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Start your day with a great cup of coffee at the Napa Valley Roasting Co. before heading next door to Tamber Bey where their fun and educated staff will pour several of their fantastic, estate-grown wines in their modern tasting room. Walk through...
It's all about the heart, so why not start at Ehlers where 100% of the proceeds benefit the Leducq Foundation, which funds international cardiovascular research. Terra Valentine's name should say it all but the stunning view and charming stone building...
These wineries are all members of Napa Green. We recommend taking their tours to learn more about the Green movement, sustainable farming and bio dynamic - all the while you sip on their fabulous wines.
All of these wineries offer a small bite, decadent food pairing or culinary tour. We recommend you savor every moment and only visit four in your gluttonous day.
GoVine Girls will love these wineries! Selected for being woman owned, having a woman wine maker or a fun festive vibe for a girl's day out, these will be among your new favorites. We recommend staying in Yountville, Hotel Luca is great, and starting...
Load up the limo van or mini-bus! These wineries can accommodate large groups up to 12 and are sure to please the entire crowd.
Each of these wineries bring a unique experience in art and wine. The Hess Collection may be the most well known winery featuring eclectic, international art exhibits which truly should not be missed. Cliff Lede has a beautiful winery next to their...
There are many fantastic winery caves to choose from so it's hard to only recommend a few. Here are a few who specifically offer cave tours with prior appointment that cannot be missed.
There is nothing subtle about these wineries! Their art, architecture, style and design are jaw dropping. This tour is for those who Go Big or Go Home.
Domaine Chandon is big and usually filled with tourists, but if it's gardens you want, the grounds will amaze you. And what is better than starting your day with bubbles? Frog's Leap's gardens are amongst the best in the Napa Valley, enjoy the garden...
Bring Fido, Daisy or Spot on your next trip to wine country, all these wineries are dog friendly.
Sit back and relax in the sun while sipping your wine on any of these patios. It is doubtful you can make it to all of these while still enjoying a leisurely pace but it is fun to try....
Mountain fruit is robust and lush, these wineries are producing some of the best mountain fruit wine on Howell Mtn. To maximize your tasting experiences start early and at the top of the mountain. Work your way down to finish your tour with breathtaking...
Well worth the drive and you can devote and entire day to Spring Mountain. Barnett is the furthest up the hill; allow plenty of time to get there, though on a couple miles, it is a steep, windy road. All have fantastic views and even better wines!
You don't have to get in your car to experience the great wineries and tasting rooms of Yountville. Don't forget to make time and a reservation for lunch or dinner at one of Yountville's fantastic restaurants!
Calistoga offers a great laid-back vibe that extends to its wineries. All these Calistoga wineries offer a down to earth atmosphere and some of the best wines in the valley.
St. Helena
My friends coming up from the city have always loved these recommendations. These wineries are stellar and are sure to please every palate. I suggest staying at the Villagio Inn and dining at REDD, the combo can't be beat.
Angwin
We enjoy taking friends to Sterling Vineyards for the unique experience of the tram ride up to the winery. They allow self-guided tours, and I enjoy playing tour guide, they have a beautiful view of the valley and a very comfortable outdoor tasting area....
I love mountain fruit so I take my guests to Spring Mountain Wineries. The drive is spectacular and the views along the way always impress my guests. Start at Behrens & Hitchcock and work your way back down Spring Mountain finishing at Terra Valentine....
Napa
Stony Hill Chard is the best (second best).
Starting with Tudal Family Winery, I enjoy touring my friends on our property in the morning and making our way up valley to Calistoga, stopping for tastes and then to Solage for a late lunch and a round of bocce at their Solbar.
Ladies this is a perfect tour to get away with your dearest friends and enjoy tasty bubbles!
Calistoga
Try the 2005 Cab at Seavey, the Grenache at Outpost, the Occidental Ridge Pinot Noir at Failla and the Syrah at Araujo... then go eat some ribs at Busters or small bites at Jolie
Yountville
I would highly recommend a few winery's and stops along the way to make your experience what it should be. As a local I know the importance of visiting a smaller hidden gem winery as well as a notable one that is well regarded in the valley. Start your...
This tour shows a huge variety of what Napa Valley has to offer in varietals and experiences. I always start with bubbles and the cave tour at Schramsberg is impressive. Then it's off to Reverie for their Cab, Cab Franc and Petite Verdot on Diamond...
If I'm treating myself or a friend to some of the best wineries and wines in the napa valley, there are a few I will always go back to. Whether to see old friends, enjoy fine wine or enjoy the atmosphere, all these wineries have something special to offer.
For a quintessential example of mountain sub-appellations in Napa, taste exquisite wines at these beautiful and laid-back wineries.
Outwardly this is a good old vine Zinfandel tour, however, up on Howell Mountain you will find very expressive, ripe and moving Bordeaux blends as well. I recommend starting this tour up on top of the mountain at Black Sears Winery and working your way...
Start North with a fabulous tour and introduction to Napa History at Schramsberg (did I forget to mention they have amazing bubbles too!) Then make your way south stopping in at Stony Hill for some of the best whites in the valley. Ehlers is next,...
As in all things in life, the harder you work, the better the reward. Spring Mountain makes dense flavored wines and boasts incredible views and distinctive wines. **If you take a Limo up Spring Mountain, please talk with the Limo company, as I have...
There are so many ways to see and taste Napa Valley. Follow this tour for a good splash of variety. If you really want to tour Napa like a pro then enjoying your bubbles in the morning is always a good place to start. Begin at Mumm Napa for a flute or two...
Follow your nose to some of the best Zins that Napa offers. Jeff Fontanella is a hard act to follow, but as you work your way up the trail from Biale you won't be dissappointed. You'll need to call ahead but worth the wait to get in. enjoy!
St Helena
I love to entertain not only at Charbay Winery & Distillery (and in my home, on the same property, fondly nicknamed the "Full Tilt Bar & Lounge"), but all over Napa Valley. I recommend Barnett Family Vineyards for the beautiful views overlooking the...
Seattle
The casual environment of Dutch Henry sets you at ease to learn about the various varieties they make. Try to reserve a Cave Tour because they finish you with Barrel Samples - which were our favorites. Failla was a lesson in Pinot Noir - a very...
Olympia
I found some great and interesting white wines on my last trip to Napa! Start with Celani, very small and private, but great wine, especially their Chardonnay. Then go to Darioush for their Viognier and outrageous winery. Trefethen has a great...
Petaluma
These are not only fun, winding roads on a bike, but have some of the best wineries in the Napa Valley. All have great views and amazing wine. (Drink responsibly, it's OK to spit)
San francisco
Quick day trip to Napa Valley from San Francisco; we head North on Hwy 29 and visit Trefethen Family Vineyards first. It's a great intro to your wine tasting with a long family history and fun tasting room staff. We cross over with Oak Knoll Ave to...
Gold Canyon
When touring in Rutherford, we found a few great wineries and wines. The people at Miner has a great Sangiovese and the people were extremely friendly. Plumpjack had a wide variety of wines to taste, they were all excellent. Silver Oak's new winery was...
Round Pond is stunning, sitting out on the patio overlooking the vineyards was a great way to start the day. They also have a great food and wine pairing. We went to Honig and loved their wines, their Sauv Blanc and Cab were our favorites. Quixote was...
Bend
I always bring my bike and ride Hwy 29 or Silverado Trail. I usually hit places down valley and end at the hot springs in Calistoga for a late soak. I also find places where I feel comfortable in my "riding gear" and don't feel too casual or out of...
Hoquian
We stayed at a friends house near Calistoga and found these great wineries near the house, we may even try to bike to them on our next trip. They are all smaller wineries that are family owned and/or run. Everyone was very friendly and the wines were...
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What's better than starting a day with quality bubbles. Then experiencing Napa Valley history, followed up by down home hospitality, and ending with beauty, elegance, an incredible car collection, and some of the finest Cabernet in the Valley. Need I say...
Start up Howell Mtn for a great drive and beautiful views. Taste at Ladera for shockingly fabulous Cabs, roll down to Cade for a sensuous Sauvignon Blanc and LEED (Green) Architecture. Back up the "Trail" for just a minute to Faillia for these...
I love staying local and visiting with friends in these fabulous wineries. Starting at Alpha Omega and lounging on there patio is a great way to get my Sunday Funday going. Rubicon has stellar wine and its always a great visit. I like to get off the main...
Espresso to start! 11:30am Joseph Phelps 1:00pm Kelham Vineyards 2:45pm Nickel & Nickel -or- 2:45pm Groth 4:00pm Ma(i)sonry 5:00pm Page Cellars 6:00pm V Cellars 7:00pm Yountville Dining Crawl.. including Redd, Bistro Jeanty, Bottega,...
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