It comes as a surprise to many that Sangiovese is the grape used for the well-known Chianti, made in the Tuscany region of Italy. With the wave of Italian immigrants in the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century, producing Sangiovese in Sonoma and Napa Valley was common. As Cabernet became king, it soon replaced the Sangiovese varietal in the valley.
2020 celebrates Luna’s 25th anniversary when in 1995, the winery was born at the foot of the Silverado Trail in the Napa Valley. The Luna team set out to produce cherished Italian varietals like Pinot Grigio and Sangiovese.
Twenty-five years later, esteemed winemaker Shawna Miller and CEO Andre Crisp lead the winery with unique Sangiovese sourced from some of the best vineyard sites in Napa Valley, including Game Farm Vineyard in Oakville. In these shallow, rocky soils, the stressed vines produce superior quality Sangiovese.
With an ongoing passion for experimentation, Luna Vineyards dedicates itself to delivering exceptional quality, superior service, and a sustainable commitment to protect and preserve the valley’s abundance.
“We aim to make wines that are fun and food-friendly, and nothing represents that better than a versatile Italian wine. Sangiovese goes with every occasion and nearly every food item. That’s why we are celebrating Luna’s 25th anniversary, with the Year of Sangiovese.”
Shawna Miller, Chief Winemaker
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