Wanted a special place to celebrate our 29th wedding anniversary weekend. Couldn't be more pleased…read morewith the experience. Booked a tasting and was hosted by Lin - she was a delight. Super personable & knowledgeable - total class. In our top 3 tastings of all time - very special juice. "crazy yummy" was the phrase of the day. The winery history is remarkable and the various tasting and display rooms are well designed. Stroll through the Japanese gardens - will not disappoint. Bravo to the Chateau Montelena team!

A perfect 10. Chateau Montelena is The Napa Valley standard for the best winery in the area What…read morean amazing visit to spend for my 50th birthday. I wish I would've gotten something special for my occasion while there. Like a signed bottle or something marking the special occasion. It was just the perfect experience all the way around. interesting that it was also the 50th anniversary of the Chardonnay that made Chateau Montelena & Napa Valley famous. Of course, we checked out and bought 2 bottles of reds at the end of the tasting without even thinking about buying the white. So disappointed that didn't occur to me to this morning. I mean the red cab's are just to amazing on there own. Ok so here is how the visit went. When we showed up early at 9:30am, we actually meant to just walk around the lake and view the birds. We made no reservations as we figured the place was fully booked for months. So we just wanted to at least see the famous vineyard.. we drove up and we immediately noticed the beautiful grounds. I mean stunning in every way. We even watched and photographed a beautiful white swan gracefully move throughout the lake. Afterwards, we walked up the path to the chateau and was presented with a old historic and charming building residence. Absolutely stunning, a complete representation of the movie bottle shock. We continued to walk around the building where we were allowed to enter the wine tasting room. At first, we were unsure of what to expect. I believe her name was Lynn invited us to have a tasting. Everyone was so gracious and nice. Just felt so sophisticated & elegant in every way. Lynn was so nice and inviting that I just wanted to say thanks to her again. You made our tasting feel amazing. We ended up buying 2 bottles of red cab when we were there to avoid paying for the tasting. I mean I'm so happy that I got to experience this winery. The history and quality wine making really is the standard for the area. A complete must visit if your ever in Calistoga. Thank you.

We had such a fun visit Saturday! We got a full tour, a rundown on how they make their wine and a…read morethorough tasting of many of their wines. Absolutely recommend a visit here. Another must try is their balsamic vinegar! I bought one because I couldn't resist!

Had such a lovely experience. All of the wines are amazing! I'm not a fan of red wine but I walked…read moreout with a Cabernet bottle.. it's that good!!

First time in Calistoga and Tamber Bey couldn't have set the bar any higher. Nothing but welcoming…read morestaff and horses! Surrounded by the beautiful mountains of North Napa, as well as many friendly retired and working horses, all while tasting some of the best wines Napa has to offer. The grounds are stunning and nearby many great restaraunts and hot springs. We became members and can't wait to return!

5/4/24 Tamber Bey…read moreVineyards is a beautiful winery with open space where you can see the mountains and they have horses in the stable. It's a lovely with all the open space. Our wine connoisseur was super friendly and took his time to explain the different wines were were tasting. We also got a charcuterie board to share. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. They are also dog-friendly so next time I will need to take my Coco here.

Nigel was just absolutely amazing. Not only was the wine knowledge on point but he being from…read moreCanada the Hockey conversation was phenomenal!! Great place to come, meet Nigel on Fri Sat or Sunday and have a very cool robot deserve you!!! Get here, you won't regret it!

Maria was very welcoming Brut sparkling was yummy and so…read morewas the RRV Pinot Noir The cheese plate was OK and the rest of the wine was also OK. I would say it was over price for what I got during tasting

Had a wonderful time tasting here. We sat on the front patio, surveying the Calistoga main drag,…read moreand sipping French style wines. We felt welcomed and well served by the knowledgeable and personable, Jayne-Marie. Besides the great wines, she made our visit even more memorable. Favorite wines we tried were the Albarino, the Rose of Syrah, the Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Champagne. Stop by for a sip

What a delightful, eclectic shop of so many hand-selected items such as those made by indigenous…read morepeople including hat bands and jewelry with old coins, scarves, blankets, large photos, and paintings on ledger paper. Quite a unique store. So many items have gemstones! I chose one of many types of VitaJuwel vial wands that fits inside a specially-designed water decanter. The vial charges your water with the gems' qualities to enhance your wellness. The vials are hand-blown glass by artisans from Bohemia. Each vial has different qualities depending on the gems inside. There are 12 sets of gemstones. For instance, the Forever Young vial for the decanter includes green aventurine, blue aquamarine, brown smoky quartz, and clear quartz for qualities including detoxification, cleansing, stress relief, and serenity. There are also gem-infused candles. The soap or hand sanitizer dispensers and glass water bottles also contain gemstones. The gemstone lamps are a must-see--I saw one of purple, green, and white fluorite. The magick book I purchased there by local Tenae Stewart is an interesting page-turner. I also got a beautiful stone plate that was actually carved around an ancient ammonite. The spiritual qualities of these fossils include circulating energy to relive trauma, enhancing stability, deepening meditation, and balancing the body, mind, and spirit. They're from the Cretaceous period estimated around 146-66 million years ago. There's a sitting area with beautiful, large windows to let in natural light and standing bar for wine tastings. I described the type of wines I enjoy and Carly chose the amazing 2019 Picayune Padlock--a Napa Bordeaux Blend wine of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 18% Cabernet Franc. It was absolutely exquisite. Its nose is blackberries, chocolate, and autumn spices. The flavor is well-balanced with a lingering finish of blackberries, plums, and peppercorns. Very drinkable without food. Carly mentioned that this particular wine is even included on the menu at the prestigious French Laundry restaurant. I asked about the great stories are behind the key logo and the name Picayune.

What a disappointment!!! It was lightly raining when we got there l, despite this we were still…read moretold to sit on the picnic benches outside specifically on the far end. We didn't sit at the far end and when the hostess came she made the request again and we pointed out the fact that that end of the table was wet. She moved us to the screened in porch. This wasn't a problem except for it was lightly raining before we arrived and it got heavier and there didn't seem to be a real plan in place. She did state that since they had guests staying the home they don't host tastings inside. Well not sure if the rule changed because 3/4 of the way through our tasting the next tasting arrived and they were set to have their tasting in the house. This was only one disappointing aspect of the visit. The hostess was not dressed professionally and we were served what seemed like boxed breadsticks that were extremely hard and tasteless. The wines were okay but definitely priced higher than in the store. We visited because the other couple in our party buys Amici at home and they thought it would be great to schedule a tasting. The experience was overall disappointing.

Great visit to Amici Cellars. My wife and I were treated to what felt very much like a private…read moretasting on the porch looking at the mountains and sampling some great California wines. Our host Dave was excellent - very knowledgeable and fun to hang with for part of the afternoon. One of two vineyards that we actually ordered wine to be shipped home from our trip[. It's a really nice drive to the vineyard as well.

Discovered winery from Groupon. It is hidden in the outskirts of Calistoga, worth the drive. Very…read morepeaceful, relaxing wine tasting vibe. Both staff were great and friendly. I liked the Petite Sirah the most. My son liked their Cabernet more. For me, it was a bit too dry. Both petite sirah I thought were good, not dry, smooth finish.

Envy Wines is a great place to kick back, relax, and enjoy some high quality estate grown wines in…read moreNapa Valley. Conveniently located near adjacent towns, of Calistoga, St. Helena, and Santa Rosa, this offering makes for a great visit, day trip, or wine tour and highly accessible from main roads. The service is phenomenal. Erin was able to explain the wines, grapes, process, and things to do in the area. She was so pleasant to speak to and learn from. She is the definition of true hospitality. The atmosphere is laid back and welcoming. This property is friendly to all, including children, dogs, and cigars! Dress code is casual and the attitude is down to earth and not pretentious, so if you identify as a relaxed and casual person, you'll do just fine here! The wine tastings offer some on and off menu items, so you are getting what the menu promises and more. I enjoyed the 2021 Envy Chenin Blanc, the 2020 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, and the 2019 Borderline Petite Syrah. One of the off menu items was the dessert port wine, which I suggest to have with a piece of dark chocolate. A truly great pairing. I highly recommend Envy wines for the value and service provided!

Yelp steered me to this winery and the recommendations were right on…read more A laid-back vibe, the grounds are beautiful with plenty of shady seating and views, and the super friendly service from Ezra showed us why they're called the "friendliest winery in the valley." And his knowledge guided us through an impressive tasting and convinced us to join their club.

Off the beaten path but worth the journey. Cabs and Syrahs are delish and the price point for most…read moreof the library is between $50-$75 per bottle. The wine drinks like a more expensive wine and would stand up against most wines in the $100+ range. Tasting room is small so manage expectations but the wine will impress. Bold notes and fruit forward make sure it will be a crowd pleaser.

We were camping at the nearby state park and were looking for a place that was open for wine…read moretasting and picked this one. It was around 5pm on a Thursday and we were the only ones around. The tasting cost $40 for 6 pours, starting with a rose and ending with a Cabernet Sauvignon. I am not very fond of reds but all the ones that were on the tasting menu that day were very good. The rose was my favorite. I was talking to the owner and he mentioned that he prefers to be out making wine instead of pouring and I can see that. Also, the pours were very tiny. There was not much information shared about the wine etc, he left the bottle with the information side turned towards you to read up on your own. The place itself is beautiful and it used to be a hardware store. It's right next to the city hall and across the street from the police station. There is street parking as well as a public parking lot next to the police station. The place is dog friendly and the owner bought out a bowl of water for my baby. I didn't buy anything but I would visit again.

We happened to drop in to Olabisi in Calistoga on a whim just walking through town, and we're so…read moreglad we did. We were fortunate to meet the owner, Ted, who was very kind and knowledgeable, and the wine was Excellent and a Great value. The tasting room was cute, clean, comfortable, and bright. We left with 6 bottles and wish we bought more; will be ordering more soon. We went to several other bigger/more "famous" wineries in the area, and Olabisi was our favorite. Thanks again Ted!

Blessed to have had a wine tasting session at Spire Collection Winery today. Fantastic offerings…read moreof Cabernets, Pinot, and Chardonnay. The knowledge imparted, the science, the willingness to answer questions fully and openly were a real gift, and the insights Wil shared were amazing. All of this in a magnificent setting and a relaxed, unhurried manner made this the best wine tasting I have ever experienced. Consider it a major loss if you do not schedule time with Wil at Spire Collection!

We'd made reservations for a tasting here with our best friends because Spires represent, among…read moremany others, two (2) labels of which we were interested. Our appointment was made the week beforehand for Jan 3rd at about 2pm. Our preference is red wines. They noted this when taking the reservation and promised to provide reminder email/text the day of the tasting. A good start. The tasting room is in the northern part of the Napa Valley in Calistoga. Gorgeous setting. We were greeted as we walked up to the door by Estate Manager Ryan Hughes. He was friendly, engaging, and created a relaxed atmosphere from the beginning. He let us know this would be a private tasting. I knew I was in trouble with a capital "T" almost immediately. The tasting table was preset with stemware and water pitchers. Elegant but not stuffy. I noticed jazz background music immediately - Coltrane: A Love Supreme is spinning on the vinyl record player. Classic. The wall facing the small vineyard is a picture glass window providing a spectacular view. They know how to set a stage. It only got better as we were given the best tasting presentation I've ever had. He was informative, educational and seemed interested in our opinions. Even though this setting could be seen as formal, it was the opposite. The wines were excellent. An outstanding group of global labels and wines were sampled. I don't need to be a member of another wine club, but I couldn't help myself. There was no turning away. We left with the 4 bottles of our favorites (our friends with 2 more). And I can't wait for the next shipment. I guess "A Love Supreme" was apropos.