Spring Mountain District

Known for: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Climate: Above the fog line; cool evenings; volcanic and sedimentary soils

One of Napa's most dramatic mountain AVAs, Spring Mountain rises steeply above St. Helena's western edge. Dense, structured wines with high natural acidity and the capacity to age for 20+ years.

Winery~Town/Area~Website~Notes

Spring Mountain Vineyard St. Helena springmountainvineyard.com Victorian estate; single-vineyard mountain Cabernet; appeared in the TV series Falcon Crest

Pride Mountain Vineyards St. Helena pridewines.com Straddles Napa/Sonoma border; critically acclaimed Cabernet and Viognier

Paloma Vineyard St. Helena palomavineyard.com Tiny production; high-elevation Merlot of cult status

Smith-Madrone Vineyards St. Helena smithmadrone.com Family estate since 1971; Riesling a surprising and delightful specialty