Corley Estate Vineyards
Corley Family Napa Valley, operating under the Monticello Vineyards label, is a family-owned winery established in 1969 by Jay Corley. He acquired a Prohibition-era prune orchard in Napa Valley and transformed it into a vineyard, naming it Monticello after Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate, reflecting his admiration for Jefferson's passion for wine and architecture.
The winery spans 80 acres and includes vineyards, a tasting room, and hospitality facilities, making it a destination for wine enthusiasts since the 1980s. The Corley family manages five vineyards across Napa Valley, located in the Oak Knoll District, Yountville, Rutherford, and St. Helena. This diverse range of vineyards allows them to produce wines that capture the distinct soils and microclimates of the region.
