Saddleback Cellars

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Our tasting and tour at Nickel & Nickel was incredible. The whole experience felt very intimate,…read morepersonal, and genuinely informative. Nancy led our tour and tasting and she was amazing. Her energy, knowledge, and conversation made the experience feel really special. You can tell the team here truly cares about what they do. One of my favorite parts was learning about the terroir and how each of their single-vineyard Cabernets reflects a different site. Getting that background on vineyards like Quicksilver, Kenefick Ranch, and Beatty Ranch made the tasting so much more meaningful. Those ended up being some of my favorites. The tour of the facilities was also really well done and added to the overall experience. Their wine club is definitely worth it, especially since they offer different options depending on your preferences. It's a great way to explore their wines further. I also love Bella Union, Far Niente, and Dolce, which are part of their portfolio. An exceptional experience with beautiful wines, thoughtful education, and a team that makes you feel truly taken care of. Highly recommend.

My suggestion: Improve the wine and price. Did not like any of their tasting. Would recommend…read moreanother winery. Consider trying Frogs Leap Winery. Ambiance is nice, beautiful grounds.

Post and beam barn.

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Oakville Wine Merchant

4.9(35 reviews)

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Stunning tasting room amazing staff fantastic wine choices!…read more Jake Peatman is the most gracious host! You leave your card and they give you a tasting card and it's help yourself to 60+ wines from 99 pointers to everyday drinkers. Would highly recommend adding it to your Napa vacation!

We stopped by this place on our way home. So glad we did! It was really nice inside and outside! We…read moredidn't get to see the museum but I loved that there was a lot to look at just sitting and tasting the wine. We got to try a few tastings and ended up buying a bottle. Staff was nice and helpful. It'd be so nice to picnic here and enjoy the day. Also, using the self serve machines was very user friendly and simple. A little pricey but worth it.

Beautiful historical home for enjoying great wine and relaxing!!!

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Turnbull Wine Cellars

4.1(324 reviews)

We had such an amazing experience at Turnbull Wine Cellars. Our sommelier, Alex Thomasser, was…read moreincredible. He was so knowledgeable about the wines, super friendly, and made the entire tasting feel really special. They even welcomed us with complimentary champagne in the beginning which was such a nice touch. Alex even helped us take group photos, which we really appreciated. We booked a private room for our group of seven and it was perfect. The room was cozy, beautifully set up, and it had its own personal bathroom and a private outdoor space. Since it's the holidays, there was a Christmas tree in the room that made everything feel extra festive and warm. Overall, we had an amazing time and would definitely come back.

Pleasantly surprised! This was one of our favorite wineries during our trip! We were hosted by…read moreLauren who advised us that she typically does not host however, she was warm, welcoming, informative and personable. First of all, this winery is beautiful. I love the comforting decor and the view outside was really wonderful to see the sunset. We were informed the owner has an art collection and all the artwork hanging, rotates throughout the year. As to the wines, if your a red wine, Cabernet wine lover, this winery has some of the best wines hands down! We were not given a bad tasting and we savored each and every sip. Lauren was kind to offer extra crackers and took our photo. Overall, if you're a red wine lover looking for a cozy low key atmosphere with a view, add this to your list!

Owners cottage

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Private tasting room

Ghost Block Winery

4.8(41 reviews)

Our visit to Ghost Block Estate Wines was easily one of the standout stops on our Napa wine tour…read more We unfortunately can't remember the name of our host, but he was incredible and extremely knowledgeable, not just about the wines, but about the family behind the winery and its history. You could tell he had a genuine passion for what he was sharing, which made the tasting feel much more personal and engaging. What made it even more special was learning that he was born and raised in the area, just like his parents. That local connection added an authentic touch you don't always get, and it made the whole experience feel more rooted. The wines themselves were fantastic and took two bottles home to remember the experience. If you're planning a Napa trip, Ghost Block is worth a stop. Great wine, great story, and an even better experience. Thank you!

We had a good time at Ghost Block and tried several of their wines. Ghost Block was Day 1, Winery 2…read moreso we were still pretty fresh and ready to go. We met Tracy our hostess and she gave us a glass of a white wine while she was getting our table ready. We tasted 3 of their expressions while there. Ghost Block owns several different vineyards with many different terriors and appellations across the Valley and we tried 3 of their more popular ones. We had a good time and enjoyed the wines. There was no pressure to buy (our tasting included a bottle of each of the wines we tried) and they were happy to ship them to us. Having never heard of this winery before we were pleasantly surprised and I'd definitely recommend it for anyone who's in the area and looking to add a solid winery to their trip.

Tasting room BernadetteManzano.com

Dont sleep on the 2020 estate cab.

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One of my fav spots

Sequoia Grove Winery

4.4(414 reviews)

1.3 mi

Great wines not completely overpriced like so many Napa Valley wineries are…read more Oscar is an absolute gem I highly recommend this winery

We stopped in here for our scheduled wine tasting on a Monday morning and pretty much had the place…read moreto ourselves. Parking can be a little tight on a busy day due to the small lot, but there are some EV charging stations. They do make four whites, one Sauvignon Blanc, and three different Chardonnay's. We started with their whites before moving on to the Napa Merlot, and Malbec and then on to their Cabernets. If you really want to enjoy the Cabernet experience, for $175 you can sit in the Cambium room where you will get a food pairing along with the wine. That reservation is only available between Wednesday and Sunday. Thanks to Vicky, our wine guide, our experience here was as perfect as it gets. Check out the 10 photos in order to enhance your experience.

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Peju Winery

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!

Explore art and gardens with a self guided tour.

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Persephone Estate Vineyard

Promontory

5.0(42 reviews)

2.4 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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Cakebread Cellars

4.1(940 reviews)

1.2 mi

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We walked in to purchase some wine and the gentleman that help us very professional and kind…read more He suggested some wines and I asked him to try a pinot noir which I loved Ambience was wonderful quiet and nice atmosphere

My gal pal and I had a wonderful time doing The Perfect Pair experience…read more We were greeted in the visiting area and were given a glass of chardonnay. We were then greeted with a staff member, who showed us some history of the Cakebread family and property, and then we made our way to the eating/tasting area. It was just me and my friend and the one staff member. We were informed about the various foods coming out and each of the wines that paired with them. The food was lovely and paired so well with each of the wines. Their white wines were fantastic. The food was good as well~ lots of different flavors. THey're smaller bites, so don't expect to get incredibly full to bursting or anything. LOL! After finishing our food and wine, we went to the little kitchen area, chatted with the staff there, and then went on a tour of the winery, the barrels, garden etc.. We then went to the gift shop to purchase some wines to take home. Overall, a lovely experience. :) Parking is plentiful~! We arrived at the winery and were able to find a charging station for our EV. (We had our own attachment for a Tesla charger.) From beginning to finish (approximately 90+ minutes), it charged about 15%. LOL!

Welcome drink

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Chardonnay

Napa Wine Company

4.4(43 reviews)

1.2 mi

Very Good food specially short ribs nice service good ambiance while eating on a moving train nice…read moreview from outside no traffic

There are so many great places in the valley and we had the great fortune to discover this gem…read more Tasting was focused on Levendi wines which were delicious. Rose, which I normally do not drink, was refreshing and delicious. The reds were great with the Pinot Noir a fave of the group. The cabs were also well done Thank you Brett for a great tasting! You made it super fun. Everyone - check out this spot. Lots of options. You'll get what I mean once you drop by.

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Lavendi wines!!

Napa Cellars

4.4(487 reviews)

1.9 mi

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.