About
Family-owned and operated Summit Lake Vineyards and Winery has been producing wines on their 18-acre estate vineyard atop Howell Mountain in Napa Valley since 1971. They specialize in Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Petite Sirah from old vines, with purposefully rustic winemaking to highlight the unique terroir. Celebrating 50 years, they offer limited estate productions including reds, rosé, dessert, and library wines.
Howell Mountain terroir
Old vine Zinfandel
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah
Family owned since 1971
Purposefully rustic winemaking
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What They Make
2022 Summit Lake Vineyards Zinfandel
From old head-trained vines grafted from original planting, plus 2000/2005 blocks. Enjoy now or age 10+ years.
Awards
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2021 for Zinfandel
2021
Silver Medal, Napa Valley Wine Awards 2020 for Cabernet Sauvignon
2020
Latest News
Celebrating 50 Years on Howell Mountain; 2022 Zinfandel release from old vines.