NAPA VALLEY TOUR: PART ONE

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BY ERIC ROSEN >LA.COM

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With more than 400 wineries, scores of excellent hotels and inns, and a plethora of fine dining restaurants, planning a trip to Napa can be a daunting task. That’s why we’re here to help you plan the best experience possible as you consider a trip up to the region that produces not only some of the best wine in the country, but some of the finest vintages in the world. (That’s right, France, we said it! What are you going to do about it?)

Since it’s only 400 miles away, and is close to both San Francisco and Oakland airports, Napa is a great place for a weekend getaway or an extended sojourn of reviving and imbibing.

To make things simpler, we have divided our Napa guide into four sections, one for each of the main towns: Napa, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga. Each town entry will list and review hotels, restaurants and nearby wineries so you can check out where you might like to go.

We have also included a few supplemental pieces to help you navigate the guides and all our talk of tastings, such as a Wine Terms Glossary, a Guide To Tasting Room Etiquette, and a few other similar pieces you will find links to in the town guides.

Whatever your palate, Napa Valley is a lovely vacation destination for savvy sommeliers and amateur drinkers alike, so cheers!

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Napa

We’ll be honest, we didn’t actually spend much time in the town of Napa itself, which is at the southern end of Napa Valley and is more like a small city with a population of 75,000 or so. That’s not to say it is without certain charms—there are some fantastic tasting rooms, restaurants and stores to be visited, as well as Copia: The American Center for Wine, Food and the Arts—but we wanted to concentrate our trip on wine tasting. We like to drink, don’t judge us! You do too, otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this. We will, however list a few lovely places to stay and some restaurants so you can choose to while away a day there should you choose.

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HOTELS:

1801 First Inn
1801 First St.
Napa, CA
(707) 224-3739
www.1801first.com

Right in the middle of the town of Napa, this is a beautiful Victorian lodging built in 1903 is more like a boutique hotel than a B&B. Room rates start at $295 in low season, so it’s not for the budget-minded traveler, but if you want to splurge, go for the gorgeous Carriage House private cottage. There are private tastings in the dining room or on the patio in the evenings, so be sure to take advantage of all 1801 First has to offer.

Milliken Creek Inn and Spa
1815 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA
(707) 255-1197
www.millikencreekinn.com

You couldn’t ask for a more beautiful setting while still within a convenient distance of town than the Milliken Creek Inn and Spa. It’s right at the start of the Silverado Trail, so it is close to several spectacular wineries, and the amenities include gourmet breakfast and complimentary wine tastings in the evenings, not to mention the “spa” in the hotel’s name, which offers all the usual luxury treatments.

River Terrace Inn
1600 Soscol Ave.
Napa, CA
(707) 320-9000
www.riverterraceinn.com

The River Terrace Inn is in the heart of the town of Napa, but just far enough away from the main bustle and busy-ness to be relaxing. The rooms are all modern chic, and some of them face the Napa River for a good view. There is also a decent on-site restaurant where you can enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Room rates in low season start at $129, so you only need a little coin for a little luxury.

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RESTAURANTS

Julia’s Kitchen at Copia
500 First St.
Napa, CA
(707) 265-5700
www.juliaskitchen.org

Devotees of America’s favorite goddess de cuisine will find a happy hearth here at Copia, the American Center for Wine, Food and the Arts. Executive Chef Jeff Mosher uses the best produce and meats that Napa, and Copia’s own gardens, have to offer and his staff prepares the seasonally changing regular and tasting menus in an open kitchen that allows diners to watch.

Soda Canyon Store
4006 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA
(707) 252-0285

You can’t eat five-courses for every meal, though we welcome you to try. That’s why we’re including this gem of a little country store on our list. Right smack dab between Napa and Yountville on the winery-crowded Silverado Trail, Soda Canyon Store is a fantastic option for picking up a picnic lunch…and a few little knick knacks to bring home as gifts. Choose from the assortment of pre-made gourmet salads, or order a fresh sandwich to go. While they have a patio where you can enjoy your goodies, your best bet is to choose a picturesque winery and take your food there for an impromptu picnic among the vines. Nothing works up your appetite like watching grapes ripen in the sun.

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Yountville

Yountville (pronounced YONT-ville) is really the cradle of Napa Valley, and just about nine miles north of the town of Napa. Founded in 1831 by frontiersman George Calvert Yount, who also brought the first grape vines to Napa Valley from the mission at Sonoma, the town has since grown to a population of…about 2900. That’s right. It’s tiny. And very well-manicured. But it’s also a huge dining destination, with all of Thomas Keller’s restaurants in close proximity, and many of the most-visited wineries nearby thanks to its closeness to Stag’s Leap, Oakville and Rutherford. Plus, the traffic isn’t as bad as it is farther north in St. Helena, where it often slows to a crawl—a horrible, grueling death crawl—in the summertime. There are also several great lodging options in the town and right outside, so it makes a good base for a trip to Napa.

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HOTELS

Napa Valley Railway Inn
6523 Washington St.
Yountville, CA 94599
707-944-2000
www.napavalleyrailwayinn.com



The Napa Valley Railway Inn might not have all the luxury amenities sophisticated oenophiles require, but for the rest of us, it is a great, affordable lodging option right in the middle of Yountville. What it lacks in refinement, it makes up for with quirky charm, vis a vis the guest rooms that are converted railway cars sitting on an actual stretch of track that used to be part of the Napa Valley Railway. That means the rooms are long and narrow, but, definitely comfortable. They all have a king, queen, or double beds, free internet access, flat screen televisions, small refrigerators to store your wine, and coffee makers. Guests can use the nearby Yountville Fitness center for free. The Inn is within walking distance to all of Yountville’s restaurants and stores, making it a perfect spot to spend your vacation. Sure, the rooms might not have phones in them, but think of it as your chance to get away from it all. You can think of the hands-off management (we didn’t see anyone in the hotel office during our whole stay) the same way. The NVRI is definitely a do-it-yourself kind of place, but with room rates starting at just $125 a night, you might want to stay longer than you think.

The Poetry Inn
6380 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA
(707) 944-0646



Run by nearby Cliff Lede Vineyards, the dazzling little Poetry Inn is so exclusive that they don’t even publish their rates (we checked for you and they range from $460-4,885). However, if you’re looking to drop a load of cash, this could very well be the place for you. Nestled right in the heart of the Stag’s Leap District just outside Yountville, and with stunning views of the valley, the Poetry Inn is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. There are just three rooms and two suites—all named after distinguished American poets. Decorated in simple country style and earth tones, they each have outdoor showers and private balconies (one of them even has a hammock), wood-burning fireplaces, all the techno-gadgets you can program, fresh-cut flowers, and twice-daily maid service. The staff caters to your every need—whether it’s fluffing your pillows just the way you like them, arranging for an in-room spa service, or having a chef prepare dinner for you at the Inn—no matter what your pleasure, you can be sure that a stay here will be memorable. If you really want to celebrate, you can book the $60,000 ultimate Birthday Bash that includes a private dinner for ten cooked by Thomas Keller, and a bottle of first-growth Bordeaux from the birthday boy’s (or girl’s) birth year. A standard stay on the other hand—you know, for us common plebes—includes a sumptuous three-course breakfast and access to all the inn’s amenities, as well as concierge services for wine-tasting itineraries, outdoor activities, and fine dining in the area. So far, the Poetry Inn has remained a well-kept secret for wine aficionados and Napa Valley vagabonds, but you can tell them you read it here first.

Villagio Inn and Spa
6481 Washington St.
Yountville, CA 94599
(707) 944-8877
www.villagio.com

Great location, spacious and well laid-out rooms, modern amenities and an accommodating staff make the Villagio Inn and Spa one of the best options to stay in Napa Valley. Located on the main street in Yountville, it is easy to get to, but once you arrive, you won’t want to leave. The sprawling complex of buildings is laid out in a sort of townhouse village configuration where each building houses only for rooms—two upstairs, two downstairs. Though they come in several different categories starting at about $350, the standard room is quite large and comfortable with either a king or two double beds, free wifi, a balcony or patio (depending on the floor), and an enormous bathroom with his-and-hers sinks, and a full tub. One of the nicest features is a gourmet breakfast buffet that is included with the room rate, and will give you the fuel you need to start your day bright and early. After all, you need to eat something if you plan to start tasting wines at 10am. Lest you forget the “spa” part of the hotel’s name, there is a full-service one on the property, and even spa suites where you can while away the day detoxing from all the drinking with a usual array of treatments. The suites include fireplaces, sunken tubs, flat screen TV’s and private terraces. Villagio is definitely one of the best places to stay in the Valley.

Vintage Inn
6541 Washington St.
Yountville, CA 94599
(707)-944-1122

The slightly older sister property to the Villagio Inn and Spa, the Vintage Inn is done up in charming French country-style décor, and offers a more staid option than its younger sibling. It offers all the same amenities, but also has villas and mini suites as room options.

Napa Valley Lodge
2230 Madison St.
Yountville, CA
(888) 944-3545
www.napavalleylodge.com

The Napa Valley Lodge is a former motel that has been converted into a slightly more upscale hotel. That doesn’t mean the Lodge is without its charms—for over $300 a night, it better have plenty! It sits in a perfect spot at the quiet northern end of tiny Yountville, and is right off Highway 29 for easy access to nearby wineries. There is even a little pool and a health spa with well-priced treatments.

Silverado Resort
1600 Atlas Peak Rd.
Napa, CA
(707) 257-0200
www.silveradoresort.com

Another well-known resort off the Silverado Trail, Silverado Resort is a sprawling place set amidst lush parklands and a huge golf course. The resort offers everything from yoga classes to tennis lessons, as well as an excellent restaurant. Though the décor is not the most modern, rooms start at $265 a night, so it’s a good option a little ways away from the hustle and bustle of Highway 29.

Yountville Inn
6462 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-5600
www.yountvilleinn.com

The Yountville Inn is a lovely little hotel right at the Yountville exit of Highway 29, and it is beautifully constructed from local fieldstone—as are the fireplaces in each room. The rooms are spacious, if unremarkable, and the little pool is a lovely spot to take in a bit of sun. Rooms start at $250, but nearly double in high season, so book in advance.

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RESTAURANTS

Ad Hoc Restaurant
6476 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
www.adhocrestaurant.com



You might ask yourself why someone would name their restaurant Ad Hoc, which means “for a particular purpose.” We certainly did, and here’s the answer we came up with. Thomas Keller originally intended to open an upscale burger joint here, but while he was preparing for it, he decided to open a temporary restaurant with a small prix-fixe menu that changed daily and was available for under $50—kind of like a cute starter option for those of us who dare to dream of dining at the French Laundry one day (we’re already saving up a special account for that epiphanic experience). Turns out no one wanted a new burger joint when the food was already so good, so the name and the concept stuck. And thank goodness. Though the kitchen will accommodate special tastes and allergies, you don’t really have too much choice when it comes to the menu. That doesn’t really matter, though, since the food is so good that you wouldn’t be able to conceive of anything better yourself. The meal is served family style, meaning that you get a clean plate, and the courses are served on a single plate from which you help yourself whether there are two or ten of you at the table (they give you the correct portions, don’t worry!). The night we went, we started with a grilled butter lettuce salad with anchovy, cherry tomatoes, parmesan and croutons in a lemon dressing. The main course was an achingly tender beef short rib (though we’d actually call it a brisket) with roasted carrots, mushrooms and caramelized onions. This was followed by a selection of cheeses, and finally a dessert of homemade ice cream sandwiches that must be the reason such a dessert was invented in the first place—so rich was the ice cream, so crispy the cookies, so gooey the chocolate. Another recent menu included a main course of pork loin with radishes, squashes, sweet carrots and Spanish lentils, and the classic summer strawberries and cream over a shortbread cookie for dessert. To see what you have to look forward to, check the day’s menu on the web site.

Bistro Jeanty
6510 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-0103
www.bistrojeanty.com



A cute French bistro with a stage-set bicycle jauntily parked right outside, Jeanty is right in the middle of Yountville’s main street, and a great option if you’re looking for an authentic French meal from the chef who opened the restaurant at Domaine Chandon before striking out on his own.

Bouchon
6534 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-8037
www.bouchonbistro.com

Thomas Keller’s middle tier restaurant serves up traditional French fare with fresh California attitude in a beautiful, low-key setting. A favorite fine dining spot among locals who are loathe to fight for a reservation at the French Laundry, Bouchon is a great option for those looking a gourmet end to a day of wine-tasting. The ambiance is all French here, with a zinc bar imported from France, red velvet banquettes, gilt mirrors and crown molding. The restaurant takes its name from a certain kind of casual brasserie that originated in Lyon, France, and is meant to be almost a family-style dining experience. So grab your friends, grab a table, and start passing the food.

Bouchon Bakery
6540 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-1565



As you might guess from the name, this bakery is a little annex to Thomas Keller’s Bouchon restaurant. It is also the best place to grab a pastry and a cup of coffee in the morning when the options in Yountville are, shall we say, limited. You’ll find old standbys like plain croissants and pain au chocolat, but also more exotic versions of standard pastries, like a pistachio citrus brioche. There are also great sandwiches perfect for a picnic lunch. The only thing is, the line is often several dozen people long, and it can take nearly an hour to get to the counter, so timing is everything.

Etoile at Domaine Chandon
1 California Drive.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-2280
www.domainechandon.com

The pioneer in winery-based dining, Etoile serves fancy food, wine-food pairing tasting menus, and prix-fixe gastronomic delights right on the Chandon property. Now, Chandon has also opened up a hip new tasting lounge as part of the restaurant that serves up small bites and sandwiches to accompany champagne and still wine tastings. You can also order one of their wines if you just want a single glass of bubbly. The indoor section feels like a trendy San Francisco wine bar with a long bar, a little open kitchen, and low leather benches and cocktail tables. The outside is a large open patio with huge trees and umbrella-shaded tables and happily chatting oeno-amateurs sipping sparkly and scarfing snacks. Grab a quick lunch of a salad and Panini, or just try a little charcuterie plate or a bowl of olives to go along with your champagne. They also have “bubbly and oysters,” available at a little raw bar every day from 11am-6pm. For more serious dining, head to the restaurant itself, which offers high-end lunch and dinner menus. If you really want the full experience, though, order the seven-course tasting menu with a wine pairing, which will set you back about $180.

The French Laundry
6640 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-2380
www.frenchlaundry.com



International cooking superstar Thomas Keller made a name for himself with this venerable culinary institution that has become synonymous with gourmet dining in Napa Valley, so though we did not get the chance to eat here ourselves—come on! You have to make reservations several months in advance!—we thought it was worth an honorable mention. With two nine-course prix-fixe menus that change daily (check the web site for each day’s menus) and start at about $250, dining at The French Laundry is an experience that you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Hurley’s Restaurant and Bar
6518 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-2345
www.hurleysrestaurant.com

With a popular two-course prix fixe lunch, as well as a late night menu served until midnight, Hurley’s is a great dining option whatever your time frame. Its menu features fresh California produce, interesting game meats like boar and venison, as well as lighter Mediterranean flavors. The outdoor patio is a popular spot in the evenings.

Pacific Blues Café
6525 Washington St.
Yountville, CA
(707) 944-4455

A local favorite with no-frills food like burgers and barbecue, Pacific Blues Café is the place to come when you’re looking for some simple cooking and a list of great on-tap beers. Grab a seat on the sun-soaked deck and watch the tourists tipsily tiptoe through town between tastings.

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WINERIES

Domaine Chandon
1 California Drive
Yountville, CA 94599
(707) 944-2280
www.domainechandon.com



On the more corporate side of the winemaking world, we have Domaine Chandon, the California bastion of international conglomerate, LVMH. Don’t let that put you off though. A facility like Domaine Chandon is a must-see for many reasons, including the well organized tours, and the interesting architecture that uses local materials and blends into the surrounding landscape (some of which, admittedly, is very well manicured, but for good reasons like drainage). Chandon also provides a little variety from your average winery tour since you’ll learn all about the méthode champenoise, or the traditional way in which champagne is produced—trust us, with two fermentations, a proprietary yeast blend, and enormous machines called gyro-palettes to “riddle” the wine by rotating the bottles, there is plenty to take in. On to the tasting, though. The apricot-noted, slightly sweet, Extra-Dry Riche, contrary to its name, is not terribly dry. That’s because on the dryness scale used for champagnes, it is somewhere towards the sweeter end, with Extra Brut being the driest. Be sure to try the famous Brut Classic and the étoile Brut, with notes of citrus, ginger and almond leading to a creamy finish. One of the more interesting wines to try is the sparkling red that tastes like…well…like really nice sangria. So grab a flute, kick back on the gorgeous patio, and breathe in some bubbles.

Havens Wine Cellars
2055 Hoffman Lane
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 261-2033/2000
www.havenswine.com

A new and notable player in Napa wines, this small operation is just a mile south of Yountville. Thanks to its location on the valley floor, Havens gets a lot of sun, so it has some excellent Syrahs and blends, like the Black and Blue Estate which is 50% each of Cabernet and Syrah, with lovely fruit and spices as well as some finely balanced tannins that will help it age well. Havens is also an interesting winery because it has pioneered the cultivation of Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc in Carneros—a region in the south of Napa County whose cooler, more humid climate is more suited to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The Syrah made from Havens’ Hudson vineyard in Carneros is delicious, though, with flavors of lavender, orchid and white pepper creating a combination that is both complex and delicate for a red wine. One of Havens’ signature wines is a unique white Spanish-style wine called Albarino, which is light like a Pinot Grigio, but crisper on the tongue and with a smoother finish due to lighter acidity. If they still have it, be sure to try the floral Cabernet Franc Rosé, which only made it into 40 cases. The most fun wine at Havens is called Bourriquot, which basically means “stubborn horse” in French, is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and literally explodes in the mouth with cherry and tobacco flavors…but it sure does go down easy. Tastings are done at a wooden picnic table under a huge tree, right outside the little wine shop. You’ll also probably be the only people there, except on the busiest days, so be sure to pet Tasting Room Manager Connie Parson’s bulldog, Otto. Perhaps one of the best selling points is that if you tell people at other wineries in the area that you have time for one more stop but don’t know where to go, chances are they’ll recommend Havens. Another selling point: tastings start at $5 for three tastes. What more do you need?

Cliff Lede Vineyards
1473 Yountville Cross Rd.
Yountville, CA 94599
(707)-944-8642
www.cliffledevineyards.com
       


A rising star in the Stag’s Leap district, the 60-acre Cliff Lede (pronounced LAY-dee) Vineyards has only been around since 2002. It has already made a name for itself both in wine circles and in the dining world thanks to owner Lede’s substantial investment of financing and time, as well as the fine quality Cabernet blends it is turning out on vineyard plots named for famous rock songs like “Light My Fire,” “American Girl,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” The tasting room, designed by famed California architect Howard Backen, feels like a comfortable country home with overstuffed leather armchairs, wood tables, a porch area, and knick knacks for sale scattered around the room. The winery itself is state-of-the-art, and there are over 25,000 square feet of aging caves dug into a hillside. You can also see the area where all the grapes are hand-sorted and then lifted by a unique crane system into the fermentation tanks without stressing the berries. The shape of the tanks themselves is specially tapered for a higher skin-to-juice ratio that produces a deeper color and greater concentration in the wine. Be sure to try one of the prominent Cabernet Sauvignons—reds from the Stag’s Leap region are known for cassis and other berry flavors, a little pepper, and some herbal flavors. Though Lede is known for reds, if you can get a glass of the Sauvignon Blanc, you should try it. The wine is light, but complex, with notes of citrus, peach, ginger and a touch of orange blossom.

The only problem is that Cliff Lede’s wines are so popular that many varietals often sell out quickly, so get there soon after release if you want a well-rounded tasting. The property also boasts a little art gallery with rotating exhibits including a piece by Keith Haring, and a sculpture garden with pieces from Lede’s own collection to wander around in while you sip their vintages.
   
Silverado Vineyards
6121 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 259-6628
www.silveradovineyards.com



Perched atop a hill in the midst of the Stag’s Leap District, Silverado Estate is a gorgeous winery to come for a visit, a tasting, or even just a sit out on the Tuscan-style patio. For a real, intimate vineyard experience, take the Saddle Block Vineyard Tasting tour, where you’ll get to taste a barrel sample (that means before it’s even been bottled!) of their current Cabernet, stroll through the vineyard that produced it, then have a tasting of three recently released Cabernets paired with canapés under the shade of the oak trees growing in the fields. Silverado’s $75 Library Tasting is also a wonderful opportunity to learn about how to age wines properly and try samples of their wines that date back 26 years to when the winery was started. For budget travelers, there are $10 Estate Tastings, and tours for $15 that include a tasting and on which you get to see the owners’ impressive collection of classic vintage posters. Just be sure to try one of the Cabernets since Silverado and the Stag’s Leap District are known for them. Silverado’s are beautifully rounded wine with just the right amount of lively fruit, sharp tannins and tastes of cocoa and spice. Silverado produces a delicious, unique Sangiovese rosé and some tasty Zinfandels, not to mention some zesty but smooth Carneros-grown Chardonnays. Silverado also hosts regular cooking classes and tasting menu meals in its demonstration kitchen and dining room. No matter what you’re looking for, Silverado is a great place to find it.

Robert Sinskey Vineyards
6320 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 944-9090
www.robersinskey.com

Tucked away into a little corner of the Silverado Trail in the Stag’s Leap district, Robert Sinskey uses biodynamic (see related link) viticulture in vineyards scattered around Napa to produce some very fine wines, both red and white. Known for Burgundian-style Pinot Noirs, Sinskey’s wines stand out because of their ability to express terroir (thanks, they claim, to biodynamic farming)—in this case, some excellent plots of land in the Carneros region in southern Napa. The Four Vineyards Pinot Noir is dry and sophisticated, but with a hint of tart plum that leaves a lasting impression on the palate and will age well. Sinskey’s Cabernet is no slouch either, and is cultivated, contrary to popular practice, in Carneros. With flavors of currant, chocolate, coffee and even a little capsicum to lend it spice, there is plenty to chew on when you take a sip. The winery tour itself is no less impressive. You can have a Laverne & Shirley moment looking at their Italian-made bottling machine, or meander through their temperate aging caves, which are cut into the hillside, and hide a very private tasting/dining room for special parties. Be sure to look at the little garden where they grow the vegetables and herbs used in cooking demonstrations by Maria Helm Sinskey (a culinary star in her own right, and wife of Robert Sinskey’s son, Rob Sinskey, who is the current vintner) in the show kitchen next to the wine bar. She also writes recipes to complement every bottle of wine they sell. Robert Sinskey Vineyards has a lovely patio to eat a picnic lunch on, and a pond full of fat Koi too, so feel free to go there and sit a while

Trefethen Family Vineyards
1160 Oak Knoll Rd.
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 255-7700
www.trefethenfamilyvineyards.com



Stopping at Trefethen is a quintessential wine-tasting experience. The setting is historic—in fact, the winery is designated on the National Registry of Historical Places of the Department of the Interior. It was originally built in 1886 by a Scottish sea captain and houses the only surviving 19th century wooden gravity flow winery in Napa. You can still see how the grapes were lifted to the third floor, sorted on the second floor, and fermented and then stored on the ground floor. Now the historic winery is mostly used for aging and housing the tasting rooms, but it is still an impressive place. After the tour, stop by the tasting room for a real treat. The keyword in the name is “Family,” and that’s what the team at Trefethen makes you feel like as they conspiratorially share the winemaker notes with you as they pour you a generous taste of their famous Chardonnay, or a Cabernet Sauvignon that is only available for sale at the winery. Be bold and ask to try a Viognier or a Late Harvest Riesling. All their bottles are reasonably priced, and even a reserve tasting will only run you $20—a bargain compared to most other wineries. On the environmental front, Trefethen is doing its part by using solar power, running its trucks and tractors on soy-based biodiesel, and recycling wastewater. Trefethen is also a great first stop since it is right off Highway 29 between Napa and Yountville in the Oak Knoll appellation district.

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OTHER WINERIES

Cakebread Cellars
8300 St. Helena Hwy.
Rutherford, CA
(707) 967-4012
www.cakebread.com

Elyse Winery
2100 Hoffman Ln.
Napa, CA
(707) 944-2900
www.elysewinery.com

Far Niente
1350 Acacia Dr.
Oakville, CA
(707) 944-2861
www.farniente.com

Groth Wines
750 Oakville Cross Rd.
Oakville, CA 94562
(707) 944-0290
www.grothwines.com

Hess Collection
4411 Redwood Rd.
Napa, CA
(707) 255-1144
www.hesscollection.com

Nickel and Nickel
8164 St. Helena Hwy.
Napa, Ca
(707) 967-9600
www.nickelandnickel.com

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars
5766 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA
(707) 944-2020
www.cask23.com

Vine Cliff
7400 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA
(707) 944-1364
www.vinecliff.com

CLICK HERE FOR PART TWO OF THE NAPA VALLEY WINE TOUR, FEATURING ST. HELENA AND CALISTOGA

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RELATED LINKS:
Napa Valley Tour: Part Two
In Defense of Merlot
Grape/Wine Varietals
The Organic Taboo
Wine Country: Useful Links
The Judgement of Paris
A Glossary of Wine Terms
Spit or Swallow: Tasting Room Etiquette
Biodynamics
Film Review of 'Bottle Shock'

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