Atlas Peak
Napa Valley
The highest AVA in Napa Valley, with vineyards planted between 450 and 760 meters on volcanic soils. The elevation brings cooler nights and longer hang time, producing Cabernet Sauvignon with bright acidity and firm tannins. Italian varieties like Sangiovese also do well here.
The wines of Atlas Peak are made primarily from Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other Napa Valley varieties.
Vineyard Map
Climate
The high elevation creates a pronounced diurnal temperature variation with cool nights that can be 10-15°F cooler than the valley floor, extending the growing season. Morning fog rarely reaches these heights, resulting in more sunshine hours but cooler overall temperatures than lower Napa Valley appellations.
Terroir
Atlas Peak sits atop ancient volcanic bedrock formed by the Miocene-era Sonoma Volcanics, consisting primarily of basaltic and andesitic flows with layers of volcanic tufa. The well-draining volcanic soils are relatively shallow, forcing vine roots to penetrate deep into fractured bedrock, while the porous volcanic substrate provides excellent water retention during dry periods.
Typical Aromas
What it tastes like
Body
Full
Acidity
Bright
Tannin
Grippy
Oak
Some oak
Ripeness
Ripe
Concentration
Concentrated
Full-bodied, concentrated and bright with grippy tannin and some oak; red currant, black cherry and graphite with a stony edge and a taut finish.
red fruit · black fruit · herbal · stony · graphite
Similar styles
Lands in the same glass.
Grapes of Napa Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What grapes grow in Atlas Peak?▼
What soils are found in Atlas Peak?▼
Map data: TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) · Imagery: Sentinel-2 cloudless by EOX IT Services GmbH (CC BY 4.0)