Green Island Vineyard

Our southern-most Napa Valley vineyard has numerous Pinot Noir and Chardonnay clones promoting ample opportunity for winemakers to develop maximum-flavored wines. A member of the first class of “Napa Green” certified vineyards, Green Islands’ proximity to the Napa-Sonoma Marsh makes it a major flyway for more than 200 species of birds.

Site Characteristics:

• Located south-east of Carneros, the region is known for cool, foggy mornings

• Soils are Haire loams with sand and gravel below 3 feet

• At this proximity to the bay, cold air is moderated, precluding the need for frost protection

• Slopes are gentle: 2-5%

Sustainability:

• Barn owl boxes are frequently occupied, helping to control rodent pests

• “Napa Green” certified for environmentally beneficial practices and habitat restoration

• Compost is applied to add organic matter and slowly released nutrients

• Recycled water is exclusively used for irrigation