{"title":"Philip Togni Wines","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Philip Togni has made many great wines that have clearly stood the test of time.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Robert Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilip Togni Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e has remained one of Napa Valley's most endearing wineries since its 1975 inception, specializing in \u003cstrong\u003emountain-grown Cabernets from the cool climate, Spring Mountain AVA.\u003c\/strong\u003e The estate was founded by the eponymous, Philip Togni, a renowned winemaker who mastered the craft under \u003cstrong\u003eEmile Peynaud and produced the legendary 1969 Chappellet Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/strong\u003e Today, Togni and his wife Birgitta lead the operations, while their daughter, Lisa, leads the winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhilip Togni Winery: Post-Prohibition Napa Beginnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Togni was born and raised in England, first gaining an appreciation for wine during his time in the British Army. While stationed in Algeria, Togni tasted many Burgundian wines, though later took a job with Shell in South America. Weary of oil exploration, Togni took a trip to Spain where he crossed paths with \u003cstrong\u003eMaynard Amarine\u003c\/strong\u003e, who notified the young winemaker of a new winemaking program at \u003cstrong\u003ethe University of Bordeaux.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogni and five other students became the program's inaugural graduates, gaining immeasurable experience under the\u003cstrong\u003e legendary Emile Peynaud.\u003c\/strong\u003e During his time in the program, Philip Togni worked at\u003cstrong\u003e Chateau Lascombes\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1956 vintage, then moved to Napa Valley and worked at \u003cstrong\u003eMayacamas Vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1959 vintage. Smaller stints included work at Gallo and Inglenook, before taking a job as the inaugural winemaker at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/winery-chappellet-pritchard-hill\" title=\"Chappellet Winery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChappellet Vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Togni gained a reputation as one of California's greatest winemakers, \u003cstrong\u003ecrafting the 1969 Chappellet Cabernet Sauvignon,\u003c\/strong\u003e which has since become one of Napa Valley's most legendary wines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades of stellar work, Philip Togni and his wife purchased a small 10-acre plot in Spring Mountain, planting Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot vines. The couple experienced a small spout with phylloxera, then undertook an extensive replanting project throughout the early 1990s. Following the project, Philip Togni Winery began producing some of Napa Valley's greatest mountain-grown, boutique Cabernets, \u003cstrong\u003econsistently earning acclaim from top critics like Robert Parker. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhilip Togni: Vineyard and Terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Togni Winery is home to \u003cstrong\u003e10-acres in the heart of the Spring Mountain AVA, \u003c\/strong\u003eone of Napa Valley's longest standing appellations. When Togni and his wife first purchased the land, vines from the late 19th century still stood, though were eventually replanted. The pair planted the site to\u003cstrong\u003e 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Today, many of the vines date back to the mid 1980s, with the youngest vines planted in 1997. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spring Mountain AVA is possibly Napa's coolest-climate appellation, experiencing small diurnal shifts, with cooler daytime temperatures and warmer nighttime temperatures than valley-floor vineyards. At \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 feet above sea level\u003c\/strong\u003e, the vineyard produces classic, \u003cstrong\u003eintense, mountain-grown fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, resulting in notes of cedar, spices, and cassis, and displaying a\u003cstrong\u003e texture and profile similar to classed Bordeaux wines. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhilip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon is cited as a \u003cstrong\u003e\"Margaux-type blend\"\u003c\/strong\u003e by the estate, with critics like Robert Parker comparing the wine to\u003cstrong\u003e First Growth Pauillac's.\u003c\/strong\u003e Only 2,000 cases are produced each vintage, with a small portion kept for 10, 20, and 30-year re-releases. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines have been \u003cstrong\u003edescribed as\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eartisanal, tannic, and acidic blends \u003c\/strong\u003ethat are made to last in the cellar for decades. Unlike neighboring Napa wineries that emphasize rich and opulent blends made for youthful drinking. Philip Togni wines possess an \"old-school\" approach, underlying the winemaker's 65+ year experience in the industry. Some of the most \u003cstrong\u003enotable Philip Togni Cabernet includes the 1994, 1997, and 2001 vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e, all gaining 98+ point scores from reputable critics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdd Philip Togni Wine To Your Cellar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt less than $200 per bottle in top vintages, Philip Togni wines represent one of Napa Valley's greatest values. These wines possess one of the region's most storied histories and provide more than just a great drinking experience— they showcase the incredible journey of Napa Valley's prominence over the last 4 decades. Browse our collection of in-stock Philip Togni wines and add a bottle to your collection today. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"togni-1994-750ml","title":"1994 Philip Togni, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"AG96 \"The 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is one of the first Togni wines I tasted with some age, where I started to see how these wines develop in bottle. It remains super expressive, with tons of graphite, savory and mineral character. The 1994 is not quite as opulent as some wines, but rather a Cabernet built on energy and vertical drive. It’s a style I personally find very appealing.\" Antonio Galloni for VM Dec 2025 \u003cbr\u003ePhilip Togni, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley","brand":"Togni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963583213627,"sku":"USR:TOG:TOGN-0750-1994-F0L0C0","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USRTOGTOGN-0750-1994-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1778882787"},{"product_id":"2016-philip-togni-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-bottle-750ml","title":"2016 Philip Togni, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"DR98 \"The 2016 vintage ushered in a cool August, and the wines are gaining richness and depth as of 2024, nearly a decade on. The 2016 Philip Togni Cabernet presents a deep crimson hue and is immediately super aromatic upon pulling the cork. You'll find bright, dusty minerals, cassis, dried florals, and herbs on the nose. The palate is wonderfully expressive, with layers of black cherry fruit intertwined with subtle tobacco notes. Savoury elements course through this wine, revealing hints of charcuterie, tanned leather, and loamy earth. Medium-bodied, it builds richness on the palate, gaining depth and complexity with air while remaining incredibly youthful. Compact and marked by firm tannins, with a long, saline mineral thread that carries through to an extended finish. This wine can be thoroughly enjoyed alone or paired with a meal.\" JC for DR Aug 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96+ \"Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate reveals a wonderfully spicy nose of cinnamon stick, cloves, fenugreek and cumin seed over a core of cassis, kirsch, black raspberries and spearmint with nuances of lavender and forest floor. Medium-bodied, the palate is laden with energetic red and black berry flavors, framed by ripe, finely grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and perfumed.\" LPB for TWA Dec 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRobert Parker writes, \"I want to acknowledge a wine Philip Togni produced early in his career at Chappellet, the 1969 Cabernet Sauvignon. Recently, one of my dearest friends, Dr. Jay Miller, was feting his 60th birthday, and brought a bottle of this wine along with a collection of profound museum pieces. Togni’s ‘69 may be one of the greatest California Cabernet Sauvignons I have ever tasted. Every bottle I have had seems to get better and better. It is both a monument to California Cabernet Sauvignon and an homage to a feisty British-born winemaker who continues to turn out some of the world’s most interesting wines.\" Published: Dec 25, 2005\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAntonio Galloni for RobertParker.com writes, \"Philip Togni, along with his wife Birgitta and daughter Lisa continue to turn out some of the most distinctive and age worthy Cabernet Sauvignons in Napa Valley. Togni remains a benchmark, reference point producer for Napa Valley, with pricing that is incredibly consumer friendly.\" Published: Dec 26, 2012","brand":"Togni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49363818905837,"sku":"USR:TOG:TOGN-0750-2016-F0L0C0","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USRTOGTOGN-0750-2016-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1774031133"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/collections\/Togni_Collection.jpg?v=1737158332","url":"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/philip-togni-wine.oembed","provider":"Grand Cru Liquid Assets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}