Definitely going to miss this place but happy to learn that they won't be too far away. It's always a good time here and nice to unwind somewhere so close to home. Elaine was great and so was the new wine we tasted. Thank you, Gen 7! read more

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Our server was the sweetest lady we really loved her! This place is cozy with only a few seats inside and a larger patio area that's covered with plenty of lighting and heaters. We chose the reserve red tasting , all the wines had unique flavors but my top two wines for this tasting were the Pinot Noir and the Merlot very light and dry wines something you don't taste too often. The last 3 we're much bolder and richer in flavor. Overall a nice experience. read more

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Delicious wines, friendly staff, and wonderful views in Napa Valley. Plenty of space, parking, and great atmosphere. read more

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A very nice wine shop in the Village at Meritage Resort & Spa. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff Was surprised to find a Yelp buy one tasting get one free. They didn't actually know how to handle it. But it was resolved and honored . We bought a bottle each of the Sparkling Rose. read more

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Such a good set of wine recommendations and great service. Elaine made our experience what it was, with her storytelling and expertise, we were in very good hands. 10/10 would recommend & do it again! read more

Great tasting room. Awesome staff. Their wines are the best around. A true hidden gem.

A family-run winery going on their 7th generation! We were in Napa for work and wanted a walk-in wine tasting option. They advertised that walk-ins are welcome so we gave them a try. We really enjoyed our time at this intimate tasting room, located at Vista Collina Resort at the Meritage (this is part of the resort's complex of tasting rooms, a market, and more, with a central lawn area). The pretty Gen7 tasting room has lots of wood textures and earth tones, with indoor and outdoor seating areas. We sat outside on their tented patio and appreciated the tent protecting us from the sun and wind! Comfy seating, old vine decor...loved the vibe. We opted for the $40 Signature Tasting and chose 5 wines from the 9 available. And we took advantage of the Yelp Check-In Offer: 1 free tasting (oh yeah! thankful for that as $40 is a pricey tasting for us coming from Sonoma County). I took home a bottle of my two favorite wines: -Contortionist Sparkling Rosé -Yielding Petite Sirah A few other things to note: -Park along the street on Bordeaux Way. -A Cheese/Charcuterie board is available if you order 24-hours in advance. Hungry before or after your tasting?! There's a market and a food truck right there in the same complex. We finished our tasting then sat in the central/communal tented picnic area to enjoy food we ordered from the food truck. Super easy and convenient, especially if you're staying at the resort and don't want to go far. If you're in the area looking for a walk-in wine tasting option, give Gen7 a try! read more

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Roxanne, Roxanne! She's so sweet and amazing!! Thank you for such remarkable service. We're glad we stumbled (no pun) into Gen 7's tasting room. I haven't enjoyed many wines in a tasting this much. I actually left tipsy. My husband loved the jalapeño cheddar almonds we had for a snack. read more

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I was really impressed by how cute and comfortable the outdoor patio seating was here. The chair cushion's were thick and soft and the faux animal skins on the ground made you feel as if you were in a swanky den or lounge. I also loved the touch of having the vines as a barrier around the patio, it helped give off that winery vibe that you so desperately want while tasting. When we arrived on a Sunday afternoon we were the only ones there and had our choice of seats. No less than 10 minutes later the patio was filling up with parties all around us. After looking over the tasting menu we decided to go with two of the signature flights. This flight was less expensive and allowed you to choose the 5 wines you wanted to taste. Our host, I believe her name was Maria, did a wonderful job. She helped us decide between a few of the wines we were interested in since we were narrowing it down. Very knowledgable of the wines and the labels. She was the only one working on a Sunday afternoon - which is crazy, so towards the end of our visit it was slow to get our last pour and to check out, but she was hustling around to all the tables doing her thing, so props to her. I really did enjoy the wines, however due to the price of the tasting I only ended up taking home one bottle. Would've loved to take the sparkling rosé home too, but my wallet would've left a bid sadder had I done so. They do currently have a Yelp check-in offer for buy one tasting get one free, so if you have a Yelp account and are heading here be sure to check it out! Note- when putting Gen 7 wines into Apple maps it doesn't actually take you here but rather to a business complex parking lot around the corner. So if you are using Apple maps and it looks like you're in the wrong spot keep driving around the corner and when you see the big resorts you're in the right spot. read more

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Popped by here as we were staying across the street at the Meritage. We came with about 20 minutes before close, so they said we couldn't do the full tasting and instead we each got a glass and hung out outdoors. The pours were VERY generous, which was nice. The outdoor area was nice and I bet during the day the courtyard is fun to hang out, but it was relatively empty when we were there. The wine itself was good- I had a petite syrah and my wife had the rose- both were good. Would probably check this out again if we're at Meritage read more

Maria was AMAZING. She took such great care of my friend and I. Very knowledgeable and very attentive. Such a peaceful atmosphere. We enjoyed every bit of our time there and purchased roughly 5 bottles. Maria is amazing highly recommended :) read more

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Highly recommend coming to Gen7 if you're in Napa. My wife and I have been here twice and have been absolutely blown away by the service and friendliness of the staff both times. Our 2nd time here, we were helped by Mary who was not only knowledgeable but such a great host. She was friendly, talkative and knew everything about the wine. She taught us about each wine and made the wine tasting experience very fun. Will continue to come back for the wine and hopefully Mary is here to help and tell us about each wine. read more

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My Friend and I came on a Thursday afternoon for a 5 course tasting, the host was very sweet. Explained the tastings and chit chatted around with the different parties. She would circle around and pour tastings, even let us try different kinds among the two of us. I was surprised by the dessert wine at the end. i highly recommend it! Would definitely recommend and be back again read more

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Going out on a limb here, but it's fair to say that places like GEN 7 are not the reason most people come to the Napa Valley. Situated at the far south end of the Valley (south even, of Napa Valley College) GEN 7 is part of a group of tasting rooms that comprise The Village, sort of an open-air mall that caters to guests who stay in the hotels (e.g. Meritage, Vista Collina) which surround it. The tasting room is clean, comfortable, right-sized, and nicely appointed. It seems perfectly outfitted to serve those who find themselves here which, on the day of my visit, was 100% comprised of people bearing coupons doled out by those surrounding hotels, for 2-for-1 tastings or splashes. I had something different: A Napa Valley "Cellarpass", entitling me to a tasting of 3 wines from GEN 7's "artist series" which run $38-$58 per bottle. Currently, tastings of these wines are not on the tasting menu. Menu tastings encompass more tastings of different wines at costs of $30 and $40. But you've got a coupon, right? GEN 7 wines are comprised of grapes from different vineyards and counties, not necessarily Napa. The wines I sampled were good though neither the Inseperable (50/50 Cab/Zin blend), the Bestower (Sonoma, 95/5 Syrah/Zin), or the Yielding (Napa, largely Petit Syrah) inspired a purchase. The real find here, in my opinion, was The Village itself. Outside the doors of GEN 7 is a vast lawn area appointed with chairs and tables and games, open to all. Those with kids in tow, those bearing a picnic lunch, or those just wishing to enjoy a nice glass of something can enjoy it from a lovely al fresco setting and you needn't be staying in a surrounding hotel to do so. Gen 7 is a perfectly fine experience, even if there's no vineyard or chateau to enjoy along with your wine. If you're staying at one of the nearby hotels, coupon in hand, it's really a no-brainer. read more

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Took my girlfriend to the Meritage Resort in Napa for Valentine's Day weekend. We sat outside in their large patio and ordered their Signature and Reserve Red tasting with their Valentine's chocolate special. I like reds and my girlfriend likes a mix, so these tastings were perfect. Their tasting room patio was comfortable, and our server was very knowledgeable about the wines and story of the company. We absolutely loved all of the wines and took home a few bottles. Our experience was great and loved the relaxed vide. Must go when in Napa. read more

Tried the signature Tasting on the 4th of July. Was outstanding. Each wine was served well. Our hostess told us about each wine. The vibe from the courtyard music was good. Highly recommend GEN7wines if in Napa. read more

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This tasting spot was in the property we were staying at. Not crowded at all and the service was great! Their wines were delicious. read more

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I am finally making a review after months! Terry our host was amazing-- she is by far one of the best wine hosts I have ever had in Napa County. She was extremely knowledgeable of the history, fun, and she provided impeccable service. She was so sweet and kind! She knew her wine and I will definitely come back to see Terry. All their wines were on point and I loved the duo dessert one. read more

First time here for wine tasting with the family and we loved it. I have to say this is literally the first place in Napa in the last two days of our short vacay that Customer services was on point and we felt welcomed. Staff were nice and friendly where they made you feel welcoming. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. We were seated inside. Nobody else was inside besides us. We didn't feel rush like other place where they limit you to an hour for wine tasting. Manager came by to check in and socialize here and there. They had a great variety of wine which all tasted great. Most of us did the signature tasting while my sister opt for the red. Sister ended up purchasing a bottle we all loved and enjoyed. Although I prefer white and the dessert wine this red was very tasty and smooth. Would definitely come back when in the area to hangout with great companies and recommend this place to others. Thank you for an awesome experience! read more

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Roxanne served us during the New Orleans/Jazz fest at Meritage in Napa. She was amazing!!!! Their wine is incredible and the ambiance is great. We actually wanted to adopt Roxanne as family! I have to say that I LOVED the Petit Syrah! Great job! read more

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Had an excellent afternoon here at Gen 7. Gabe was very accommodating and helped me through tasters according to my wine preferences. He was very thorough and answered questions on grape origin and barrel aging. Gabe was a charming host and I'd certainly be happy to come back. read more

My wife selected this place based on the reviews and we were not disappointed!!! I have gone to numerous wine tastings and I can't remember a time where every single wine was outstanding. We got to meet the owner Tim who was awesome and our server Terry was the best!!! We definitely recommend this place check it out!! read more

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Really enjoyed the wines. The history of the family and the artwork on the bottles enhanced the tasting experience. Was very impressed by our hostess, Terri. Extremely knowledgeable. Kept the tasting fun. Handled the crowd well and our glasses filled. Great tasting for a lazy Tuesday afternoon. read more

I spent some time in the GEN 7 tasting room today and had a wonderful time! We felt very comfortable and happy with our experience. The wine and ambiance were lovely but Peggy is what made the experience one we hope to repeat; she is knowledgeable, hospitable, and pleasant. It is also always nice to know you are supporting a family business. We are already looking forward to our next visit! Highly recommend this quaint tasting room. I've attached a photo of the beautiful sunset we would have missed if Peggy had not pointed it out to us! read more

GEN 7 Wines - Sunset outside of GEN 7 tasting room - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Napa, California

Gen 7 wines is a great location for tasting or hosting an event for friends or family. The staff was informative and very accommodating read more

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Really fun location; live music and activities for the kids on the weekends. Quaint tasting room, incredible history for winemaker Tim and his family. Delicious wines and great atmosphere! read more

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Gabe is amazing! So professional and so knowledgeable, very genuine in his interactions with people. He made my rainy bday special and even made my kids feel special aswell. read more

There is no event in San Diego that lately does not showcases some Gen7 wines, coming out of the Brookside wineries in Rancho Santa Fe. This is the legacy of a wine-making family that started their business in 1832 when the Vache family left France for California in search of similar climate and better fortune. Gen7 stands for the 7th generation rejuvenating the wine legacy. I have been tasting them at several events, especially at the Mingei Museum, the MOPA, the zoo food and drink event held a couple of weeks ago...and I fell in love with a new (to me) variety of wine called Viognier. As they define the flavor of Viognier variety: 'fresh stone fruit and honeysuckle aromas with a sweet melon and orange blossom finish'. You can join their wine club in different levels: Charter, Epicurian or Founders, and make purchases through their website or...keep enjoying them served chilled at your favorite event! read more

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Received a two for one tasting at Gen7 and decided to give it a try. So glad we did, not only was the wine quite good we were also fortunate enough to meet Tim Bacino the winemaker and owner which just made the experience that much more enjoyable. If in the area stop in and give it a try.. read more

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Gen 7 at Vista Collina is a great stop along the Vista Collina path. If you like bold reds, I recommend stopping in. They have some really nice zinfandel blends and a great library Cabernet Sauvignon. We were able to have a nice COVID-19 era experience on the patio under an umbrella with Ken facilitating our buzz. It was also great to meet Tim, the down to earth owner and winemaker. Gen 7 and Vista Collina in general, are great places that are overlooked by locals. read more

Great wine tasting experience! Comfortable, relaxing, wines were delicious! We ended up with two wonderful bottles to take home, and I plan on joining the wine club as soon as I can get rid of my current club! read more

3 stars for the wine tasting and charcuterie we ordered when we reserved the tasting. Amy was great but she was the only one there and she got busy. We didn't order any of the wines as none really stood out to us. Thanks Amy! read more

We got a chance to visit the GEN 7 tasting room the week after Christmas, and it did not disappoint. They took walk-ins which was super convenient. Marissa was great! Marissa was very friendly and informative about the wines, and suggested pairings. We got the Reserve Red Tasting and it was so good that we bought a few bottles. We would definitely visit again when in Napa. Side note: The GEN 7 tasting room is in a really great/convenient area that includes other tasting rooms nearby (so you don't have to drive around) and cool ice skating rink (or picnic area during the warmer months). read more

Had one of the best experiences visiting Gen 7, and we visit many wineries each year. Our "pourer" was top notch, suggesting many different varieties and did an incredible job explaining the different notes/characteristics of each varietal as well as sharing the entire process from vine to bottle. Had the pleasure of meeting Tim B. the owner of Gen 7, who was out & about in the tasting room visiting & chatting with clients... VERY NICE TOUCH that you don't see that often. If you're a collector/connoisseur of fine wines, Highly recommend a a visit to this winery. You wont be let down!!! BTW...great decor for those who appreciate fine taste. read more

In these COVID-19 times, it wasn't as easy to make plans for my BFF's bday celebration, but Tim was great! From his personal emails, to reservations, to personally hosting us at the tasting room, and making us feel special, Gen7 easily became one of our favorite wineries. In fact, his winery was the only one where we all agreed we needed to take home some wines that we all unanimously enjoyed. (Try The Contortionist - perfect for a hot day!) In all, don't miss Gen7 Wines! Highly recommended! read more

GEN 7 Wines - Pic with Owner Tim Bacino whose family has created wines for over 180 yrs - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Napa, California

Great wine!! We arrived back in Feb. with our yorkie Sophie. Tim welcomed us with open arms and he provided an Exceptional service! My favorite wine was the dessert wine, it tasted like grape juice. We had really lovely time at Gen 7. read more

GEN 7 Wines - Sophie got a rose from Tim - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Napa, California

We had a girls weekend in Napa to celebrate our good friends birthday and finished off our trip in The Village. We didn't have an appointment but they happily took us for a tasting for 4. The gal who helped was fairly new but she did excellent in telling us all about the winery, it's history and the wines we selected for our tasting. We were so impressed with the wine and the hospitality, 2 of us joined their wine club and can't wait for future events and shipments! read more

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Very disappointed in how rude the male host was that is working this evening. We stopped in earlier today and spoke with a very pleasant lady who said the last tasting was at 6:30 and they close at 8 - no problem. However when we arrived just now at 5:30 the male host was very irritated and stated he just sat a 7 top so he would not be able to help us. Again with significant attitude and disdain. Very disappointing experience and we will be communicating this experience to our owner rep at Vino Bello/Meritage. Would definitely not recommend to anyone especially when the male host is working! Would give a zero star to him if possible! read more

Gen 7 Wines had such a fun and welcoming atmosphere! They have a big selection of wines for tasting with options that guide you through, or you can pick your own 5. They did a great job of educating us on the wines and the family history behind it. We became members and are excited to have our bottles shipped to us all the way in Iowa. Highly recommend Gen 7 wines! read more

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Amazing wine experience! The wine was delicious, Maria, our host was so knowledgeable and pleasant! The atmosphere was perfect! We were visiting with our 11 years old son and there was plenty o space for him to play while we enjoyed our tasting! I really recommend this place! Look for Maria, she is the best! read more

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