Moffet Vineyards produced their first commercial vintage in 1984 and were located at an old ghost winery near St. Helena for many years (what is now Dana Estates). The second generation became involved, restructured operations and now maintain their home estate vineyard near the town of Angwin in the Howell Mountain appellation. This is a prime Howell … [Read more...]

Moss Creek Winery is located in eastern Napa County, about a 30 minute drive from downtown Napa along windy and narrow roads at time. Moss Creek is only a 10 minute drive to Lake Berryessa. The ridge that rises near their vineyards forms the county boundary. The winery name comes from the small creek that runs through part of their ranch. This winery was … [Read more...]

This winery has ceased production - they closed all sales in summer of 2014. Tasting room closed, no more wines being made. Muir Hanna Vineyards. Every so often during our project we stumble upon a very special winery and this is certainly one of those. They are one of the very few wineries in the Napa Valley who grow and make their wine locally but have … [Read more...]

Murphy Vineyards was founded by Peter Murphy in 1995. However, he was managing vineyards and working in the wine industry, long before this dating back to the mid 1970's. His first job was with the well-known Cuvaison winery in their cellar training under Philip Togni who has owned his own winery on Spring Mountain for many years. In later years, Peter … [Read more...]

Napa General Store is located in the the historical Napa Mill District, located at the south end of Main Street in downtown Napa. The 4,500 square foot store was founded by Jim and Jill Brandt (still the current owners). A river running through a town always adds a nice touch and the buildings are located directly above the Napa River on its western bank. A … [Read more...]