Altamura Vineyards was founded in 1985 by Frank and Karen Altamura. Frank grew up in Napa Valley and began working in vineyards when he graduated from high school. He later worked at Sterling Vineyards and became winemaker at Caymus. Altamura’s 65 acres of vineyards are on a 400-acre ranch in Wooden Valley. The estate makes Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc and Negroamaro. The wines win consistently high ratings from reviewers.