Ellman, a family-owned winery with deep generational ties to South Africa, has officially completed construction and opened its doors in Napa Valley, Calif.
Nestled along the historic Silverado Trail at the base of Atlas Peak, the newly completed Ellman facility was designed to blend sophistication with a sense of home. The space features a state-of-the-art production facility alongside an open culinary kitchen and garden, where a rotation of high-end chefs creates food pairings for select events. Inside, guests are welcomed by a warm residential feel, complete with a cozy fireplace, curated design elements imported from Bordeaux and Andy Warhol works adorning the walls. The architecture features an indoor–outdoor flow, providing guests with a seamless connection to the vineyard landscape while enjoying art, food, music and wine in harmony.
When the Ellman family first visited Napa nearly two decades ago, they were struck by the parallels to their native South Africa wine region of Stellenbosch — from the lush Mayacamas range to the rugged backdrop of the Vaca Mountains. That sense of familiarity and belonging inspired them to establish roots in Napa Valley.
The estate vineyard spans 25 acres in southeast Napa Valley just north of Coombsville.
