Purlieu in the literal sense means “the edge of the forest” or “an outlying area.” For Purlieu Wines, “purlieu” symbolically refers to the their approach to winemaking, to exploring the outskirts and navigating the boundaries of what one may expect of a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon.
Purlieu Wines hail from the most prolific vineyard sites in the Napa Valley, and are finished in the hands of world-class winemaker - Julien Fayard. With more than two decades of winemaking expertise, Julien Fayard is one of Napa Valley’s most respected winemakers producing California varietals with French finesse. He believes in producing wines with an identity, exploiting what makes each one unique. Julien’s wines are a pure expression of their terroir, highlighting the specificities and characteristics of the fruit, vineyard management, soil and climate.