2019 · Cabernet Sauvignon

Family-owned Davis Estates is a Napa Valley winery in Calistoga, purchased and restored by Mike and Sandy Davis in 2011, with their son Brandon overseeing the Carneros vineyards. The estate farms sites across Calistoga, Howell Mountain, Rutherford, and Carneros, including volcanic and iron-rich mountain soils, Rutherford alluvial soils, and a cool maritime-influenced parcel planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The winery emphasizes building a sustainable property, though no formal certifications are cited. Its historic 1916 barn, Howard Backen-designed winery, and extensive caves support on-site production and aging. Winemaking combines traditional artistry with advanced technology, including reserve wines crafted by Walter Leiva and Phase V wines by Philippe Melka, with a focus on structured Napa Valley Cabernet and other estate-grown varieties.