APPELLATION

 

The Howell Mountain Appellation was the first location distinct and unique enough to receive a sub-appellation designation. One of California’s most sought after, ultra-premium wine growing regions, located in the mountains east of St. Helena, this Napa Valley appellation spreads across the mountain slope, its elevation ranging from 1,400 - 2,300 feet above sea level — this is forestland with most of the surrounding acreage being unplantable.

The unique climate and rugged soil conditions found on Howell Mountain are the key to consistent achievement of excellent wines from this historic appellation. Warm days and cool nights in the summer give rise to a wonderfully balanced chemistry within each tiny berry. As Autumn comes to the mountain, a slight temperature inversion consistently appears, resulting in ripeness that unleashes the bold flavors and structured tannins for which Howell Mountain is famous. Sparse well-draining soils of volcanic ash and gravely loam work in conjunction with the unique micro-climate to produce small quantities of extraordinary fruit per acre.

 

To learn more about Howell Mountain, please visit: Howell Mountain Vintners & Growers Association

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