Stagecoach Vineyard
History
Located on Prichard Hill that is characterized by its unique soil and elevation. This region is composed of a red, volcanic soil made up of a boulder-strewn clay loam with a few solid rock outcroppings that have been dynamited to create a more uniform soil base. This region is located at the very mouth of Foss Valley, overlooking Napa Valley, with a southerly view of the San Francisco Bay. There is typically a steady breeze coming up from the valley, providing more marine influence than the rest of the vineyards. Ripe, bold, and extremely concentrated describes the fruit from this region, which is destined for ultra-premium wines. As a result, Arrow&Branch uses “Prichard Hill” Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in our finest blends. We also produce our limited Sauvignon Blanc from this special site.
Vineyard at a Glance
Grape Varieties Planted: | Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Clone 181, Sauvignon Blanc Musque Clone |
Appellation: | Napa Valley |
Age of Vines: | Merlot – 14 years, Cabernet Sauvignon – 4 years, Sauvignon Blanc – 4 years |
Winemaker: | Jennifer Williams |
Soils: | Hambrecht and Guenoc-rock outcrop complex |
Climate: | Warm climate with moderate mid-day temperatures due to marine influence |
Vineyard Site: | Southwestern & West facing slopes |