Somnium, which is the Latin verb for “to dream,” was started in 2009 when professional race car driver Danica Patrick purchased property high up on Howell Mountain to establish as her vineyard. The 24-acre site is about 1,375 feet, and it is a relatively steep and rocky site. Six acres were planted to vineyards from 2011 to 2016 and Somnium’s debut release was a 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from purchased grapes. Star winemaker Aaron Pott is winemaker at Somnium. The first commercial release made with estate grapes was the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon. About 950 cases are made annually, and the wine is generally available through mailing list only.