Napa and its variety of vineyards

The best wines of Napa Valley

Wine connoisseurs judge the best wines in Napa Valley on appearance, aroma, body, taste and finish. The wine should be clear, with a complex, intense aroma. The weight of it in the mouth should be pleasing, and the flavor should be well balanced with recognizable notes of flavor. Its aftertaste should linger in the mouth after it has been swallowed.

The best vineyards in Napa Valley match different varieties of grape to their particular soil and microclimate to achieve these qualities. In the coolest parts of the valley, winemakers grow Pinot Noir and Merlot grapes. The hardy Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can grow in any part of the valley, but yield better wines in some areas than in others. The winemakers put planning and judgment into harvesting the grapes when the grapes are at the right stage and have the right amount of sugar, to prevent the wine from tasting underripe or being too high in alcohol.

One of the best vineyards in Napa near St. Helena

Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards in Napa Valley, a 10-minute drive from downtown St. Helena, is one of the best vineyards in the Napa Valley area. Their Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends are widely regarded as among the best wines in Napa. Their Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and non-malolactic Chardonnay of this vineyard also have a cult following. Anderson’s wines are sold online and in five locations in Napa Valley, and many other locations nationwide. Order a bottle today.