Our Journal
Sipping in Style: Inside the Tasting Room of Paloma Vineyard
Have you ever been to a tasting where all you hear is the sound of the birds, wind, and the winemaker talking? No?! Then you haven’t visited Paloma Vineyard. Our personal team of furry greeters will meet you at your car and escort you up our steps to the owner’s home,...
Sustainable Winemaking: The Paloma Difference
As Barbara, our matriarch, always said, “it starts in the vineyard.” Sustainability has become an essential practice for businesses looking to lead the way in their industry. While adapting to new practices can be challenging, it offers a unique lens to reexamine the...
Paloma Vineyard: Where Wine Tasting Feels Like Home
Since Barbara and Jim purchased the 17 acres of land at the top of Spring Mountain in 1983, our goal has never shifted–creating a winery that feels like home. By 1992, that dream was fully realized when Barbara and Jim finished construction of their home inside the...
Elevating Wine with Sustainable Practices: A Legacy of Great Vines
At our sustainable winery and vineyard, every choice we make reflects our commitment to preserving the environment and crafting exceptional wines. From innovative trellising systems to thoughtful vineyard management, we strive to balance nature’s needs with our vision...
Sustainable Winemaking: A Year-Round Commitment at Paloma Vineyard
As a family-run winery on Napa’s Spring Mountain, we’ve spent over 40 years embracing methods that respect both the land and future generations. Sustainable wine and our winemaking is a year-round commitment, and for us, every decision, from vineyard management to...
Regenerative Farming at Paloma Vineyard: Cultivating the Future
At Paloma Vineyard, we don’t just grow grapes—we cultivate sustainability. Nestled on the slopes of Spring Mountain, our vineyard is a source of exceptional wine; it’s a living, breathing ecosystem. For over four decades, we’ve embraced sustainable practices, but...
Unpacking the Layers: A Guide to Merlot Taste Profiles
When it comes to wine, the French Bordeaux varietal family has set the stage for some truly legendary flavors, and Merlot shines as one of its most notable members. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is Merlot a dry wine?” or tried to pinpoint what exactly the “Merlot...
Napa’s Paloma Vineyard: 41 Years of Winemaking and a Commitment to Sustainable Farming
Nestled in the rugged beauty of Spring Mountain in Napa Valley, we at Paloma Vineyard have been producing exceptional wines for over four decades. Our family’s deep-rooted commitment to sustainable farming, combined with a winemaking tradition spanning three...
Laura’s Tasting Notes: The 2018 Paloma Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon begins with an expressive nose of fresh red stone fruit, where bright red plum notes sing out vividly, creating an inviting and fruit-forward impression. On the palate, the wine has a slight bite, delivering a zesty acidity that carries...
Laura’s Tasting Notes: The 1997 Paloma Merlot
This 1997 Paloma Merlot pours a deep amber-red, hinting at its age and complexity, with fine sediment as it becomes visible as it swirls in the glass. The aromas are compelling, with notes of cranberry, resin, and cocoa powder creating a warm and inviting bouquet....