Le Chanceux

In 2002 Robert and Susan McNerney planted one acre of their small family estate with a French root stock of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in the Coombsville region of Napa, the newest AVA in the Napa Valley. Their aspiration was to make a premium wine to share with friends and family across the country and to share a small piece of their dream in the hand crafted wine they produced.

In 2008, they released their first vintage, “2006 Le Chanceux” (pronounced Luh Shuhn sue), French for “the lucky one”. It was a reminder to their three daughters how lucky they were to be blessed to live in the beautiful Napa Valley, a world destination where world class wines are produced.  

This first release brought them a Double Gold Medal from the 2010 Finger Lakes International competition. Double Gold Awards were given to only 42 out of 1500 wines entered worldwide.

The dream came to an abrupt halt when Robert was diagnosed with cancer in early 2010 and passed away after a six month battle. The dream changed with the loss of Robert, however the passion and willingness to share what the family has been blessed with has not. Finding strength and courage to continue, Susan is committed to attending fundraisers benefiting children while donating the use of the family’s guest suite in various auction lots. While pouring her small lot (200 case production) award winning wines, she loves sharing the story of how she became an accidental vintner.

 

Le Chanceux is now available through her website. Susan’s mantra: “May you always count your blessings & know how lucky you are….”