Angwin & Howell Mountain
Howell Mountain sits at 1,400–2,200 feet above the Napa Valley fog line, producing some of the appellation's most powerful and age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. The volcanic soils and intense sun create wines of extraordinary concentration.
Wineries to Visit
Where to Eat
Farm-to-table in St. Helena — wood-fire cooking and excellent valley wines.
Casual neighborhood Italian beloved by locals and winery staff.
Wood-fired pizza down the mountain in St. Helena.
Farm-to-table on a working Napa Valley ranch — outstanding produce.
Things to Do
- ✓ Cave tasting at a Howell Mountain estate
- ✓ Drive the winding Howell Mountain Road for panoramic views
- ✓ Robert Louis Stevenson State Park on nearby Mount St. Helena
- ✓ Hiking on the Palisades Trail above Calistoga
- ✓ Watch morning fog layer below from above 1,800 feet
- ✓ Picnic in a mountain vineyard setting
High-elevation Cabernet Sauvignon, volcanic soils, Howell Mountain AVA, age-worthy reds
Grande dame of Napa Valley resorts in St. Helena, 20 min from the mountain.
Hillside resort with sweeping valley views — closer to the mountain than downtown Napa.
Garden-style inn in St. Helena — comfortable base for Howell Mountain visits.