{"title":"Raen Winery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded by fourth-generation winegrowers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarlo and Dante Mondavi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, RAEN has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting names in coastal California Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The brothers are the grandsons of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobert Mondavi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and sons of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTim Mondavi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but rather than follow their family’s legendary path through Napa Valley, they turned west, chasing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay into the cold, windswept vineyards of the Sonoma Coast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2024-raen-pinot-noir-royal-st-robert-cuvee-sonoma-coast","title":"2024 RAEN, Pinot Noir \"Royal St. Robert Cuvée\", Sonoma Coast","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eRAEN represents the ultimate evolution of the Mondavi family legacy, led by brothers Carlo and Dante Mondavi in the westerly hills of the Sonoma Coast. Driven by a mission to prove California’s capacity for Grand Cru-level finesse, RAEN operates on small-lot, non-interventionalist winemaking centered around 100% whole-cluster native fermentation. Their low-yield, organically farmed coastal sites deliver an unprecedented combination of savory complexity, vibrant acidity, and structural transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eDedicated to their grandfather Robert Mondavi, this benchmark flagship Pinot Noir is a masterclass in Chambolle-Musigny-style elegance. Aromas of wild strawberry, crushed red cherries, blood orange peel, and damp forest floor lead into a silky, weightless palate framed by fine-grained tannins. Following up on its previous vintage’s #1 American Wine of the Year honors, the 2024 release delivers a soaring, sea-spray-infused finish that cements its status among California's finest wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e99 Points , James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Spellbinding aromas of rose petals, strawberries, citrus and bark, with hints of lemongrass. Medium-bodied, tight and structured, this offers a captivating combination of linear intensity and calmness, so classy and sophisticated. A continued benchmark for American pinot noir. Drink or hold.\" (Feb 2026)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA heartfelt tribute cuvée to Robert Mondavi crafted by his grandsons along the extreme Sonoma Coast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh whole-cluster inclusion endows the wine with intoxicating floral perfume and spice lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePristine balance of crunchy wild red berries, tea leaf, and cool ocean-breeze acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at a cool room temperature between 58°F and 62°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 30 minutes to allow the whole-cluster rose petal and spice aromatics to blossom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to maximize its delicate, perfumed bouquet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with cedar-planked salmon, roasted duck breast, or wild mushroom risotto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/raen.jpg?v=1790859371\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47908991696950,"sku":"SOMM2609-RAEN24RSR-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RAEN_PinotNoir_RoyalSt.RobertCuvee_SonomaCoast.png?v=1790622159"},{"product_id":"2024-raen-chardonnay-lady-marjorie-sonoma-coast","title":"2024 RAEN, Chardonnay \"Lady Marjorie\", Sonoma Coast","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eRAEN stands at the peak of California cool-climate winemaking, founded by Carlo and Dante Mondavi—grandsons of legendary Napa pioneer Robert Mondavi. Steering clear of traditional Cabernet, the brothers dedicated RAEN to crafting site-specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that rival Premier and Grand Cru Burgundy. Through fanatical organic farming, small-batch native fermentations, and zero chemical additions, RAEN captures the raw, energetic elegance of Sonoma’s most extreme coastal vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eN\u003c\/b\u003eamed in tribute to their inspirational grandmother Marjorie, this rare single Chardonnay cuvée channels top Chablis Premier Cru with its razor-sharp purity and chalky precision. In the glass, it erupts with lemon curd, white jasmine, and wet-stone salinity before gliding across a chiseled, mouthwatering acid spine. Wild-yeast fermented in neutral oak and bottled unfined and unfiltered, it finishes long, bright, and laden with crushed-flint minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points, James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Very complex, showing enticing aromas of nougat, dried apples and flint at first, turning to floral notes of lilacs and honeysuckle with a hint of smoke. Medium-bodied with some oily texture, it has a creamy yet refined palate and a steely mineral aftertaste. Vibrant and featherlight yet concentrated. So excellent to drink now.\"\u003c\/em\u003e  (Feb 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2024 Chardonnay Lady Marjorie is elegant, delicate and wonderfully nuanced. Lemon oil, crushed rocks, mint, slate and sage are finely delineated in a transparent, crystalline Chardonnay that is so impressive. The Lady Marjorie is a blend of sites in the Sonoma Coast. It's such a pure, nuanced Chardonnay.\"\u003c\/em\u003e – Antonio Galloni (Jan 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-altitude coastal Chardonnay emphasizing tension, minerality, and electric natural acidity over oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative yeast fermentation and lees contact lend a silken texture without heavy wood weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpresses lemon curd, green apple, white flowers, and crushed sea-shell minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe chilled between 48°F and 52°F (avoid over-chilling to allow texture to shine).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo decanting needed; best served directly from the bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to appreciate its broad, high-toned aromatics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with pan-seared sea scallops, halibut in lemon-butter sauce, or herb-roasted chicken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/raen.jpg?v=1790859371\" alt='2024 RAEN, Chardonnay \"Lady Marjorie\", Sonoma Coast' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47909003264054,"sku":"SOMM2609-RAEN24LMJ-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RAEN_ChardonnayLadyMarjorie_SonomaCoast.png?v=1790621622"},{"product_id":"2024-raen-pinot-noir-sea-field-vineyard-fort-ross-seaview","title":"2024 RAEN, Pinot Noir \"Sea Field Vineyard,\" Fort Ross-Seaview","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eFounded by Carlo and Dante Mondavi, RAEN was built to push the boundary of extreme coastal viticulture along the Pacific rim. Carrying forward three generations of winemaking heritage, the brothers focus exclusively on cool-climate site expression through non-interventionist farming and traditional whole-cluster fermentations. Rising above mass-market California Pinot Noir, RAEN creates timeless, age-worthy wines that benchmark the true potential of the Sonoma Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003ePerched at 1,200 feet overlooking the ocean, the monochrome \"Sea Field\" vineyard yields a 100% whole-cluster Pinot Noir defined by high-altitude coastal power and floral lift. The nose opens with crushed violets, dark raspberries, pine needle, and wild sage, while the palate unfolds with dark-berry concentration and structural granite drive. Decidely ocean-drenched with vibrant acidity and refined tannins, this cuvée offers exceptional cellar potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points, James Suckling:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eAromas of seaweed, fresh and dried strawberries, salt and white pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, showing persistence, intensity and structure, with firm, muscular tannins. Long, lightly chewy finish. Needs three to four years to soften, but a solid wine. Best in 2028 and beyond.\" (Feb 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15.992646px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, Vinous Media:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"The 2024 Pinot Noir Sea Field is powerful and tightly wound. Dark-toned fruit, leather, cedar, spice, incense and dried rose petal infuse the 2024 with tons of complexity. This potent, deep Pinot Noir packs a tremendous punch. There's a lot of wine here, but this needs time to soften and for the mid-palate to emerge. There's a striking, crystalline purity here.\" - Antonio Galloni (Jan 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-vineyard bottling from iconic 1980 dry-farmed vines located just two miles from the ocean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% whole-cluster fermentation provides extraordinary botanical perfume and peppery lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrimming with tart red fruits, marine salinity, pine resin, and fine, chalky tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at a cool room temperature between 58°F and 62°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 45 minutes to let the tight coastal structure and whole-cluster spice unwind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to gather its expansive perfume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent alongside herb-crusted duck breast, venison carpaccio, or roasted squab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/carol_raen.jpg?v=1790859371\" alt='2024 RAEN, Pinot Noir \"Sea Field Vineyard,\" Fort Ross-Seaview' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47909009457206,"sku":"SOMM2609-RAEN24SFV-750","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RAEN_PinotNoirSeaFieldVineyard_FortRoss-Seaview.png?v=1790621033"},{"product_id":"2024-raen-pinot-noir-pacific-rock-vineyard-fort-ross-seaview","title":"2024 RAEN, Pinot Noir \"Pacific Rock Vineyard,\" Fort Ross-Seaview","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eRAEN is the vision of brothers Carlo and Dante Mondavi, who set out to create Burgundian-caliber Pinot Noir from the outer limits of the Sonoma Coast. By combining organic agriculture, native yeast fermentation, and old-world cellar techniques, RAEN elevates coastal micro-terroirs into world-class art. Their devotion to site clarity has quickly established RAEN as one of the most acclaimed and sought-after wine houses in the Americas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eThe inaugural debut of \"Pacific Rock\" from the famous McDougall vineyard earned a perfect 100-point score for its rare balance of power and haunting finesse. Surfacing with intense notes of black cherry, iron ore, iodine, and lavender, it coats the palate with dense, savory complexity anchored by crushed-slate salinity. Musigny-like in its persistence and structure, this landmark debut represents the pinnacle of high-elevation, coastal-influenced Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 Points, James Suckling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"An incredible debut wine, showing beautiful aromas of strawberries, cantaloupe, flint and dried seaweed, as well as iodine and dried flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, with Musigny-like power, a magical flex of tannins and closed, poised fruit. Endless. Nothing like this in California pinot noir. Drinkable now, but wait five years if you have the patience.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-vineyard site planted on fractured oceanic shale and rock high above the Pacific fog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a darker, more mineral and structured profile within RAEN's single-vineyard portfolio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpresses dark red cherries, black tea, iron ore, and crushed gravel minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at a cool room temperature between 58°F and 62°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 45 minutes to allow its tightly wound structure to open up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to channel its complex aromatics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with roasted lamb chops, pan-seared pork loin, or wild mushroom ragù.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/carol_raen.jpg?v=1790859371\" alt='2024 RAEN, Pinot Noir \"Pacific Rock Vineyard,\" Fort Ross-Seaview' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47909010047030,"sku":"SOMM2609-RAEN24PRV-750","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RAEN_PinotNoirPacificRockVineyard_FortRoss-Seaview.png?v=1790620788"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/RAEN-Winery-RAEN-video_img_1-11798.png?v=1790806386","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/raen-winery.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}