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Mountain Terroir

Mountain Terroir

THE ESSENCE OF TERROIR

Wines of distinction as an expression of place and time.

Situated at 1,500 feet along Napa Valley’s historic Old Toll Road, Knighton Family Vineyards occupies a site of rare distinction. In these northernmost reaches of the valley, ancient volcanic soils and dramatic elevation converge to create a true mountain terroir—yielding wines of poise, depth, and expressive clarity. Each vintage is a testament to the land’s singular voice, shaped by nature and guided by an uncompromising commitment to excellence.

California Napa Valley

Family Vineyard Facts

Located in the far northeastern corner of the Napa Valley our vineyards are up the historic Old Toll Road and perched 1000 to 1500 feet above the valley floor.

The property is on the steep slopes and quite literally in the clouds of Mt. St. Helena. Combining one of the most unique mountain-side terroirs in Napa, with the very best vineyard management and vintners we have assembled a premier team of people to produce only the highest quality wine.

Reached by taking the rather harrowing trip 3 miles up through the Palisades range northeast of Calistoga, Knighton Family Vineyards sits atop Jericho Canyon in Calistoga, California, which is becoming known as an epicenter for premier Cabernet Sauvignon. Vintners, past and present, that have produced magnificent cabernets from the area include Rudd Winery, Ramey Cellars, Jericho Canyon Vineyards and Vineyard 29. Volcanic soils, perfect exposure and the mountain climate all combine to provide a one-of-a-kind growing environment.

Planted

2004

Location

Jericho Canyon, Calistoga

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

Elevation

1000-1500 feet

Soils

Rocky, volcanic

Exposure

Southern

Slopes

Variable, up to 30%

Manager

Pina Vineyard Management

Rootstock

101-14, 420A

Clones

337, 4

The Art of Elevated Winemaking

Knighton Family Vineyards crafts elegant, limited-production wines born of a true mountain terroir—where elevation, refinement, and heritage converge.

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