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Robert Craig

Robert Craig Winery is a Napa Valley producer founded in 1992, specialising in mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from Howell Mountain, Spring Mountain, and Mount Veeder. Craig's focus on elevated, cooler mountain sites produces wines with firmer structure, brighter acidity, and more pronounced tannins than typical Napa Valley Cabernets. The flagship Affinity Proprietary Red blends fruit from multiple mountain sites, while single-vineyard bottlings from Howell Mountain and Spring Mountain express individual terroir. Across 454 auction lots, the estate averages $67 per bottle with a ceiling of $369 — accessible pricing for consistently well-scored mountain Cabernet. Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator have repeatedly awarded Robert Craig wines scores of 92–95, with Howell Mountain bottlings particularly noted for their mineral intensity and ageing potential. Craig's approach is relatively traditional: moderate new oak, minimal manipulation, and a commitment to site expression. The mountain fruit delivers wines that age well for 15–20 years, developing earthy, cedar, and tobacco complexity that distinguishes Napa's elevated appellations.