Since its first commercial release in 1981, Sky Vineyards has produced some of the most distinctive mountain-grown Zinfandels and Syrahs in Napa Valley. Founder Lore Olds began his career in the early 1970s at estates such as Beaulieu and Mayacamas Vineyards before purchasing his own land atop Mount Veeder in 1973. Planted in red volcanic soils at 2,100 feet on an east-facing slope, Sky is the highest vineyard on the mountain, yielding wines of unmistakable character.

The vineyard’s 14 acres are planted primarily to Zinfandel, with a 2.5-acre parcel of Syrah added in 2000. The vines are dry-farmed and organically tended with cover crops, birds, and beneficial insects, while the winery itself operates with a minimal carbon footprint—off the power grid and powered primarily by solar energy. In the cellar, the fruit ferments naturally in open-top bins, is pressed in a traditional basket press, and aged for 12 months in neutral French oak before being bottled by hand. Each release features original artwork by Lore Olds, with a new piece created for every wine and vintage.

After decades on Mount Veeder, Sky Vineyards remains true to its original vision. Lore, together with his daughters Mayacamas and Skyla, continues to craft soulful wines that capture both vintage and terroir with remarkable aging potential. These wines could come from nowhere else and can only be described as Sky.

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