Aaron Pott

Aaron Pott is a renowned Napa Valley winemaker celebrated for his expertise in crafting expressive, terroir-driven wines. With a deep-rooted passion for viticulture and a philosophy centered on letting the land speak through the bottle, Pott has established himself as one of the most respected vintners in California. His journey in wine began at the University of California, Davis, where he studied enology. His career took off in Bordeaux, where he honed his skills under Michel Rolland at Château Troplong Mondot in Saint-Émilion and later at Château La Tour Figeac. Upon returning to the U.S., Pott held influential winemaking positions at St. Clement and Quintessa before founding his own label, Pott Wine. Known for his poetic storytelling, his take on “What’s the Problem?” is both thought-provoking, and grounding. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ehlersestate.substack.com