LEVY & McCLELLAN is the product of the husband and wife team, Robert Levy and Martha McClellan, who after years of practicing the skills of their shared passion for winemaking at other well known estates, have united their individual experiences to an independent endeavor of their own.
Robert Levy, the founding winemaker and director of vineyards for HARLAN ESTATE, Napa Valley California, has been there since its inception, 26 years ago. His scope of talents now include both BOND ESTATES and THE NAPA VALLEY RESERVE, where he oversees the production of wines from some of the greatest vineyard sites in Napa Valley.
Martha McClellan worked making the wines at Harlan Estate from 1995 through 2000. In 2001 she took over the winemaking and vineyard direction at SLOAN ESTATE, a well renowned Napa Valley winery and vineyards located in the hills of Rutherford where she continues to make the wines today. Also under her direction is an estate property in development since 1999, CHECKERBOARD VINEYARDS, whhich is currently celebrating its premier launch with the 2007 vintage.
The philosophy for LEVY & McCLELLAN has evolved based on the same exacting standards and unyielding dedication that has marked the other wines they make. The grapes come from their family owned vineyard nestled in the western foothills above Napa Valley. Presently in its twelfth season, the meticulous detail employed in the selection of the site, the planting and the viticultural care gives testament to their committed goal as stewards of the land and in capturing and expressing to the fullest, the character and essence of this unique and diverse vineyard.