Claire Ducrocq Weinkauf, a French native grew up in Auvergne; the land of Volcanoes and fabulous cheeses. Inspired by the power of a Mouton Rothschild, she earned a wine degree in Chile and then embarked for France to work harvest in St Emilion and the Cte du Rhne. While working in South America, she met Paul Hobbs and got a job first at Via Cobos in Mendoza then in California. After numerous opportunities to taste amazing wines and meet wine industry leaders, Claire started a consulting company in 2010. Claire de Lune Consulting focuses on helping fantastic producers including Matthiasson Wines, Anomaly Vineyards, Morlet Family Estate, Cowhorn Winery and more to grow their businesses. Claire lives in Calistoga with husband Aron Weinkauf-Winemaker at Spottswoode Winery and their two children.

ABOUT PICAYUNE CELLARS & MERCANTILE

Made in the ngociant style by French Native Claire Weinkauf, each Picayune wine embraces the purity and intensity of California fruit, yet keeps its drinkability with balance and finesse on the palette.

Picayune (pronounced pee-ka-'yn) means a little bit in regional French. Our tasting room and mercantile store is located in downtown Calistoga, and welcomes wine lovers seven days a week to enjoy one of our fantastic wines. Picayune also serves as a curated shopping experience with an eclectic selection of amazing artisans including French Master Knife makers, Native American ledger artists, a local silk scarf maker and more. As Napa Valleys most enchanting winery, tasting room and mercantile store, you can expect to unlock treasures and create memories when you choose Picayune.

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