The Newton property on Napa’s Spring Mountain was destroyed by last September’s Glass fire. Now begins the road to recovery… Six thousand charred dead trees. Two years. That’s what needs to be cleared and removed at Napa’s Newton Vineyard, and how long it’s likely to take. And then there’s the
The Spring Mountain District was referenced in three of four wines chosen to blind taste in an episode on Somm TV. Tune in to www.sommtv.com to see Blind Tasting Sessions: Episode 3 | Kelli White & Dave Gibbs and see how Ritchie Creek, Stony Hill and Smith-Madrone played a part!
As the 2021 growing season is rapidly approaching, and we turn our attention towards the opportunity of a new vintage at Vineyard 7 & 8, we also take time to reflect on the year that was 2020. A year marked by the pandemic, and of course the horrific Glass Fire
Sheldon Richards, Paloma Vineyard, is proud to announce inclusion of 3rd generation family members taking more active roles. Jace Richards is focused on social media. His wife, Cait Richards, launched our new website several weeks ago… Finally, Caston Richards, is managing all e-commerce. All that allows Sheldon to focus on
We have been brought great joy in seeing the rebuild of Sherwin Family Vineyards come along so well. All of the hard work put forth by Steve Sherwin and his team shines light on the resilience that we must contain to move forward during tough times. The rebuild and situation
Dear valued guests, We are excited and honored to share that Stony Hill Vineyard has begun a bright journey under new ownership. The Lawrence Family and I are humbled to have the opportunity to continue Stony Hill’s legacy while preserving and developing this estate’s great history and heritage. It is
Last-minute gifts? Explore the Ballard Vineyards wines via their website or call to order one of their amazing wines or gift sets!
Riesling Vertical A drumroll please…. We’ve spent some time in the cellar and have assembled an unusual vertical of Riesling. A Six Bottle Vertical Collection of Smith-Madrone Riesling: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019: The 2014 and 2015 vintages are only available in very small quantities in the winery library.
Our Virtual Visit Collections make great gifts! Our Virtual Visit Collections provide a great opportunity to taste some of our most popular and sought after wines. Included with each gift pack is the opportunity to schedule a live virtual tasting with one of our engaging and enlightening wine educators. Perfect
What. A. Year! Every one of us has been challenged in one way or another in 2020 (or in one way AND another), so perhaps, it’s time to reflect on what this year has brought, while looking forward to brighter days ahead. And what better way to do that than