While on a mini-trip to Napa, fate brought me to this magical place. I had an awful experience at Domaine Carneros next door (worst customer service in a winery ever) and was heading out of Carneros when I saw Cuvaison was right next door. Several signs said "by appointment only" and I tried calling but no answer. Since I was literally there I went ahead and tried my luck in person. When I arrived I was greeted by Michelle. I told her I didn't have a reservation and was just a party of one. She said it would be okay since they weren't that busy that morning. I mentioned how grateful I was as I had just had a bad time next door. She immediately poured me a glass of sparkling wine and was escorted to a lovely corner table with spectacular views. I was not prepared to how good the wine was. I'm mostly a red wine drinker and was particular fond of their 2019 Mariafeld Pinot but their 2019 ATS Chardonnay was a revelation. It was so delicious and smooth. A delicious cheese platter featuring an amazing Beemster Gouda and Michelle's great care of me turned my day around. Michelle never pushed me the hard sell and I bought a couple of bottles of wine. Her incredible customer service and the delicious wine will definitely get me to come back and I might become a wine member on my return! Thank you Michelle and thank you Cuvaison. Cheers! read more

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I really loved the vibe of this winery. It is modern and has fantastic views. It is also pretty small and feels "exclusive" in a way. We were seated outside and it was perfect. They even gave us umbrellas if we wanted to stay out of the sun. We ordered some of the charcuterie boards that they had and they were delicious. I really loved the cheese's on them. The wine here is so good as well! Our waiter was so nice as well; he asked if there were any wines we liked more and he brought us more wine to taste that wasn't on the menu. It was a great experience and I recommend this winery if you're in the area! read more

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Great wine but terrible service. Bought 3 bottles and they didn't even let us do a tasting at 10:30 in the morning even though it was empty. No discount or anything. A bit disappointing. read more

Not a welcoming or family friendly venue. Our family moved out of the area a few years and recently moved back. We spend our Sunday afternoons as a family enjoying wine venues, picnics and lawn games. Cuvaison has always been one of our favorite wines and one of the first wineries we ever brought our son to. We were shocked to be turned away due to our son being with us. No one under the age of 21 is allowed on property. I realize some children are unruly! However, most children are well behaved. To have a separate area I could understand, list rules and if not abiding ask to guests leave but not allowed anyone under 21 discrimination and offensive. This is not a nightclub or a bar. We will not be back, nor buying Cuvaison wine, and do not recommend even if not visiting with anyone under 21. read more

This winery was very modern and beautiful. Indoor/outdoor. We made a reservation ahead of time which was great. We were seated very quickly. Daniel came to the table and he was amazing! He knew so much history about the wines and the winery. He made our experience so much more enjoyable. The wines were delicious and so was the charcuterie. We will definitely be back because of Daniel! read more

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I really want to like this place given its great views, easy drive from the Bay Area, and good reasonably priced wine. But after being members for several months and several visits the experience and service does not stand out compared to other places. read more

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Beautiful view & excellent staff. One of our favorite stops in Napa. Highly recommend.

Went here the day after my bday and I have to say every glass of wine was great! Daniel Johns guided us on this journey and he was the best. He was super informative and kind. I didn't want to leave! This will absolutely be my goto visit anytime I'm near or within driving distance of Napa. Love at first sip absolutely! Highly recommend. read more

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Loved everything about this chic, beautiful winery. We didn't have a reservation but tried our luck anyway and they were able to squeeze us in. Gorgeous views, every wine we tasted was perfection and Daniel was smart, funny and helpful (no pretentious winos here!) I would've stayed hours longer if I could have but that wine buzz was setting in so I became a wine club member instead. Gorgeous place. Not to miss! read more

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My boyfriend and I had a very great experience here! Awesome service and quick. Very informative and lovely. Thank you Nicasio!! An amazing server and manager who created nothing but a great experience and ambiance. The dark chocolate at the end was the perfect touch! read more

We came to this area to check out Domaine Carneros winery. However that place wasn't really our taste as it was super busy and looked very touristy. On the way out we saw the sign for Cuvaison and decided to give it a try and I'm so glad we did. This place is "by appointment" only but the host was able to seat us after a short wait. The place is small and kinda quiet and peaceful. The view is great and the host is amazing. They have both tasting and wine by glass. You can also add cheese pairing for a $12 extra charge. The only reason I'm not giving a 5 star is because the wine wasn't the best among all the places I tried that weekend. I believe a 4/5 is a good rating for this place. I'm coming back to this place next time that I'm around. Refer to pictures for the view. read more

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We visited on New Year's Day, the winery was beautiful and the wine was delicious. Paul helped us out and we found the perfect wine to make the day memorable. We are definitely going to return read more

As you pull up to the winery you see a sign that says tastings are by appointment only. We almost turned around however I am glad we didn't. We went inside and asked if we could be squeezed in. We were given the option to sit outside under heat lamps and it was actually quite lovely despite it being a chilly day. The views of the vineyards were beautiful. Leslie Love was our host and she was incredible! She made us feel welcomed and she really took time to tell us about each of the wines, where they were grown, and the history of Cuvaison. We not only learned so much, we experienced delicious wine, and enjoyed the yummy cheese platter. Leslie told us about the events that will be coming up this year as well, including Cuvaison's 50th anniversary celebration. Leslie made our experience so enjoyable and memorable. We not only plan on coming back, we became club members. In wine country there are many wonderful wines to try however the experience can be ruined by a host who isn't pleasant and makes you feel rushed. Leslie sets the bar high. She is warm, funny, an expert on wine, and very thoughtful. We look forward to going back soon. read more

Sometimes you find a place under strange circumstances but it turns out to be an unexpected gem. Introducing Cuvasion - the sometimes forgotten left turn before the big tour bus attraction that is Domain Carneros. Come here for the estate grown pours, cement fermentation, and European cool architecture, and stay here for the staff (winking at you Leslie!). The pick up parties have always impressed too - can't wait to see what the new boat house is all about! Here's to a lifetime of membership. read more

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Slightly off the beaten path and quite possibly not as appreciated and celebrated as some of the larger mainstream wineries in Napa, Cuvaison is a hidden gem located directly next to the famed Domaine Carneros. We pulled into this place as our last wine tasting reservation in the early to mid afternoon, and were pleasantly seated in the cool barrel room warehouse. Our server Scott was excellent and very knowledgeable with Cuvaison wine's aging techniques. Once you get Scott talking about the wine the more you learn. The first tasting which really wowed all of us was the 2019 Chardonnay Methode Beton, which is aged in a custom made concrete egg. This was the first official tasting on the list of the Distinction Tasting which we had reserved online in advance. The Chardonnay had a distinctly fruit forward nose with rich and tasty minerality. There was only one other winery which I had visited which used this same Chardonnay aging technique which was located in the oceanside Santa Cruz Mountains. The nose and taste of the Chardonnay rises to another level with this aging technique. Cuvaison is only the 2nd winery in Napa to receive these custom concrete eggs for aging. There were other variations of the Chardonnay and Pinor Noir also on the tasting menu, and Scott had allowed us to taste a few off the tasting menu wines which were also a must try due to his recommendation. There was another amazing white wine or Chardonnay which we had all loved. The most amazing nose and taste, these are hands done some of the best white wines and Chardonnays I have ever tasted. We also had the Brandlin Cab Sav. paired with Dark Chocolate Sea Salt squares, excellent. I will definitely be back in the future and hope I can share this place with other friends who haven't been and all my fellow Yelpers who are reading this review. read more

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1st of all... Delicious Wines, 2ndly if you are looking for the Beautiful Napa Vineyard and Winery drinking experience surrounded by views of Rolling hills , Chateaus... yes you are on a hilltop... this is a Must place to go!... they even have great food to accompany your drinking experience!... Cheers... Enjoy Cuvaison! read more

Top notch service by a friendly and knowledgeable team, amazing wine and you can't beat the view and the beautiful tasting. Room. Can't wait to come back. If you are considering a visit, just do it! read more

Came here for a wine tasting on a weekday during the COVID pandemic. Was happy about their COVID precautions. You must reserve a tasting online. It was excellent and very good value, as they give you an extra bubbly welcome pour and each pour is very generous. The employees were friendly, warm, charismatic, and knowledgeable. Overall, a delightful experience! Ambiance from the patio could have been better, and I wish they had cheese available that day, but the cheesemonger had not delivered for some reason or other. read more

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I think my experience here would've been better if I came during non covid times and was able to get seated indoors between the wood barrels. There wasn't too much of a view. The wait staff was nice and friendly but they seemed really understaffed and a little disorganized. The wines tasted pretty mediocre and nothing special or too different from the wines you get at the store. The cheeses were good though and the caviar was really good - super creamy and buttery. read more

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Beautiful outdoor wine tasting place We were so pleased with Justin! He was so friendly and informative with all the different wines. We end up joining the wine club because of Justin's hospitality. We'll be back soon. read more

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We drove up from San Francisco for a day trip (takes 1 hour) and Cuvaison was such a lovely experience! The outdoor patio seating has incredible views, and the location is unbeatable. Domaine Carneros is directly across the street so I recommend making reservations at both for a full day of wine tasting fun! My party of 2 ordered the Estate tasting flight and we were both very impressed. The wines were all delicious and it was very interesting to hear about what makes each wine unique. There were also cheese plates and charcuterie options if you are looking for a light meal. The COVID precautions felt very safe. The tables were spaced far apart and the surfaces were all regularly sanitized. Overall, I will definitely be back and would recommend Cuvaison to anyone who enjoys quality wine and beautiful Napa views. read more

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Incredible gem of a winery that is only going to get better after some upcoming renovations over the next several months! I found this winery on yelp by searching for dog-friendly wineries as my husband and I were looking to do one last mini "babymoon" staycation in Sonoma. We had driven past it on previous visits to Domaine Carneros which is right next door, and I regret not trying this place sooner! Def in my top 3 dog-friendly wineries We were amazed by the impeccable and friendly service, the sleek modern tasting room with ample outdoor seating, and the gorgeous views. I had always thought of Sonoma as having some nice family-friendly wineries but no real views due to the relatively flat terrain... thus when we had visitors we always would trek up to St Helena or Howell Mountain for pretty views. I'm so happy to know Cuvaison exists for our next family visitors (plus it's a much closer drive!) We had a 10am tasting appointment (super easy to book online) and even though we arrived 10 minutes early, there were already 2 dog water bowls + treats waiting at our table with a cute little "welcome" sign for our party. That is some wonderful hospitality! Also, considering we showed up with 2 adults and 2 large dogs but only one person actually doing a tasting (I was the pregnant DD for this trip!) ... it was even more appreciated that they took such great care of us as some other places might not be some accommodating. The place is small and intimate but never feels crowded -- the modern tasting room boasts floor to ceiling glass, giant sleek wooden doors, and comfy couches but the patio was really the highlight. The patio can probably fit 6 small parties outside + a few high tops off to the side, and dogs are very welcome. Our enthusiastic host Michelle was a pleasure to interact with and she went off-piste once she learned my husband was a huge Chardonnay fan. We had booked the Los Carneros 5 wine tasting but she ended up crafting an amazingly dynamic tasting based on the feedback, including a lovely Chardonnay flight (Kite Tail, Coeurtina, ATS). The Cabernet and Pinots were also incredible (I'll take my husband's word for it). We ended up buying so many bottles we already qualified for the club membership, and this is one I think we'd actually stick with and try out some of the events to come. We also learned that the winery is planning some renovations -- including building some outdoor pavilions for members down by the reservoir and burying the utility power lines underground (admittedly I was tempted to photoshop out all those powerlines in my photos ha). Excited to see this already gorgeous spot evolve! read more

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Stumbled upon Cuvasion as finished up at another winery close by, had some time to kill and were looking for a place that took walk-ins. We were so glad we found this place. The tasting room is newly renovated and has gorgeous views (it helped we had a beautiful day as the 2 previous days it rained). Their outdoor seating and firepits looked so nice, but it wasn't warm enough the day we were there to utilize them. There was only one other person tasting while we were there so we had a server all to ourselves. He was very knowledgeable about the wines and gave great descriptions as well as suggestions regarding wines that weren't part of the tasting-and even allowed us to taste a few. We enjoyed both of their Sauvignon Blancs (Estate and method beton), the Kite Tail Chardonnay, Brandlin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and the Spear Vineyard Pinot Nior. Would definitely recommend a visit and will stop in again when we return to Napa. read more

Completely worth the drive out to Napa Valley! We came here with our dog when trying to figure out something fun to do & that's open during quarantine. We didn't have a reservation since it was same day, but the server was more than accommodating when explaining we tried to call on our 1.5-hour drive over. There's such a lovely reservoir view once you get there! Definitely the only water view that I've witnessed out in Napa. Can't wait to come back & enjoy the full experience! read more

It wasn't in the plan. The famed Domaine Carneros turned us away without a reservation, and as the nightmare materialized, so did all others on this beautiful Sunday COVID-19 afternoon. On our drive back, we decided one more attempt at some wines, and it proved successful. Cuvaison has a little lake with geese as you enter on the property. Drive a little further, and you'll come to a modern tasting room with 400 acres of vineyards. I was elated. It was extremely clean, and they were careful to keep it that way upon check-in and seating. My gf and I, along with our little doggy, were seated inside near the glass doors which were wide open. A nice breeze with a view of the lake and vineyards -- sweet! We ordered not the tasting menu, but a chardonnay [$10, 4.5 stars] and a rose [$15, 3.5 stars] were both refreshing and much needed. Our wine server was awesome! So friendly, and was able to answer some of our difficult questions about the property and wine-making, in general. Worthy! read more

Not going to lie, I was pretty disappointed with my experience with Cuvaison. We made a reservation and visited on Memorial Day weekend, and it was such a beautiful day to visit this gorgeous winery. Upon walking in, my boyfriend and I marveled at the amazing view from the tasting room. Located a sharp left turn away from Domaine Carneros, Cuvaison is a lot more low-key and quiet, while offering an amazing view. The tasting room is made of glass, and since it was such a nice day, they opened all the doors/windows - so even if you were seated inside, it felt like you were right outside. You do have to make a reservation at Cuvaison, and they will handwrite a card at your table greeting you upon arrival. Ugh, I LOVE little personalized touches like that! Amazing. Unfortunately, after these amazing first impressions, it went downhill pretty fast. It's pretty clear that if you are not a club member, you will get second-class treatment. Our server was very very absent. He couldn't be bothered to interact with us at all. He would quickly pour us a glass, and scurry away to other tables, where he would be laughing, pulling up a seat at their table, and explaining each pour in great detail. My bf tried to ask him a question about the wine and we were met with blank stares, and a dismissive comment. By pour three, we were waitng 25 minutes until we got our fourth pour. That is not an exaggeration. I wanted to stop the tasting right then and there but I didn't want to kill the mood of our wine tasting experience. We eventually get through all 5 tastings, and our server tells us we can take our time, but to check out at the front. Fair enough, we finish our wines, and I head to the front. Someone else is closing out, and when it become my turn, the cashier just turns around and leaves! So I'm just chilling there, while the cashier, and my server clearly see me, but are doing other things. I get it, people are busy, but a simple acknowledgement of "we'll be right with you" would go a long way. Instead, the female cashier walks up to me after 10 minutes of me chilling there, and says "....is there something I can help you with." TLDR; I wouldn't recommend coming unless you are a club member, or if you don't automatically look affluent. Sigh. For $35 per tasting, you can find an amazing view and better service elsewhere. No need to settle in Napa - live and learn! read more

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I thought this was a decent winery that has a great view, at a reasonable price point, and easy to reserve. We got to sample a lot of types of wine and took some pictures. Despite being picturesque, I felt I would not return. The wine wasn't explained much when served and the experience didn't feel very special. read more

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The day prior to our tasting we rolled up and didn't have reservations. Luckily they had the phone number posted so we scheduled a tasting for early afternoon the following day. They require full payment at time of scheduling. LET ME TELL YOU-- THIS PLACE DID NOT DISAPPOINT! The staff were so wonderful. We had one guy "assigned" to our tasting and he walked us through each wine. We had a lot of questions about how the wine is made and the land the grapes grow on. He answered our questions. They have a couple of offerings for snacks and bites. I recommend to eat before, if you are not planning on purchasing their snacks. We bought several bottles of wine because of the excellent tasting. They have a lovely outside setting for both small and big groups. The view is so beautiful. I definitely recommend this winery! read more

Scott was amazing. Scott is very knowledgeable about the wine they have, the pairing of each and ever pour was impeccable. The customer service is beyond what I expected. If you do come, asked for Scott! read more

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OMG!!! The view here is AMAZING. Servers here are super nice and friendly too. Came here because the place across the street was booked, but ended up being a GREAT decision and would not redo it. I ordered 4 bottles of wine to ship back and the shipping was only like $20!!!!!!!!!! We also ordered a meat and cheese platter and it was delicious! We ended up getting a bottle of red wine to split amongst 3 people (can't remember the exact wine we chose) but I quite enjoyed the taste of it. Although all the outside seats were taken, the inside was quite nice too and we were able to enjoy the great view. I would not skip over this vineyard!!!!!!!! it was my favorite one because of the ambiance and the service! Everything was reasonably priced too, so I can't complain there. read more

Took my mom and aunt out for a day of wine tasting. Cuvaison is located right across from Domaine Carneros and the property is beautiful. We experienced our tasting in the "los carneros room" and tried a few different white and red wines. Our server explained the history of the wines and we found the Pinot to be our favorite. We will be back :) read more

What a great wine pairing yet. Scott was amazing. By far the best wine tasting experience I have ever had. Highly recommend!! Go go go! read more

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Cuvaison was the site of a family celebration and they rocked it. It was quiet, elegant, friendly with wonderful food, wine and service. They took the to let us enjoy the grounds and teach us about their process. Then as the sun was setting, we had a glorious dinner with all of the wonderful emotions of the celebration that we hoped for. Thank you! read more

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Our host, Leslie Love was so friendly and knowledgeable about the wine and viticulture area, it's nice getting to talk with other people in the wine industry because they know the best food and wine spots, she recommenced a few places and I put them on my to-do list instantly! The tasting room has a very modern architect to it, but still beautiful none-the-less! I was surprised how slow it was for a Thursday but maybe it was just our timing, it's better when it's slower anyways since I'm always asking a million questions. This winery is considered unique to me since it's one of the few places that didn't serve us Cabernet during our flight, we got to try a Brut Rose, Chardonnay, Sauv Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Syrah! The few red wines we did try were very light-bodied, not too dry and more on the fruity side (not too fruity though) Leslie taught us that since Cuvaison is close to the Sonoma coast, the cooler breeze at night is what makes those reds more lighter and whites more crisp! We've tried lots of tasting rooms in Calistoga and the Stag's Leap appellation but we are semi-new to Carneros appellation wines (only been to Hudson Ranch and Domaine Carneros in that area) but now we can say we've officially got to experience Cuvaison's signature wines and beautiful views! read more

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My husband and I went to Cuvaison on the 28th of April, we were both excited to go as it was our first time at this winery. The excitement wore off as we were seated and had to wait to get our first pour for over 15 minutes. Our server by the name of Daniel seemed to be helping the whole outside patio from the looks of it which is why we waited patiently. On our 2nd pour he was explaining how the Malbec is originally from the South of France and how people would mistake it for being Argentinian, and as he was going to walk away he said "it would go well with a carne asada" being that we are Mexican it really bothered me to be stereotyped. When he finally came back (15+ minutes passed) I asked him how long had he been working there, and he responded and then I respectfully asked him if he ever was stereotyped? And he said no, so I asked if he would like it if someone did that to him? And he said no! So I said neither do we, that comment about the carne asada was rude and made me feel uncomfortable and disrespected. He apologized and proceeded to say well in Argentina they have carne asadas and how he has mexican friends. Which made me feel as if he was just saying whatever to appease us. He left and then came back again and again mentioned how he lived in the valley and how he had Mexican friends here. Again...why? I emailed Cuvaison and I received a call back from Sylvie and she apologized but to be honest the apology seemed very forced and un wanting by her. She mentioned how we got our tasting fee's waived and YES we did, we bought 4 bottles of wine!!! That's why!! Not because they comped us anything. We will never go back to a place that allows their employees to minimize people by their skin color or ethnicity or ethnic background. Such a shame because we really were looking forward to having a great experience and celebrating our wedding anniversary! read more

I'm not a huge wine person but I wanted to visit because it's such a beautifully designed space. It's a great example of indoor/ outdoor living with these huge windows that allow you to see stretches of the winery. A great spot to spend a relaxing afternoon. read more

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What is not to like about Cuvaison?? The view, the wine and the staff are all excellent. We thoroughly enjoy ourselves every time we come here. We joined as members a few years ago and love. I highly recommend coming here and see what we see. read more

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Don't miss this stop! Best view, wine, people and atmosphere you can ask for. Let me know if there's a winery with a better view than Cuvaison. I'll wait. read more

We enjoyed the Distinction Tasting and it started off with a Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and then finished off with some Pinot Noirs, a Syrah and a Merlot. Overall, the wines were nice and we left with a bottle of Syrah. Good value for the wines available. Unfortunately their main tasting room, the one with the view, is under construction but they have indoor and outdoor seating for windy moments. read more

Absolutely one of my favorite wineries! The customer service is exceptional and so is the wine. The views are stunning and my favorite part is that it's never packed here. I love that it feels like Napa without compromising on aesthetics. I always bring guests here and recommend it to all my friends. I've been here 4 times in the past 9 months. I will definitely be getting a club membership next summer. Can't wait until my next visit! read more

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