Chameleon Cellars
As the name implies, these wines are produced in a style that is
designed
to be a perfect match with almost any food or occasion!
Vineyards
Since 1995 Chameleon Cellars has produced small lots of wine from select sustainably farmed vineyards in Californias premiere winegrowing regions. Originally formed as a partnership between producer Owsley Brown III and Winemaker Jeff Popick, Chameloen is now wholly owned by the Magnanimus Wine Group as a respected addition to their green portfolio of wines. Begining in 2005, Owsley and Jeff began working with the consultation of Magnanimus winemaking team Steve Ryan and Paolo Caciorgna to refine the Chameleon wines and further blend old and new world winemaking style. These wines are crafted in a refreshing and fruity style that makes them great food wines. The aim is to retain the natural acidity and flavors for which Cal-Ital and Rhone style varietals are well known.
Winemaker
The three owners have always insisted on a hands-on approach and all share responsibility for all facets of winemaking. For the first five years, the wines were made at the Kent Rasmussen Winery in St. Helena. Beginning with vintage 2001, Moss Creek Winery in eastern Napa County has become the production and barrel aging headquarters for Chameleon Cellars where approximately 2500-3000 cases of wine are crafted per year. Stylistically, all of the wines feature bright fruit, moderate tannins, judicious use of French Oak, and above all, firm acidity which is the key to refreshing and food-enhancing wines. Harmony and balance are the hallmark of all of Chameleon Cellars' offerings, and as the name implies, these wines are produced in a style that is designed to be a perfect match with almost any food or occassion.
Grape Info
Location : California, USAVineyard : Napa Valley
Tasting Room : No
Website : Chameleon Website
