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Kuleto Estate

4.4 (127 reviews)

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Picnic table at Kuleto overlooking the water.
Jackson B.

Let me start by saying I've been to Kuleto 4 times now and I've thoroughly enjoyed each experience and most likely - I'll be back again. This place is that cool and unique. However, it is not perfect and there are a few drawbacks. ESTATE (5 out of 5): Hands down this estate is incredible in every way. It's private, there are no buses filled with drunk tourists, it's indescribably beautiful, and there a ton of little nooks to explore. Best part, after the tour you can stay and hang out on the estate for as long as you like. You can make a strong argument this is the best estate in the valley. ESTATE TIP THAT WILL 10X THE EXPERIENCE: If you don't bring food to picnic here then you are losing at the game of life. Picnicking here at the table overlooking the water, on one of the patches of grass, or in one of the many hidden sitting spots is a MUST!!! You will thank me later. As mentioned, you can stay as long as you like! TOUR (2 of 5): The tour feels like a formality at this place. Most of the discussion on the tour is about how amazing the estate and Pat Kuleto are. We get it, the place is basically a little slice of heaven on earth and Pat is awesome for creating it but I don't need 45 min of talking about it. Take my advice and take the tour as an opportunity to ask questions about anything you are remotely interested that is related to wine. Some of the tour guides are fairly knowledgeable but if you just let them talk they will only talk about Pat and the estate. Do your best to direct the discussion to something actually interesting or worth your time. WINE (3 out of 5): For some reason I just don't love the wines at this place. They are good, but I feel like they either need to be decanted or stored for a period of time before serving. I'm not sure what it is but if we are going just on the wine I rather go to a place like Duckhorn or Paraduxx. TASTING TIP THAT WILL 10X THE EXPERIENCE: Get a seat facing the vineyard for the wine tasting portion after the main tour. After the tour is over people sorta stand around not knowing what to do then casually sit down. Be proactive and move with purpose. Ask the tour guide which table you will be sitting at (if both are empty) then immediately grab a chair and sit down facing the vineyard. Trust me, you rather look out toward the rolling hills and the sun than look at the side of the building. It will make a massive difference. OVERALL (4 out of 5): This place flat out rocks. Going to this place will make you feel like you just took the off ramp from reality and drove into some magical kingdom of wonder filled with quality wine, unbelievably friendly people, phenomenal conversation, jaw-droppingly beautiful views, and a super cool dog. It's small, it's private, it's friendly, it's straight out of a movie. Enjoy!!

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Michael D.

There are no words able to describe the beauty of this Estate. We came up here for a by appointment only tasting and was not disappointed. The setting was very intimate and personal. Not like those other conveyer belt type of commercial wineries. Our guide was not dry or snooty at all. Her was very fun and knowledgeable. The grounds were amazing. LOOK AT THE PICS I POSTED! Mr. Kuleto is a visionary when it comes to design. Lets not forget the most important thing..the wine. Each wine was absolutely amazing. From the Rose, Chardonnay, to the Cab. Each one definitely top quality. we loved everything so much we are now club members. If you are looking for something a little less commercial and a unique Napa experience, give Kuleto Estates a call.

Ellen L.

I have only been to a handful of wineries in the Napa/St. Helena region but I have to say that Kuleto Estate is my absolute favorite. A few girlfriends and I didn't decide to come here until a week before our trip and they were very accommodating to our schedule despite their 'appointment only' policy. AMBIANCE (5+): I fell in love with the architecture and design of the place the minute we got out of the limo (warning: from the main road to the winery it's a pretty long and windy road). It is actually a fairly new venue but was built to mimic an old Italian city feel. There are two long tables set up outside for the tasting and the tour is a must. You see rolling hills of grape vines, a man-made river with a boat waiting for use, various scenic spots for photo shoots or an intimate lunch. My descriptions don't do the place any justice, so be sure to check out my photos :) But honestly, I never thought much about my future wedding venue until this place.. SERVICE (4): Service was great, although not over the top. It was our tour guide's very first time giving a tour but she was still very sweet and knowledgable. Besides our current tour group, it seemed quiet and mellow there. WINE (4): We did a wine and cheese pairing tour which was $40 a person, definitely on the pricier side compared to the other tastings we did, which did not include food. I have had wine that I loved more and liked less, but in combination with the perfect weather, beautiful scenery and great company, I was in a total state of euphoria. I did end up buying a bottle of Syrah ($40), which was a tad pricey depending on your budget. Overall it was an amazing time and an incredible gem that I'm glad to have found :)

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Arthur M.

If you're going to enjoy some wine with a spectacular view of the Napa Valley, you might as well be on a mountain top at Kuleto Estate. Certainly not easily accessible or convenient, it's worth the winding drive to the estate and you won't be disappointed by the beauty of the property or the views. Still residing in a house on the grounds, restaurateur Pat Kuleto, famed for ownership or design of well known San Francisco landmarks such as Fog City Diner, Boulevard, and McCormick & Kuleto's, owned the 700+ acre property until 2009 when he sold it to Bill Foley, known to us Las Vegans as owner of the Golden Knights. The different mountain terrain and environments allow for the growth of many varietals with the cabernet being one of the winery's signature series. After booking our $45/person tour online and making the drive through the valley and up the winding road for our 11:45 tour, we were warmly greeted and given a brief history of the estate while having a taste of the Moscato. We had a very brief but informative tour of the property, maybe a couple hundred feet up the drive to see Mr. Kuleto's house and take some photos from our elevated vantage point. Your tour concludes with a tasting paired with some cheese. The sampling included a wide variety of wines with tastes of three different cabernets which had distinct flavor profiles described well by our guide. My wife isn't a big wine drinker so I consumed her samples also. The tour takes around 75 minutes and you pay when you are finished with options to join their club or to purchase a bottle. There were no tours directly after us so we stayed and chatted with our tour mates from Germany, who also dropped a little wine knowledge on us. Get there early because you don't want to be rushing through the winding roads. I would recommend Kuleto Estate because it provides a different setting from the valley vineyards and the views really can't be beat.

A great view
Paul K.

Kuleto Winery came to us as a recommendation from The Beazley House and boy we're we happy they suggested it to us. The scenery alone is worth the trip. It's a two mile trip up the side of a mountain that overlooks Napa. It's probably one of the most beautiful winery landscapes I've ever seen. Our tour guide, master of ceremonies was Aaron. He gave us a great overview of the winery and wines while we enjoyed our lunch on the overlook. We also had a great tour of the grounds. This is not a drink & dash winery. Make sure you absorb it all in. Besides the wines (which are quite good), there's plenty to see here, so plan on spending some time once you get there. Plus, be sure to say 'HI" to Pilot... the $5,000 hunting dog. We can't wait to go back again.

Lindsey L.

This is one my my favorite places to go while in the Napa valley. While you will need an actual map to get there as there is zero cell reception, I think that makes it even better. We have been here 3 times and it is always as good as we remember it. Views are the best!! And the wine is even better. This is a must go!

the gorgeous building on the property.
Nadine C.

Was looking for a winery to visit on my 21st birthday. All my friends had been going to Vegas, I decided to switch it up. And what a perfect choice it was! Quite the drive up, but it was so worth it. The views were amazing. The hosts were incredibly knowledgable and cordial and the wines were paired perfectly with the cheeses! Thank you for an unforgettable experience Kuleto, will definitely be coming back soon!

Darrell W.

This is our favorite winery in the area as evidenced by our wine club membership and 6 or 7 visits. Anytime friends or relatives visit, this is a must on our tour. The wines are great and reasonably priced and the tours are fun and informative. The grounds of the winery itself are like no other in the area and breathtaking. Advice: pack a lunch if you go because they have an area where you can picnic before or after your tour that is fantastic.

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Tia K.

What an amazing view and great wine! Wish the tour to the pool was still open, it is hot in the summer you know! Would be nice just to sit by the water and drink wine :). Tour guide Brandon was great, informative and entertaining. Everyone is very accommodating and nice. It takes a bit to get to this winery, but well worth it.

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