About Ink Grade
This Howell Mountain estate farms Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Carignan, and Mourvèdre using organic and biodynamic practices, pouring them at their newly opened Pavilion tasting room where you can taste everything from a complex Sauvignon Blanc to a structured, terroir-driven Cabernet Sauvignon.
Tasting Experiences
Immersive Tasting Experience
Learn about Howell Mountain wines paired with small bites at refined tasting salon, includes guided tasting with 360-degree video installation through the seasons, harvest, and winemaking process
Varietals
Sauvignon BlancCabernet SauvignonMerlot
When to visit Ink Grade
Monday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Good to know about Ink Grade
Can you visit Ink Grade? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Ink Grade has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What is Ink Grade known for?
Ink Grade is known for outdoor seating, scenic views, boutique, has wine club and reservation only.
What wines does Ink Grade specialize in?
Ink Grade focuses on Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Signature bottles include Complex and elegant single-vineyard Howell Mountain wines.
How much is a tasting at Ink Grade?
A tasting at Ink Grade costs $200 per person (from their website, September 6, 2026). Tasting $200 · Tasting $300.
Do you need a reservation to visit Ink Grade?
Yes, Ink Grade requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.
Where is Ink Grade located?
Ink Grade is at 2921 Silverado Trl in St Helena, CA, in the St. Helena wine region. Phone: (707) 963-3553.
Who makes the wine at Ink Grade?
The winemaking at Ink Grade is led by Matt Taylor.
What tasting experiences does Ink Grade offer?
Ink Grade offers Immersive Tasting Experience.
What are Ink Grade's tasting hours?
Ink Grade is open Thursday to Monday, 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Does Ink Grade have outdoor seating?
Yes, Ink Grade has outdoor seating.
Does Ink Grade farm sustainably?
Yes. Ink Grade describes its farming as sustainable, organic or biodynamic.
Where to find Ink Grade
Ink Grade is at 2921 Silverado Trl, St Helena, CA, United States, in the St. Helena wine region.