Joseph Cellars Winery

Amazing experience with the join in tour. I was a little hesitant at first but I have made friends…read morefrom all over the country visiting. They offer a private side as well which the curators can plan and schedule for you. You give them an idea of what you want and they make the magic happen.

We went on a Platypus wine tour in 2019 and it was wonderful. We visited Lassiter winery, wine…read morecaves, and two other very nice wineries. We returned to Sonoma in 2026 with a small group and booked another tour. Booking and communication was a breeze. Very good. Ends up the property I rented offered a wine passport and we were to receive a discount. I called to confirm and they let me know the driver would apply the discount when we paid him the day of the tour. All sounded wonderful and was very clearly communicated. The tour in 2026 only went to 3 wineries. Two were just ok and one was not good. I don't think anyone on our tour purchased anything here. The time at each winery was like a typical tasting with some information on their winery. But no real information on Sonoma and Napa and the history of the area. At the end our driver had no clue on our discount and kept telling me he would get in trouble for charging me less. He insinuated I was making it all up. In the end he did honor the discount but seemed he did it as a favor not that it was a program that Platypus participates in. All in all I was disappointed in this wine tour and would no go on a platypus tour again and would not recommend them. Maybe we just caught them on a bad day. Luckily all the people on our tour were delightful so that made for a nice day.

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Tasting room at Canard

Woody's Wine Tours

4.9(78 reviews)

9.3 mi

We toured with Woody in March and we had the best time! It was a girls trip, he took such good…read morecare of us and put up with 8 of us crazy ladies for 4 days! Thank you Woody, we hope to come back again soon!

I called on Sunday afternoon, Woody answered and helped me set up a private wine tasting tour the…read moreNEXT day! Julie picked my wife and I up at our rental and proceeded to take us on a magical day. She was incredibly knowledgeable, and great fun to be with. We visited 3 boutique wineries, each of which was incredible in its own unique way. It was truly a "bucket list" experience, and if you head to the Napa/Russian River area you could not be in better hands than these folks. 6 stars on a 5 star scale.

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All Day Wine Tours

5.0(37 reviews)

23.7 mi

Hands Down the Best Driver in Napa Valley!…read more I discovered George on Yelp, and after comparing other Napa car services--many quoting well over $1,000 for wine tours--it's clear why his customers rave about him. His reviews truly say it all! There were plenty of reasons we chose George over the rest. From our very first contact, George was incredibly responsive and communicative. I had a party of 10 (6 adults and 4 kids) for my husband's 40th birthday celebration and needed a vehicle that could securely accommodate a car seat with a latch system--his car was absolutely perfect. He arrived right on time, greeted us warmly, and was super easy to talk to. Throughout the day, George consistently arrived within minutes at each of our destinations. He didn't just drop us off--he guided us to the exact entrances and exits of every winery, making the whole experience smooth and stress-free. On top of that, he shared insightful feedback about why each winery is special, adding a whole new level of appreciation to our tour. Another bonus, he provided water in an iced cooler and white glove door service! What really stood out was George's impressive local knowledge. Without even needing navigation, he expertly drove us from Petaluma to Napa while sharing fascinating stories and history about the wineries, estates, and the region itself. If you want a professional, friendly, affordable, and knowledgeable driver for your Napa experience, George is your guy! Highly recommend and would easily book him for our next trip!

The service provided by George was excellent. From initial conversation on booking, to suggestions…read morefor wineries, pick up and full day of fun. We were a party of 6 and would definitely recommend his services to any friends heading to Wine Country.

Birthday Cheers!

Best in town!

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Birthday Group

Leone Wine Tours

5.0(53 reviews)

7.0 mi

Jill Leone's wine tour exceeded our expectations…read more We were on a short leash with our schedule and reached out to Jill at the last minute. Fortunately, she was available on the exact day we wanted to book. Unlike many other tour guides, Jill took the time to learn about our wine and food preferences before planning our day. We were a little concerned that we would end up on a generic wine tour, but that couldn't have been further from the truth. Every stop was thoughtfully selected and perfectly tailored to our tastes. Along the way, Jill would spontaneously pull over so we could sample fresh fruit from local stands and taste different grape varieties right from the vines--experiences we never would have discovered on our own. Jill's knowledge, flexibility, and personal attention made for an unforgettable day. If you're looking for a truly customized Sonoma or Napa wine experience, we recommend Jill Leone 110%.

When you are planning a visit to the Russian River Valley and want a unique experience counter to…read morethe typical 'Napa' trip, we highly recommend Jill Leone as your guide. As We researched different guides and tours we found Jill.. Jill listened to our requests, offered advice based on her incredible knowledge of the area and experience with the different wineries. She helped us plan an amazing experience that surpassed our expectations! The owners of the wineries respect her as she has built a reputation of reliability, respect and excellent knowledge. We enjoyed every moment with her and the experience was the best we've had in Sonoma and the Russian River area. And we have very high expectations! We highly recommend her and we will certainly only plan our visits With her as our guide! Thank you, Jill!!! Warmly, Judy and Earl

Jill

The view from our table at Capo Creek

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Healdsburg Wine Tours

4.8(33 reviews)

17.1 mi

Great experience! We visited some unique and fun wineries and felt very special. The team was very…read moreaccommodating to changes in schedule (we had a hard time leaving each winery!! and had to shuffle a bit).

I've been a longtime lurker and decided to reserve my first review for an exceptional business:…read moreGene and Debbie Warren's Healdsburg Area Winery Tours. I contacted Gene several weeks in advance of our trip and he managed to address all of our varied interests. Specifically, we were interested in learning more about the winemaking process, biodynamic wineries, and tasting bold reds and some sparkling wine. Gene put together the following schedule for us, and we could not be more thrilled. Stonestreet Winery - Pretty good, but pricey, Cabernet Sauvignon. Too bad because the tasting room staff were really knowledgeable and friendly. Lancaster Estate - Our favorite! Here Gene scheduled a private tour of the estate and wine cave (where the barrels are stored). They only make four wines (sauvignon blanc, a cuvee, a cab, and a signature bordeaux blend), all of which are absolutely impeccable. We even considered joining the wine club, but the waiting list was too long for my patience. Robert Young Estate - Good scion; also known for their chardonnay but I personally found it too buttery. Tasting room staff was kinda tipsy too... Truett Hurst - A biodynamic winery specializing in zinfandel. I especially love their 2006 Red Rooster zin, which is really spicy and unusual (think cloves and cardamom). Montemaggiore - A small (10 acre), organic, estate winery owned by a family that's recently entered the winemaking trade. Gene scheduled an hour-long private chat with the owner/winemaker, and it was a phenomenal educational experience! Highly recommended. Many of the winery staff also seemed to really know and respect Gene, so they also gave us considerably more attention when we would walk in with Gene =) Go to tripadvisor.com if you want to see more reviews of Gene's services.

Healdsburg wine tour

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Healdsburg wine tour

Max Wine Tours

5.0(94 reviews)

26.6 mi

We had Pablo for our wine tour and he was fabulous! He exceeded our expectations. He was friendly…read moreand very informative. He has a great deal of knowledge to share concerning the wine industry and its history. He encouraged questions and was very patient with us considering we knew very little about the subject. The itinerary was a s follows: 2 wineries in the morning- he picked us up at our hotel at 9:00 am Lunch 2 wineries in the afternoon He dropped us off at our hotel after a fun-filled day Although he had the wineries picked out, we could have requested a change and he would have gone with it. He did have reservations at all the wineries and also at Brix, where we ate lunch. By the time he dropped us off, we felt like we had spent the day with a friend!

Everything! Incredibly knowledgable, first class all the way ! Went with Max 3 Thanksgiving weeks…read morein a row.

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Mendocino Wine Tours

4.3(11 reviews)

82.2 mi

This company does not disappoint. Stephan is a wealth of information and a absolute gem. If you are…read moreblessed to even get an open slot with them because tourist season they book up fast. I usually never give a solid 5out of 5 since there is always room for improvement but this time they deserve a 7 out of 5. They are that good!

Stephen is a terrific guide and a down to earth, very decent person. My girlfriend and I had a…read moregreat 6 hour tour with him. We started at Golden Eye, then went to Navarro and finished off with bubbles at Roederer. We had an excellent time with Stephen. He is extremely professional that takes his profession seriously and is damn good at it. He is an extremely safe driver and communicates great nuggets of wine country information and history. I would not hesitate to hire Stephen again for another excellent tour of wine country!

Offers customized solutions

Stephen Seago of Mendocino Wine Tours

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Perata Luxury Tours Napa & Sonoma

5.0(219 reviews)

23.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Nick was fantastic. We had a blast. His knowledge and expertise of Napa Valley and the wineries was…read morebar none!! Pretty wonderful photographer as well.

We've booked several limo and car services in Napa over the years, and Nick has been our favorite…read more He listened to what we wanted and made our daughter's 21st birthday extra special. Every winery had a thoughtful note or special touch waiting for her, making the day unforgettable. Nick was also very knowledgeable about the area and helped create a wonderful experience. We highly recommend him!

Howell Mountain Seclusion!

Los Carneros, Napa Valley 11/25

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Calistoga Wine Tours

5.0(1 review)

1.3 mi

we had fun out first full day in Napa, enjoyed Janelle, our hostess/driver for the day! We visited…read more4 boutique wineries with lunch, very nice and perfect for learning about wine making in this region.

Castello di Amorosa

4.1(5.2k reviews)

1.1 mi

I was a bit hesitant on adding this winery to our list of stops but I'm very glad we did it!…read more Gorgeous castle, beautiful architecture, medieval paintings in the tasting room. They offer grape juice tastings to the kids during wine tasting, so for my 14 yr old it was a huge hit. He even ordered a few bottles to take home.

If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, don't pass this one up. Highly recommend the…read moreDiamond tour where you get a full history of the castle, its inspiration finished with an amazing wine tasting (Cristian was phenomenal!!). You'll even see some rare one it's that the owners purchased at various auctions in Europe including a 15th century Iron Maiden located in the torture room. Next time: charcuterie and cheese tour...

Castello di Amorosa in the Diamond Mountain District of the Napa Valley.

Castle entrance

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We were a group of 20 visiting this, still under construction, winery. We were greeted by Joe and his wife and given a terrific tour of all of the, soon to be, wonderful facilities. Joe has great vision of what he wants his winery to be, small, fun, cigar room, Italian pizza oven and a super atmosphere. I can wait to see it again next year when everything is done. Jørgen Christiansen Dallas, Texas read more

David P.

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9 years ago

Such an excellent vineyard - wonderful service, excellent wine! Madeline was exceptionally knowledgeable and fun and the caves were great. Oh, and did I mention the wine? read more

Paul B.

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5 years ago

Their customer service is nothing more than a joke

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