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.
Reserve Club
Vineyard Club
Ava Grace Club
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