Ghost Block sources fruit from several estate-owned vineyards, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and organic farming. Their primary vineyard is the Rock Cairn Vineyard, located in Oakville. This area is known for producing some of the most sought-after Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley due to its optimal growing conditions—warm days, cool nights, and gravelly soil that allows for deep root growth.
Ghost Block is most famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon, which is often highly rated for its intense flavor, structure, and balance. The wines typically showcase the rich black fruit flavors, subtle earthiness, and elegant tannins characteristic of Oakville Cabernet.
In addition to Cabernet Sauvignon, they produce other varietals like Merlot and Zinfandel, but Cabernet remains the flagship of the vineyard.
The name “Ghost Block” is a nod to Napa Valley’s rich history and lore. The vineyard is located near a historic site, George C. Yount’s gravesite, a pioneering figure in Napa’s winemaking history. The name is also a tribute to Yountville’s old “ghost” vineyards that survived Prohibition and have since been revitalized.