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LITHOLOGY The study of the formation, composition, and classification of rocks.

Napa Valley is a tale of fire and ash, molten rock, and explosive geological forces that etched their mark upon the land millennia ago. Over time, this substance has weathered and decomposed, creating soil that is rich in minerals and well-drained — the perfect conditions for exceptional grapevines to thrive. In these unique soils, our acclaimed winemakers dig a little deeper to create a distinguished collection of wines, each a powerful testament to the earth’s ability to shape and refine the flavors in your glass.

2022 Lithology Napa Valley Cabernet Franc  - Lithology

"Our 2022 Cabernet Franc presents a dark fruit profile with notes of roasted coffee beans and chocolate covered cherries. Concentration and fruitfulness are framed within textured layers and freshness across the palate and through the finish." Matt Sands

2022 Lithology Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Franc  - Lithology

97 points, Decanter

"The wine is powerful and concentrated, with robust tannins layering the mid-palate around a core of sweetness and generosity. Suave and complete, with balanced mineral-acid tension building a precise freshness that defies the warmth of the vintage." Jonathan Cristaldi

$300.00 | 750mL
2022 Alejandro Bulgheroni Cabernet Sauvignon  - Lithology

100 points, International Wine Report

"It is a striking wine that captivates with its rich and inviting bouquet...On the palate, this full-bodied wine is polished and impeccably structured. This Cabernet Sauvignon stands as a remarkable expression of Napa Valley’s terroir combined with quality winemaking.." Joe D'Angelo

$400.00 | 750mL
2022 Lithology Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Franc  - Lithology

97 points, Decanter

"The wine showcases tobacco and toasty cedarwood notes interwoven with dark salted cocoa. Immediately juicy and rich, it reveals deep concentration balanced by a remarkable lightness. The finish is exceptionally long, with expressive saline, dark fruit, and mineral elegance." Jonathan Cristaldi

$300.00 | 750mL
Lithology winemaking team Matt Sands (center) with Philippe Melka and Mark Pittman

Our Story From 2014 to today

Since 2014, Lithology's winemaking team, consistent since the beginning, has drawn from the same collection of Napa Valley's most storied vineyards, every vintage. The historic stone winery on Meadowood Lane has stood for decades. What happens inside it continues to evolve. A small estate, rooted in place, and in constant, quiet motion. Each wine in the Single-Vineyard collection maps a distinct site: Beckstoffer To Kalon, Las Piedras, Dr. Crane. Every bottle is a portrait of place. The next chapter is already in the cellar.

A tasting at Lithology Estate

Visit Us Intimate by design and unhurried by intention

The Lithology Estate on Meadowood Lane sits quietly at the base of Howell Mountain, a historic property, intimate by design and unhurried by intention. Each visit is private and bespoke, crafted for the guest and built around the wines themselves: the Single-Vineyard collection, the soils behind each bottle, and the work still taking shape in the cellar.

Lithology Wine Club Become a member

Introducing our membership program, established for collectors and enthusiasts of Lithology. Be among the first to secure our coveted single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Produced in limited quantities each vintage, these wines are handcrafted from the storied soils of Napa Valley. 

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