Spring Mountain rises above St. Helena with winding roads, forested ridgelines, and some of Napa Valley’s most intimate, boutique wine experiences. Known for steep vineyard slopes, cool mountain climate, and handcrafted winemaking, the Spring Mountain District delivers bold, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons and peaceful, secluded tastings.

If you want unforgettable wines and sweeping mountaintop views, these 5 Spring Mountain wineries belong on your itinerary — including Pride Mountain, Barnett Vineyards, and Vineyard 7 & 8.

1. Pride Mountain Vineyards

Location: Napa–Sonoma county line

Best For: Dramatic mountaintop views & powerful Bordeaux-style reds

Website: https://pridewines.com

One of Napa’s most scenic estates, Pride Mountain sits high atop the Mayacamas mountain range, literally straddling the Napa–Sonoma border. Known for structured Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and reserve blends, Pride offers seated tastings with stunning panoramic views.

2. Barnett Vineyards

Location: Steep hillside estate overlooking St. Helena

Best For: Boutique, small-lot Cabernets & dramatic vineyard vistas

Website: https://barnettvineyards.com

Barnett Vineyards is known for intimate tastings set atop steep vineyard cliffs with breathtaking views stretching across the valley. Their mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon — especially Rattlesnake Hill — is highly collectible and beautifully showcases Spring Mountain’s rugged terroir.

3. Spring Mountain Vineyard

Location: Historic estate with Victorian architecture

Best For: History, elegance & age-worthy Cabernet Website: https://springmountainvineyard.com

Featuring historic stone buildings, terraced vineyards, and lush gardens, Spring Mountain Vineyard is one of the region’s most cinematic wineries. Their Bordeaux-style blends are structured, elegant, and known for exceptional longevity.

4. Vineyard 7 & 8 Winery

Location: Upper Spring Mountain slopes

Best For: Ultra-premium, small-production Cabernet & Chardonnay

Website: https://vineyard7and8.com

Vineyard 7 & 8 is a minimalist, architecturally striking estate dedicated to producing precision-crafted wines. Tastings are private, focused, and ideal for serious wine lovers who appreciate purity and mountain elegance in both Chardonnay and Cabernet.

5. Keenan Winery

Location: Forested, high-elevation estate

Best For: Relaxed, friendly tastings & classic mountain-grown reds

Website: https://www.keenanwinery.com

Keenan Winery offers warm hospitality and beautifully crafted Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and reserve blends. Estate-grown at high elevation, their wines are known for structure, concentration, and impressive aging potential.

Why Choose Spring Mountain?

Spring Mountain offers:

• Small-production, family-owned wineries

• Scenic, peaceful, appointment-based tastings

• Forested landscapes and panoramic valley views

• High-elevation Cabernet Sauvignon with great longevity

• A quiet alternative to busy valley floor wineries

It’s one of Napa’s most rewarding regions for guests seeking a relaxed, elevated wine tasting experience.

Book Your Spring Mountain Wine Tour

NV Wine Tours offers luxury SUV transportation, custom itineraries, and curated reservations for Spring Mountain wineries — including Pride Mountain, Barnett, Vineyard 7 & 8, and more.

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