
Spring Mountain Wine Napa Valley, California
Learn about Spring Mountain wine, common tasting notes, where the region is and more ...
Above the town of St. Helena on the eastern slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains sits the Spring Mountain District.
A dynamic region, its vineyards, cut by numerous springs and streams, vary in elevation, slope and aspect. Soils differ throughout with over 20 distinct types inside of the 8,600 acres that define the appellation. Within that area, only about 1,000 are planted to vineyards. Predominantly farmed by small, independent producers, the region currently has just over 30 wineries.
During the growing season, late afternoon Pacific Ocean breezes reach the Spring Mountain vineyards, which sit at between 400 and 1,200 feet. Daytime temperatures during mid summer and early fall remain slightly cooler than those of the valley floor.
Spring Mountain soils—volcanic matter and sedimentary rock—create intense but balanced reds with lush and delicate tannins. The area excels with Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot and in some cooler spots, Chardonnay.
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Keenan Chardonnay 2019Chardonnay from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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Barnett Vineyards Rattlesnake Cabernet Sauvignon 2019Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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Barnett Vineyards Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2018Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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Keenan Upper Bowl Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2018Cabernet Franc from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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Keenan Mernet Reserve 2017Bordeaux Red Blends from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon 2017Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
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