Sterling is a must during your visit to wine country. The gondola right up to the tastings is an…read moreexperience on its own! We enjoyed our 5 wines provided by the staff at Sterling. It's a self-guided tasting so you pop into each stop after exploring each section of the winery along the way. Note - you must ride the gondola up (can be a little scary) in order to get to the actual winery. The views were 10/10! Absolutely gorgeous landscape of all of Napa since you're so high up with a vantage point. The wine was just okay to me. Nothing really stood out except maybe the cab sav. I still highly recommend you make the trip up here for the photo opps and views itself.

Wow this place is beautiful. As soon as you get off the gondola you see the beautiful property and…read moreare greeted with the first tasting. My group loved walking around the property, and the first and last wines were great. The middle three wines were nothing special, and it was kinda funny that the people pouring it didn't seem to actually know what they were pouring lol. This is definitely a place you go to just for the view/vibes, not the wine.

Excellent experience from start to finish, including for those families who have kids and are…read morelooking for a well-rounded adventure for all family members. Five stars! (Oh, and the wines were excellent too).

great gondola ride and lovely wines special shout out to Madeline and patty and kellen. Recommend…read morehighly.

I've booked a tour and tasting of this wonderful castle experience. A lot of wineries up tastings,…read morebut they don't really allow you to tour the facility. This tour took you into the bowels of the castle where you got to see where they stored the wine and places where the wine was made. Believe it or not this is an unusual experience and I would say worth every minute of the tour. Having said that this is a castle that was brought over from Italy brick by brick. So the dungeon isn't a real dungeon and the tunnels aren't exactly tunnels from the 1600s but still you get the feeling of how the Winery operates. It's truly an experience that you won't have anywhere else in Napa. They also have a mini animal farm on the property that you see once you exit the facility. This is a nice little experience for the children who go on the tour. The gift shop is actually an excellent one with unusual items not normally found in the local gift shops. I purchased several of their aiders as gifts and everyone loves them. If you can order them online, I would do so they're very unusual and a great gift for wine lovers.

Easy to make reservations though they are at odd times. Mine was for 11:36am. There's two emus and…read morechickens outside. It's quite a crowded place The wine is not good. Between the reds, rose, brutes and whites - didn't like any of them. We had only done the tasting so didn't get to explore the castle really but considering the history of how the castle was built with apparently a bottomless pit and dungeon - I don't care to come back. There are many other beautiful wineries to check out

We had a lovely time at Sattui. We had the distinct pleasure of having Bart as our wine tender. He…read morewas knowledgeable, attentive and personable. We also witnessed Bart keep his composure and defuse a situation with an irate customer. Between the wine and service it was a day to remember, and we can't wait to be back!

Awesome experience overall! Taking 1 star away because it was a bit too crowded but otherwise…read moregreat. One of the most kid friendly wineries in town. You could either do a tasting or just grab a bottle of wine and sit in the lawn. There was also a food truck outside. Plenty of parking too. There's a full gift shop and grab-and-go food options. Ambiance was decent, although Raymond, Sterling and Castello di Amorosa are way better on ambience at a similar price for tasting. They did honor the priority wine pass and the check in was smooth. We loved our tasting experience with Yury - our wine guide. It was on the patio outside on a lightly warm and pleasant summer day

This was the 2nd time that I've booked a wine bus service with eXtraordinary Tour Services. Both…read moretimes we've received excellent and accommodating services. We booked a party style bus for a group of 7 to Kenwood from the Marina. Our driver Paula was a star and we really appreciate the above & beyond service. Each time we've known which wineries we wanted to book but if you do not know, Dean was ready to make recommendations each time. I would recommend booking with Dean as you will not be disappointed!

Excellent experience. Dean was communicative, responsive, flexible, and easy to work with. The…read moredriver showed up early and was also communicative. I would definitely recommend.

ChatGPT recommended Bouchaine Vineyards based on my preference for a slower, quieter tasting…read moreexperience surrounded by vineyards and gardens--and it was exactly right. The entire experience was stellar, beginning with a welcome glass of Vin Gris, which counts as one of the five wines in the tasting. We settled into comfortable, spacious semicircular couches with panoramic views overlooking the vineyards, gardens, and mountains beyond. What truly elevated our visit was Dulce, our hostess, who has more than 20 years of wine experience. She described each wine with such knowledge and detail that we were able to choose wines we genuinely enjoyed. But it was more than expertise. She shared her knowledge and passion so freely and with such heart that she made the afternoon feel special. Dulce is truly a gift to Bouchaine. The hospitality began even before we arrived. When we realized we didn't need as much time between wineries, we called and asked whether we could move our 3:30 tasting to 2:30. They accommodated us with grace. We ended up staying more than 2 1/2 hours and never once felt hurried. I especially appreciated the generous spacing between the seating areas, which gave each group privacy and made the tasting feel peaceful rather than crowded. The grounds were lovely, with purple agapanthus and black-eyed Susans blooming against the vineyards and mountains. Even the modern wood architecture--from the tasting room and offices to the beautifully designed bathroom--made us feel as though we were somewhere thoughtfully created and genuinely special. Every member of the staff we encountered was warm and welcoming. Some wineries you visit once because you're curious to experience them. Bouchaine is the kind of place I would return to simply because of how wonderful it felt to be there. Although I would definitely be getting the Gewurztraminer, Merlot, and Pinot Noirs again too.

I attended a private group tasting at an offsite for work, and upon arriving at the winery, I was…read moretaken aback by the beautiful landscaping and views of the vineyard below. Our sommelier informed us that we were in the coolest and foggiest part of the valley, but it was a warm, clear day, and we were able to enjoy the lovely view from the terrace. Compared to other tasting experiences I've had in Napa, the tasting at Bouchaine was more laid back - we didn't take a tour, and our group was seated on the terrace for the afternoon. We tasted about 6 or 7 wines, including several blends unique to the winery. I liked how the tasting line up was flexible; our sommelier often let us choose between two wines for each round. Additionally, she explained the story behind each wine she poured. While I typically enjoy the more interactive tastings with a tour, it was nice to sit and relax with the stunning view.

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.

Wow, how far Domaine Carneros has fallen is truly sad…read more I have been coming here since childhood (with about at 15 year break for obvious reasons). In the 90s and early 00s they allowed well-behaved kids, and I remember being enchanted by the sheep cutouts, the pate and cheese, and the beautiful fountain. We eventually stopped being brought around, but my parents stayed members for decades. When I returned as an adult as guests on my parent's membership, the visits were wonderful. Servers were warm, the wine was phenomenal, the view stunning, and the food always great. After years of joining my parents, I finally became a member myself. Since then, visits with my husband have been inconsistent. To be clear, WE are consistent- we dress well, behave respectfully, never overindulge, and tip generously. Most of the time service is attentive, we taste everything, order plenty of food, and buy lots of wine to take home. Friends have even joined because they loved the experience. But about a third of the time service feels strict, stingy, and inattentive, and I cannot understand why our treatment differs so much from my parents, even with the same servers. But, we came back again and again, because MOST off the time it's a dream. This past weekend, however, may cost them two memberships. We visited with two couples, one already a member and one interested in joining. We were dressed well, respectful, and ordered plenty of food. After asking for a couple more tastes to go with our next round, we were told there was a limit of four pours. When the server returned (I had asked for some time to reconsider the tastes if we were limited), she said three. Everyone agreed we were told four the first time. If this is a new policy, why did it change within minutes? Why weren't we informed the first time we asked to try something else? Service declined from there. No checking on shade, slow follow ups when we asked for additional accoutrements, and no water top offs unless we asked. We were absolutely mortified that our good friends we had invited had this as their first experience, after us spending years telling them about how magical it generally is here. We ended our visit early and spent our money at Iron Horse Vineyards, where we enjoyed hours of great wine and a beautiful view without being cut off. One of the couples actually ended up joining their wine club based on the stark differences. Domaine Carneros lost an additional membership, hundreds in purchases, and may lose two dedicated members. All it would have taken was a few more ounces and a little more time. When we visit wineries where we hold memberships, we expect to be treated as valued guests and to enjoy tasting as much of the menu as we can until we are finished. Little gifts sent to us on our membership anniversaries are cute, but where is that same sentiment when we're there in person? That doesn't seem like too much to ask for other wineries. I keep giving Domaine Carneros chances though, as I have so many amazing memories here. My parents were shocked when I told them. They had just visited and had the experience they have enjoyed for decades. So why didn't we? We now have to decide if keeping this membership is worth it. The wine is excellent and the views impeccable, but I am not sure I want to support a place that so clearly chooses who gets better treatment.

My Uncle Ron was the guest DJ on Friday, July 3Rd. I have never been to this establishment before…read more However, I was super impressed with how close I lived to this place. I have to say, considering the fact that this was a holiday weekend, the amount of patrons in attendance, whether it was the main area or even throughout the vineyard was impressive. My uncle was playing all type of great hits, and the crowd was very engaged. It was super hot that damn people still were dancing and sipping their wine and those delicious wine slushies and let's not forget the food. Paesanos being on site is a huge bonus in my book. I'm already looking forward to the next time and I have to also mention that our hostess with the most is not hope I don't forget her name. Michele was amazing. Her service was impeccable.

Loved everything about this place! This was my first visit,…read morerecommended by my husband's friend who works here. The venue is beautifully designed and cozy everywhere you look! Just being there feels so relaxing, and the patio is dog-friendly too! The staff were warm and attentive, the food was delicious, and the wine tasting was an absolute delight. I can't wait to come back again soon!

Very nice upscale winery. Their wine tasting experience is $80 for two glasses and a charcuterie…read moreboard. A little pricey to sample two wines, but it is very beautiful here with amazing architecture and design. Unfortunately, you're not able to just have a (1) glass of wine, you need to do the $80 two glasses and a charcuterie board if you want to taste here. We did not end up having our wine tasting experience here, but we were able to walk around, and it was beautiful. Also heard their paella gift set is amazing and that they have paella experiences here too! It was beautiful, but not full, so chances of being able to walk in, is probably high. + $80 for two glasses and a charcuterie board + Need to do the two glasses, cannot get one. + Beautiful scenery + Beautiful decor + Cute walk + Accessible for all with an elevator

I am genuinely disappointed and a little shocked at my experience today. Price was clearly mislead…read moreand we were not told about our options with selection. Yet we were stuck with a glass for 80$ instead. Transparency with customers is essential, and unfortunately, that was completely lacking during our visit. This experience left a very negative impression, and I hope the business reevaluates how it communicates its promotions so other customers aren't caught off guard the way we were. After bringing our complaint verbally, we were told sorry and left to leave.

A late review from our wedding last year! We used Napa Sonoma Wine Tasting Driver for shuttling…read moreabout 50 guests and they were fantastic. Everything ran on time even with multiple stops throughout the day, which was our biggest worry with that many people to coordinate. We shopped around quite a bit for shuttle services and they had the best rates for our group size. But what really impressed us was how flexible they were when we needed to make some last-minute changes to timing and pickup spots. They could have been difficult about billing adjustments but really went out of their way to make sure we were happy. It's clear they actually care about taking care of their customers, not just getting through the job. Made one less thing for us to stress about on an already busy day. Would definitely use them again and recommend to anyone needing reliable transportation in the area

Amazing company state of the art vehicles was highly impressed an will definitely work with them…read moreagain.