NAPA VS. SONOMA EXPERIENCE

HOW ARE THE BRANDS DIFFERENT NAPA CELLARS FOLIE à DEUX Established in 1976 over 40 years ago in Oakville; 44th winery in Napa Valley Solely sourced from Napa Valley, these wines capture the true essence of the Valley in every bottle. Napa Valley’s varied microclimates and soils make it possible to grow a variety of wine grapes. Captures the classic, unmistakable style of Napa Valley, with rich, ripe fruit, balanced acidity and carefully selected oak. Founded in 1981 by two psychiatrists, acquired by Trinchero in 2004 Named after the psychological condition meaning: “a shared psychosis between two people.” Exclusively sourced from Sonoma’s legendary appellations where each variety thrives in local terroir. Sustainable farming and true-to-varietal wines that evoke a sense of place and true Sonoma.

SONOMA COUNTY DIFFERENT HOW ARE NAPA VALLEY AND SONOMA COUNTY DIFFERENT NAPA VALLEY SONOMA COUNTY

MEET NAPA CELLARS WINEMAKER JOE SHIRLEY ABOUT Joined Trinchero Family Estates in 1999 Has worked for Napa Cellars since 2006 Raised in Napa Valley; now makes his home with his family in Sonoma County. Master of Science in Enology, University of California at Davis. Started his winemaking career at Sonoma–Cutrer. Personal goal: To see a game in every MLB stadium in the U.S. Enjoys beer, power tools crossword puzzles and once bowled a 252. Considers his current position his “dream job”

MEET Folie à Deux Winemaker Domenica Totty ABOUT Joined Folie à Deux in 2017 The Sonoma County native grew up in the eclectic, agricultural town of Sebastopol. Earned a degree in fermentation science from the University of California, Davis Her natural aptitude for science and a passion for creativity led her toward a career in winemaking Worked nearly 20 years in various roles at Beaulieu Vineyard Her experience has given her a profound understanding of how great wine is made – in the vineyard.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE

NAPA VALLEY AVA FAST FACTS TOTAL ACREAGE Covers 225,300 total acres 46,000 vineyard acres (20% of total land) 22,868 Cabernet Sauvignon 6,445 Chardonnay 4,583 Merlot 2,789 Pinot Noir 2,789 Sauvignon Blanc 1,317 Zinfandel George C. Yount planted the first grapes here in 1839. Napa Valley is California’s first AVA (1981). There are now 16 sub–AVAs within the Napa Valley AVA. Napa Valley is one of the smallest wine regions in the world as only 4% of California wines are from here. Vineyards range in elevations from sea level to 2,600 feet (800 meters) above sea level. There are over 470 physical wineries in Napa County producing more than 1,000 different wine brands and are 95% family owned. Judgement of Paris: 1976 As reported on Napa Valley Vintners

NAPA VALLEY SOIL, CLIMATE AND SUB–AVA’S SOIL Napa Valley has the greatest soil diversity found in winegrowing regions around the world. Half of the world’s soil orders are found here. SUB–AVA’S There are now 16 sub–AVAs nestled within the Napa Valley AVA. CLIMATE classified as Mediterranean.

SONOMA COUNTY AVA FAST FACTS TOTAL ACREAGE Covers 1,131,520 total acres 62,000 vineyard acres (6% of total land) RUSSIAN RIVER 15,000+ vineyard acres 6,300 + acres of Chardonnay ALEXANDER VALLEY 15,000 vineyard acres 900+ acres of Cabernet Sauvignon 140 acres of Merlot DRY CREEK VALLEY 9,000+ vineyard acres 2,400 acres of Zinfandel Sonoma Coast 26,099 vineyard acres 6,675 acres of Pinot Noir Long wine growing history, dating back to the early 1800’s when Russian Colonists planted grapes at Fort Ross (Sonoma Coast). By 1989, wine grapes were Sonoma County’s top money–making crop, replacing dairy, grain and fruit. There are 18 sub-AVA’s in Sonoma County. 7% of California wines are from here. Sonoma County grows more than 60 varieties of wine grapes. Over 400 small and family owned wineries call Sonoma County home. Many are in their 3rd and 4th generations of ownership. California’s first commercial winery was founded here in 1857.

SONOMA COUNTY SOIL, CLIMATE AND SUB–AVA’S SOIL Sonoma County has more soil types than the entirety of France. SUB–AVA’S There are 18 sub–AVA’s within Sonoma County. CLIMATE There is more of a coastal influence in Sonoma than in Napa Valley.

CHARDONNAY NAPA CELLARS Napa Valley Appellation including south Napa Valley, Oak Knoll and Carneros Fermented and aged 8 months in French oak barrels 24% new tight grain oak Aromas of baked apple, ripe pear and lemon zest Flavors of green apple, orange zest and pastry with crisp acidity and full body FOLIE à DEUX Russian River Valley AVA Fermented in French, American and Hungarian barrels (22% new oak) 85% barrel aged for 6 months Aromas sweet melon, golden apple and bright tropical, perfumed pear Bright vanilla, mandarin, toasted marshmallow with butterscotch and citrus blossom NAPC: 2017 FLDX: 2017

PINOT NOIR NAPA CELLARS Premier vineyards in south Napa Valley Underwent the délestage method removing seeds, though skin remained in contact with juice Fermented in 28% new tight grain French oak barrels for 10 months Aromas dried cherries, tart plum, earthy notes, cola and mushroom Dark berry with vanilla, toasted pie crust notes and a bit of cocoa FOLIE à DEUX Sonoma Coast AVA Fermented in French oak barrels (33% new) 9 months barrel aged Enticing aromas of black cherry, plum, soy, chocolate nibs and coffee Rich, powerful and mouth- watering with supple flavors of ripe strawberry and vanilla oak with a smooth mouthfeel NAPC: 2016 FLDX: 2017

MERLOT NAPA CELLARS Napa Valley Appellation, 88% Oak Knoll Underwent the délestage method removing seeds, though skin remained in contact with juice Aged 19 months in 100% French oak (30% new oak) Aromas of blackberry, black cherry, ripe plum and hints of rose petal, spice and cedar Flavors of ripe blackberry and cherries, with nutty vanilla, spice and cedar notes on the finish FOLIE à DEUX Alexander Valley AVA Fermented in French, American and Hungarian barrels (31% new oak) Various toasting profiles Aged 17 months in barrel Dark berry, blueberry and plum aromas with dried tea characteristics and hints of graphite Flavors of cherry, black raspberry and vanilla oak NAPC: 2016 FLDX: 2016

ZINFANDEL NAPA CELLARS Napa Valley AVA 3 day cold soak, pressed early 19 months in French and American oak (42% new oak) Aromas fresh blackberry, anise, bits of clove, cassis, spicy black pepper and saffron Flavors of brambly fruit, figs, dark toasty notes, vanilla and cocoa are threaded with hints of cedar FOLIE à DEUX Dry Creek Valley AVA French and American oak (29% new oak) Underwent the délestage method removing seeds, though skin remained in contact with juice Expressive black cherry, mocha and strawberry jam aromas framed by hints of white pepper and clove Bright acidity, silky tannins and juicy fruits NAPC: 2016 FLDX: 2014

CABERNET SAUVIGNON NAPA CELLARS Napa Valley AVA Macerated for 12-21 days to maximize color Aged 20 months in 100% French oak (39% new oak) Aromas of roasted coffee and mocha with faint floral notes Flavors of bright blackberry, cherry and red currant with a toasted mid-palate FOLIE à DEUX Alexander Valley AVA 11–18 day maceration period Aged 22 months in French, American and Hungarian oak barrels (27% new oak) Aromas of juicy blackberry, cassis, and Earl Grey tea sit atop spicy oak notes Flavors of vanilla, toasty oak and tobacco with a hint of vanilla NAPC: 2016 FLDX: 2016

TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q.

QUESTION 1 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which brand was established in 1976? Folie à Deux Napa Cellars

QUESTION 2 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which brand was established in 1976? Folie à Deux Napa Cellars

QUESTION 1 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which has more vineyard acres? Napa or Sonoma? Napa Sonoma

QUESTION 1 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which has more vineyard acres? Napa or Sonoma? Napa Sonoma

QUESTION 2 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. How many Sub–AVA’s are located in the Napa Valley? 13 21 16

QUESTION 2 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. How many Sub–AVA’s are located in the Napa Valley? 13 21 16

QUESTION 3 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. How many AVA’s are located in Sonoma County? 23 17 18

QUESTION 3 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. How many AVA’s are located in Sonoma County? 23 17 18

QUESTION 4 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which Mountain range separates Napa from Sonoma? Mayacamas Sierra’s Mount St. Helena

QUESTION 4 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which Mountain range separates Napa from Sonoma? Mayacamas Sierra’s Mount St. Helena

QUESTION 5 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which AVA, Napa or Sonoma, has more of a coastal influence? Neither, both are marine influenced equally Napa Valley Sonoma County

QUESTION 5 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Which AVA, Napa or Sonoma, has more of a coastal influence? Neither, both are marine influenced equally Napa Valley Sonoma County

QUESTION 6 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Approximately how many soil types does Napa Valley have? 50 100 200

QUESTION 6 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Approximately how many soil types does Napa Valley have? 50 100 200

QUESTION 7 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Sonoma County has more soil types than the entirety of ________? France Spain Italy

QUESTION 7 TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. Sonoma County has more soil types than the entirety of ________? France Spain Italy

TIE–BREAKER TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. What % of wine comes from the Napa Valley? From Sonoma County? 6%; 8% 1%; 3% 4%; 7%

TIE–BREAKER TEST YOUR NAPA VS. SONOMA I.Q. What % of wine comes from the Napa Valley? From Sonoma County? 6%; 8% 1%; 3% 4%; 7%

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