About Barnett Vineyards
Barnett Vineyards is a Spring Mountain estate above St. Helena, where steep vineyard blocks and broad valley views define the appointment. The experience is intentionally small and hosted, giving guests time to discuss the property and current releases without the pace of a public tasting bar. The mountain drive is part of the visit and should be considered when scheduling.
The guided flight currently includes five wines, with Cabernet Sauvignon and mountain-grown red wines playing important roles. Depending on the release schedule, guests may also taste Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir or single-vineyard selections sourced beyond the estate. The host can explain how elevation and slope influence the Spring Mountain wines.
Appointments are offered daily at limited fixed times, currently 10:00 a.m., noon and 3:00 p.m. The tasting is listed at $125 per person. Standard reservations are designed for smaller groups, and parties of seven or more must contact the winery. Visitors should confirm age, pet and accessibility rules during booking because the mountain property and private format can impose limitations.
Spring Mountain Road is winding, and travel takes longer than the distance from St. Helena suggests. Guests should use the winery's directions, avoid arriving in oversized vehicles without confirmation and leave generous time before the next reservation. Weather can change the visibility and outdoor portion of the appointment.
Barnett is best for mountain Cabernet drinkers, couples and small groups seeking scenery and direct hosting. It should be treated as an anchor appointment rather than a quick stop. The Wino Notion page should emphasize the limited daily times, price and mountain logistics without promising a specific outdoor view or wine lineup on every date.
Planted on 35-40 degree Spring Mountain slopes at roughly 2,000 feet, requiring hand-terracing of every row.
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Founded 1983Hal and Fiona Barnett planted the property after buying it as a weekend retreat; first vintage was 1989 with 232 cases.
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2,000-foot elevationVines grow on rocky 35-40 degree Spring Mountain slopes requiring hand terracing.
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By appointment onlyAll tastings are reserved in advance; no walk-ins.
"Wino Notion likes Barnett's strong connection between Spring Mountain terrain and the tasting. The limited appointment schedule, personal hosting and elevated views create a focused mountain experience that feels meaningfully different from the valley floor."
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon
2021 · Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley
Estate-grown hillside Cabernet with aromas of cassis, dark plum and black licorice, rated 91 points by Robert Parker.
MERLOT
Spring Mountain District Merlot
2022 · Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley
Estate Merlot from the same terraced hillside vineyard, aged in French oak.
SAUVIGNON BLANC
Sauvignon Blanc
2023 · Napa Valley
Barnett's white wine bottling, sold alongside the estate reds through current releases.
Current releases as listed at barnettvineyards.com/collection/current-releases and confirmed via retailer listings (wine.com), July 2026.
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Tasting Experience
A guided flight of five current-release wines hosted by the hospitality team, offered daily at 10am, 12pm and 3pm.
$125
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Library Tasting
Three library wines paired with current releases for a deeper look at vintage variation, Thursday-Saturday mornings.
$175
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