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Fortunati—which translates to lucky in Italian, a nod to the founder and winemakers' last name and Italian heritage—is located on the Oak Knoll District valley floor, with spacious up valley views of Napa Valley and the surrounding Mayacamas and Vaca Mountain Ranges. A strong, marine bay influence, coupled with foggy mornings and cool summer nights, creates cooler temperatures and higher humidity. This preserves brighter aromas and fruit flavors for which Oak Knoll District wines are highly celebrated.

From estate-grown Rosé, Viognier, Malbec, Syrah and proprietary dessert wine to carefully blended classic red varietals, the widely acclaimed and highly rated Fortunati lineup offers some of Napa Valley's best-known Chardonnay and multiple Cabernet Sauvignons as well as Pinot Noir and Zinfandel. Wines are produced in very small lots and are acquired exclusively from the winery.

Gary and Ellen (Reich) Luchtel developed their passion for enjoying wine while in college, exploring local and wine regions worldwide. These adventures led to home winemaking experiments, which led to commercial winemaking beginning in 1999. Their hobby took on a new path in 2003 when they purchased a parcel in the not-yet-named Oak Knoll District.

By using natural farming and winemaking techniques to deliver the best expression of the wines, along with natural-yeast fermentations, and other natural and sustainable practices, they showcase the diversity of Napa Valley winegrowing through a rare lineup of varietals and representation of the Oak Knoll District.

The lucky winner will take home:

·  A private ‘VIP Tasting’ with 6 ultra- premium winery-exclusive wines, paired with cheeses, dried fruit and nuts for six guests.

·  A large format bottle (1.5L) of the 2019 Fortunati Bordeaux Blend signed by the winemaker

·  Diverse six-bottle wine pack, including one each of the following: 2020 Fortivo Red Bordeaux Blend, 2021 Estate Malbec, 2021 Vinto Estate Syrah, 2022 Zinfandel, 2022 Chardonnay, 2023 Estate Rose

·  The beautiful coffee table book, Wine Dogs of California, featuring Fortunati's winery dogs Haley and London.

Tasting must be booked at least 14 days in advance and is subject to availability.