ExpressionsofPlace HALL 2023 v12 spreads - Flipbook - Page 9
HOWELL
MOUNTAIN
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Howell
Mountain’s
high elevation
NAPA
soils show a
predominantly
volcanic heritage.
The first soil type is
decomposed volcanic
ash, or tuff, and the
second soil type is the
‘Aiken series’ which is a
red clay high in iron. In both
cases, the soils are rocky,
nutrient poor, and produce
exceptionally intense wines
from small clusters and berries.
TA
IN
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Bay’s
marine
effects is
limited.
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LAKE
HENNESSEY
CA
Given the altitude, vineyards
often find themselves above
the fog line, allowing for more
sunlight hours, resulting in deep,
dark color and concentration.
Additionally, temperatures
tend to be warmer than in the
southern mountain appellations
of Atlas Peak and Mount Veeder,
as the impact of the San Pablo
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H
owell Mountain, located
atop the steep slopes rising
to the east of St. Helena on the
northern portion of the Vaca
Mountain range, holds
the distinction of being the
first mountain appellation
approved in Napa in 1983. The
elevation of the appellation,
ranging from 1400 to 2200
feet, significantly influences
the grapes grown here.
HOWELL MOUNTAIN
SAN PABLO
BAY
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