Quilt was founded in 2015 by winemaker Joe Wagner of the Wagner family (Caymus lineage). The project focuses on Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from multiple sub-appellations. The wines are plush, fruit-forward, and immediately approachable — built to showcase Napa richness without single-vineyard pricing. See also: Caymus, Caymus-Suisun.
Racines was founded in 2017 as an international collaboration between Burgundy and Champagne winemaking families, including Étienne de Montille and Brian Sieve. Based in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA of Santa Barbara County, the winery focuses on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The wines emphasize Old World restraint layered onto California coastal fruit.
Ramey Wine Cellars was founded in 1996 by pioneering winemaker David Ramey. Based in Sonoma, the winery helped define modern California Chardonnay through balanced oak integration and site expression. Their portfolio spans Chardonnay, Cabernet, and Syrah, all crafted with a restrained, age-worthy philosophy.
Revana Family Vineyard was founded in 1997 by cardiologist-turned-vintner Dr. Madaiah Revana. Located in St. Helena, the estate focuses on premium Napa Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from estate and high-end vineyard partners. The wines are powerful yet polished, positioned within Napa’s luxury Cabernet tier.
Robert Craig Winery was founded in 1992, specializing in mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery sources fruit from Howell Mountain, Mount Veeder, and Spring Mountain. Their wines are known for structure, minerality, and long aging potential — classic high-elevation Napa.
Robert Mondavi Winery was established in 1966 by Robert Mondavi and is widely credited with elevating Napa Valley onto the global fine-wine stage. Based in Oakville, the winery pioneered varietal labeling and international marketing for California wine. The wines span approachable to reserve-tier Cabernet, all rooted in Napa identity. See also: Opus One, Continuum.
Rombauer Vineyards was founded in 1980 by Koerner Rombauer in Napa Valley. The winery became famous for its opulent, buttery Chardonnay style, defined by ripe fruit and generous oak. Today, Rombauer remains one of the most commercially recognizable Chardonnay brands in America.
Sangiacomo Family Wines was founded by the Sangiacomo farming family, whose Sonoma vineyards date back to 1927. The modern label focuses on estate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Carneros and Sonoma Coast sites. Their wines highlight farming pedigree and cool-climate precision.
San Simeon is a Paso Robles–based label owned by the Riboli Family Wine Estates portfolio. The winery focuses on value-driven Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhône varieties. The wines emphasize approachability and regional character at accessible price tiers.
Saxum Vineyards was founded in 2001 by winemaker Justin Smith in Paso Robles. The estate focuses on Rhône-style blends grown on limestone-rich westside Paso soils. Saxum has achieved cult status for its dense, savory, age-worthy Syrah and Grenache blends.
Sea Smoke was founded in 1999 in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA of Santa Barbara County. The estate sits above the Pacific fog line, where maritime influence shapes slow-ripening Pinot Noir. Their wines are prized for combining power with coastal elegance.
Silver Oak was founded in 1972 by Raymond Duncan and Justin Meyer. The winery focuses exclusively on Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa and Alexander Valley. Known for American oak aging and consistency, Silver Oak is one of California’s most recognizable Cab brands.
Sinegal Estate was revitalized in 2013 when the historic St. Helena property was restored by the Sinegal family. The winery focuses on estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends. The wines combine modern polish with historic Napa vineyard pedigree.
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars was founded in 1970 by Warren Winiarski. The winery achieved global fame after winning the Cabernet category at the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Their wines balance Napa fruit with classical structure, defining the Stags Leap District style.
Stags’ Leap Winery (apostrophe placement matters) was founded in 1893 and is one of Napa’s historic pre-Prohibition estates. Located just below the Stags Leap Palisades, the winery produces elegant, perfumed Cabernet Sauvignon. Stylistically, it leans softer and more aromatic than its similarly named neighbor above.
Stonestreet Estate Vineyards was founded in 1989 in Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley. The winery specializes in high-elevation Chardonnay and Cabernet grown on mountain vineyards. Their wines combine intensity with structural freshness shaped by altitude.
Textbook Wines is a modern Napa project founded by winemaker Jonathan Pey. The label focuses on classically styled Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux varieties. The wines emphasize balance and varietal typicity — designed as educational benchmarks for Napa structure.
Trespass Vineyard was founded in 2006 on Mount Veeder in Napa Valley. The estate produces small-lot Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhône varieties grown on steep mountain terrain. Their wines reflect elevation intensity balanced by artisanal production scale.