A WINDING UPHILL DRIVE on a gorgeous mountain road brings visitors to the 180-acre Keenan Winery, known for its beautiful views and terroir-driven wines. The Mayacamas Mountains create a scenic backdrop, while steep hillsides and rocky soil help the vineyard produce intensely flavorful grapes.
It’s easy to see how the stunning vineyard and forest views lured a 19th-century vintner and later enticed enterprising winemaker Robert Keenan and now his son, Michael.
Visitors are greeted by friendly tasting room staff, along with lively anecdotes of Keenan family winemaking and plenty of time to taste the winery’s standout offerings. You might even have a chance to learn about Keenan’s practices directly from the winemaker or be greeted by winery dogs, Mira, Bentley, and Hash Brown.
As tempting as it may be to linger in the tasting room, the best way to experience Keenan is to grab a glass of Chardonnay or Cabernet Franc and head to the viewing deck to gaze out over the historic vineyards. From there, guests can drink in the entire Keenan Winery experience—from the rich depth of the wines to the awe-inspiring views.
Thanks to the foresight of a viticultural pioneer, the mastery of late Robert Keenan, and now the hard work of Michael, this verdant site in the mountains of St. Helena has become renowned for its fine wines.