Ink Grade Estate

Napa Valley · Howell Mountain · Howell Mountain AVA
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Hours
Live official schedule required
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Phone
(707) 965-9078
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Tasting Fee
From $75
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Reservations
Required
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Est.
2010

About Ink Grade Estate

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Ink Grade's Howell Mountain vineyard was first planted in 1873 on a land deed signed by President Ulysses S. Grant, and is now the largest biodynamically farmed ranch in Napa Valley.
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Est. 1873Pioneer Theron H. Ink planted the first vines on this Howell Mountain site on a land grant signed by President Ulysses S. Grant.
Largest biodynamic ranch in NapaRoughly 220 of the estate's 800 acres are planted and biodynamically farmed.
Relaunched 2020Lawrence Wine Estates revived the label with Master Sommelier Carlton McCoy Jr. and winemaker Matt Taylor.
"Wino Notion likes Ink Grade Estate's high-elevation Howell Mountain wines. The page can give travelers a stronger reason to consider the producer while clearly explaining the exact access format."
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Featured Wines

CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Ink Grade Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2019 · Howell Mountain
The estate's flagship mountain Cabernet from biodynamically farmed Howell Mountain fruit.
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RED BLEND
Andosol
NV · Howell Mountain
A Zinfandel-Cabernet field blend named for the estate's volcanic soils.
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SAUVIGNON BLANC
Ink Grade Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Current release · Napa Valley
A concrete-fermented Sauvignon Blanc taken through full malolactic fermentation.
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Retailers list recent vintages (e.g., 2018-2019 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon) but do not consistently publish bottle pricing, so figures are marked Inquire pending direct confirmation.

Tasting Experiences

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The Pavilion Tasting
A by-appointment tasting of estate Howell Mountain wines, Thursday through Monday.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the tasting room hours at Ink Grade Estate?

Ink Grade Estate's tasting room hours are By appointment only. Hours can change seasonally, so confirm with the winery before visiting.

Is Ink Grade Estate wheelchair accessible?

Yes - Ink Grade Estate offers wheelchair accessible facilities.

How much do tastings cost at Ink Grade Estate?

Tastings at Ink Grade Estate generally fall in the $$$$ price range. Check with the winery for current tasting options.

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