Estate Winery in Apple Hill & the Sierra Foothills
High Elevation Estate Wines Crafted from Rare Volcanic Soil
Lava Cap is a third-generation family winery located near historic Placerville in the heart of Apple Hill, California’s Sierra Foothills, and the renowned El Dorado AVA. At 2,700 feet elevation, our estate mountain vineyards are among the highest in California wine country. Our rare volcanic soils — formed from ancient ash flows — produce intensely aromatic wines with deep, rich fruit and vibrant mountain character.