About
Bravante Vineyards is a boutique, family-owned winery founded in 1996 by George and Nancy Bravante atop Howell Mountain in Napa Valley. They produce small-batch, estate-grown Bordeaux-style wines from their unique terroir, emphasizing full-bodied yet balanced reds and whites. The winery offers private estate tours and tastings, plus a tasting room in Newport Beach.
Estate-grown Howell Mountain wines
Bordeaux-style wines
Small-batch family-operated production
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Products
Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
A bold, full-bodied wine with notes of blackberry, cassis, and hints of cedar, showcasing the unique minerality of Howell Mountain.
Merlot
A plush, elegant Merlot with flavors of plum, chocolate, and a velvety finish.
Petit Verdot
A rare varietal offering deep color, with flavors of violet, black cherry, and a spicy finish.
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
A limited-production reserve wine with intense dark fruit, structured tannins, and a long, complex finish.
Trifecta
A proprietary blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, offering a balanced profile of dark fruit and soft tannins.
Awards
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2020
2020
Silver Medal, Napa Valley Wine Awards 2019
2019
Upcoming Events
Harvest Party
Saturday, September 6th, 2025, 1-4p
Celebrate the 2025 harvest with food, wine, fun; catering by Hearth & Soul Mobile Pizza, new releases and library wines; Wine Club Members +1 complimentary, others $135/pp
Latest News
Annual Harvest Party scheduled for September 6th, 2025.