60 years in the making, Trailside Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine of vision, of fascination, of exploration. A geological wonder. A love child of Napa Valley. The Lawrence family of Heitz Cellar and Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac have converged on pedigreed soil in the heart of Rutherford. Together, finding something that was hiding in plain sight.
Until now.
New wines from old soils.
Trailside Vineyard, tucked away in Rutherford's east side in Napa Valley, is a storied site where history meets innovation. This unique vineyard, shaped by diverse geological features—from volcanic slopes and sandy river shores to granite boulders—offers a terroir unlike any other. Carlton McCoy, Master Sommelier and CEO of Lawrence Wine Estates, recognized the potential of this storied vineyard and sought to craft a wine that would honor Napa’s classic roots while embracing a modern approach.
To bring his vision to life, Carlton enlisted an old friend, Jeremy Seysses, of the legendary Domaine Dujac. Seysses is celebrated for his ability to explore and express the nuances of a vineyard with precision and creativity. Carlton’s brief to him was simple: “Make wines you will enjoy drinking, in a style that you love.”
The debut vintage of Trailside Cabernet Sauvignon is the culmination of this vision. With meticulous attention to detail, Jeremy has crafted a wine that is vibrant, complex, and true to its origins. Jeremy had the idea to incorporate whole clusters and a submerged cap in the fermentation—a calculated risk that defies convention in the Napa Valley. Trailside is a testament to the art of winemaking, where tradition and innovation converge to create something truly special.
What people are saying
“This new wine wowed me. It's rich and satisfying and oh-so-smooth, with soft mineral and and fruit flavors, a tiny hint of mint chocolate, and impeccable balance.”
– Elin McCoy, Best New Wine of the Month, Bloomberg
“Trailside Vineyard isn’t open to the public—but then, you’re not the public. This is your invitation to step inside Napa’s most talked-about new vineyard alongside Carlton McCoy himself, the sommelier-turned-vintner rewriting the rules of American Cabernet. For one extraordinary day, McCoy will be your personal guide through the 85-acre Rutherford estate where he’s joined forces with Burgundy’s Domaine Dujac to craft a wine that already has collectors clamoring.”
– Robb Report
