This was for our 23rd wedding anniversary, so as a treat, I decided to invite my husband and close…read morefriends to lunch. While working in St. Helena, I could never find an opening in a reservation, so here was a great opportunity now that all of us are retired. Our friends live in Clear Lake while we live in Vallejo, so this is a central place to meet. It was the best decision I made because every year for the past several anniversaries, we've gone to Cache Creek to C2. Their food and service is excellent because my husband enjoys poker, but I thought a change of scenery would be nice. And it was! Firstly, it was very kind of the staff to present us with a greeting card signed by everyone -- how sweet and thoughtful! We will cherish that! Secondly, we were very impressed with how the food/wine was locally sourced. It was incredible to hear the story about Custom, the Bull, and taste the difference between the Highland beef compared to Angus. Our waitress was "Erica S." She was engaging, personable, and very informative. My husband and I would definitely like to return to return to experience the dinner menu! We and our guests had the following dishes: Artichoke appetizer Arbororio Biscuits & Gravy Two Cheeseburgers Three Bloody Mary's Farmstead Margarita When they found out it was our anniversary celebration, the house sent over four glasses of complimentary champagne and a dish of dessert -- again, very sweet and kind of them I now understand why so many crowds flock to this restaurant! It's well worth the wait! If you have not experienced a meal there, you must definitely go now!

I was really excited to try this restaurant for the first time, especially for Mother's Day, and…read morewhile the food itself was excellent, the overall experience was disappointing enough that I would not return. From the beginning, there seemed to be constant miscommunication between staff. We specifically booked an outdoor reservation and were seated inside instead. While mistakes happen, it set the tone for the rest of the evening. The bigger issue involved the wine and corkage fee. We purchased a bottle directly from the market associated with the restaurant and were told by the employee there that the corkage fee would be waived if we bought their wine. When we sat down, our server Sara told us that was not true and that we would still have to pay the fee. I explained what we had been told, and when she asked if I wanted a manager involved, I said yes. Before the manager even arrived or clarified the situation, the server opened our bottle of wine. In the silence and confusion, I reasonably assumed the fee issue had been resolved. Then the manager came over and told us we would still be charged and implied that nobody at the market would have told us otherwise. The way it was handled made my husband and I feel like we were being accused of making the whole thing up, which was especially upsetting on Mother's Day. At that point, the bottle was already opened, so we were essentially stuck paying the fee regardless. Between being seated incorrectly, the poor communication between employees, and how dismissive the situation felt, the service completely overshadowed what should have been a special meal. The rest of the service we felt ignored and there was minimal effort to accommodate. Great food alone is not enough to justify returning when the hospitality experience feels this frustrating and unprofessional.

Came in today solo for a quick Tuesday tasting. I had the best experience of wine but also two…read morewonderfully helpful men; Brian and Dorian. They both had incredible recommendations, great information on the different wines and had great hospitality. I can truly say, I've never been treated so well and like family at any other winery out here. The grounds are beautiful of lush greenery, fountains, vines and buildings. It's beautiful here. Sattui can fit the vibes of upscale and also casual. It's the best blend. I tried a few wonderful tastings and grabbed a glass of the Pinot Noir, it was hands down the best I've ever had. It was accompanied with delicious chocolate and MWAH!! Can't wait to come again, I hope I have the two great wine servers again; they knew what's up.

Whenever we're in Napa Valley with out-of-town guests, V. Sattui Winery is always one of our go-to…read morestops. It's perfect for lunch or a picnic, with a wide variety of food to pair with your wine. They're also very family- and kid-friendly. We once enjoyed an outdoor tasting in one of their shaded garden areas overlooking the vineyards, and unlike some wineries, they welcomed having kids seated with us. Our host even served grapefruit to the kids--a thoughtful touch that made the experience even more memorable.

Stopped by here for hubby's birthday, it was a new winery for us. I booked ahead online and was…read morebrowsing their options since I was looking for something that would also work for non-drinkers. I came across the Legacy Cave Tour, which is adults-only and offers a lower fee for non-drinkers, which I thought was a nice touch. Unfortunately, the online booking didn't work for me, so I had to call to make the reservation. When we checked in, the woman at the front desk gave me a bit of a weird vibe. After looking up our reservation, she said, "Oh, indeed you do have a reservation." It just felt like an odd response, like... why wouldn't we? is it because we're brown? We arrived a little early, so we spent some time browsing the gift shop upstairs. That's where we met our guide, Will, who was lovely, friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. I mentioned it was my husband's birthday, and he asked if we'd been given a birthday sticker. Apparently they offer special occasion stickers at the front, which the check-in woman never mentioned, but Will made sure we got one, which was a nice touch. The tour itself was a small group, which I really liked. We went into the cave, and for those drinking, the tour included 3 wines. It was interesting learning about the history of Beringer Vineyards, and again, Will did a great job explaining everything. One thing I do wish they offered: for non-drinkers, it would be nice to have something like grape juice or a non-alcoholic option during the tour. There were a few of us in that situation, and it felt a little odd not having anything to sip on. After the tour, we walked the grounds, which was really nice. It's free to explore the property and browse the gift shop, which makes it a pleasant stop even beyond the tour itself. We ended up buying a couple bottles to take home, along with a wine barrel mug that my husband liked.

Today we had an amazing experience touring and using our senses with food, herbs and wines with THE…read moreBEST and most knowledgeable guide JESUS. He made our experience extra special and we learned alot from him. We will return soon!

From the jump, everything was a 10/10. We visited on Valentine's Day during their special and were…read moreable to take advantage of the two-for-one tasting -- which made the experience even sweeter. The staff was warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. And the vineyard itself? Absolutely beautiful. The scenery alone sets the perfect tone for a romantic outing. They truly helped make our Valentine's Day feel special. I would definitely recommend Rombauer to anyone looking for great wine, great vibes, and an unforgettable experience. Don't forget to visit the cave!

This was my favorite winery of all that we visited on our most recent trip to Napa. Normally we…read morehang out in the Sonoma area, but our friends wanted to check out the Napa area as well, so we chose this place. The grounds are gorgeous! We arrived at 10am and they had our table marked and ready. The young man who took care of us was very knowledgeable and even gave us a recommendation for lunch that we actually went to afterward and it was very good. The wine here is amazing! I have always loved their Chardonnay, but the reserve Chardonnay is a whole new level. Our friends ended up buying a case and having it sent home.

This is my very first winery/vineyard and I'd say after this experience, the bar is now set to…read moreHIGH. Our host, Krista, was so knowledgeable, open to repeat/answer any questions, and is so good at holding conversations! I felt so enlightened and energized because of her absolute good vibes. Krista ended up showing us a variety of different wines, but the most notable wine was the very beginning. My friends and I were limited in our wine knowledge and he admitted that he felt like all wine tastes the same. However, once we took our very first sip, the fruity, buttery notes completely changed our minds. She sets the image about drinking this near a pool and I immediately would get transported to her explanations. It was giving "Remy" from "Ratatouille" moment when you close your eyes and see/feel all the different imagery. Throughout the tour, we are educated on the fact that they have two different addresses because they are at the border of both Sonoma County and Napa! Literally best of both worlds! Afterwards, we tried multiple different wines in their caves and educated on the different notes, how to hold our wine glasses, and the importance of everything. Before this experience, I was completely unaware of what to look for, but now I feel like I have a better understanding of everything. Certain notes I didn't even expect like the peppery taste in one of the wines. It was so cool knowing that these type of caves and winery exists and I feel like our host, Krista, made our experience even BETTER. Thank you Krista for showing us around. This was completely unforgettable and I WILL BE coming again!

Great experience…read more Winery: Beautiful grounds and stunning views. Worth the drive up Spring Mountain. So cool to see the contrast between the mountain vineyards vs. valley floor. Wine: Really enjoyed the wine. Focuses on Bordeaux varietals. This is definitely a fruit forward, new world style, but it's not at all jammy. Almost everything is estate grown. Service: This really made our experience. Brittney was our host and she was warm, very knowledgeable, and generous. It really feels like the people here love working here which is very different from a lot of other Napa/Sonoma tasting experiences. This is a really popular winery so it does feel a bit commercial (as a guest, you are kind of on a time limit) but this place really blends the best of corporate efficiency + family run business/down to earth people. Highly recommend.

Wow. What an unforgettable experience at PEJU, especially with the VIP treatment my friends and I…read morereceived from Todd Elliott, AKA to me as wine educator and sommelier extraordinaire! I am a white wine connoisseur because of my dietary restrictions with most ingredients in red wines, especially cherries and plum, that trigger my stomach pain and headaches. I have missed enjoying red wine because of this. I was hoping and praying that when my friends who are members of PEJU planned this wine tasting treat, that my stomach and head would be fine and to my surprise, my palate, tongue, stomach and heart were pleased with the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Fifty/Fifty, and more, including reserve reds Todd served and educated us about! I have NEVER enjoyed red wines like these I tasted at PEJU. Since the time of our outstanding wine tasting experience, I have recommended and raved about Todd and PEJU winery to friends and family who appreciate and value high quality wines and winery experiences. It felt like a vacation getaway being in the tasting room building, admiring the breathtaking stained glass art, all of the art inside and the beautiful art and nature views outside. I appreciate the PEJU staff and management team who welcomed us and were kind to us all the way to the end of our wine tasting experience when we left. This is the kind of treatment that makes us want to return. Napa is a special place for friends, family, and me, and PEJU is now an indelible memory in my Napa adventures! Todd clearly enjoys his important professional position, is passionate about wine and the wine experience, and brings so much joy to customers! I can't recommend him and PEJU enough! Todd went above and beyond to give us a VIP experience and even gave me a bag full of wine corks for my art project after I told him about this and asked for some of their wine corks we saw lined up in their wine uncorking and pouring area. Thank you, Todd!

I had a reservation for a classic tasting at PEJU at 1:30pm on a Friday, at the recommendation of…read morequite a few friends, and there were a few other parties seated at the time as well. The grounds are gorgeous inside and out, and I really enjoyed the stained glass, large open windows, and the statues and the koi pond area outside. The service was extraordinary, and I had a great time learning a bit about the different wines PEJU offers from Joseph. I tried quite a few different wines, and really liked how there are a few unique offerings here that you can't find elsewhere - I ended up getting a bottle of their Province, the Farm, and their late harvest orange muscat. PEJU is also one of the few wineries with a permit to serve food. If I had known ahead of time, I would've planned to eat here! The rilettes were super tempting, but Joseph advised that if I was planning to eat a meal afterward to stick to the chips and dip - this ended up being quite a generous portion as well, and I really enjoyed the goat cheese truffle dip alongside the wine tasting :) Overall, PEJU is definitely a beautiful winery to visit with excellent service, and I'll definitely be back!

Such a GREAT experience!…read more I left San Francisco with no concrete direction in mind and originally ended up at Joseph Phelps. Unfortunately, they couldn't take me without a reservation. I was a bit hurt, but they graciously directed me to Alpha Omega Winery instead--and I am so incredibly glad they did! The property itself is absolutely beautiful, and this was my very first time visiting. Although I wasn't able to sit outside, I thoroughly enjoyed looking at the water feature and the outdoor settings, which looked spectacular on such a sunny day. The team here went above and beyond to make me feel welcome: * The Valet and front of the House Staff were super friendly, very kind, and immediately accommodated me. * Andrew W. stepped in to ensure I was completely taken care of. He started me off with a glass of Rose, which was absolutely perfect for the beautiful weather. He was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable, explaining the wines beautifully. I chose the Signature Selection tasting and was highly impressed by the quality. A few major standouts for me: * The Chardonnay: Exceptionally well-crafted. * The Bordeaux-style Blend: Deep, complex, and memorable. * The Merlot-dominant Wine: Smooth and deeply impressive. The hospitality here completely turned my day around. Next time, I will absolutely make a reservation in advance and bring my friends along!

Alpha Omega is always a vibe...-every single time. It's one of those places you can go to just…read moreunwind and truly enjoy the moment. I love grabbing a glass and chilling by the fountain. The atmosphere is so peaceful but still lively in the best way. You'll see people with their dogs, good music playing, and everyone just soaking in the experience. It's the perfect balance of relaxed and upscale. Whether you're there to wine taste or just hang out and take it all in, it's always a win. Definitely one of my go-to spots in Napa!

EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE WAS PERFECT! We were lucky to have Tony as are server. He went above…read moreand beyond. Walk in customers here!

It was under 50 degrees and we were seated outside despite having a reservation and there being…read moretables open inside the entire time we were there. Yes there is a heater, so my husband's bald head burned and our feet and legs froze every time a wind blew. I'm not sure if our server even introduced himself. He was annoyed when I said I didn't like red wines and while he did sub them out for whites he was completely annoyed. He poured two wines and said a sentence or two about them and left. Then came back and poured another two and left. He did give my husband a bonus pour of red wine. Which every table around received that and many more. He didn't have other tables we could see. He was clearly annoyed about either us or working out in the cold or who knows what. We were in and out in about a half hour and rank this among the worst of the 8 tastings we did over four days.

Tom, our sommelier was amazing and knowledgeable. He made our visit to Napa Valley so meaningful!!read more

We had a nice visit to Charles Krug Winery while on a tour with the Napa Valley Wine Train…read more Our tasting and winery hostess was Riana who took us on a small tour of the property and educated us on this history of the vineyards ownership and family legacy. Once inside the large upstairs tasting venue, we were treated to a nice wine tasting by Riana. The wines were nice. I'm a Cabernet person but I enjoyed the sparking rose. Refreshing and not too sweet. I wish we would have had more time to view some of this historic photos and explore the downstairs part of the venue as it looked interesting but perhaps another time when we return to Napa.

AMAZINF SERVICE my 23rd bday couldn't ask for a better…read moreplace. amazing wines, views, experience thank u!!

Very great tour for a self-guided tour. Very informative staff. And most importantly, tasty wine.read more