About Howell at the Moon
Howell at the Moon is a Howell Mountain estate winery producing bold, mountain-grown wines from volcanic soils at elevation. The playful name captures both the geographical location and the ambition of the project — reaching for the moon in quality while staying grounded in the rugged terroir of one of Napa Valley's most challenging and rewarding appellations.
The estate vineyards sit above 1,400 feet on the red volcanic soils that give Howell Mountain wines their distinctive character. Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Petite Sirah all thrive in this environment, producing deeply colored wines with powerful tannins and intense flavor concentration. The winemaking respects the fruit's mountain intensity, using gentle extraction and extended barrel aging to tame the tannins while preserving the wines' structure and longevity.
Visits to Howell at the Moon are by appointment and offer a true mountain winery experience. The drive up to the estate reveals stunning views, and the property itself is peaceful and beautiful. Tastings are intimate and often hosted by the owners, who share their passion for Howell Mountain terroir. It's one of the appellation's hidden gems.
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