William Hill Estate Winery

William Hill Estate Winery is a premier Napa Valley estate located on the Silverado Bench—a unique stretch of benchland tucked away along the serene Silverado Trail at the foot of Atlas Peak.

The wines are organized into distinct tiers highlighting place and style. The Coastal Collection uses grapes from California’s North and Central Coast for a broad regional expression. The Napa Valley series highlights select sub-areas, while the Estate Reserve collection is sourced exclusively from the winery’s own 200-acre parcel on the Silverado Bench, known for its sun-drenched southwestern exposure and cooling marine breezes.

Influenced by Burgundian whites and Bordeaux reds, the winemaking focuses on vineyard quality, ripe fruit character, and balance. Whether you’re exploring their coastal blends or their site-specific Napa bottlings, William Hill Estate emphasizes a fruit-forward profile that is both approachable and elegantly detailed.

William Hill Estate enjoys widespread popularity due to its blend of historical significance, accessible quality, and consistent value.

• Quality at fair prices — Delivers strong wines, from approachable Coastal bottlings to robust estate selections, offering value for all wine lovers.
• Rich Napa heritage — Located in Napa Valley, reflects the region's winemaking excellence with a focus on vineyard quality and fruit character.
• Diverse offerings — Spans coastal blends, Napa-focused wines, and estate-only releases, appealing to many with a consistent, fruit-forward style.

• Who founded William Hill Estate Winery and when?

  William “Bill” Hill founded the winery in 1978, drawing on his expertise in vineyard development.

• Who owns William Hill Estate Winery?

  E. & J. Gallo Winery has owned William Hill Estate Winery since 2007.

• Where is the winery and how big is the estate?

  It is in Napa Valley, California, on a 200-acre estate in the foothills of Atlas Peak.

• What wines is William Hill known for?

  Signature Napa Valley Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, plus Bordeaux varieties and occasional limited releases such as Malbec and Petit Verdot.

• What collections or tiers does William Hill produce?

  The Coastal Collection (North and Central Coast) offers a broad regional expression; the Napa Valley series highlights select sub-areas; and estate reserve wines come from the winery’s own vineyards.

• What is the winemaking style?

  Influenced by Burgundian whites and Bordeaux reds, with a focus on vineyard quality, ripe fruit character, balance, and an approachable, fruit-forward profile.

• Is the winery open for public visits?

  The tasting room closed in 2024 and remains closed to public tastings; the estate is now used as a hospitality venue for Pahlmeyer, and William Hill wines are not poured on-site.