You might know HALL for their Cabernets. But they make a killer range of wines outside of their world-class Cabernets. For years they have been producing one of the best Sauvignon Blanc wines for the price in the valley. HALL was founded in 1992 by visionaries Katheryn and Craig Hall, and over time they built one of Napa’s most beautiful, state of the art, wineries that is quite simply a must visit for any serious Napa enophile. This is one of the most fun, electric and beautiful spots to taste in the Napa Valley.
HALL also have two outstanding separate lines, WALT (focusing on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay) and BACA (focusing on Zinfandel) that are seriously good in their own right. These brands have performed remarkably well since their inception. I adore the new 2025 WALT Rose (OB, 92) which is fresh, viscous and shows a glorious range of red fruits. One of the most consistent wines in the HALL lineup has been the HALL 2025 ‘Napa Valley’ Sauvignon Blanc (OB, 92) which offers amazing typicity and mouthfeel. Learn more about these great wines at hallwines.com Here are the fantastic new release wines by HALL.
2025 HALL ‘Napa Valley’ Sauvignon Blanc- The delicious and very juicy 2025 HALL ‘Napa Valley’ Sauvignon Blanc was stored in all stainless steel before bottling. Kiwi, starfruit and juicy sweet gooseberry notes collide with green melon and copious minerals on the palate. A gorgeous wine that is also a killer value, enjoy this beauty in the sun. Drink 2026-2032- 92
2025 WALT Rose- The 2025 WALT Rose was sourced from several locations for Pinot Noir throughout California. This is rich, beautifully-textured stuff with loads of cranberry, pomegranate seed and guava fruits alongside Mandarin orange zest. It is impossible to resist in its mineral-laden youth. Drink 2026-2032- 92
2024 WALT ‘Sonoma Coast’ Chardonnay- Soft, inviting and very delicious, the very saline-driven 2024 ‘Sonoma Coast’ Chardonnay offers bright pear and brioche notes on the palate, with suggestions of cloves and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied with a smooth mouthfeel, enjoy now and over the next eight years. Drink 2026-2034- 93
2024 WALT ‘Sangiacomo Vineyard’ Chardonnay- The stunning 2024 ‘Sangiacomo’ utilizes Old Wente Clonal Selection Chardonnay. This is dense and unctuous stuff on the mouth, with terrific viscosity. It is loaded with citrus, melon and tropical fruits alongside shortbread notes on the palate. Showing glorious length, this has both the richness and finesse to enjoy over the next ten years. Drink 2026-2036- 94