by Doris Hobbs | May 22, 2026 | SIP, SIP Feature
Ink Grade Winery occupies a rare position on Howell Mountain: a single, continuous estate with both historical depth and modern clarity of purpose. The property dates to 1873, when pioneer Theron Ink first planted vines. Today, the estate spans roughly 800 acres, with...
by Erin Seal | Apr 5, 2024 | home featured, SIP Feature
Atop the fog line draped over Napa Valley, the Howell Mountain AVA commands attention on the northern frontier of the Vaca Range around the town of Angwin. Spanning elevations from 1,400 to 2,200 feet, its rugged topography and volcanic soils epitomize terroir-driven...
by Erin Seal | Apr 5, 2024 | SIP Feature
In 2013, Brian and Gretchen Brakesman embarked on creating Red Thread Wines in Napa Valley’s famed Howell Mountain. It was to be an independent endeavor, separate from Brian’s family wine estate, Summit Lake Vineyards & Winery. The first vintage of Howell Mountain...
by Erin Seal | Apr 5, 2024 | SIP Feature
Midway between the fog line and the top of Howell Mountain, Spence Vineyards occupies an enviable spot at an elevation of 1,900 feet. For the vines among the pines, this means cooler days and warmer nights for more hours of photosynthesis and longer hang time. The...
by Laura Larson | Feb 27, 2024
Mark your calendars, because this year’s 20th Anniversary Farm Fest is going to be EPIC! Join the Clif Family team on Saturday, July 13th for a day of celebration, wine, and food amidst the breathtaking beauty of Howell Mountain. What’s in store for you?...
