membership one of the best gifts for couples
Better Homes & Gardens praised our 6-bottle membership for allowing couples to explore "new wines from under-the-radar vineyards. Read the full article here.
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July 29, 2023
Fox KTVU spotlights our Sauvignon Blanc on the "Summer Time Sipping" segment
Master Sommelier Vincent Morrow of PRESS Restaurant praised our Sauvignon Blanc's "juicy, balanced style" on the popular morning show. View here.
July 2023
Bohéme features us in their North Bay publication
Through a multi-page spread, Bohéme shared all things Picayune--from our current offerings and experiences to Claire's founding story and winemaking philosophy.
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May 2023
Texsom Awards grants our 2019 Padlock the gold medal
Our wines fared well at the Texsom Awards this year! Our 2019 was awarded a gold medal, while our now sold-out 2021 Albariño took home a silver medal.
June 1, 2023
FABA 2023 awards Claire "Wine Personality of the Year"
Owner Claire Weinkauf was honored to be named "Wine Personality of the Year" at the French American Business Awards. Read more here.
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January 5, 2023
Forbes names us a destination for Native American art
In a recent article about the Napa Lighted Art festival, Forbes praised Claire's extensive collection of Native American art. Read more here.
February 2023
Decanter names our 93-point Albariño one of the best outside Iberia
Originating in the Iberian peninsula, Albariño is a now a wildly-popular variety grown worldwide. Decanter named ours one of the best and awarded it 93 points. View the article here.
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August 15, 2022
Wine Spectator names 2019 Padlock in "10 Terrific Napa Values for $50 or Less"
After tasting through Napa Valley, Wine Spectator named our flagship red blend one of the ten best values from the region. Read more here.
December 2, 2022
Bloomberg calls our Albariño one of the 50 best wines under $50
After tasting 2,481 wines (you read that right), Elin McCoy declared our 2021 Albariño is one of the best 50 wines under $50 worldwide. Read more here.
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More Media and Mentions
The Week lists us in "The Check-In: A long weekend in Napa Valley"
August 6, 2023
San Francisco Magazine names us as one of "11 Exciting New Ways to Explore the Bay Area This Summer
July 10, 2023
Texas Lifestyle Magazine lists our Hay Penny Rosé in "Wine Wednesday: Think Pink, the Wine for Summer"
June 7, 2023
Frenchly names our Hay Penny Rosé the "Best Rosé for the Park"
June 6, 2023
Napa Valley Register announces our new location
May 22, 2023
Napa Valley Focus announces our new tasting room opening
May 6, 2023
Visit Napa Valley lists us in their Solo Traveler itinerary
May 2023
Essence joined us for lunch
April 30, 2023
Wine Industry Advisor announces our opening
April 26, 2023
Frenchly interviews Claire and praises our "gorgeous French wines in Napa Valley"
April 26, 2023
NorthBay Biz interviews Claire about how we pivoted during the pandemic
March 8, 2023
Texas Lifestyle Magazine names our 2019 Padlock in their Valentine's Day Gift Guide
February 3, 2023
Visit Napa Valley lists us as one of the Wine Tastings $50 and Under
January 27, 2023
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