90+ Points

Award Winning Wines

Discover the wines that have earned over 90 points from top critics. Crafted by award-winning winemakers Thomas Rivers Brown and Jeff Plant, these standout wines reflect our commitment to excellence.

Meet the Makers

Our winemakers guide each vintage from vineyard to bottle with a blend of instinct, science, and respect for the land — crafting wines that capture the story of each season.

Thomas Rivers Brown, consulting winemaker at Round Pond Estate, standing in the winery cellar with stainless steel fermentation tanks and wine barrels in the background. Napa Valley winemaking expert known for crafting award-winning wines.

Thomas Rivers Brown

Consulting Winemaker

One of Napa’s most acclaimed winemakers, Thomas has earned multiple 100-point scores and was named Winemaker of the Year by Food & Wine. He’s worked with top Cabernet producers like Schrader, Maybach, and Outpost, bringing exceptional skill and vision to every bottle.

Jeff Plant

Estate Winemaker

A Napa native, Jeff began his career under the mentorship of Tom Rinaldi and Chris Cooney. He joined Round Pond in 2015 as cellar master and steadily grew into his role as estate winemaker. He brings a deep respect for the vineyard and sees each vintage as a chance to craft something exceptional.

Jeff Plant, Estate Winemaker at Round Pond Estate, holding a glass of red wine in the barrel room. Surrounded by stacks of French oak barrels, Jeff crafts wines that reflect the character of Napa Valley with precision and care.
Rachel Jess, Assistant Winemaker at Round Pond Estate, smiling with a glass of red wine in hand in the estate barrel room. Surrounded by stacks of aging oak barrels, Rachel brings thoughtful craftsmanship and energy to Napa Valley winemaking.

Rachel Jess

Assistant Winemaker

Rachel earned her degree in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis, drawn to winemaking for its mix of science and creativity. After her first harvest at Round Pond, she gained experience in Australia and the Russian River Valley before returning as assistant winemaker. She loves the hands-on nature of the job and watching each wine evolve.