A Calistoga spot where Aaron Michaelis is making limited-production hillside Cabernets with serious terroir chops and French oak, plus a balanced Commonwealth Chardonnay that lets the fruit do the talking.
Flint Knoll Winery focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux varietals. Signature bottles include 2023 Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021 Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022 Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Marquess Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021 Marquess Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022 Marquess Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 McLintock Cabernet Sauvignon. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Flint Knoll Winery is in Calistoga, CA, in the Calistoga wine region. Phone: +1 316-641-9800. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Flint Knoll Winery was established in 2016, giving the estate 10 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Flint Knoll Winery is led by Philippe Melka, Maayan Koschitzky. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.