Coombsville

Since the middle of the 20th century, it has gained recognition for its suitability for the slow-ripening Bordeaux varietals such as cabernet sauvignon.

[1] A geographic area shaped like a “cup and saucer”, Coombsville is characterized by gently hilly terrain formed millions of year ago by shifting masses of earth.

Coombsville is distinguished from other parts of the Napa Valley by its slightly cooler climate and soil conditions, which are a mix of well-draining river rock and mineral-rich volcanic ash.

The rolling terrain provides various aspects that lend to optimization of many varietals, though Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the abundant hillside vineyards.

[3] Located east of Napa, Coombsville’s agricultural orientation was initially focused on livestock and subsistence farming as opposed to vineyard development.