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St. Helena · Napa Valley · St. Helena
Paloma Vineyard
Sheldon Richards pours wines in his living room at the top of Spring Mountain.
4.9(152)
Known forMerlotCabernetBoutiqueVineyard Walking TourBarrel ToursHarvest Grape Stomp
About Paloma Vineyard
Paloma Vineyard, founded by Jim and Barbara Richards in 1983, is a family-owned winery located at the top of Spring Mountain in Napa Valley. Known for its commitment to sustainable farming and multi-generational winemaking, Paloma produces award-winning Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon that reflect the unique terroir of the region. The winery's legacy continues through Sheldon Richards and his sons, who honor the family's dedication to quality and hospitality.
Why Visit Paloma Vineyard
The 2019 Paloma Merlot earned 95 points from Master Sommelier Kevin M. Vogt, who called it the best vintage he'd tasted in decades. Home Sweet Home ($60) means exactly that—guests taste with owner and winemaker Sheldon Richards in his actual living room or out on his deck, depending on weather.
- Home Sweet Home tasting ($60) in Sheldon Richards' living room
- Jim and Barbara Richards founded Paloma in 1983
- 2019 Paloma Merlot scored 95 points from Kevin M. Vogt
- Barrel Tour ($90) pours a decade of vintages from cellar
- Harvest Grape Stomp ($90) during crush season only
The Setting
Paloma sits on a steep, tree-lined ridge at the very top of Spring Mountain, above the fog line. The drive up winds through dense forest before opening to views of the vine-carpeted valley floor far below. Tastings happen inside Sheldon's home, where the furniture and family photos make it clear this isn't a tasting room designed to look residential—it's where he actually lives.
The Tasting Experience
Home Sweet Home ($60) is the entry experience, poured one-on-one by Sheldon Richards in his living room or on the deck overlooking the valley. The Barrel Tour Wine Aging Experience ($90) moves into the cellar to pour a decade's worth of Paloma wines, from barrel samples of the most recent harvest to older bottlings. Vineyard Walking Tour & Tasting ($75) covers the property over 90 minutes. The Harvest Grape Stomp ($90) runs during crush only.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Home Sweet Home
$60Step into a truly special experience—a private, one-on-one tasting hosted in owner and winemaker Sheldon Richards’ cozy living room or out on his scenic deck, depending on the season. More often than not, Sheldon himself will guide you through this intimate hour-long tasting, sharing four of our wines, personal stories, and the 50-year history of Paloma Vineyard.
60 minReservation Required
Vineyard Walking Tour & Tasting
$75Join our Vineyard Walking Tour & Wine Tasting, a behind-the-scenes experience that takes you through the roots of Paloma Vineyard. This 1.5 hr tour will immerse you in our world—walking through the vineyard, exploring our winery and barrel room, and discovering our hands-on sustainability practices. Of course, you'll also taste some of our exceptional wines along the way!
90 minReservation Required
Barrel Tour Wine Aging Experience
$90Step into our cellar and explore a decade of Paloma wines and experience how time shapes each vintage! From the vibrant energy of our most recent harvest still aging in the barrel to the depth and elegance of a well-aged bottle, this tasting is a journey through ten years of innovation and winemaking. As we sip and explore, we’ll dive into the magic of aging, the art of blending, and what makes a mature wine so distinct from its youthful counterpart.
90 minReservation Required
The Harvest Grape Stomp
$90Join us for this once-a-year celebration of harvest season. Feel the grapes between your toes, immerse yourself in winemaking, and enjoy the views at Paloma Vineyard. This unforgettable two-hour experience kicks off at 10 AM and is $90 per person.
120 minReservation Required
The Pour
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Wine list. (5)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 | $84 | |
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $84 | |
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $275 | |
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 3L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $575 | |
2019 Merlot | Merlot | 2019 | $72 |
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon
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2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
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2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L
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2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 3L
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2019 Merlot
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Drive Times
From Napa hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Paloma Vineyard, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Silverado Resort | ~36 min | Book |
| The Westin Verasa Napa | ~39 min | Book |
| Andaz Napa, by Hyatt | ~39 min | Book |
| Archer Hotel Napa | ~39 min | Book |
| Carneros Resort and Spa | ~41 min | Book |
| The Meritage Resort and Spa | ~45 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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