BALE MILL CREEK VINEYARD is Nestled into the base of the Mayacamas Mountains along Mill Creek at the northern terminus of the St. Helena sub-appellation, Bale Mill Creek has its roots in one of the classic alluvial fans of the Napa Valley. 

The original plantings, dating back to the early 1990’s, sit in gravelly soils studded with obsidian stones brought across the valley from Glass Mountain by the Native Americans that once camped along the creek. This vineyard is farmed “beyond organic” by Jim Gamble to cordon trained vines, low to the ground, that undulate along the alluvial fan allowing for wines of deep color. A cool evening breeze brought over the mountains from the Pacific Ocean assists in balancing the vineyard’s depth with a natural freshness, complementing the aromatically unique fruit from this well-draining site. 

LAND ELEVATION  |  350 FT

AVA  |  ST. HELENA

SOIL  |  ALLUVIAL LOAM

Our grower partner, Jim Gamble, paraphrased the ethos of his land: “Bale Mill Creek Vineyard sits on a pronounced alluvial fan above Mill Creek, resulting in (very) rocky and well drained soils.  This creates a perfect soil profile for vines to produce world class grapes.  We farm Bale Mill Creek Vineyard organically.  This is the right thing to do for Mother Earth, and it honors the area’s rich cultural history.  This was a popular spot for the early settlers in the Napa Valley.  Bale Mill Creek Vineyard is on the western and cooler side of the valley.  With the year-round supply of water in Mill Creek, the Old Bale Grist Mill was built across the road in 1846.  This was also a popular area for the early Native American residents, due to the afternoon shade and water in Mill Creek.”   

VINTAGE 2021

Winemaker’s Notes | The 2021 Bale Mill Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet-purple in color. It leaps with notes of crushed blackcurrants, juicy black plums, and mulberries followed by nuances of tilled soil, bay leaves, and charcoal. The full-bodied palate delivers mouth-coating black fruits with a fine-grained, approachable texture and bright acidity to support, finishing long with impressive purity. 85 cases.

VINTAGE 2019

Winemaker’s Notes | The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Bale Mill Creek Vineyard opens with lovely aromatics before reclaiming its charming, mid-weight personality. More plum, violets, incense, and new leather notes emerge, a medium to full-bodied wine. 50 cases.

VINETAGE 2018

Winemaker’s Notes | In the glass, aromas of classic red fruits and crushed cherry mingle with wildflowers and clove. On the palate, the wine’s texture coats the mouth like bittersweet chocolate and provides an endless finish. A layered depth lingers and reflects harmony between vineyard and cellar. 50 cases.

BECKSTOFFER VINEYARDS GEORGES III, located along Conn Creek at the eastern edge of Rutherford, is a beautiful ranch with acres of grapes placed under a conservation easement. This historic vineyard dates back to 1895 and is tied to legendary winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff. 

Beginning at 500 feet of elevation, the vineyard gently slopes to the south, offering optimum sun exposure for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon, and complementing their meticulous farming. In the pre-World War II era our already gravelly block was supplemented with stones from the creek during a flood control project done by the Army Core of Engineers. Planted entirely to Clone 337 of Cabernet Sauvignon, suited for the well-draining Cortina soils where they sit, and each vine’s ‘Lyre’ training protects the fruit from Rutherford’s warm climate, allowing for maximum hang-time. 

LAND ELEVATION   |   500FT

AVA  |  RUTHERFORD

SOIL  |  GRAVELLY LOAM & CORTINA

VINTAGE 2021

Winemaker’s Notes | The 2021 Beckstoffer Vineyards Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet-purple in color. Classic notes of juicy black plums, cassis, and cedar jump from the glass, with suggestions of tar and black olives in the background. The full-bodied palate is rich and impactful, with velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long with a spicy kick. 130 cases.

VINTAGE 2019

Winemaker’s Notes | The deep purple-hued 2019 Amulet Estate Beckstoffer Vineyards Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon, from a larger, historic site in Rutherford, offers up a rock-solid nose of ripe dark fruits, damp earth, chocolate, and leafy herbs. This carries to a full-bodied 2019 with a round, seamless mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and solid length on the finish. 275 cases.

VINTAGE 2018

Winemaker’s Notes | In the glass, floral notes of lilies and cassis blend with earth notes of cool graphite. The palate beckons with a subtle minerality that is felt among layers of dimension. A classic, cacao-dusted finish reveals this vintage’s erudite nature. 250 cases.

OAKVILLE RANCH VINEYARD, perched atop the Vaca Mountains at 1,400 feet of elevation at the eastern end of the Oakville sub-appellation, Oakville Ranch is planted in one of the Napa Valley’s most rugged landscapes. 

The vineyard has a commanding view over the Napa Valley, and its elevation allows for the unique combination of sun exposure for optimum color. A direct shot to the San Pablo Bay, just a few miles south, offers a cooling ocean breeze during the mornings and afternoons that balances the renowned structure of Oakville.  Our organically farmed blocks consist of Cabernet Sauvignon Clones 169 and 7. Two of the most aromatically profound Cabernet clones, their roots are settled in iron rich, eroded sandstone indicative of the site’s volcanic history. These complementary factors in accordance with the elevation, result in small, concentrated berries that produce wines of lushness and minerality. 

LAND ELEVATION  |  1400FT

AVA  |  OAKVILLE

SOIL  |  IRON-RICH, ERODED VOLCANIC SANDSTONE

“We are carrying on a tradition that is multi-generational and multi-cultural, you’ll see that here. That’s why it’s worth visiting and worth collecting the wines.” - PHIL COTURRI

Our blocks of this pristine vineyard are managed by Phil Coturri, a legendary grape grower whose family first planted grapes in the early sixties. He provides decades of experience and a humble but meticulous approach to the land, allowing us to harvest some of the highest quality fruit in the region.

VINTAGE 2021

Winemaker’s Notes | Our 2021 Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is a vibrant and opulent wine laced with violets, wild sage, and inky dark fruit. Medium-full bodied with ripe black berries, sweet spice, and chocolate; soft edges, velvety texture, and a lingering finish. 180 cases.

VINTAGE 2019

Winemaker’s Notes | The 2019 Amulet Estate Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is a plush, opulent wine laced with inky dark fruit, sweet spice and chocolate. A 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 20 months in 65% new French oak. Medium to full-bodied, ripe, supple, and sexy on the palate, it has loads of fruit, no hard edges, and a great finish. 200 cases.

VINTAGE 2018

Winemaker’s Notes | In the glass, aromas of violets, wild sage, and fig transport you to a terroir of gravitas—Oakville Ranch Vineyard. On the palate, an unblemished texture is framed by a mineral-driven structure. A fine acidity and notes of hibiscus tea showcase depth and spark imagination on the finish. 200 cases.