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    Paradigm Winery

    4.6 (64 reviews)
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    Closed 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

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    Sandra M.

    Started our napa trip with a wine tasting at the family owned paradigm winery. Loved the cabernets and we especially loved the Paravines we tasted and the view was lovely. By reservation only which meant an intimate and private tour of the property and wine tasting. Great wine + beautiful view = fantastic time.

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    Jim G.

    Paradigm Winery is a hidden gem located in Oakville specializing in small batch production wines that continually hold their own against the best in the region. Their most notable varietal is the Cabernet Sauvignon which is dark ruby in the glass and brimming with ripe and appealing fruit aromas. It's extremely well balanced and showcased by well integrated tannins with a hint of spice in the finish. One aspect we love about bringing WeWine Napa guests to Paradigm is the personal attention they receive from staff and how welcome they feel throughout the tasting experience. Maybe it's because winemaking has been part of the Harris family tradition for five generations and the energy at the winery very much feels like home. Tastings are held in an intimate setting and both the indoor/outdoor spaces feature views of the Mayacamas mountains and surrounding hillside vineyards. Over the years Paradigm has become a quite popular stop so be sure to book a reservation in advance especially in the Spring. Thank you Paradigm for always taking such great care of our guests!

    Dolly S.

    What a place... In visiting Napa and Sonoma for years upon years, and having visited countless wineries, some with authenticity and some built for Instagram posts, or UGC as those in the marketing departments like to call it, Paradigm stands out as a place with true history, passion, experience, legacy, and quality. We pre-booked our tasting for a Sunday late-afternoon, and were greeted by Greg, the brother-in-law of the owners, Ren and Marilyn Harris. Greg was jovial, relaxed, and super-knowledgeable not only about the Paradigm wines (which were *spectacular*), but also about the history of the Valley, its producers, trends of Merlot post-Sideways, and the heritage that can be found in Napa if you look hard enough. The seating area is lovely, and secluded, and feels like you are at your smart friend's house after a long day, enjoying something fantastic under the pergola with blooming strawberry trees and nesting house finches. Marilyn and Ren made an appearance, too, and I was totally smitten with the hostess; so elegant, so charming and sweet! Loved every minute of it.

    Andre S.

    The highlight of the day! My group loved the wine, the Cabs and Rose' of Merlot. Mary Anne was so friendly and accommodating. Intimate experiences not soon forgotten! Ren the owner gave a tour of the winery and sat down with the group sharing the history of himself, the wine and the winery. Gorgeous vineyard setting! This is exactly what we were looking for! ! world class wines, and wine maker. ( Heidi Barrett) Excellent boutique small batch winery. Happy to recommend Andre/Executive Car Service Napa Valley

    Elle C.

    Having come from a semi-private tasting at our previous stop, this experience was quite different. Although we had an appointment for this visit, several of us stood, almost uncomfortably, in a small tasting room. The person assigned to us was nonchalant, pleasant-enough (I suppose), and did the obligatory pours. Tours weren't offered -- no doubt due to the inclement weather, but based on the Yelp reviews, sound fun and informative. I'm glad to have tasted the wines, and to have visited, but Paradigm is not among my favorites.

    Guy K.

    In A Nutshell: -It always surprises me how many people skip Paradigm Winery when they spend a weekend in Wine Country. -Real wine drinkers should know about the great tasting red's they offer: Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and their Paravine. -It's a small building, but surrounded by beautiful vineyards. -Shout out to Greg!! He's a great wine connoisseur :) Overall, stop on by here for a tasting, the prices aren't crazy and the wine is TOP-NOTCH.

    Robert K.

    Can't say enough great things about this winery. I was introduced to their wine a while ago and quickly became a club member. I have only been able to visit the winery a few times but every chance I get I always enjoy myself there. Their wine focuses strictly on just a few varietals of estate grown wines. They have been producing wine for quite a while and the owners know the valley in and out. This is a rare gem in Napa these days in that the people who own and started the winery still own it, and they clearly have Napa in their hearts when they make wine and tend the land. The wine itself is fabulous. You will not find better wine at this price and likely not for double the price, either! Everything is always spot on and beyond reproach if you are a fan of Napa reds (particularly Can Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot and Zin). The staff is excellent. Mary Ann is their sales director and she takes great care of Paradigm's clients! She is very knowledgeable and friendly. Finally, the winery is just a great, quiet space to find some time to wind down and taste the heart of Napa. Highly recommended but be sure to book your visit in advance as it is appointment only. Thanks Team Paradigm!

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    Kristian D.

    On my last trip to Napa, I was looking for smaller and more intimate wineries. After years of visiting the larger places, it was refreshing to find Paradigm Winery in Oakville. Nestled between the big boys off Highway 29, making an appointment will gain you access to their cozy tasting room. Our tour began with a nice rose while walking around the tiny, but complete winery. Back inside, the menu focuses on big Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc varietals typical of the Oakville appellation. You get great wine with a more personal experience in a beautiful environment. Paradigm also has a refundable tasting fee with minimum purchase ($100) which is very refreshing. The experience is small and a little rushed, but makes for a great option for your Napa adventure.

    Dec 22, 2014 visit
    Manda Bear B.

    ********************* 1222 ********************** Paradigm Winery, was recommended to me by the Sommelier at Alexander's Steakhouse back in the day. I finally got a chance to visit. Paradigm Winery located in the Oakville appellation of Napa Valley, hand-crafts small quantities of estate-bottled red wine. They're known for their Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon,thought they also produce a limited production of Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc and Rosé. Their wines are expressive and terroir driven for 3 decades now. Paradigm Vineyards was purchased in 1976, and began producing wine with the 1991 vintage. Since that first vintage, the wines have been made by renowned winemaker, Heidi is the winemaker for some of Napa Valley's most highly-regarded wineries. She was instrumental in developing the rich, fruit-forward, balanced style of winemaking that most of the world associates with California. She has consulted and made wine for some of California's most well-known labels including Screaming Eagle, Dalla Valle, Vineyard 29, Grace Family, Paradigm Winery, Showket Vineyards, and Amuse Bouche. She is 1 of the women who changed the wine industry in Napa Valley and the world! Paradigm Winery, unlike other fancy wineries, the tasting room can barely fit a group of 6 people at a time. Mr. Greg Harris, the owner's brother, is the only person at the tasting room. He has a big soul and a warm smile. It was so much fun talking to him about wines and Napa Valley wine country living. We got to sample these: Rose, Zinfandel, Merlot, Cab Franc, Cab, all were very good, but this time, the Cab Franc just jumped out. Then Mr. Gary let us tried the vintage 2001 with the Coravin tool, talked about this wine can age real well. What was a great treat. This was delicious, medium-bodied with raspberry, cherry and spice, creamy and round mouthfeel, beautiful fruit and earthiness with a lingering finish, medium finish. This would be perfectly paired well with food. BUY IT! This area of Oakville is home to some serious wines of Napa Valley such as Harlan, Far Niente, Detert, Cardinale, Opus One, Gamble Family Vineyards, Silver Oak Cellars, just to name a few, and Paradigm Winery sells their grapes to some of these famous wineries that I just can't name name. But you get the idea of how good their grapes are in this appellation. Rumor has it at 1 of the wines blind tasting event, some judges picked the Paradigm over screaming Eagle, true story. And this accessible delicious juice for a fraction of the other cult wine. Merlot is $50, Cab Franc is $62, and Cab is $75 for current release. STOCK IT UP! We had an amazing time, no fancy architecture or arts needed when you get this beautiful vineyards, good wines, and Mr. Greg pours us the wines. Napa Valley wine country living is as good as it gets. Thank you and Happy Holidays to you, Mr. Greg.

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    Louisa M.

    It's been 3 years since my initial review so I felt it was time for an update. Everything I said still goes! If you haven't yet been to this winery, what is wrong with you? Get on the phone now! The 2012 Cabernet ($80) is a show stopper. Don't come crying to me when it sells out, I tried to tell you!

    Maureen B.

    Skip the crowds & set up a private tasting at Paradigm. If you can't bear to be another walk in at a $5.00 tasting, then do a tiny bit of pre-planning and head to Paradigm. They are making magic in bottles over there, no kidding. They share a winemaster with Screaming Eagle (sorry to name drop) and it shows. Most of their reds are blended with some Cab Franc - my personal fave. Pricey? Yes. Better than anything you've tried on a walk in? OH YES. This tasting just bumped itself onto my top 5 list, and roosted itself above Duck Horn. There are no fancy tasting rooms here, basically an office, a dog, nice people, lovely views & a hefty pour. Also - their wine club membership comes with a kick-ass party around crush, which is packed full of foodies. Free for members. Sign me up!

    the best rose I have ever taste, came from the generous, fine wine makers PARADIGM

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    Superb wines a below average prices. Go. I've been drinking their wines for twenty years.

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    4.5(146 reviews)
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    Stoped in for the Cave tour (hosted by Oscar) and what a lovely experience it was. Grounds are…read morebeautiful, with lots of great picture opportunities in the parking lot, outside the caves, in the lobby, and in the garden that they invite you to walk through. Oscar was super knowledgeable and the car tour was really cool to see. Trying wine directly out of barrels, learning about the caves and barrels, all super cool. After the cave tour, we had the included pizza and tots on the covered patio area (it was rainy) with the heaters on. Really tasty snacks! Would have ordered more if we didn't have a full itinerary probably! Would definitely come back for their other experiences!

    Great first stop in Napa. We had been before for a wine and food pairing, but came in for the Cave…read moreTour with the pizza and tots at the conclusion of the tour. Our tour guide, Oscar, was super knowledgable and gave us a lot of good information not only on the wine, but the differences between French and American Oak, as well as the toasting process, how it imparts flavors into the wine, and how to read the different stamps on the oak casks. It's a beautiful grounds and a great tour, and would highly recommend, specially since it comes with a snack at the end. We were able to do half and half pepperoni and mushroom pizza, and the tots were crispy, crunchy and hot. Easy check-in with a welcome drink and friendly service once seated. Even in the rain, the outdoor patio with warmers was beautiful and very comfortable.

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    4.0(1.3k reviews)
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    Wow. What an unforgettable experience at PEJU, especially with the VIP treatment my friends and I…read morereceived from Todd Elliott, AKA to me as wine educator and sommelier extraordinaire! I am a white wine connoisseur because of my dietary restrictions with most ingredients in red wines, especially cherries and plum, that trigger my stomach pain and headaches. I have missed enjoying red wine because of this. I was hoping and praying that when my friends who are members of PEJU planned this wine tasting treat, that my stomach and head would be fine and to my surprise, my palate, tongue, stomach and heart were pleased with the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Fifty/Fifty, and more, including reserve reds Todd served and educated us about! I have NEVER enjoyed red wines like these I tasted at PEJU. Since the time of our outstanding wine tasting experience, I have recommended and raved about Todd and PEJU winery to friends and family who appreciate and value high quality wines and winery experiences. It felt like a vacation getaway being in the tasting room building, admiring the breathtaking stained glass art, all of the art inside and the beautiful art and nature views outside. I appreciate the PEJU staff and management team who welcomed us and were kind to us all the way to the end of our wine tasting experience when we left. This is the kind of treatment that makes us want to return. Napa is a special place for friends, family, and me, and PEJU is now an indelible memory in my Napa adventures! Todd clearly enjoys his important professional position, is passionate about wine and the wine experience, and brings so much joy to customers! I can't recommend him and PEJU enough! Todd went above and beyond to give us a VIP experience and even gave me a bag full of wine corks for my art project after I told him about this and asked for some of their wine corks we saw lined up in their wine uncorking and pouring area. Thank you, Todd!

    I had a reservation for a classic tasting at PEJU at 1:30pm on a Friday, at the recommendation of…read morequite a few friends, and there were a few other parties seated at the time as well. The grounds are gorgeous inside and out, and I really enjoyed the stained glass, large open windows, and the statues and the koi pond area outside. The service was extraordinary, and I had a great time learning a bit about the different wines PEJU offers from Joseph. I tried quite a few different wines, and really liked how there are a few unique offerings here that you can't find elsewhere - I ended up getting a bottle of their Province, the Farm, and their late harvest orange muscat. PEJU is also one of the few wineries with a permit to serve food. If I had known ahead of time, I would've planned to eat here! The rilettes were super tempting, but Joseph advised that if I was planning to eat a meal afterward to stick to the chips and dip - this ended up being quite a generous portion as well, and I really enjoyed the goat cheese truffle dip alongside the wine tasting :) Overall, PEJU is definitely a beautiful winery to visit with excellent service, and I'll definitely be back!

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    5.0(42 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Promontory is easily one of the most impressive winery experiences in Napa. If you appreciate…read morerefined wines or are interested in serious investment-level bottles, this is a must visit. Promontory is part of the Harlan family portfolio, founded by Bill Harlan, the same family behind iconic Napa wines like Harlan Estate and Bond Winery. The reputation and quality definitely show in the experience. From the moment you arrive at the gated entrance you are greeted by your personal guide, which makes the visit feel very intimate and thoughtful. Early in the tour we stopped at a beautiful overlook of the Napa hills and toasted with a glass of Dom Pérignon. The architecture of the winery is stunning and the entire space feels incredibly intentional. One of the highlights was tasting wine directly from the barrels in the aging room. Everything was exceptional especially the 2018 and 2021. Overall this was a wonderful and memorable Napa experience. Elegant, educational, and truly special.

    If you're looking for a super luxe and private experience with exceptional wines, stunning views,…read moreand super knowledgeable hosts, look no further than Promontory. Yes it's pricey but the experience is unlike what you'd get at most wineries. I've been here multiple times and it's always been a great experience. I was a little worried because it was cold and rainy on my last visit but the rain and mist added beauty to the views and the roaring fireplace in the entry was such a nice treat.

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    4.4(487 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Had an incredible experience at Napa Cellars today. From the…read moremoment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and beautifully put together exactly what you hope for in Napa. A huge shoutout to Sean, who guided our tasting. The man knows his craft. He walked us through each wine with genuine knowledge, made everything easy to understand, and you can tell he's genuinely passionate about what he does. Plus, he's just a cool guy!! his tattoos are dope and add to the vibe he brings to the room. The wines were exceptional across the board: balanced, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. Napa Cellars delivers a high-quality experience without feeling pretentious or overwhelming. We loved the tasting so much that we walked out with three bottles of Sauvignon Blanc and one Merlot ! that should tell you everything you need to know.

    Walk in was greeted by our last name. We were a few minutes early. They were so incredibly inviting…read moreand welcoming that we were here. Many thanks. So lovely inside and outside, photo opportunities for sure. Wonderful music playing the atmosphere top tier. Yes the Napa train pass by twice nice photo opportunity. Our server oh my goodness what a beautiful experience with Shawn, a great deal of knowledge, so down to earth and incredibly kind. Just amazing and intimate experience with our friends. They were first timers with wine tasting. Shawn met them exactly where they were with Q&A. He made them feel so comfortable with asking questions. The white wines my favorite! Yes please go get a top tier experience at Napa Cellars.

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    4.6(459 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    My first wine club membership and I couldn't be happier!…read more Aside from the awesome perks I get from being a member, this winery is a must try when in Yountville. Pros: Scenic landscape with ample views and photo opportunities Dog friendly Knowledgeable staff that go above and beyond Generous pours Family owned and it feels like it - they have limited tables and this really shows as they prioritize quality over quantity Among many other pros , there is only one "potential con" and that is that they don't serve food here so just make sure u don't come hungry .

    In a town as ritzy as Yountville, it's so nice to have a low key option like Goosecross Cellars in…read morethe midst. Now don't get me wrong; I DO enjoy that Yountville ritziness. But, boujee doesn't have to be 24/7. Casual is relaxing, and Goosecross is the perfect place for a fun and relaxing tasting experience in Yountville. I came here with a large group of ladies and we really enjoyed ourselves. Antoine was our host and we had so much fun with him! He kept us on our toes during our entire tasting. He made us laugh, told us interesting stories, and also explained each wine that we were tasting. I wouldn't say that our group was rowdy.... but we were drankin'. And you know what happens when the gals be drinkin'! Mm hmm... we got a bit excited and little loud. However, Antoine handled our large party well and we so appreciated him for it. Speaking of rowdy; this is definitely a tasting room with a youthful glow. There aren't crazy drunks and it's not super loud, but it seems like this is where the larger groups like to hang out and truly have a kick back time. It's just fun! It's a fun time. Their patio is all the rave. There were several other large parties tasting out on the patio as well that day. Their indoor tasting room is really cute. There's a smallish tasting bar inside, but the patio area is nestled amongst their lovely vineyards. The photo opportunities are endless, and Antoine was nice enough to snap some photos of us during our visit. When it comes to the wines, I definitely enjoyed their white wines more than their reds. I loved their Gewurtztraminer and their Sauvignon Blanc was tasty too. The red wines that we tasted were just okay. Even their $150 Cab Sauv tasted a bit young, but just my personal opinion. My group and I really had a blast tasting here. I will definitely come back for a future tasting when I'm back in Yountville.

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