Balance.

Philosophy Shop Our Wines

Wines of balance, restraint, and longevity, fiercely following unwavering principles designated from the first vintage.

Established.

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Au Bon Climat has elevated Burgundian varietals on California's Central Coast earning Robert Parker's "Best Winery in the World" honor.

Pioneer.

Out Ahead The Mind Behind

He didn’t just walk the walk, Jim Clendenen paved the road as iconic winemaker, enthusiastic ambassador and guiding light for the local wine region.

Pursuit.

Our Culture Moving Forward

The original quest to create wines of balance, intrigue and longevity continues with a fresh approach

Clendenen Family Vineyards Au Bon Climat All Wines Experience. The integration of cool climate grapes and the richness and spice of French oak barrels and old-world winemaking techniques, creates a balanced wine that will provide enjoyment and age long into the future. Shop ABC Wines Clendenen Family Vineyards Au Bon Climat All Wines Passion. Created in 2000, the Clendenen Family brand is a project of passion. There is no doubt quality is here along with the ABC signature of balance, finesse, and longevity. Shop CFV Wines Clendenen Family Vineyards Au Bon Climat All Wines Breadth. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Aligoté, Gewürztraminer, Tocai Fruilano, and more varietals, lovingly produced with balance and character in mind. Shop All Wines A variety of wine bottles from Au Bon Climat including a 3-liter bottle assembled in front of an old riddling rack at the winery A collection of wine bottles with some wine in glasses from Clendenen Family Vineyards

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Inspiration. Jim’s love of the old-World wines of Burgundy, lead to the evolution of Au Bon Climat. Jim’s vision was to create a Burgundian inspired California wine. Our wine style has been consistent for over 40 vintages. The Mind Behind Legacy Jim Clendenen hitting golf balls from the tops of wine bottles Jim Clendenen looking at a glass of Tocai Fruilano wine
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