Well, we booked a wine tour while in Napa at the suggestion of our hotel. After checking their…read moreratings here (4.8 stars with 1.1k reviews), we felt comfortable with that. Actually, impressed. If Platypus keeps up the experience we had, that 4.8 will go even higher. Our driver, Gary, was personable and accommodating. He gave us some info along the drive to three boutique wineries, but did not drone on and on as some tour drivers can do. This allowed the 12 of us to chat, get to know each other a bit more and build some rapport. We stopped at three wineries: Rutherford Ranch, Ghost Block and Backstage. Each gave us 4 to 5 tastings. At Ghost Block, we also had a very nice box lunch. By the end of the tour (it was all day), we had all had some wonderful conversations and experienced some great boutique wineries. If you are in Napa, I highly recommend Platypus!

The best small groups wine tasting tour at an attractive pricing. I honestly never really thought…read moreabout the fact that I am drinking and driving. Met great people who made the journey even more fun. By the end of day you are best friends If you have specific wineries you want you can book a private tour with the guide. So many fun facts I learned about the industry.

We had Pablo for our wine tour and he was fabulous! He exceeded our expectations. He was friendly…read moreand very informative. He has a great deal of knowledge to share concerning the wine industry and its history. He encouraged questions and was very patient with us considering we knew very little about the subject. The itinerary was a s follows: 2 wineries in the morning- he picked us up at our hotel at 9:00 am Lunch 2 wineries in the afternoon He dropped us off at our hotel after a fun-filled day Although he had the wineries picked out, we could have requested a change and he would have gone with it. He did have reservations at all the wineries and also at Brix, where we ate lunch. By the time he dropped us off, we felt like we had spent the day with a friend!

Everything! Incredibly knowledgable, first class all the way ! Went with Max 3 Thanksgiving weeks…read morein a row.

Tours and tastings are by appointment only. Call them at 707-226-8320 or email at…read moreinfo@hendrywines.com to schedule a tour. 21 years of age and over only. Not kid friendly. But dog friendly. Quality/Quantity - I had a hard time with the website making my appointment, it's a user issue as I am just not tech savvy. So I called and someone actually answered the phone and made my appointment for me, THANK you! We arrived 15 mins early, so we hung out in the lobby reading all the history, etc. Then Skip took us to the best view overlooking the vineyard for our tasting; see pictures! We sampled almost ALL the reds! All of which were good. See pictures. I like the fact that we did side by side tastings of many of his wines. My favorites were the 2022 Primitivo and 2021 Malbec, which we bought a few bottles of. Ambiance - Secluded private winery. Close to main Downtown Napa, but far enough away for privacy and a feeling of being far away. Appointment only, so very private and customer focused. Typically no more than 3 parties at a time. Today was considered a very busy day as there were 4 parties including us, lol. Gated private estate. 200 acres. Plenty of parking, especially since hosting only 3 guests at a time. Events - See their website. Well behaved dogs are allowed outdoors. Service - Skip is a history buff and we both talked for hours... After leaving, well really the next day (LOL), I realized that our tasting was supposed to be only 60 minutes. I guess because we got along so well, we stayed until closing! And he gave me a glass with a generous splash and let us walk the property alone after they left! So welcoming and trusting. Price - Depends on which tasting and what you buy; see their website for prices. Tastings range from $50 to $100 per person. One free designated driver allowed. Tasting fees waived with wine equivalent purchases. Hike tours $75 per person ($60 for club members). See their website for more information. Owner Comment - Congrats on your family's success since 1939 and congrats to this winery's success since 1992.

I belong to this winery and is my new favorite place to go for a tasting , try treat so very nice…read moreand make us feel at home. The setting has a beautiful view and tables are comfortable and spacious. The server was so gracious and helpful, very knowledgeable as well . We continue order their wines which are on our table all the times !! Thank you George Hendry for having a fine winery.

We've booked several limo and car services in Napa over the years, and Nick has been our favorite…read more He listened to what we wanted and made our daughter's 21st birthday extra special. Every winery had a thoughtful note or special touch waiting for her, making the day unforgettable. Nick was also very knowledgeable about the area and helped create a wonderful experience. We highly recommend him!

We always tour with Nick, and the experience is always outstanding. We provide no direction and let…read morehim create the itinerary for where we go. Nick knows all of the up-and-coming spots that are under the radar, small wineries and vineyards that offer an exclusive experience with great people and no crowds. We experienced something that felt very personal and intimate with people that are passionate about where they work and the brands they represent. And of course... excellent wine. Nick is professional, a pleasure to talk to, knows the valley inside and out, and provides clean luxury vehicles that top off the experience. He's much more than a driver. He'll be your friend before the day is over and you'll never call anyone else. Thank you, Nick, for a great anniversary experience! We will be back.

ChatGPT recommended Domaine Carneros for its beautiful setting in a château inspired by Château de…read morela Marquetterie, the historic home associated with Champagne Taittinger in France, its vineyard views, and an elegant seated tasting of sparkling wines. It is a beautiful château with seating both inside and outside on the terrace overlooking the vineyards. I made reservations in advance, and once we arrived, we could choose among three different tastings, ranging from about $45 to $60, depending upon the wines. If you prefer sweeter sparkling wines, ask which tasting would be the best choice for you. I also recommend adding the charcuterie plate, which came with three cheeses, crackers, dried cranberries, and honey and paired very nicely with the sparkling wines. Caviar is also available if you want to make the experience more indulgent. Dylan gave us a quick overview of the differences among the tastings and explained the four flutes of sparkling wine we would be trying. For me, Domaine Carneros is especially well suited to someone who wants to sit back, sip sparkling wine, and enjoy a beautiful vineyard view. It would also be a lovely choice for a romantic date. If you're looking for an in-depth educational tasting with extensive discussion about the winery's history or the individual wines, you may need to take the initiative and ask more questions. Our experience was more about enjoying the wines, the château, and the scenery than receiving a detailed wine education. And sometimes, sitting on a terrace overlooking Napa vineyards with four glasses of sparkling wine with some cheese and crackers to nibble on is a pretty great experience in itself.

What a beautiful winery! We did the early tasting at 10am and as we came here early. This place…read moregets so busy. Corey answered all our questions and he was great. This is a great place for a celebration, date, or just if you want to go to a nice winery. We didn't get a membership as their wines are good but not something we wanted to have sent to us every other month.

We have been on a couple of wine tours with Mike, and we have enjoyed them very much. He is very…read moreknowledgeable about the wine industry and familiar with the many wineries in the region. He is a very careful driver with an engaging personality and a sense of humor that will keep you smiling the entire time. I highly recommend him if you and your group are headed to the wine country.

Michael is the consummate tour guide concierge wine connoisseur all wrapped in one. Plus he's super…read morefunny. He was born for this kind of job. It's almost as if you're paying for a show because Michael is extremely entertaining and also very knowledgeable. His car is huge and is definitely not politically correct but you will most definitely be very very comfortable in it. I do a lot of traveling and I also do a lot of Home exchanging and if you really want to feel like you've got the inside track on Napa and Sonoma give Michael a call and do yourself a big favor and sit in his big comfortable car.

I loved this food and wine tour is the Sonoma Plaza. Our guide, Teresa, was very knowledgeable, but…read morealso warm and personable. We had four unique stops for wine and food; each stop was great. We started with cheese and champagne, two stops with white wine; one with Indian food, the other with a grilled branzino. The last stop included two beautiful reds and two dark chocolates. In between we learned so much about the history of Sonoma.

What a super fun experience! I highly recommend this food, wine & history walking tour. We did…read morethe Sonoma Square tour with the owner, and local Novato gal, Renee Rebell. She is very knowledgeable and personable. We enjoyed all of our pairings. We had friends in town, who came just for this experience! She mentioned she also does similar tours in Sausalito & Napa. I tried my first food tour at Pike's Place Market, in Seattle. It's a great way to get to know a new foodie town or in this case, get a deeper knowledge and appreciation for a great place closer to home. We especially liked be taken to a tucked away Indian restaurant to try a dish we've never had before. With a paired wine of course!

Hands Down the Best Driver in Napa Valley!…read more I discovered George on Yelp, and after comparing other Napa car services--many quoting well over $1,000 for wine tours--it's clear why his customers rave about him. His reviews truly say it all! There were plenty of reasons we chose George over the rest. From our very first contact, George was incredibly responsive and communicative. I had a party of 10 (6 adults and 4 kids) for my husband's 40th birthday celebration and needed a vehicle that could securely accommodate a car seat with a latch system--his car was absolutely perfect. He arrived right on time, greeted us warmly, and was super easy to talk to. Throughout the day, George consistently arrived within minutes at each of our destinations. He didn't just drop us off--he guided us to the exact entrances and exits of every winery, making the whole experience smooth and stress-free. On top of that, he shared insightful feedback about why each winery is special, adding a whole new level of appreciation to our tour. Another bonus, he provided water in an iced cooler and white glove door service! What really stood out was George's impressive local knowledge. Without even needing navigation, he expertly drove us from Petaluma to Napa while sharing fascinating stories and history about the wineries, estates, and the region itself. If you want a professional, friendly, affordable, and knowledgeable driver for your Napa experience, George is your guy! Highly recommend and would easily book him for our next trip!

The service provided by George was excellent. From initial conversation on booking, to suggestions…read morefor wineries, pick up and full day of fun. We were a party of 6 and would definitely recommend his services to any friends heading to Wine Country.

Woody is the most delightful host you could ever ask for. He knows literally everything about NAPA…read moreand Sonoma valley, I'd be shocked if anyone was able to stump him with any wine country knowledge. Woody and his great team will make you feel like family and ensure you go to every place you'd like, or just the best of the best if you let him know what you like. If you like a fun and entertaining day out in Wine country, or are looking to expand your wine knowledge, this is the tour for you. Completely customized to your liking. Call Woody, and join his family for the day, or week, Wine Not treat yourself ;).

We toured with Woody in March and we had the best time! It was a girls trip, he took such good…read morecare of us and put up with 8 of us crazy ladies for 4 days! Thank you Woody, we hope to come back again soon!

For my birthday and bachelorette my sister booked Lodi Wine Trolley. Well, let me say she tried and…read morewas told they weren't available the weekend we wanted. Then the owner, Harjeet, reached out to my sister the next day saying he really wanted to accommodate our party into their schedule. Long story short, we were able to book as planned without hitch! EXCELLENT customer service from start to finish. It was the private experience we all truly loved! We also met Toni, the other owner, at the second winery. Super friendly, welcoming, and sweet. Kevin was our driver who tolerated our semi-obnoxious millennial party! Haha! I also loved how he frequently checked in to see if we needed a cold water bottle to stay hydrated. The trolley didn't have to do this but it was a great touch! And can't forget he was always willing to be our photographer/videographer when needed. 20/10 for Kevin! The trolley ran on schedule where we were able to visit 3 different wineries. During the ride we were able to play our own playlist, be loud, maybe even treating the poles like stripper poles... We had a time! Let's keep it at that. This was a first time experience for many of us (trolley ride) which was overall amazing. At our first stop we were provided two different types of cheeses to enjoy with our tastings. Courtesy of Harjeet! I believe one was lavender espresso and the other was described as a white cheddar. I personally enjoyed the lavender one more. The floral notes were not nearly as strong as some other floral foods. Highly recommend Lodi Wine Trolley. They went above and beyond making it such a wonderful and memorable day!

Great hosts / driver Went to 3 different wineries. It was…read morewell worth it. Had a lot of fun. Highly recommended.