Top Things to do in Napa Valley
What to do and see in Napa Valley, Napa Valley: The Best Nightlife
Vines, wines and the people who love them are central to the economy of Napa Valley. Other treats for taste buds are in store, too, in the form of local olive oils, tomatoes, cheeses and mustard. The other senses are catered for with a vibrant visual arts scene. Rent a car or book a taxi or limousine to get between sights safely. The Napa Valley Wine Train offers an unusual way to experience the views and vintages. A relaxing array of spas and mud baths and the Old Faithful geyser are attractions in Calistoga.
Restaurants in Napa Valley
1. Stacy's Wine Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Stacy's Wine Tours provides full concierge services from a local's point of view in both Napa & Sonoma Wine Country. Our concierge services include recommendations to hotels, custom itinerary for wineries, licensed transportation companies, dining, and non-winery experiences. We also offer Matrimonial and team building experiences. With 10 years working in wine country our concierge services will ensure you have an amazing time in wine country.
2. PureCru Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
3. Up Valley Vintners
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Our tasting room is a collective of local growers and winemakers. Each vintner produces Napa Valley quality wine for reasonable prices that sound too good to be true. Kenefick Ranch and Tofanelli have created wines that model what Wine Country is known for. You can taste their distinct expressions in award-winning wines any day of the week so what are you waiting for?
4. John Anthony Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
John Anthony Truchard is a second-generation vintner whose heritage is rooted in the Napa Valley. First and foremost, he is a farmer. Each of his terroir-driven wines tells the story of his history in Napa. The John Anthony Vineyards portfolio presents a diverse range of American Viticultural Areas, single-vineyard sites, noble varietals, and exceptional library vintages. John Anthony Vineyards’ elegant tasting lounge is located in downtown Napa, open daily from 10am to 10pm Sunday through Wednesday, and until midnight Thursday through Saturday. Enjoy a glass of wine, a flight, or share a bottle of our current releases.
Reviewed By ElissaM6 - San Mateo, United States
John Anthony wines has the 1st St location that is listed here that this review and (for wine aficionados that want a more custom, intimate experience) there is the Church Vineyard location, but you have to know the family to know the place. 1st Street: Open to foot traffic so easily accessible, tasting prices very reasonable and within the range I'd expect given you get to taste 6 wines (if I recall) with pretty ample pours (see list below that I think we tried) . There were two of us sharing a single tasting and there was plenty o' wine to go around! They make a lovely sparkling wine, a few Sauvignon Blancs and a Chardonnay. These are all very nice wines. But John Anthony's true calling is in his reds. If you're a serious wine buyer this is the location you'll want to visit as the tasting wines are also fairly customized to your tastes. Here, we were lucky enough to try their 2010 Merlot in addition to a reserve Cab that were both stunning. The Merlot in particular I've never had anything like it with notes of fig and aromatic sweet tobacco, shoe leather, dried fruits. Like heaven in a bottle. Went home with a few bottles without even thinking about it. Having dreams of more... =) The 2016 Napa Cab was fruit forward and really easy drinking even at this young age, while the Coombsville showed more tannins and acids that will make it even more exciting in a few years! It's in an upscale and upbeat downtown location with swanky atmosphere. Reservations recommended but we didn't have one and were able to walk in w/o a reservation on a Saturday night. I think that was because (in a COVID world) only one other table was in the tasting room at the time. There were no surprises here and I really loved the reds. Definitely worth a visit! Church: Now, if you're a collector or serious wine drinker I recommend Church. Church Vineyard in Napa: For those with a fear of missing out this is for you. ;-) This is an experience! We had to get to know the family to see this. See photos of both experiences in this post. We absolutely loved the ambiance: very exclusive and comfy feel, personable and knowledgeable hosts, beautiful building in an old restored church from PA. It's a really special experience. Here are the wines that were available to us at 1st St. Oh so many more seemed to be at our disposal at Church (with legal limits of course!) if the wine educator knows your collecting preference. - La Dame Michele Blanc de Blanc - 2019 Carneros Sauvignon Blanc - 2019 Church Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc - 2018 Reserve Chardonnay - 2016 Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon - 2016 Coombsville Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Enjoy and you are welcome! ;-) -elissa
5. Outland Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Outland is a contemporary tasting room in downtown Napa, sharing California wines produced by POE, Forlorn Hope & Farella. Our tasting room allows guests to taste a variety of wines, ranging from Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir, to Trousseau and Riesling. Although we all work with diverse appellations and varietals, we share the same vision: to create a shared space to experience our high quality wines, foster education and ideas, and to share our wines with our friends and community. All of our wines contribute their own special interpretation of viticulture, enology, and winemaking, allowing for a collaborative movement towards an authentic expression of Napa Valley and Northern California at large. The shared belief that wines should be produced with minimal interference and show with varietal purity is what carries all of our efforts.
6. Gustavo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Gustavo Brambila, Winemaker & Owner, believes great wine is equal parts a result of the best grapes, the best processes, and only the strongest love for the art of winemaking. Gustavo cherishes this environment, and has grown one owner's extreme love of making wine into an established winery. As a family business, the same processes that landed Gustavo Brambila a spot in the Napa Valley elite are passed down amongst the generations, preserving a rich heritage and art. In the words of Gustavo Brambila himself, "Gustavo Wine is a reflection of my passion, heritage and lifetime love affair with wine. Winemaking is an artform and when others appreciate what I love, solidifies myself as an artist!". We would love for you to join us either at our Tasting Room at the Oxbow District in Napa or at our Winery located in the Crusher District of Napa, CA.
Reviewed By U2758MFhannahm
Gustavo wines was an amazing experience, even though they weren’t open on a Tuesday they were able to accommodate my boyfriend and myself by taking a reservation for us to enjoy a tasting with a cheeseboard that day and with Gustavo himself. He’s such a kind and knowledgeable winemaker. It was interesting to hear about his story and the wines they produce. We tasted 7 wines it was a great experience. I would definitely recommend going there to anyone that loves wine. It was a great way to start my birthday celebration.
7. Cornerstone Cellars
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
A visit to Cornerstone Cellars is, like us, all about great wine. Guests return time-after-time based on the quality of our wines and the warmth and friendliness found in our tasting room located at Vista Collina Resort. We are proud that our people are as extraordinary as our wines. You'll find your visit to Cornerstone Cellars relaxing, fun and educational with none of that packed-in feeling.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
We were staying at the resort and went to the village area for wine tasting Cornerstone Cellars is part of the Village area of tasting rooms and outdoor area. Wine is good. Staff was informative.
8. JCB Tasting Salon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By deancreative
I have to say this is the ultimate wine country experience. We were treated like VIPs in the lovely tasting room where the Palace of Versailles meets Las Vegas. The wines are so delicious and well made, and I learned all the JCB wines are produced from organic & sustainable vineyards. A huge bonus. Thanks for a memorable time! Bonjour!
9. Girard Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By CWFSantaCruz_CA
We are wine club members but have not been to this tasting room in Calistoga. What a beautiful property. We made an appointment and when we entered the door, Roy greeted us with a taste of a lovely rose and shown to our seats near the fireplace. The room is bright and spacious. We feel that Girard makes some of the best wines and we were treated to several tastes. Our club shipment was to happen later in November but we were able to substitute and take our wines home with us. Enoch introduced himself and entertained us with his stories. Thank you Girard Winery, can’t wait until our next visit.
10. Alpha Omega Collective Downtown Napa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Enjoy terroir-driven wines offered in flights, by the glass and bottle service in an inviting setting inside a perfectly-situated historic building at the corner of First and Randolph streets, across from the Archer Hotel in Downtown Napa. Alpha Omega Collective showcases Bordeaux-inspired releases from Alpha Omega in Napa Valley, Burgundian varietals Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from Tolosa in San Luis Obispo’s Edna Valley and Mediterranean reds from Perinet in Spain’s Priorat. Experience a world of terroir wine tasting in Downtown Napa.
Reviewed By 974edy
We popped in for an afternoon tasting and had a great time. My wife had the single vineyard flight while I had the signatures flight. Both were great and the staff was terrific.
