Wild Horse Valley
Napa Valley
A remote, elevated AVA on the eastern edge of Napa and Solano counties. The cool, windswept conditions and rocky soils produce limited quantities of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with notable intensity.
The wines of Wild Horse Valley are made primarily from Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other Napa Valley varieties.
Vineyard Map
Climate
This high-elevation AVA experiences significantly cooler temperatures and persistent winds from the Suisun Bay gap, creating one of Napa's coolest growing regions. The constant air movement and morning fog influence create ideal conditions for slow ripening of cool-climate varieties.
Terroir
Wild Horse Valley sits atop ancient Franciscan Formation bedrock composed of fractured sandstone and shale, interlayered with volcanic deposits from past Mayacamas Range activity. The rocky, well-draining volcanic and sandstone soils force vine roots deep into fractured bedrock, while clay pockets retain just enough moisture during dry periods.
Typical Aromas
What it tastes like
Body
Big
Acidity
Gentle
Tannin
Grippy
Oak
Some oak
Ripeness
Rich
Concentration
Medium
Big and gentle, with grippy tannin, some oak and rich fruit; red fruit, black fruit and spice, with a taut finish.
red fruit · black fruit · spicy · herbal · stony
Cork's estimate.
Similar styles
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Grapes of Napa Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
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Map data: TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) · Imagery: Sentinel-2 cloudless by EOX IT Services GmbH (CC BY 4.0)