Chateau Montelena
Napa Valley winery famous for winning the white wine category in the 1976 Judgment of Paris.
Last updated August 26, 2026
Overview
Chateau Montelena is a renowned winery in Napa Valley, California, founded by Alfred Tubbs in 1882. In the 1976 Judgment of Paris, its Chardonnay beat top French wines to win first place in the white wine category, significantly boosting the international reputation of California wines. The winery is known for producing high-quality Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Products and positioning
High-end boutique winery
Product categories. Wine
Flagship businesses
- Chardonnay white wine
- Cabernet Sauvignon red wine
Recent events
- 1976Chateau Montelena Wins Judgment of Paris
在1976年的巴黎评判中，蒙特莱那酒庄的霞多丽白葡萄酒在盲品中击败了法国顶级酒庄，获得白葡萄酒组第一名，这一事件被称为“巴黎评判”，对加州葡萄酒产业产生了深远影响。
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