Robert (Bob) Foley began his wine making career in the Napa Valley in 1977, after graduating from UC Davis with degrees in both Viticulture and Enology. He spent his first year working for Heitz Cellars, followed by 15 years as the founding winemaker for Markham Vineyards. In 1992, Bob began another 15 years as the founding winemaker for Pride Mountain Vineyards. During this period, he also created the highly acclaimed Switchback Ridge, Hourglass, Paloma, and School House wines. He now focuses mostly on Robert Foley Vineyards wines, but also creates the offerings from Shelter, Padis Vineyards, Engel Family, Herson Family Vineyards, and JennaMarise in the Napa Valley. In 1998, Robert Foley Vineyards bottled its flagship Claret and has since expanded and diversified its production to offer more of the big reds for which Bob is famous.

Begninning in 2018, Bob makes a 100% Chardonnay from Napa Valley fruit. White peach, star jasmine and gardenia aromas mingle with a trace of vanilla. Bright fresh flavors evolve on the mid-palate and vibrantly burst in a delicious framework of fresh natural acidity. This wine is crafted in a vibrant, energetic style that avoids the heavy hands of malolactic fermentation and excessive oak.