The Napa Valley Wine Country is one of the most extraordinary places to visit in the world. With beautiful rolling hills, it's no wonder that visitors are attracted to more than the amazing wines to be found. We went off the beaten path to bring you some of the "best kept secret" wineries in Napa Valley. These range from smaller family-owned wineries, to larger wineries. Burgess Cellars 1108 Deer Park Road Deer Park, CA 94576 Phone: (707) 963-4766 This winery truly is a well kept secret; it’s tucked away in the Napa Valley hillside of Howell Mountain. Walk through the wooden door into a cozy discrete winery, where the wine tastings are by appointment only for an unforgettable, personal experience. Cliff Lede Vineyards 1473 Yountville Cross Rd Yountville, CA 94599-9471 Phone: (707) 944-8642 Prepare yourself for a luxurious experience. The sign outside says, “Poetry,” for their signature Poetry Cabernet Sauvignon. Spend time at the quiet Poetry Inn as you enjoy your wine tasting experience. The Hess Collection 4411 Redwood Road Napa, CA 94558-9708 Phone: (707) 255-1144 At The Hess Collection you'll enjoy internationally acclaimed wines, culinary and visitor programs, and contemporary Art Museum. Honig Vineyard and Winery 850 Rutherford Rd Napa, CA 94558 Phone: (707) 963-5618 Honig Vineyard and Winery is eco-friendly with a sustainable farming program that includes the use of organic pesticides and fertilizers only. They also conserve water, and recycle regularly. In addition, they make a stunning Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Miner Family Vineyards 7850 Silverado Trail Napa, CA 94558 Phone: (707) 944-9500 This beautiful winery is located in the heart of Napa Valley along the picturesque Silverado Trail. Reynolds Family Winery 3266 Silverado Trail Napa, CA 94558-1424 Phone: (707) 258-2558 This Tuscan-style winery that was once a chicken ranch, now produces some of
The Napa Valley Wine Country is one of the most extraordinary places to visit in the world. With beautiful rolling hills, it’s no wonder that visitors are attracted to more than the amazing wines to be found. We went off the beaten path to bring you some of the “best kept secret” wineries in Napa…
Within the Napa Valley appellation, there are 16 sub-appellations - legally defined and protected geographical locations where grapes are grown and crafted into amazing Napa Valley wines. Some sub-appellations are more well-known than others but all are dedicated to creating wines that truly represent the distinct area of Napa Valley where they come from. In this first part of a three part series, Napa Wine Tours introduces you to the first group of Napa Valley sub-appellations. Calistoga District Famous for relaxing hot springs, massages, and mud baths, the Calistoga sub-appellation located on the northern tip of Napa Valley is home to well-known wineries such as Chateau Montelena Winery, Clos Pegase Winery, Frank Family Vineyards, and Schramsberg Vineyards. Oakville District The wineries in the Oakville sub-appellation are known for their critically acclaimed, award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon. Enjoy a tour of the wine cave and of the winery at Miner Family Vineyards, book a private appointment at Gamble Family Vineyards, or stop by Plumpjack Winery for a walk-in tasting. Rutherford District This sub-appellation is approximately 6 square miles and at its widest point, 2 miles wide. The vineyards receive more sun than some of the other sub-appellations and are refreshed by cool evenings. Although Rutherford produces award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, winemakers and growers also produce almost 20 other varietals including Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Merlot. Visit the historic Beaulieu Vineyard, taste estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc at St. Supery Vineyards & Winery, or choose from a variety of private experiences at Peju Province Winery. Spring Mountain District The excellence to be found in the Spring Mountain sub-appellation comes from a collective of family-owned and operated wineries mostly creating Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Visitors to Pride Mountain Vineyards will find, along with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Viognier, and Chardonnay. At Robert
Within the Napa Valley appellation, there are 16 sub-appellations – legally defined and protected geographical locations where grapes are grown and crafted into amazing Napa Valley wines. Some sub-appellations are more well-known than others but all are dedicated to creating wines that truly represent the distinct area of Napa Valley where they come from. In…
