AMAZINF SERVICE my 23rd bday couldn't ask for a better…read moreplace. amazing wines, views, experience thank u!!

Very great tour for a self-guided tour. Very informative staff. And most importantly, tasty wine.read more

Davis Estates gives an amazing tour and the tasting is absolutely fantastic!! The grounds are so…read moregorgeous too!! Definitely do a food pairing with the wine and you will not be disappointed. The wine is absolutely amazing!! Our tour guide was so fantastic and friendly and made the experience so much fun!!

Davis Estates was the wife's and my first stop on our tour of Napa wineries. We had reserved the…read moreNapa Cave Tour & Wine Tasting ($125/person) for a Monday morning. Davis Estates took my breath away as we drove up. The winery and surrounding vineyards nestled against the mountains were picturesque and made a wonderful first impression. It almost seemed like we had been transported back to Napa Valley a century ago with the rural, rustic architecture of the buildings on the property. However, outside appearances were definitely deceiving as the interiors were a blend of ultra-modern and the rural rusticity. Being from Las Vegas, I would even go as far as to say that there were some Vegasy touches like the beautiful works of art such as Chihuly glass pieces on display and the Cellarium, a beautifully designed, ultra-exclusive, private tasting room behind a biometric-locked vault door. After being guided around the property by our gracious host, Amy, we were taken to the large tasting room and seated on the patio with an amazing view overlooking the vineyards. We enjoyed a tasting of several of their current releases of differing varietals accompanied by food pairings from the estate's outstanding chef. The selection of Davis Estates' wines that we tasted were all excellent on their own, but having them paired with a thoughtfully prepared selection of delicious bites elevated them through the roof. Both the wife and I love to cook and, needless to say, we drew a lot of inspiration from the wines and how they paired so well with a variety of food. There are many wonderful wineries throughout the valley. Yes, there are less expensive tastings available at other properties, but if you're passionate about both wine AND food, then Davis Estates is for you. I loved it and can't wait to come back!

Dave, scott, jimmy and owner chris madrigal ALWAYS treated every guest like family. Beautiful…read moreproperty, wine education would take us out in the vineyard. Love madrigal! Highly recommend. Beautiful back patio deck views and barrel room. The madrigal family has been caring for the land for decades makes killer wine. Update: Sad to hear madrigal is CLOSED recently sold June 2024. Sign is down. Per the north bay business journal (Jul 10, 2024) quote: "The deal, completed June 21, includes 8 acres of planted vines, the winery, appointment-only tasting room, a garden and a small home, but founder Chris Madrigal retains the namesake brand, according to Hundred Acre. Madrigal did not respond to inquiries on the future of the brand. Madrigal's father, Jess, also founder of Madrigal Vineyard Management, retained 40 acres of vines, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. The purchase price and other terms of the deal weren't disclosed. The Madrigal grape and wine family came to Napa Valley with Jacinto Madrigal from Mexico in 1938. Jess Madrigal started the vineyard company in the mid-1980s, farming about 800 acres of vines. Chris Madrigal started the winery in 1995, and it was producing about 10,000 cases annually."

We had such a wonderful visit last time w/Sam, I knew we had to come here again. This time we came…read moreto celebrate my sister's birthday and crossed my fingers that Sam would be the one who was going to take care of us. He was just as fantastic as the last time. a true gem! He's so personable and he took his time with us and we didn't feel rushed at all. We just felt so comfortable w/him, as if he was a friend. I forgot he was on the clock! 5/5 for Sam! We were able to walk into the grapevine areas and snap some pictures. He gave us all a tour of the inside where they keep the barrels. We really enjoyed the wines and Sam's company. This is the reason why I'm not rating it a 5. We were out front waiting to use the restroom and there was a guy hanging out there. I asked him if he was the owner and he said he was. I'd read reviews about how nice the owner was. But upon meeting him, I did not get the same impression. I let him know how wonderful Sam was and that he's the reason why we returned for a 2nd visit. The owner's mood changed, he stopped making eye contact with me and looked away like he didn't want to hear me praise his employee any further. You would think he'd be like, that's fantastic, I'm so glad you returned, etc. But no. You'd think, as the owner, he'd be super pleased to know that we're a repeat customer because of his employee. But I could tell by his body language that he was bothered by it. I think he's accustomed to other folks praising him, telling him how nice he is, etc. and I didn't, so that stung because pretty quick into the conversation, he took a dig at me for our choice of restaurant we were heading to next. (We loved it the first time, that's why we were going again :) ) It's quite funny because upon arriving to the restaurant, there was a HUGE party (30+ people) seated behind us. All men and dressed really nice! We asked an employee what was going on and he told us they were a bunch of winery owners in the area and their friends celebrating a birthday, oh and the owner of the 49ers was there too ;) So yeah, the crème de la crème was sitting next to us. I guess they didn't invite the owner of Madrigal. Side note, w/the summer time approaching, I'd encourage them to invest in an additional umbrella for the outdoor furniture since there was a party reserved on the deck and they were using all of the umbrellas.

We were able to book a complimentary tasting through our hotel concierge. Upon arriving, the check…read morein host suggested that we should have our tasting inside, as the usual courtyard seating was a bit too hot. When we arrived inside, we found out that it wasn't a private tasting and were shared a 4 seater table with another couple across from us, and also a group of 10-12 next to us. I'm not sure if there are different tastings you can book on their website, but I did want to mention this. Our wine educator was very personable and knowledgeable though, which was great. He managed our table and the large group next to us and made the entire tasting seem like one large group tasting. As for the wines, I didn't enjoy them quite as much as other wineries we went to on our trip (Fortunati and Joseph Phelps). The price of the Frank Family bottles were also comparable to Joseph Phelps, but slightly cheaper on average. For that price, I would have expected a better taste. At the end of our tasting, our host did bring out a 2019 Winston Hill Red which was on the higher end compared to the typical wines provided at the tasting - this one was tasty and was actually one we purchased. We didn't like any of the other wines enough to purchase.

Recently took a girls trip to Napa and Frank Family was one of our stops. I have visited once…read morebefore, probably almost 10 years ago, and I remember enjoying it. This time, I KNOW I loved it so much. It was my favorite stop. The property is beautiful and it was a lovely fall day with a breeze and leaves changing color and falling. Unfortunately I can't remember our sommelier's name but he was very kind and knowledgeable. We were located in a semi-private room with another girls trip so it was a perfect match. The wine was so delicious our whole party ended up purchasing a bottle of the Pinot noir to take home. I know there are a plethora of wineries in Napa Valley, but Frank Family is a must visit.

Very cool winery up on a hill. Castle construction is a cool concept…read more We did the wine tasting and the juice tasting. I thought it was slightly expensive but not terrible. It was very busy. They clearly work on a volume basis compared to other wineries. Since I only like very sweet wines, I was able to find something for me.

Eli, our tour guide, was amazing! He was incredibly engaging, knowledgeable, and made the whole…read moreexperience really fun. You could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and he kept the tour interesting the entire time. The castle itself is stunning and the whole experience felt really unique. The wine tastings were all delicious and added a lot to the visit. The only downside was unfortunately someone in our tour group. One woman made sure everyone knew she was a member and kept mentioning how she had already seen the castle too many times and was bored of it, saying she only came to bring her family for a birthday. It kind of disrupted the experience for the rest of us. When we got to the torture chamber she also started making some really inappropriate remarks, which was a bit uncomfortable for the group. Aside from that situation, we still had a great time and really enjoyed the tour and tastings. Overall it was a memorable experience and definitely worth visiting if you're in Napa. 5 stars for Eli!!

My new favorite winery in the Calistoga/ St. Helena area. We were greeted with a chilled glass of…read moresparkling wine, then were taken on a very cool private tour by Guillermo in his little ATV. The views from the gazebo at the top of the property are stunning and peaceful, and we enjoyed our tastings up there. My favorite was the Can Franc, which is absolutely incredible. But also loved the white, sparking, and Mountain cuvée. All the wines were great. We got a membership, and also bought some wine to enjoy while we were in town. Thanks, Guillermo!

Without. A. Doubt. - my favorite wine tasting in Napa. When I think of returning to Napa, my mind…read moreinstantly goes to Reverie and wanting to go back. Of course, the wines were delicious (the cab franc was my favorite) - but the hosts (we had John), the ambiance, the views, the stories about the vineyard (and even the staff) are what truly tie the experience together and make it so phenomenal. When my party arrived, it was a little chilly out, and they offered us blankets! You instantly feel comfortable and like family. If available, MAKE SURE to take the ATV (hopefully with John's dog) to see the gorgeous views of the vineyard and wider Napa (photos attached). LOVE!

In my last review I wrote about some $20 that was charged for an extra pour, despite me buying $200…read moreworth of wine. It's not the money - it's the gesture. I was pleasantly surprised to see $20 being refunded to me by the business manager. Did not expect it - loved it! Looking forward to bringing some friends for the wine crushing event you have in the fall. See you soon!

So much fun! A real homey feel with great wine. We did the wine tasting and our guide was amazing!…read moreNot to mention the views.

They have great and excellent tasting wines. I love every sip of it! We've been to this fabulous…read morevineyard and enjoyed every moment we spent learning about wines. The owners are very friendly and surprisingly are from the Philippines!

From the jump, everything was a 10/10. We visited on Valentine's Day during their special and were…read moreable to take advantage of the two-for-one tasting -- which made the experience even sweeter. The staff was warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. And the vineyard itself? Absolutely beautiful. The scenery alone sets the perfect tone for a romantic outing. They truly helped make our Valentine's Day feel special. I would definitely recommend Rombauer to anyone looking for great wine, great vibes, and an unforgettable experience. Don't forget to visit the cave!

This was my favorite winery of all that we visited on our most recent trip to Napa. Normally we…read morehang out in the Sonoma area, but our friends wanted to check out the Napa area as well, so we chose this place. The grounds are gorgeous! We arrived at 10am and they had our table marked and ready. The young man who took care of us was very knowledgeable and even gave us a recommendation for lunch that we actually went to afterward and it was very good. The wine here is amazing! I have always loved their Chardonnay, but the reserve Chardonnay is a whole new level. Our friends ended up buying a case and having it sent home.

Had a great tour with cheese pairing & tasting. Lisa was…read morevery knowledgeable and fun. The vineyard is beautiful along with the history is amazing.

Schramsberg was such a lovely experience for the books. We came on a day where it was raining, but…read morefelt that the rain added to the property's charm. It was also our first time signing up for a tour + tasting; I definitely recommend it here. We were guided around the cave, learning about their intricate sparking wine process and history. Our guide was hilarious and made the experience extremely lighthearted and fun. The tasting is done at the end, inside the cave, which we very much enjoyed. I like how the sparkling samples were exclusive to the tasting at hand, meaning that you wouldn't be able to purchase the bottles commercially. Of course this means we had to buy a few bottles! The selection was incredible -- ultra smooth champagnes across the board. We also got to try a sample of a red wine which was a nice bonus. Is maturing realizing that there are better and more competitive sparkling wineries other than Domaine Carneros? All jokes aside, Schramsberg really did wow us with their unrivaled hospitality, service, location, and quality of sparkling wines.