Relic

A Napa wine tour that involves a stop at Relic Wines is not your boring belly up to the tasting bar experience. Tastings are personally hosted by Annette Summersett in a spot on top of Spring Mountain. Armed with great wines, a fun personality and a unique venue, Annette makes the visit a spectacular one.

Napa Valley Tours & Transportation's Logan enjoying a sample provided by Annette Summersett, who hosts all the tastings at Relic.

Relic Wines first vintage was in 2001

Relic is thel project of Mike Hirby and Schatzi Throckmorton. The two met while working at Berhens and Hitchock. With Mike as assistant wine maker and Schatzi on the business side, the two were a perfect match. Their first vintage was in 2001 with a Pinot Noir from the Alder Springs Vineyard. Mike Hirby also makes wines for D.R. Stephens Estate, Husic Family Vineyards, and Sarocka Estate.

The humble trailer where visitors get to experience Relic wines

Tasting trailer used to sample Relic Wines

As the winery is being built a humble trailer located on Spring Mountain serves as the temporary tasting room. It is a wonderful change of pace and a great option after visiting some of the more opulent tasting facilities.

Artefact Cab

Of course in the line up is a stellar Cabernet Sauvignon named Artefact. As with all wines, vineyard source is as important as wine making. This Cab comes from Corona Vineyard which is small 3 acre vineyard just above the Oakville Appellation.

Line up of Relic Wines ready to be sampled

Diverse Line-up

Utilizing grapes from old and established vineyards, Relic produces fun and interesting wines that people love. With offerings like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rhone Varietals (Grenache, Syrah, Movedre, etc...) along with the Cabernet Sauvignon, visitors will be able to experience wines Napa few properties can match.

Annette keeps the Guitar close by just in case

Booking a Tasting

For those interested in a visit to Relic Wines you can call Annette at 707.484.9380 or email annette@relicwines.com. If you have Napa Valley Tours & Transportation chauffeuring your Napa Wine Tour, simply let our concierge know and we will book the appointment for you.