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What are the must-visit places / wineries in Napa CA? |
Travel Info Not looking for the huge wineries but really the best wine / most ecclectic. Also, are there any good spas or restaurants we should visit? Travel Tips I live in Napa, so I think I can help. Wineries: Charles Krug in St. Helena, one of oldest wineries in the valley, nice grounds/atmosphere and good wine. Reynolds Family Winery in Napa, friendly fun tasting experience. Artesa in Napa, unique, modern facility and grounds on hilltop, nice vistas and good wine tasting. Beringer in St. Helena, it is a big one, but has a great tour, beautiful architecture and grounds and is historically significant. Robert Mondavi in Oakville, big one but beautiful and legendary. Hess Collection in Napa, has an art gallery in the facility, quirky and interesting. Domain Chandon in Yountville, tour emphasizes the sparkling wine process, beautiful contemporary architecture, tasting on a lovely patio. Prager Portworks in St. Helena, hidden gem, family run and usually a family member is hosting in a small, intimate, cobwebbed tasting room in a converted barn. Hard to find, on dirt road off west side of Hwy 29 between Press restaurant and Sutter Home winery, just north of V. Sattui, which is also a nice stop. The have a gourmet deli, picnicing and good wine that is only available at the winery. Restaurants: Napa: Coles Chop House ($), Angele, Cuvee, Sushi Mambo, Red Hen Cantina (Mexican), Uva (live jazz on weekends). Yountville: Bistro Jeanty (top pick), Hurley's, Redd ($), Napa Valley Grille. St. Helena: Martini House ($), Market, Greystone (at Culinary Institute of America), Terra ($) Calistoga: Brannan's, All Seasons, Calistoga Inn, there is a small BBQ hut at intersection of Hwy 29 and Lincoln Ave (Calistoga's main drag), great BBQ lunch. ($) = can be a bit pricey, but worth it. . Source(s): Hope this helps, email for more details if you like. Other Travel Tips Although it is north of Napa, V. Sattui is an incredibly good winery with a great deli and BBQ area, but it gets really crowded on weekends. They have free tastings (we usually end up with about 7 - 8 1 oz. servings too) and their Gamay Rouge is an incredible and unique taste, a strawberry blush. Strongly recommend it. We go once a year on wine tours to the Sonoma County area, and this one is a must-visit each time. Enjoy! http://www.vsattui.com/ I live in Oakville right next door to Robert Mondavi and the answer above is right on the money. |
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