2025 Napa Valley Visitor Magazine by WanderlustContentStudio

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Auberge du Soleil

Inspired by the relaxed sophistication of the South of France. Infused with California soul.

Auberge du Soleil has long been revered as the quintessential adult getaway in Napa Valley. Synonymous with luxury, this Michelin Three Key-rated resort features 50 guest rooms, suites, and private maisons tucked into a sun-kissed hillside olive grove. The property’s Michelin-starred dining options include The Restaurant and The Bar, where winemakers, guests, and visitors alike gather to take in the spectacular views. Enjoy a taste of Provence in the heart of Napa Valley...ooh là là. Escape to @aubergedusoleil.

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WHERE TO STAY

Check into boutique inns, eco-friendly properties, luxury resorts, and spa retreats.

SIP IN STYLE

An insider’s guide to all things Napa Valley wine, from tasting tips and terroir to experiences.

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A VERITABLE FEAST

Discover what makes Napa Valley one of the world’s most compelling culinary destinations.

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ITINERARY INSPIRATION

Getaways for wellness-seekers, family travelers, and car-free adventurers.

PRESIDENT & CEO

Linsey Gallagher

CONTROLLER

Teresa Coleman

DIRECTOR OF PARTNER RELATIONS AND EVENTS

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DIRECTOR OF SALES

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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS, COMMUNITY AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS

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MANAGER OF MARKETING

Robert McGuigan

MANAGER OF BRAND COMMUNICATIONS

Christy Bors

1001 Second Street, Suite 330, Napa, CA 94559

Phone: (707) 226-5813

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Pure Luxury Transportation

With an expansive fleet and a commitment to perfection, Pure Luxury is one of the most innovative companies in the transportation industry. Pure Luxury caters to the needs of every customer, combining attention to detail and the best chauffeurs in Napa Valley wine country so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy every moment of your journey.

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Napa Valley Gondola

Located in the heart of downtown Napa, Napa Valley Gondola offers an authentic Venetian gondola experience on the tranquil Napa River. As you float in a handcrafted Italian gondola, your journey on this scenic waterway envelops you in serene sights, from vineyard vistas and wildlife to scenes of downtown Napa, as your gondolier shares stories about the Napa River and perhaps serenades you with a traditional Venetian song!

Private Napa Valley Gondola cruises, designed for up to six passengers, ensure a personal touch. Choose from a variety of packages, including a romantic escapade for two with a guided wine tasting or a cozy group outing with friends. Cruises depart from the Napa Valley Gondola dock at the downtown Napa riverfront. Enjoy this unique and memorable way to experience the natural beauty of Napa.

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Welcome

Hello and thank you for exploring our 2025 Visitor Magazine. On behalf of the tourism and hospitality industry, we invite you to experience the magic of Napa Valley, where visitors and guests are treated like neighbors and longtime friends.

Napa Valley is a unique and special place comprised of five distinct towns, each with its own charm and unique qualities, and surrounded by natural beauty and an abundance of pristine vineyards. Napa Valley embodies a rustic, relaxed elegance that permeates every experience. At its heart, this is a farming community; generations of families have looked after and shaped this special place.

With respect for our agricultural heritage, our community continues to cultivate the land, taking care to evolve yet stay true to our core values, while welcoming guests from around the world. Napa Valley’s farmers, winemakers, artisans, chefs, and neighbors are always ready to receive you and share what we humbly refer to as “the good life.”

Napa Valley is home to a collection of hotels that meet the needs of all guests; a globally recognized arts and culture scene; diverse excursions; finely curated boutiques and galleries; award-winning wellness spas; everything from food trucks to Michelin-rated culinary offerings; and, of course, the worldrenowned wines of Napa Valley.

We invite you to enjoy an unparalleled level of service and a truly unforgettable experience. Whether joining us in early autumn during the peak of harvest season; rejuvenating and reconnecting with yourself at luxurious spas during the winter months; experiencing the picturesque landscapes and vineyards blanketed by bright yellow mustard flower in the spring; or grooving and dancing to the sounds of music all summer long, no two days in Napa Valley are ever the same.

Cheers,

Linsey Gallagher

President & CEO, Visit Napa Valley

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A picture-perfect golden hour feast in the vineyards.

Photographer: David H. Collier.

Stylists: Alexa Hyman, Rusty Inglet, and Emma Thompson.

Location: Regusci Winery.

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The iconic Napa Valley sign on Highway 29 near Oakville.

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YOUNTVILLE

Chandon

Experience exceptional sparkling wine in the heart of Napa Valley. Since 1973, Chandon has welcomed guests to explore wines that are fruit-driven and elegant, sophisticated, and effortlessly enjoyable. Here, it’s about the artistry of crafting unforgettable moments. Delight in tasting flights that unveil the subtleties of terroir, grape, and craftsmanship. Immerse yourself in Chandon’s five-course Culinary Journey, where each dish is thoughtfully designed around the wines, creating a seamless harmony of flavors. Whether you’re sharing your love for wine with friends at a family-style table, lounging in a garden cabana, or enjoying a private escape under the oaks, Chandon offers the perfect backdrop to celebrate great wine and good company. Each experience is rooted in exceptional California sparkling wines, available exclusively at the winery or to Club Chandon members. Come explore a world of possibilities.

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Savor the unparalleled beauty and bounty of Napa Valley and immerse yourself in a vibrant, welcoming culture deeply rooted in hospitality.

Napa Valley is renowned across the globe as a premier wine country destination and beacon of culinary creativity. While it remains revered as the wine capital of North America with an impressive viticultural heritage dating to the mid-1800s, the region has never felt fresher or more exciting. The very same creative, pioneering spirit that drove winemakers to settle here (and a century later, put California wine on the map at the Judgment of Paris in 1976) has continued to fuel a push for excellence, evolution, and reinvention—one that goes far beyond wine and food.

Inspired by the past with an eye to the future, a new generation of tastemakers, artists, and purveyors of living well have helped to enhance and evolve Napa Valley’s singular sense of place. Today, the contemporary complements the classic and all are invited to take a seat at the table.

Whether you come to break bread, sip under the sun, or rock out at a music festival, you’ll discover that Napa Valley is a veritable playground for bon vivants, cultural explorers, and wellness-seekers alike. Here’s to reveling in your best version of the Napa Valley good life. Cheers!

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THE ESSENCE OF

Art abounds in Napa Valley. Contemporary artists create bold masterpieces displayed among the vines, country roads, and urban landscapes. Striking architecture lends itself to the visual splendor at lauded resorts and wineries. And galleries, art museums, and studios offer experiences to delight everyone from the art historian to the curious cultural traveler.

THE EMBODIMENT OF

There’s something healing in the Napa Valley water. Wellness practitioners offer treatments using ingredients sourced from mineral-rich natural hot springs, winemaking pomace, and locally grown botanicals. Luxury spa resorts, full-service day spas, and low-key soaking spots provide endless opportunities for pampering and rejuvenation.

THE ART OF

Generations of vintners have perfected winemaking alchemy among the hallowed vines of Napa Valley’s 16 distinctive American Viticultural Areas. Explore each region’s treasured terroir on immersive tasting journeys.

THE CRAFT OF

Napa Valley chefs played a pivotal role crafting the Golden State’s spin on farm-to-table wine country cuisine and helped build California’s outstanding culinary reputation. Today, the new school of rising star chefs carrying the torch are reimagining fine dining from casual burger stands and taquerias to elegant bistro fare and multicourse Michelin-starred feasts.

THE SPIRIT OF

Let Napa Valley entertain you! Catch live music while visiting wineries, exploring downtown Napa’s nightlife, and attending major music festivals like BottleRock Napa Valley. Seasonal happenings, concert series, and a steady rotation of wine, film, and food festivals keep the events calendar abuzz all year round.

THE JOY OF Fun & Play

The great outdoors beckons every season. Explore nature preserves, paddleboard on Lake Berryessa, and soar above the valley in a hot air balloon. Feel the breeze on your skin as you pedal between wineries. Saddle up for a trail ride, hit the pickleball courts, and tee off surrounded by vineyards and oak trees. Here, it’s always game time!

The Bungalows at Calistoga

Cozy charm meets boutique hotel elegance at The Bungalows at Calistoga. Thoughtfully designed with modern decor and filled with natural light, each of the three Craftsman-style bungalows offers plenty of space and comfort. Stay within walking distance of downtown Calistoga, where you can explore tasting rooms, delicious farm-to-fork dining, and world-class wellness spas. The Bungalows at Calistoga is a uniquely charming place to stay for a wedding party, family reunion, or other special group gathering in Napa Valley.

Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Napa Valley

Discover the culinary gateway to the Napa Valley at the world-renowned Culinary Institute of America, with two locations in downtown Napa and St. Helena.

Begin your culinary adventure at CIA at Copia in downtown Napa, where you’ll find hands-on classes led by CIA chefs. Choose a single-day class or dig in with multi-day boot camps in the state-of-the art kitchens. Tour the culinary gardens, where fresh-picked ingredients make their way onto The Grove Restaurant’s menu, and settle in for a casual dinner indoors or brunch on the patio beneath the olive trees. Menus change daily and pop-up guest chef dinners happen throughout the year. Explore the Wine Hall of Fame and the Chuck Williams Culinary Arts Museum’s culinary artifacts and be sure to stop by the Marketplace to shop for unique gifts for your home and kitchen.

Your culinary adventure continues in St. Helena at CIA Greystone, the West Coast college campus for the CIA. Tour the historic estate, which was formerly home to the Christian Brothers Winery. Stop for freshly baked goods made by CIA students at The Bakery Café by Ghirardelli and browse cookbooks and culinary wares at Spice Islands® Marketplace. To cap off your CIA Greystone experience, make a reservation at Gatehouse Restaurant, where you can experience a sumptuous multi-course meal prepared by talented CIA students (and future top chefs).

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Recreational classes taught by CIA faculty

CIA at Greystone in St. Helena

The Grove Restaurant, CIA at Copia, Napa

Misticanza salad from the Copia Garden

A Sense of Place

Discover the history, heritage, and spirit of stewardship that have shaped Napa Valley.

Napa Valley’s rich, fertile lands have nourished communities for thousands of years. Three Native American tribes—the Patwin, Coast Miwok, and Wappo—were the first to call Napa Valley home. Typically dwelling near rivers, they hunted big game, fowl, and fish and gathered acorns, grasses, and berries. Native American roots carry into modern day Napa Valley, including the names of places such as “Soscol,” “Mayacamas,” and “Napa” itself.

Spanish and Mexican explorers arrived in the early 1800s, introducing new ways of living off the land, including cultivating wine grapes and cattle ranching. Pioneer George C. Yount was the first “Americano” to receive a land grant from Mexico when he took ownership of Rancho Caymus near Yountville and would become the first to plant grapevines in 1839.

The town of Napa was first planned in 1847 by Nathan Coombs, who saw its potential as a trade hub thanks to the location where the Napa River and Napa Creek converge. During this era, the Gold Rush brought those seeking fortune to Northern California, and local mines yielded silver and other valuable minerals. In 1869, Sawyer Tannery opened along the Napa River and “Napa Leather” gained acclaim for its quality—marking the start of the region’s reputation as a source of luxury goods.

Prior to emerging as a world-class wine locale, Napa Valley was widely known as a wellness destination dating back to 1859. California’s first millionaire, Sam Brannan, helped lay the foundation for visitors to flock to Napa Valley and “take to the waters” in Calistoga, where natural mineral springs and mud baths delivered healing and rejuvenation.

In 1861, Charles Krug opened the first commercial winery, and 25 years later Josephine Tychson made history as one of California’s first female vintners with her St. Helena winery at what is now Freemark Abbey. Chinese laborers are also

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Charles Krug

credited with helping to bring the wine industry to life in the latter 19th century, between working in the vineyards and building key infrastructure.

Prohibition ground the burgeoning wine industry to a halt in 1920, and cattle ranching led the agricultural economy in the four decades following Prohibition as the wine industry slowly revitalized. Starting in World War II, “braceros” from Mexico became instrumental to the agriculture and winemaking industries; their impact is deeply intertwined in Napa Valley culture today.

The founding of Robert Mondavi Winery in 1966 marked the beginning of the most pivotal chapter in Napa Valley wine history. It was the first new winery to open since Prohibition, with Robert Mondavi raising the bar by championing high-quality winemaking practices. Ten years later, Napa Valley Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon took a surprising star turn at the Judgment of Paris in 1976, with Chateau Montelena Winery and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars beating French wines in the blind tasting competition. Over the ensuing decades, Napa Valley emerged as a leading tourism destination for fine wine and food.

The 1970s were equally important for the restaurant scene. Domaine Chandon

was the first winery to introduce haute cuisine and its success inspired other wineries to offer a dining component. In 1978, The French Laundry was opened by Don and Sally Schmitt in Yountville. When they sold it to Chef Thomas Keller in 1994, he elevated the region’s culinary credibility with his signature fine dining experience; The French Laundry was awarded the title of “World’s Best Restaurant” in back-to-back years (2003-2004) and in 2007,

The French Laundry joined the elite class of three-Michelin-star restaurants around the world.

The 21st century has been a period of exciting refinement and reinvention: more Michelin stars, downtown Napa’s evolution, the introduction of new luxury resorts and boutique hotels, a widespread commitment to sustainable winemaking, and the diversification of the wine and dining scene. In 2013, the outdoor music festival BottleRock Napa Valley resonated with music fans and its growing success introduced the region to a new generation of travelers. Today, the contemporary and classic coexist in a compelling blend that is quintessentially Californian and 100 percent Napa Valley.

Historic Highlights

1859

Sam Brannan develops northern Napa Valley’s spring grounds

1968

1839

First vines planted

1944 Napa Valley Vintners Association is created

First commercial winery opened by Charles Krug

The Judgment of Paris wine competition puts Napa Valley on the map “Napa Valley” becomes California’s first designated American Viticultural Area

The French Laundry earns three Michelin stars

First BottleRock Napa Valley

2024

Napa Valley’s Green Lodging Certification program debuts

Robert Mondavi Winery established

Napa Valley becomes the first agricultural preserve in the U.S.

Napa Green winery and vineyard certification program established

The French Laundry

TRAVEL THOUGHTFULLY

Follow these five simple tips to be a responsible traveler and leave Napa Valley better than you found it.

1 Buy Local: Support small businesses and the entrepreneurial community to make a positive contribution to the local economy.

2 Eat Green: Patronize restaurants that source ingredients from local farms.

3 Sip Sustainably: Protect delicate vineyard ecosystems, avoid walking through the vines unless you’ve been invited to do so, and support Napa Green Certified estate wineries.

4 Go Car-Free: Leave your car parked and explore on foot and bike.

5 Tread Lightly: Stay on marked trails and throw your trash in appropriate bins.

Forever Green

Preserving Napa Valley’s natural beauty and resources has been a priority for generations. In 1968, Napa Valley became the first Agricultural Preserve in the United States with a zoning ordinance that currently protects 38,000 acres of land. Other impactful sustainability initiatives include the Napa Green certification program for vineyards and wineries. In 2021, the Napa Green program became the first of its kind in the world to redevelop vineyard certification standards to include climate action, regenerative carbon farming, and social equity. With nearly 100 wineries certified (and counting!), Napa Valley vintners comprise 40 percent of California’s certified sustainable wineries. Collectively, program participants bearing the Napa Green signs have saved 28 million gallons of water and

millions of kilowatt hours of energy. The lodging sector is also demonstrating a commitment to destination stewardship with the recent launch of the Napa Valley Green Lodging certification program. Be it hotels, wineries, restaurants, or retailers, treading lightly and contributing to preservation and regeneration is an integral part of the Napa Valley ethos.

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT: Stretching 50 miles from Mount St. Helena to San Pablo Bay, the Napa River has served as a habitat for wildlife and provided sustenance for thousands of years. It facilitated commerce in the 1800s, and today, the river is an iconic backdrop in downtown Napa. Visitors can learn more about local history and experience the river on guided kayak tours with Enjoy Napa Valley or scenic gondola rides with Napa Valley Gondola

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Black-Owned Wineries

Napa Valley’s increasingly diverse winemaking community includes several Black-owned wineries.

l Brown Estate

l Charles Woodson’s Intercept Wines

l Domaine Curry

l Housley Napa Valley

l J. Moss Winery

l Lobo Wines

l LVE Wines

l Okapi Winery

Carrying on my greatgrandfather (Cesare Mondavi), grandfather (Peter Mondavi Sr.), and father’s (Marc Mondavi) legacies means the world to me! As winemakers, focusing on innovation while continuing to create classic nostalgic Napa Valley wines is imperative to our family.

165 Years of Winemaking

Drink in the history of Napa Valley viticulture at these legendary wineries where it all began.

l Charles Krug Winery was established in 1861 and became Napa Valley’s first tasting room when the doors opened to the public in 1882.

l Schramsberg Vineyards was established by German immigrant Jacob Schram, who purchased the Diamond Mountain property in 1862, planted 100 acres of vineyards, and created the valley’s first hillside wine caves. Jack and Jamie Davies purchased the property in 1965 with a dream of producing sparkling wines; their son Hugh is at the helm of the family business today.

l Louis M. Martini, an Italian immigrant, started making sacramental wine in Napa Valley during Prohibition and opened his eponymous St. Helena winery in 1933 as soon as Prohibition ended. He also helped found the Napa Valley Vintners Association in 1944.

l Pioneering winemaker Robert Mondavi founded his iconic namesake winery in 1966 in Oakville. While the original property is closed for a multi-year remodel, you can sample Robert

Mondavi Winery vintages at the new Arch & Tower tasting room in downtown Napa.

l Winemaker Warren Winiarski made the game-changing Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon that won the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Stag’s Leap Vineyard continues to be one of the most beloved wines in the winery’s portfolio.

l In 1972, Jim Barrett purchased Chateau Montelena, a Calistoga winery established in 1882. Chateau Montelena’s 1973 Chardonnay famously won the 1976 Judgment of Paris. The winery remains in the Barrett family and is open for tastings by appointment.

l Milenko “Mike” Grgich made that award-winning 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay vintage and after that success, he went on to open Grgich Hills Estate in 1977. To this day, the estate welcomes visitors and is a popular stop on the Napa Valley Wine Train

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Angelina Mondavi, fourth generation winemaker & sommelier Arch & Tower

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Arch & Tower

Welcome to Arch & Tower, the new home to Robert Mondavi Winery, located in downtown Napa in the historic Borreo Building. Proudly named to honor the legendary founder’s iconic landmark winery, Arch & Tower promises a reimagined hospitality experience. Inspired by the theatrics of the 1960s and founding of the winery, Arch & Tower is a fresh expression that brings together downtown Napa’s energy with acclaimed wines and locally sourced culinary pairings. Celebrate the next chapter of the Robert Mondavi story and experience hospitality, the Robert Mondavi Winery way. (888) 766-6328 ext. 2 robertmondaviwinery.com Ge

Our Towns

Napa Valley is home to five distinctive communities that are destinations in their own right.

From the southern gateway of American Canyon and the City of Napa up to Yountville, St. Helena, and the northernmost Calistoga, each town has its own personality and unique array of experiences. No matter where you choose to base your Napa Valley journey, delectable cuisine, exceptional wines, visual splendor, superb shopping, and friendly locals await.

Hotel Yountville

Napa Valley Gondola, City of Napa

Eagle Vines Golf Club, American Canyon

PRESS Restaurant, St. Helena

Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga

American Canyon: For the Outdoorsy Types

Rolling hillsides, nature preserves, and lush wetlands anchor this southern gateway to Napa Valley, best known for easily accessible fresh air fun. The great outdoors beckon with a robust network of nature trails at Newell Open Space Preserve and Wetlands Edge Park. Hit the greens at Chardonnay Golf Club and Eagle Vines Golf Club, then shop for locally harvested honey at Marshall’s Farm. Affordable, kid-friendly accommodations and eateries, plus close proximity to nearby theme parks and attractions, make American Canyon a popular option for families.

Scenic wine country roads abound

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City of Napa: For the Young at Heart

As Napa Valley’s nightlife and entertainment epicenter, downtown Napa hums with energy morning through late night. Revitalization projects transformed the historic core into a hub of urban tasting rooms, boutique hotels, stylish shops, trending restaurants and cocktail bars, and live music venues such as The Uptown Theatre and Blue Note Napa. Just across the river, Oxbow Public Market, The CIA at Copia, and Napa Yard invite grazing and gathering. Add the Napa Valley Wine Train departures depot, the Napa Valley Vine Trail, and the Napa River to your itinerary, and you can be as active and adventurous as you want to be.

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Napa Valley Gondola

Morimoto Napa

Napa Yard

Yountville: For the Culinary Connoisseurs

In the heart of Napa Valley, Yountville is a sophisticated and upscale getaway renowned for luxurious lodging, fine dining, and inspired art. Browse the installations along the Yountville Art Walk, admire the impeccable culinary gardens of The French Laundry, and shop along Washington Street

Take flight with Napa Valley Aloft hot air balloon rides or go for a spin on the Napa Valley Vine Trail. Sip small-production wines at in-town tasting rooms and venture to winery estates in the countryside. Indulge in Michelin-recommended dining and explore the design (and culinary) paradise that is RH Yountville

The French Laundry

RH Yountville

Hotel Yountville

St. Helena: For the Stylish Set

Welcome to St. Helena, Napa Valley’s original “Main Street” and historic center. Walk its charming, upscale streets to shop for exceptional designer fashions, home decor, and one-of-a-kind local gifts. The dynamic dining scene runs the gamut from food trucks and modern taco shops to Michelin-starred standouts and elevated farmhouse fare. Pay a visit to the original Model Bakery for legendary English muffins, and stock up on gourmet provisions at Napa Valley Olive Oil

Top-tier wine tasting options are plentiful in the heart of town and surrounding vineyards. Landmark wineries like Beringer Vineyards, Charles Krug, and Louis M. Martini Winery also call St. Helena home.

Model Bakery

Louis M. Martini Winery

Calistoga: For the Wellness Warriors

Home to natural geothermal hot springs, Calistoga has been a wellness retreat since 1859. Luxurious spa resorts, updated inns, and vintage-inspired motels offer a variety of options to access the healing waters. Anchored by Lincoln Avenue, the tree-lined downtown exudes a bohemian, laid-back spirit with an eclectic mix of shops to match. Calistoga Depot Provisions serves up delicious bites and beverages in remodeled 1800s-era rail cars, and boutique wineries pour right in town. Walk the Indian Springs Labyrinth, catch a show in Pioneer Park, or hike the Oat Hill Mine Trail, a former stagecoach route.

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Oat Hill Mine Trail

Riverfront Napa

Your downtown destination for world-class dining and shopping. Savor traditional Asian fare at Morimoto Asia and modern Japanese cuisine with top-shelf sake or whiskey at Morimoto Napa, both from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Dine on fresh seafood with river views at the Waterfront Seafood Grill, and feast on Mexican fare and cocktails at Los Agaves Napa. Argentine specialties shine at Entrecot. And the sophisticated environment of Sidestreet cigar lounge is perfect for relaxing or socializing with friends. Peruse vintage and contemporary art at ÆRENA Galleries & Gardens, then visit Scott Lyall Clothes For Men and Helen Lyall Clothes For Women. Discover sustainable fashion and lifestyle goods at Liv & Well, on-trend looks at Shoppe Twelve and Shoppe Twelve Girl, and luxury eyewear at Zuniga Optical. Perk up with a specialty drink from Napa Valley Coffee Roasting Company, the perfect complement to your Riverfront Napa day. riverfrontnapa.com Ge

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Historic Napa Mill

1. Napa River

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Inn & Spa

Known for gracious hospitality, Napa River Inn is locally owned and operated. Spacious guest rooms and suites feature premium touches, and several include a fireplace, balcony, or river views. napariverinn.com

2. Celadon

An award-winning, seasonally influenced menu of global comfort food features flavors from the Mediterranean, Asia, and the Americas. Take a seat in the beautiful dining room or exquisite courtyard. celadonnapa.com

3. Sweetie Pies

Located in the heart of Historic Napa Mill, this acclaimed bakery serves delicious breakfast and lunch, specialty cakes, and pastries. sweetiepies.com

4. The Fink

Napa’s neighborhood bar for the world traveler. Locals and visitors alike delight in the friendly charm of this speakeasystyle bar.

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5. Angèle Restaurant

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Angèle Restaurant is locally renowned for its French-inspired wine list and cuisine and inviting outdoor waterfront dining. angelerestaurant.com

6. Vintage

Sweet Shoppe

6. Vintage Sweet Shoppe

Everything is a treat at this cozy shop featuring handmade chocolates and ice cream plus a wine tasting bar. vintagesweetshoppe.com

American Canyon

American Canyon is a convenient and affordable place to begin your Napa Valley adventure. Ideally located, American Canyon provides access to Napa and Sonoma County wineries, beautiful wetlands, breweries, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, and the Jelly Belly Candy Company, among other attractions. Guests feel right at home in American Canyon, to start and close their vacation days.

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Holiday Inn

Express & Suites

This recently renovated hotel features 101 guest rooms, two meeting rooms, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and whirlpool, and a convenience store.

Don’t miss the complimentary hot breakfast buffet, including the famous Cinnabon cinnamon rolls and other deliciously prepared hot items like scrambled eggs, bacon, and much more.

This recently renovated hotel features 101 guest rooms, two meeting rooms, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and a convenience store. Don’t miss the complimentary hot breakfast buffet, including the famous cinnamon rolls other deliciously prepared hot items like scrambled eggs, bacon, and much more.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Napa Valley American Canyon

DoubleTree by Hilton Napa Valley American

Discover the only full-service hotel in American Canyon. Guests are always greeted with the famous warm chocolate chip cookies, and Table 29 Bistro & Bar, Spa Gaia, weekly wine tastings, live music, and seasonal outdoor movies await your arrival. Banquet and meeting rooms are available for events and private functions. Stay and celebrate 100 years of Hilton hospitality.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites

Napa American Canyon

Totally renovated, Fairfield Inn & Suites Napa Valley-American Canyon is minutes to downtown Napa and world-class wineries. Enjoy comfortable suites while you stream hit movies and unwind. Free WiFi helps you stay connected, and a free breakfast is a great way to start your day. Relax by the heated pool or soak in the warmer whirlpool.

Totally renovated, Fairfield Inn & Suites Napa Valley-American Canyon is minutes to downtown Napa and world-class wineries. Enjoy comfortable suites while you stream hit movies unwind. Free WiFi you stay connected, and a free breakfast is a great way to start your day. Relax by the heated pool or soak in the warmer whirlpool.

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Let Napa Valley Be Your Playground

Practical trip tips and need-to-knows to help you navigate Napa Valley like an insider

WHAT’S IN SEASON

Time your visit to savor the sights, sounds, and other seasonal nuances that make Napa Valley a compelling destination year round.

SPRING: MARCH–MAY

’Tis the season for stunning views and perfect weather. Thanks to spring showers, Napa Valley shines at its most bucolic in spring. Between the lush green hillsides, colorful wildflowers, and bud break on the vines, the valley bursts with life and emanates a palpable spirit of renewal.

SUMMER: JUNE–AUGUST

There’s nothing quite like Napa Valley summer days and nights. The shining California sun makes it the best time to enjoy outdoor activities and relax poolside after a day of tasting, while evening temperatures are optimal for alfresco dining and entertainment. Concerts and music festivals keep the good vibes flowing under starry skies.

FALL: SEPTEMBER–NOVEMBER

Raise a glass to harvest season in Napa Valley! Fall is a productive time of year for winemaking and visitors are invited to join in a robust lineup of harvest festivities. Vineyard leaves turn bright orange, yellow, and red, making for stunning photos, as the coziness of autumn settles in during late October.

WINTER: DECEMBER–FEBRUARY

This quieter off-peak season allows visitors to experience Napa Valley like a local. Winery experiences are more intimate and overnight guests enjoy more affordable lodging rates. December glitters with winter holiday celebrations and grand decorative displays; crisp winter temperatures and occasional rains replenish the vines; and Cabernet Season opens doors to private tastings—this is a great time for a barrel tour and valleywide dining experiences.

Mustard Season

Feast your eyes on Napa Valley’s vibrant wild mustard bloom January through March

In what’s known as the “season between seasons,” mustard flowers cover the ground in eye-catching swaths of canary yellow. While the seeds are planted to protect and nourish the soil as a cover crop, the flowers are a sight to behold. The Silverado Trail and Highway 29 are prime areas for gorgeous mustard flower snapshots, especially after the typical mid-February peak. Don’t forget to tag #VisitNapaValley and #WildMustardDays to be featured.

Mustard Season

Feast your eyes on Napa Valley’s vibrant wild mustard bloom January through April

In what’s known as the “season between seasons,” mustard flowers cover the ground in eye-catching swaths of canary yellow. While the seeds are planted to protect and nourish the soil as a cover crop, the flowers are a sight to behold. The Silverado Trail and Highway 29 are prime areas for gorgeous mustard flower snapshots, especially after the typical mid-February peak. Head to VisitNapaValley.com to view the Mustard Season map and find fantastic photo ops during your next visit. Don’t forget to tag #VisitNapaValley and #WildMustardDays to be featured.

What to Wear

Napa Valley is laid-back luxury personified. When it comes to what to pack, take a nod from leading boutiques with these curated wardrobe staples. Days call for relaxed layers and comfortable footwear, while evenings on the town create an opportunity to dress up— sparkle optional!

carries casual chic clothing and accessories for women and children, and offers personal styling is an equally enticing destination for contemporary women’s clothing in downtown Napa.

1. SUNNY SIDE UP Handcrafted Krewe sunglasses add a pop of sophistication to any daytime look. Find these at Allison [in wine country] and Helen Lyall.

3. SILK & DENIM ASKK NY Jeans in a crop flare paired with a silk Sigal Lora blouse. Find it at Allison [in wine country].

Pink Haley cognac leather mule and soft bed Birkenstocks Find them at Helen Lyall and Sportago.

4. FLOWY DRESS Perfect for sunny wine-sipping days. Find it at Tay & Grace.

1. HYDRATION ON THE GO

Hydro Flask’s insulated stainless steel water bottle will keep you hydrated on the go. Find it at Sportago.

2. TRUCKER HAT

Protect yourself from the sun with this understated Patagonia hat featuring a brim made with Bureo’s fully traceable NetPlus® 100% recycled fishing nets. Find it at Sportago.

3. GET OUTFITTED

A 100% leather Missani Jacket is layered over an Au Noir button-up shirt paired with Alberto pants and a Georg Roth belt. Find them at Scott Lyall.

4. WARM LAYERS

Depending on the season, add a Patagonia vest or Nano Puffer jacket or Retro-XÒ fleece vest. Find them at Sportago.

5. HIP/FANNY PACK

Patagonia’s versatile Hip/ Fanny Pack can be worn around the waist or crossbody, allowing you to go hands free. Find it at Sportago.

6. TRAIL SHOES Saucony trail shoes are town and country appropriate. Find them at Sportago.

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GENTLEMAN SHOPS: Sportago has been outfitting Napa Valley locals and visitors with stylish and resilient outdoor clothing, footwear,

years. Also with four decades under its belt, Williamson & Company specializes in men’s wear, ranging from casual separates to formal suits

tuxedos.

NAPA STYLE BY THE LYALLS: The Helen Lyall and Scott Lyall Clothes for Men boutiques sit side-by-side in downtown Napa’s Riverfront district. Offering upscale fashions for women and men, respectively, you can style yourselves through the discerning lens of the stylish duo.

4. DANGLY DETAILS Blue topaz and sterling silver earrings. Find these at Helen Lyall and Tay & Grace.

3. CROSSBODY CATCH-ALL Hammitt Tony purse with an adjustable strap and easy-toaccess cellphone pocket. Find it at Allison [in wine country].

8. WELL HEELED Textured pythonprint leather Elizée Adriana heels made in Italy. Find it at Allison [in wine country].

7. A FABULOUS FROCK Black lapis print Ilysa dress by Misa with ruffle detail and asymmetric hem. Find it at Allison [in wine country].

6. BONUS BLING Gioia pearl and rhinestone cocktail ring. Find it at Helen Lyall.

5. WRAP IT UP Kinross cashmere wrap. Find it at Helen Lyall.

The DUER performance jean with a tapered leg in Heritage rinse also works well at night. Find it at Sportago.

HIS NIGHT

3. PUT YOUR BEST BOOT FORWARD With a lean profile and chisel toe, the comfortable Blundstone Model 062 Boot goes from the vineyard to dinner with ease. Find it at Sportago.

experiences, he designs personalized maps under his brand. The maps offer a keepsake

concierge Tom Jarman curate bespoke

memento detailing your favorite Napa Valley sights and experiences.

2. DENIM DONE RIGHT

1. DASHING DUDS Made in Italy, the Jack Victor tops an Au Noir shirt crafted from supersoft, light wool. The elegant black trouser by ALBERTO adds polish to the look. Find it at Scott Lyall Clothes for Men.

Beau Wine Tours

Add something extraordinary to a business event or corporate meeting. Beau Wine Tours is the premier choice for group wine tours in Napa Valley. Customized itineraries and topnotch executive transportation enhance a seamless, enjoyable exploration of wine country in style.

Beau Wine Tours’ passionate, well-connected experts go beyond scenery and wine to offer an in-depth look at the region’s rich history and unique microclimates. From an executive retreat for 10 to a corporate incentive program for 500, from wine seminars to team-building activities—expect a program that is meaningful, with excellent service to match.

(707) 257-0887

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Arrivals & Departures

How to get here, there, and everywhere when visiting Napa Valley

Napa Valley is conveniently located within an hour’s drive of three major metropolitan areas and international airports, yet it feels worlds away. Giving some thought to your transportation strategy ahead of time will ensure a smoother journey.

While Napa Valley’s five towns are all walkable, the valley is spread out and rideshare availability can be limited at night in more rural areas.

Whether you designate a driver, hire a professional car service, or lean into biking and public transportation, these are the options available.

BY AIR

Seven airports touch down near Napa Valley:

San Francisco International Airport (SFO): 58 miles (93 km)

San Francisco Bay Oakland

International Airport (OAK): 51 miles (82 km)

Sacramento International Airport (SMF): 63 miles (101 km)

San José Mineta International Airport (SJC): 83 miles (133 km)

Charles M. Schultz–Sonoma County Airport (STS): 45 miles (72 km)

Napa County Airport (APC): 7 miles (11 km)

Buchanan Field Airport–Contra Costa County (CCR): 32 miles (51 km)

*Distance to the Napa Valley Welcome Center

BY LAND

Road trippers can reach Napa Valley within one hour’s drive from San Francisco or Oakland, crossing the iconic Golden

Gate Bridge or Bay Bridge

Amtrak San Joaquins line trains connecting from the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Bakersfield stop in downtown Napa’s Soscol Gateway Transit Center. Wine Country Airporter operated by True Elegance Napa Limo Tours and Shuttle offers daily shuttle service from SFO. Pure Luxury Transportation and California Wine Tours and Transportation provide private services on a local scale upon arrival.

BY WATER

The San Francisco Bay Ferry travels to the Vallejo Ferry Terminal, a port located just 15 miles (24 km) from the Napa city limits. The Vallejo Transit Center offers public bus transportation service to Napa Valley on the Vine.

NAVIGATING NAPA VALLEY

Leave the driving to someone else by taking the trolley, shuttle, bus, and/or using full-service tour companies. The Napa Valley Wine Trolley offers group tours and private charters. Tour companies such as True Elegance, Pure Luxury Transportation, Destination Napa Valley, California Wine Tours and Transportation, Napa Valley Tours & Transportation, Perry’s Tours, and Beau Wine Tours are known for bespoke tours and pre-packaged experiences. Calistoga, St. Helena, and Yountville have free, on-demand shuttles in their downtowns. The fixed-route public bus system, Vine Transit, covers the entire valley. If using rideshare services like Uber and Lyft to visit wineries across the valley, consider reserving in advance, as availability can be sparse in the regions north of downtown Napa and in evenings.

TIMING IS EVERYTHING: Avoid crowded roads and rush-hour slowdowns by opting to travel early in the morning or later evening (after 7 p.m.) to ensure faster drive times.

Napa Valley Tours & Transportation

For a seamless way to explore all that Napa Valley has to offer, Napa Valley Tours & Transportation delivers first-class travel and impeccable service. Napa Valley Tours & Transportation offers a comprehensive fleet of well-appointed luxury vehicles as well as expert planners and professional drivers who will get you where you want to go in comfort and style. Experience Napa Valley’s world-class wineries and dining in style—Napa Valley Tours & Transportation specializes in curated wine tours and culinary adventures. Wedding services add a level of convenience to a special event with transportation for the wedding party and guests. The concierge team can plan customized corporate charters with high-level, personalized service for effortless group travel. Napa Valley Tours & Transportation ensures a smooth, sophisticated journey that exceeds your expectations.

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True Elegance

San Francisco International Airport

At San Francisco International Airport (SFO), your vacation starts the moment you reach the terminals. Shop for something special or pick up necessities. Grab a bite and savor local favorites. Unwind with gorgeous art and world-class museum exhibits, the SkyTerrace outdoor observation deck, and dedicated yoga rooms. SFO is served by more than 50 airlines for ease of travel.

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Pure Luxury Transportation

With more than 32 years in the industry, coupled with personal relationships with many wineries, Pure Luxury Transportation provides unparalleled service for every guest, every time. For groups of two to 200, a satisfaction-driven team will not only help you arrange the perfect private wine tour, but ensure that you get there safely and responsibly. With vehicle options ranging from a luxury sedan to a 56-passenger motorcoach, Pure Luxury promises a world-class tasting adventure in Napa Valley and a ride that’s nothing short of perfection.

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V. Sattui Winery

V. Sattui Winery is a storied Italian destination in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a vast portfolio of 90+ rated wines, each sold exclusively on property. With a newly renovated tasting room and world-class Italian market featuring more than 200 cheeses, housecured salumi, and artisanal foods made fresh daily in the winery kitchen, V. Sattui is a perfect place for an alfresco picnic with wine on the sprawling, shaded grounds.

Selected as one of the “Top Five Wedding Venues in the World” by Destination Weddings and Honeymoons, V. Sattui Winery is one of Napa Valley’s most romantic destinations. V. Sattui is known for hosting unforgettable parties—you won’t want to miss any of the winery’s epic annual events.

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ST. HELENA

“The Napa Valley Welcome Center is a true experience. It’s a one-of-a-kind place. And not just because of our monthly events and the products we sell in the Mercantile, but because we are passionate locals and we are here sharing what Napa Valley has to offer. Our curated merchandise includes locally sourced and locally made products, from handmade ceramics to recycled cork jewelry from Napa Valley artists. We also sell culinary products from Grove 45 Olive Oil and Clif Family Farm. This entire space was thoughtfully designed, from the lighting to the music to how people interact.

Adriana Varga, Napa Valley Welcome Center Mercantile Manager

Hospitality Starts Here

Make the high-tech, high-touch Napa Valley Welcome Center in downtown Napa your first stop for personalized service and local expert insights. Whether it’s your first time in town or your annual visit, the Napa Valley Welcome Center team can share hometown favorites and help create custom itineraries for a more curated experience. You can also pick up maps and shop locally sourced products in the Mercantile. Be sure to see the four additional regional welcome centers that offer visitor information in American Canyon, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga.

Information Central Hours subject to change

American Canyon Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center

3860 Broadway, Suite 103, American Canyon

Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Yountville Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center

6484 Washington Street, Suite F1, Yountville

Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Napa Valley Welcome Center

1300 1st Street, Suite 313, Napa Daily, 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

St. Helena Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center

1154 Main Street, St. Helena Daily, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Calistoga Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center

1457 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga Daily, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

PLUG IN: Free parking and electric vehicle charging stations are available at the Clay Street Garage, just around the corner from the Napa Valley Welcome Center.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley

Embark on a transformative Napa Valley wine country experience at Embassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley. Immerse yourself in unparalleled comfort in an alluring setting, located just minutes from downtown Napa, coveted vineyards, tasting rooms, restaurants, and shopping. Unwind amidst redwood scenery on the expansive south lawn, featuring a charming new gazebo and firepit ideal for intimate gatherings. As a forthcoming multi-phase renovation unfolds, guests can look forward to a beautiful new resort pool, state-of-the-art spa promoting wellness, and transformed event space—the perfect canvas for creating lasting memories. Reserve your ultimate escape today.

(707) 253-9540

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Boutique Inns 60

Luxury Resorts 64

Earth-Friendly Hotels 73

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Four Seasons Resort and Residences

Valley

Vine. Dine. Unwind. In the food and wine capital of North America, Four Seasons welcomes you to a one-of-a-kind wine country resort set within a world-class vineyard. Discover innovative and seasonal cuisine at Michelin-starred Auro, holistic spa rituals at Spa Talisa, and thoughtfully personalized Four Seasons service. Raise a glass to all the best things in life as you soak in magnificent views of Napa Valley from this Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star and Michelin Key resort.

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Accommodations for All

Find the perfect home away from home for your next Napa Valley sojourn.

Napa Valley hotels have perfected the art of hospitality, a credit to more than 150 years of experience. The region has a long lineage of hosting guests, and the world’s most respected luxury hotel brands have created resorts in spectacular settings that allow visitors to fully immerse themselves in the Napa Valley lifestyle.

With nearly 120 lodging properties spread across the valley, you can choose from exclusive five-star resorts, stylish boutique inns, major brand hotels, and vintage-inspired motels, and

opt to check-in to a room with vineyard, valley, mountain, river, or village views. When it comes to planning your stay, first determine what town you’d like to make your home base (see page 30). Then choose your preferred hotel style, setting, and rate range within that area. If you’re staying more than a few days, consider hotel hopping to experience different towns and types of accommodations. And if reducing your environmental footprint is a priority for you, narrow your search further to certified sustainable hotels.

ACCESSIBLE HOTELS

Top-rated* accessible accommodations catering to travelers with mobility and sensory disabilities

l Napa Winery Inn (Napa)

l The Meritage Resort and Spa (Napa)

l Archer Hotel Napa (Napa)

l River Terrace Inn (Napa)

l Napa Valley Lodge (Yountville)

l North Block (Yountville)

l Rancho Caymus Inn (Rutherford)

l Solage (Calistoga)

l Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort (Calistoga)

l UpValley Inn & Hot Springs (Calistoga)

*Source: TripAdvisor

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

Boutique Inns for the Win

Smaller boutique inns deliver big on charm, character, and personalized attention.

Downtown Napa offers several inviting residential-style stays promising peace and privacy. Savor made-to-order daily breakfasts and sumptuous afternoon wine hours at 1801 First Luxury Inn. Step back in time at The George, an elegant restored 19th-century mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Another Victorian charmer, The McClelland House, dates back to 1879 and is located in the historic Napa Abajo/Fuller Park residential district. Overlooking the Napa River, Milliken Creek Inn earned a Two-Key Michelin designation for its newly updated guest rooms and attentive, gracious service. Candlelight Inn is an adults-only hideaway set in a sprawling residence complete with a backyard swimming pool.

Just outside of Napa between Oak Knoll and Yountville, The Setting Inn is a modern farmhouse where rooms grant vineyard views. Perched on a hillside with sweeping vistas of the Stags Leap District, Poetry Inn is a five-star oasis steeped in tranquility. The awardwinning North Block in Yountville ups the luxury ante between the modern guest rooms, restaurant, and spa. Set in an 1885 Italianate St. Helena residence, The Ink House celebrates the legacy of the original owner, Theron H. Ink, a pioneering Napa Valley agriculturist. Occupying a landmark 1886 stone residence and evocative of a French countryside estate in Calistoga, The Francis House is steps away from town but feels worlds away.

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We welcome guests from all over the world and our small team ensures each guest we welcome becomes a part of our story. Our goal is to cultivate special memories for however short or long our guests stay. When they leave, they impart something that helps us understand what a perfect couple of days means to them. With every passing year, we are perfecting the skill of hospitality.

”

Dina Dwyer, proprietor, The Francis House

The Francis House

Poetry Inn

The George

The Setting Inn

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Candlelight Inn Napa Valley

Experience tranquility and romance near downtown Napa. Indulge in a freshly made three-course breakfast, relax by the beautiful outdoor pool, and enjoy concierge services. Select guest rooms feature a fireplace and Jacuzzi, perfect for a romantic getaway, honeymoon, or special celebration.

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Home2 Suites by Hilton American Canyon Napa Valley

Unwind in style at Home2 Suites by Hilton American Canyon Napa Valley, coming soon. Amenities will feature the Inspired Table free breakfast, an eco-friendly pool and spa, in-room kitchens, outdoor grilling areas, firepits, and comfortable studio suites. Accepting reservations beginning March 29, 2025.

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Bann at Oak Knoll Napa

Step into the enchanting world of Thai culture at Bann at Oak Knoll Napa. Designed by visionary chef and owner Lalita Souksamlane, the stunning retreat showcases beautiful Thai decor and offers a relaxing atmosphere. Journey through the four distinct regions of Thailand as you explore the inn’s elegant design and deluxe amenities, swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna. Enjoy welcome refreshments, a three-course breakfast, local wines, and lavish accommodations designed for ultimate comfort.

(707) 266-8229

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The Cottages of Napa Valley

Your own romantic hideaway in Napa Valley awaits. The Cottages of Napa Valley offers eight uniquely charming, private cottages in a peaceful storybook setting. Top-notch amenities, including Bouchon Bakery pastries delivered to your door in the morning, practically guarantees a relaxing time.

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must-see wineries. The newly transformed Napa Winery Inn features a renovated lobby

suites that blend comfort and take a dip in the outdoor pool, or unwind during nightly wine receptions.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Napa Valley while staying just minutes from downtown and the must-see wineries. The newly transformed Napa Winery Inn features a renovated lobby and guest rooms, including pet-friendly rooms and suites that blend comfort and sophistication. Start your day with complimentary breakfast, take a dip in the outdoor pool, or unwind during nightly wine receptions.

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Best Western Plus Inn at the Vines

Relish joyful amenities and modern comfort at the recently renovated Best Western Plus Inn at the Vines. Conveniently located near neighboring wineries and just 1.5 miles from downtown Napa, the friendly staff, spacious suites, and heated outdoor pool make for a welcoming atmosphere after a day of exploring vineyard landscapes.

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The custom-built SpringHill Suites by Marriott Napa Valley boasts 100 all-suite guest rooms and a wellappointed meeting space. With its convenient location (at Highways 12 and 29), it’s an ideal setting for a group function, corporate event, or special occasion.

(707) 253-1900

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The Lap of Luxury

World-class amenities, thoughtful service, and renowned culinary offerings are hallmarks of Napa Valley’s impressive collection of luxury resorts.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Auro Restaurant

Silverado Resort

Auberge du Soleil

FIVE-STAR STANDOUTS

Prestigious top-rated, award-winning properties

Of the many accolades and awards bestowed upon Napa Valley’s most luxurious hotels, the cream of the crop have earned both a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating and Michelin Key endorsements.

Auberge du Soleil

Meadowood Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Set amidst rolling vineyards in Napa, The Meritage Resort and Spa is a self-contained, Mission-style paradise with spacious suites, an entire village filled with tasting rooms, multiple restaurants and bars, swimming pools, and a luxurious wine cave spa. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection is a modern rustic resort on a historic ranch, where vineyards serve as a canvas for striking contemporary art, chefs source ingredients from the on-site farm, and every detail brings the outdoors in. On 300 picturesque acres, Silverado Resort is a renowned golf and wellness property surrounded by fairways and vineyards. Guests feel right at home luxuriating in the freestanding private cottages at Carneros Resort and Spa and toasting to days well spent in the Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar & Lounge.

Vintage House anchors the 22-acre Estate Yountville complex in the town center. Airy farmhouse-style sanctuaries, exquisite dining, upscale boutiques, indulgent spa treatments, and easy access to hot air balloon flights make Vintage House a Napa Valley wonderland. Nearby, Bardessono Hotel & Spa puts an eco-conscious spin on luxury with understated, earthy accommodations, field-to-fork dining, and a rooftop pool. Tucked in a private valley on 250 acres, Meadowood Napa Valley offers refined amenities including an educational wine center, tennis courts, and complimentary car service to downtown St. Helena and Yountville. Alila Napa Valley is a posh, adults-only retreat on the iconic Beringer Vineyards in St. Helena, where the renowned concierge team tailors exclusive destination experiences for guests.

Sophisticated Auberge du Soleil sets the stage for romantic escapes with sun-soaked residential-style rooms and suites, Michelin-starred dining, and a world-class spa. The sister property in Calistoga, Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection, puts a playful spin on luxury and living well—and boasts one of the valley’s largest swimming pools. Also along Silverado Trail in Calistoga, the estate-style Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley is set on a vineyard and curates bespoke luxury experiences. Its Michelin-starred Auro restaurant has become one of the most coveted dining reservations in Napa Valley (see page 123), and Elusa Winery pours an exquisite grape-to-glass tasting of the wines made on site.

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Andaz Napa

Andaz Napa is close to everything you want to see yet feels like a hidden boutique luxury retreat. Find yourself within walking distance to Oxbow Public Market, the Napa Valley Wine Train, and the entire downtown Napa scene, featuring wine culture and world-class dining. The rustic-chic decor of Andaz, featuring light-filled spaces, hardwood floors, and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs, is stylish and inviting. Mercantile Social & Terrace is the hotel’s outdoor oasis, complete with cozy firepits and cabanas for lounging in the evening. It’s perfect for enjoying craft beverages and cocktails and sampling the delicious farm-to-table menu of light bites.

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Meadowood Napa Valley

Delight in the natural beauty of Meadowood Napa Valley. Nestled among forested hillsides, lodge-style guest rooms and suites are thoughtfully appointed with fireplaces and private terraces. Featuring extensive fitness offerings including tennis courts and pools, an award-winning spa, and peaceful hiking trails, the resort is a haven for active guests and those seeking tranquility.

Elegantly relaxed, Forum restaurant’s cuisine draws inspiration from the region’s remarkable bounty. The Wine Center offers an immersion into the nuances of wines from Napa Valley and around the world with individual classes, weekend retreats, and year-round programs with notable vintners.

A member of Relais & Châteaux, Meadowood Napa Valley has earned two Five-Star awards from Forbes Travel Guide and was recognized as one of only 11 Michelin Three Key hotels in the United States

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Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort invites you to savor the simple pleasures of life—connecting with nature, engaging in playful pursuits, and making new memories with loved ones.

Centered around its historic grand mansion, Silverado Resort offers guests beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, vibrant dining venues, a luxury spa and fitness center, multiple pool options, nine tennis courts, three pickleball courts, and extensively reimagined meeting and event spaces.

A celebration of culinary craft and wine country culture, Silverado Resort hosts unique dining experiences that draw upon Napa’s rich bounty, highlighting ingredients sourced from local farmers, artisans, purveyors, and the resort chef’s own garden.

Experience Napa’s true nature at Silverado Resort.

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Historic grand mansion

Newly renovated event spaces

Napa Valley wine country perks

Two breathtaking golf courses

The Westin Verasa Napa

The Westin

Location really is everything. At the Oxbow District of downtown Napa, The Westin Verasa Napa is a coveted destination for leisure and business travelers alike. Set on the bank of the Napa River and across the street from the Napa Valley Wine Train, the hotel is a short stroll from the heart of the vibrant downtown retail and dining district, blocks from the famed Silverado Trail, and within walking distance of

Boasting 12,000 square feet of flexible event space and an array of unique settings to fit any occasion, including the light-strung outdoor Solera Courtyard, the Oval Lawn, and the elegant Amphora Ballroom, plus 180 guest rooms, including 90 one-bedroom suites and 19 two-bedroom suites, The Westin Verasa Napa can accommodate overnight groups, large and small, with varied experiences on site.

The Westin Verasa Napa provides guests an exceptional culinary experience in its award-winning restaurant, La Toque, led by Executive Chef Ken Frank. Chef Frank’s exquisite presentations and clean flavor profiles complement an extensive wine selection, earning recognition with the prestigious Wine

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Solera Courtyard

Poolside

Carneros Resort and Spa

Nestled on 28 acres and surrounded by rolling vineyards, Carneros Resort and Spa is a relaxed and luxurious retreat. Stylish, cottagestyle accommodations with amenities like alfresco showers and private gardens make for a memorable stay. Pamper yourself at the Spa at Carneros, lounge at the Hilltop Pool and soak in amazing views, and play a few rounds at the pickleball courts. The reimagined FARM restaurant highlights Italian-influenced farmhouse fare, while Boon Fly Café serves a legendary daily brunch menu. At POST, Carneros Resort’s new tasting room, a range of regional wines await. Enhanced programming includes private wine blending, apiary tours, movies by moonlight, and more.

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Earth-Friendly Hotels

Whether it’s using renewable energy, cultivating organic gardens, or sourcing local products, these sustainable stays give eco-conscious travelers a place to rest even easier.

DoubleTree by Hilton Napa Valley American Canyon is a Gold LEED-certified hotel that sources energy from rooftop solar panels. It also serves locally grown ingredients at the on-site restaurant and incorporates sustainable products in the spa. Nestled next to the hiking and biking trails of the Oxbow Preserve, Napa’s River Terrace Inn offers reusable water bottles with unlimited filtered water refills, EV charging stations, and eco-friendly lighting. Part of the Beyond Green sustainable hotel portfolio, Carneros Resort and Spa was built to seamlessly integrate the natural landscape of the region, create healthier environments, and reduce energy usage. Regenerative culinary gardens produce much of the organic produce for the food and beverage program.

One of the few Platinum LEED-certified hotels in the country, Bardessono’s

environmental commitments are reflected in every detail. An underground geothermal system heats and cools the guest rooms, spa, and the hot water supply. Discreetly placed rooftop solar panels supply electricity; wood used throughout the hotel was milled from salvaged trees; and all linens and cleaning supplies are organic. Mount View Hotel & Spa is driven by a vision to create exceptional experiences that inspire people to indulge while doing good in the world. With every stay, guests help keep fresh water flowing and provide critical access to clean water to communities in developing nations and around the world. To date, Auberge du Soleil and their guests have raised over $250,000 for the Napa Valley Vine Trail, providing a car-free, carbon-free way to enjoy Napa Valley.

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Spa Escapes

Hotels where wellness is top priority

A Calistoga staple since 1952, Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs was recently updated into a contemporary boutique hotel. Guests can enjoy soaking in the mineral pools, relaxing in the spa garden, and detoxifying in mud baths. Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection is home to the 20,000-square-foot Spa Solage where the awardwinning spa menu highlights detoxifying mud and mineral water therapies as well as classic massages and facials. Four on-site thermal geysers supply a constant stream of mineral water to Indian Springs Calistoga, which uses homegrown bounty and pure volcanic ash in all spa treatments. Spa Talisa at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley is a haven of zen tranquility with a spa garden whirlpool and outdoor misting decks.

Exclusive to Carneros Resort and Spa guests, the Spa at Carneros offers treatments that balance traditional modalities with innovative spa therapies. After getting pampered, take in the stunning scenery from the hilltop pool or cozy up by the fire. Also exclusive to resort guests, The Spa at Auberge du Soleil beckons with light-filled treatment rooms that open to valley views—the ideal setting to experience one of the specially designed couples

For a wellness-inspired itinerary, turn to page 140.

retreats at this adults-only getaway. Privacy is paramount at the award-winning spa at Meadowood Napa Valley, composed entirely of spa suites. Beyond body work and skincare, wellness rituals include sound therapy and mindfulness practices.

Serenity emanates from the subterranean Spa Terra at the Meritage Resort and Spa. Unwind in the wine cave treatment center and indulge in organic facials, wellness journeys, and healing therapies. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection has three wellness venues: Halehouse Spa offers fully integrated, personalized programs that incorporate nutrition, sleep, movement, and spa therapies; Springhouse is for restoration through sauna, steam, and salt therapy; and Fieldhouse is a movement studio for personal training, group fitness, and private yoga.

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Calistoga Spa Hot Springs

relaxation and

in the wellappointed guest rooms and four geothermal mineral pools, fitness center, and spa services. (707) 942-6269 calistogaspa.com

Calistoga, the crown jewel of Napa Valley, is home to Calistoga Spa Hot Springs. Find

rejuvenation

Spa at Meadowood Napa Valley

Solage Spa

Dr. Wilkinson’s

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Golden Haven

Hot Springs Spa & Resort

Family-owned and -operated for more than 40 years, Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa & Resort welcomes you to indulge in its pure onsite natural mineral waters. Reserve the Mud Bath Experience and enhance your relaxation with a massage—or indulge in an overnight spa getaway with a couples or friends package.

(707) 942-8000

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CALISTOGA

Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort

Discover a one-of-a-kind getaway in Calistoga. Tuscaninspired accommodations feature sumptuous linens and dual-sided fireplaces in select rooms. Experience the on-site spa, and begin and end your day by soaking in one of three geothermal pools that gradually heat and cool your body for a full immersion in the Calistoga wellness lifestyle.

(800) 404-4772

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Napa Valley Vintners

Sharpen your wine knowledge before heading to Napa Valley by exploring napavalley.wine. This resource from Napa Valley Vintners gives visitors an opportunity to learn about the region, winemakers, and wineries ahead of their visit. Learn about this iconic winemaking region, and get immersed in educational articles, videos, and information to inspire your wine knowledge.

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The Insider’s Wine Guide

Napa Valley wines are legendary for good reason. From complex Cabernet Sauvignons and rich Chardonnays to bright Sauvignon Blancs and lush Pinot Noirs, every bottle tells a story of terroir, artistry, and passion. There’s nothing like tasting at the source and meeting the talented individuals who pour their hearts and souls into the winemaking craft. With more than 400 wineries and tasting rooms open to the public and countless immersive touring and tasting experiences, every Napa Valley journey presents an opportunity to discover new favorites, deepen your knowledge, and tantalize your palate. Whether you’re a novice or connoisseur, a first-time visitor or longtime regular, this is the ultimate insider’s guide to all things vinous in Napa Valley.

Taste Like a Pro

Go inside Napa Valley wine with sommelier Amanda McCrossin.

Napa Valley expert Amanda McCrossin is a certified sommelier, podcast host, and social media star. She has a knack for demystifying wine and helping wine appreciators cultivate their palates. While working as wine director at PRESS Restaurant (home to the oldest, deepest collection of Napa Valley wines in the world), she started sharing her Napa Valley wine explorations on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Before long, she developed a big enough following to go out on her own and make storytelling and wine education her full-time profession. Here, she shares some of her expertise, insights, and advice for the wine-curious.

Q WHAT MAKES NAPA VALLEY SUCH AN EXCITING PLACE TO EXPLORE CALIFORNIA WINES?

A There really is no other region like it. It’s a relatively small area by contrast to other wine regions. What’s incredible is there are so many different microclimates, and 50% of the world’s soil types are within this 35-mile northto-south span. You’ve got a very rare, dry Mediterranean climate that only 1% of the entire world experiences, which means we have the ideal regionalconditions for growing wine grapes. On top of that, we’re a valley that sits between two mountain ranges, so you

have diversity within the valley floor and fruitful mountains. And then we have that added benefit of being close to major cities like San Francisco.

The region produces Cabernet Sauvignon better than almost any other place in the world, which is not easy to do. But Cabernet isn’t the only champion grape here…the fact that you can grow grapes like Riesling and Chardonnay in the same place where you grow Cabernet is really unique.

The people are also what makes Napa Valley so special because we’re not all born-and-raised grape-growers. People come from all over the world and either find the wine bug early and want to root their lives in Napa Valley, or visit and really fall in love with the place. And so it becomes an interesting breeding ground of human beings who all come together for wine, but come from very different backgrounds.

Q HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR UNIQUE APPROACH TO WINE?

A I didn’t come from a wine drinking household, so for me, wine always felt very foreign. My approach today is really uncovering how and why we enjoy it. I’m always cognizant of the fact that you don’t have to spend a ton of money to

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“Even though the cachet of Napa Valley is big, this is a small town. It’s a community filled with friendly people who want to help and want you to have a great time.

have a great bottle of wine or to enjoy wine. It depends on the night, right? You’re not going to drink your fanciest bottle on a Tuesday night with pizza. So you have something that feels a little more low-key, like Zinfandel. And then on Saturday night, when you feel a little fancier, maybe then you break open something really special. Pay attention to what you’re drinking, what your mood is, what you’re going to be doing that night. That all plays such a big role in wine. Every bottle is not created equal.

Q HOW DO YOU NAVIGATE HIGHEND VERSUS MORE ACCESSIBLE PRICE POINT WINES?

A Napa Valley isn’t just Cabernet Sauvignon—it is certainly the most expensive grape and the most established wine we make, but a lot of the wineries make other varietals, like Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel, that are more affordable and approachable. They often also make second and third labels. So maybe if you can’t afford their premium label, you can try something that comes from a vineyard that has slightly younger vines or is made in a way that doesn’t necessarily need to be aged. There’s a ton of boutique producers— 95% of Napa Valley wineries are family-owned—and there’s also a lot of large producers. Within both of those categories, you can find really great value if you look at the wide breadth of what they’re making, because a lot of these people make wines that they want to drink now. If you find a winery that

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you really love, research who’s involved in that project. Because a lot of times those winemakers or even assistant winemakers have their own labels, and they often get access to fruit that’s not that dissimilar from what they’re working with in their day jobs.

HOW DO YOU DETERMINE WHEN IT’S WORTH THE SPLURGE?

A The best-quality wines are going to be the ones that are super specific. I tend to spend my money on wines that are single vineyard, single site. Obviously we want to see “Napa Valley” on the label, but the more specific that you see a wine, the more high quality it’s likely to be because the wineries and the winemakers want to showcase the best of what they have and they don’t want to blend it with other

things. If you’re thinking about splurging on a bottle, my advice is to look for as specific a place as you possibly can, and often that’s going to be a single vineyard or even a single block within a vineyard.

Q WHAT NON-WINE-RELATED ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR VISITORS TO ENHANCE THEIR EXPERIENCE IN NAPA VALLEY?

A If you’re out somewhere, if you’re sitting at a bar, even if you’re waiting for coffee, just strike up a conversation. You never know who you’re going to meet, and you never know where that’s going to lead. People are super friendly, generous, and hospitable in Napa Valley. I’ve had some of the most incredible experiences just because I was sitting at a bar, having a conversation with someone that I thought was a stranger, who ended up becoming a friend. Even though the cachet of Napa Valley is big, this is a small town. It’s a community filled with friendly people who want to help and want you to have a great time.

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wine world was stunned when not one, but two California wines came out on top of the French wines in the Judgment of Paris blind tasting competition:

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay and a 1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon. The endorsements put Napa Valley on the map for wine enthusiasts and confirmed the region’s potential to produce world-class wines.

Amizetta Estate Winery

Learn the Lingo

Amanda McCrossin explains a few of the most common wine terms.

Tannin

“Tannin is more of a texture and a feeling than a taste. It’s that dry, astringent feeling in your mouth. Tannin comes from the skins and the seeds of grapes, and certain grapes have more tannin and certain grapes have less tannin. For example, Cabernet Sauvignon is what’s known as a high-tannin grape versus Pinot Noir, which is known as a low-tannin grape.”

Malolactic Fermentation

“This is the natural conversion of harsh green-apple malic acid converted to lactic acid. It happens in almost every red wine, but it is more prominent in Chardonnay, where malic acid converts to lactic acid and gives us that buttery feel. If you’re not someone who loves a buttery Chardonnay, then you should avoid wines that go through malolactic fermentation. Sauvignon Blanc usually doesn’t go through it, Pinot Grigio usually doesn’t go through it. Winemakers make no ‘ML’ Chardonnay as well.”

Dry

“The word dry means free from residual sugar. Most of the wines you’re drinking in Napa Valley are dry, meaning all of the sugar has been converted to alcohol by way of yeast. Dry and tannic often get confused.”

A Perfect Napa Valley Day

Amanda McCrossin’s recipe for a wine-infused day well spent in Napa Valley

MORNING

Start with a hot air balloon ride! Those take off in Yountville very early in the morning, but it’s totally worth it. You get the best perspective of the valley: a bird’s-eye view of the patchwork quilt of all the different microclimates and AVAs. It gives a really good overview and understanding of how things are laid out. After that, head to St. Helena to grab a coffee and a doughnut at Station. It’s where you’re going to rub elbows with winemakers and the people who live in St. Helena, and it’s one of my favorite places to get coffee.

AFTERNOON

Go wine tasting somewhere small and boutique. One of my favorites is Frog’s Leap Winery in Rutherford. They do an amazing job of keeping it low-key and very accessible. The wines have been organically farmed since the early ‘90s. They also have a garden on-site, they serve cheese, and it’s a wonderful experience. Then go to lunch at The Charter Oak; order one of the salads and

the vegetables from their farm with the veggie dip. After that, head to another winery, something on the higher-end side, like Rudd in Oakville, which is a family-owned property and one of the most prestigious sites in Napa Valley. If there’s time, check out the western side of Oakville and go to Opus One Winery, which offers an incredible experience as well and is world-famous.

EVENING

Do dinner at Charlie’s in St. Helena. It has a great local vibe, but you’ll feel super welcome as a tourist. And the food absolutely does not disappoint. Chef Elliot Bell makes some of the best fried chicken in the valley. Then you have to go see a movie at the Cameo Cinema in St. Helena. It’s the oldest continuously run single-screen theater in the country. Francis Ford Coppola screens his films there, and they show everything from arthouse cinema to big feature films. They do popcorn with real butter, and yes, of course you can get a great glass of wine as well!

St. Helena

The Charter Oak

Wineries Where Sustainability Comes

First

Protecting and preserving the environment is second nature to Napa Valley’s wine industry.

Spottswoode Estate

Clif Family Winery

Grgich Hills Estate

Collectively, Napa Valley winemakers and grape growers lead the way in sustainable winemaking practices. The shared commitment to minimizing resource impacts, regenerating the environment, and producing clean, quality wines is reflected in the impressive volume of Napa Green Certified wineries and vineyards. Nearly 100 wineries have earned the Napa Green winery third-party certification, meeting more than 120 sustainability standards. The Napa Green Vineyard program is the first sustainable winegrowing certification focused specifically on climate action; regenerative farming; and social equity, justice, and inclusion.

Green Wine Labels

There are many ways a winery can show a commitment to being green.

A SAMPLING OF WINERIES THAT WALK THE GREEN TALK:

Nature’s Vineyard Workers

Napa Valley wineries and grape growers lead the pack in sustainable winemaking— with a little help from the animal kingdom.

Naturally, Mother Nature plays an instrumental role in green winemaking. Many vineyards use Authentic Abatement falconry services to eliminate invasive bird species and rodents. Barn owls also protect vines from rodents and other critters— some 300 owl nest boxes are perched around the valley to help facilitate rodenticide. Bees help foster a healthier ecosystem, too, which is why Honig Vineyard & Winery, Stanly Ranch, and Fantesca Estate & Winery have implemented robust bee cultivation programs. Sheep and goats naturally manage cover crops at wineries such as Cliff Lede Vineyards, Tres Sabores, and Stags’ Leap Winery

Organic: It’s either made from organically grown grapes without the use of added sulfites, or made from certified organic grapes.

Biodynamic: Similar to organic wines, biodynamic wines avoid synthetic chemicals during winemaking. They view the

vineyard as an entire ecosystem, producing lowintervention wines made with minimal manipulation and additives.

Demeter Certification: Part of a global organization dating back to 1928, Demeter is the official certification grantor for biodynamic farms.

• Spottswoode Estate was the first winery to start farming their estate vineyard organically in 1985. They made history again as the first Napa Valley winery to become B Corporation Certified. The family-owned winery keeps paving the way, achieving the Regenerative Organic Certification focused on soil health and animal, worker, and farmer welfare.

• Clif Family Winery’s ecological footprint is reduced by farming 90 acres of organic vineyards and five acres of vegetable gardens, fruit orchards, and olive groves. Green business practices including renewable energy and reusable, recyclable, and compostable packaging helped it achieve B Corporation Certification in 2023.

• Tres Sabores has been equally dedicated to organic farming for

SIP Certified: Standing for “Sustainable in Practice” this certification looks at the three pillars of people, planet, and prosperity.

Napa Green: With separate designations for wineries and vineyards, Napa Green signs indicate a commitment to a vast range of sustainability practices.

the past quarter of a century. The estate’s thriving biodiversity is on full display between the vineyards, orchards, and hillsides dotted with grazing sheep.

• A 2024 Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism winner for sustainable wine tourism practices, Grgich Hills Estate first made the transition to organic and biodynamic farming and then attained Regenerative Organic Certification. Grgich was awarded this honor and became one of only a handful of wineries in the world to hold this certification. They employ groundbreaking sustainable practices to be stewards of the land and community in a way that not only respects the earth, but also works to revitalize and heal it.

• Covert Estate goes the extra mile as a member of 1% for the Planet, giving 1% of annual sales from sustainably produced wines to vetted environmental partners.

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Poetry of the Land

From the iconic valley floor to the heights of Howell Mountain, every Napa Valley AVA has a story to tell.

As California’s first designated American Viticultural Area (AVA), Napa Valley is a special place when it comes to grape growing and winemaking. This is due, in large part, to the 16 designated appellations—each with its own terroir, climate, and character that are etched into the very essence of the wine itself.

These designations are like a map of the wine’s soul, unveiling the secrets of a region’s winemaking artistry. The Los Carneros AVA, for instance, is renowned for its cool climate, creating Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs that dance on the palate with elegance and brightness. Howell Mountain AVA is nestled at elevations above 1,400 feet and produces bold wines. Here, grapes endure warmer temperatures and longer sun exposure, resulting in rich, luscious reds. The vines of Mount Veeder AVA challenge gravity, clinging to rocky soils and absorbing sunlight that adds complexity to Chardonnays and Bordeaux blends.

On the valley floor, you’ll find another collection of stories. In these AVAs, like Stags Leap District, Rutherford, and Oakville, the gentle slopes and fertile soils create wines that embody the essence of Napa Valley, with a perfect balance of fruit, acidity, and refinement.

With each Napa Valley AVA, a new chapter unfolds—a tale of passion, heritage, and the dance between earth and vine. Embrace the nuances and heart in every bottle, and let Napa Valley AVAs be your guide to a wine journey unlike any other.

From Grape to Glass

Only the best grapes end up in your glass. Here’s how it happens:

1. Winter pruning

After harvest, vineyard workers train vines to grow a certain way, allowing for precision and timing at harvest.

2. Bud break and flowering

Over a two-month period, the first buds emerge. After a month, tight bunches of flowers dot the vines; each can form a grape berry.

3. Fruit set

The now-pollinated flowers drop their petals, and a tiny green grape emerges at the end of each stem. Bunches take shape and the fruit ripens, thanks to the remarkable climate.

4. Canopy management and crop thinning

Leaf removal and shoot thinning helps to ensure shade, sunlight, and air flow for grape clusters before crop thinning—the

“green harvesting” of unripe or imperfect fruit.

5. Veraison

All grapes begin green, but now they reveal variety characteristics. This color-changing period is called “veraison.”

6. Harvest

After grapes have been tasted and tested for sugar levels (“brix”), it’s time to harvest. Usually, grapes are hand-picked at night or early morning when cooler temps help stabilize sugar levels and ensure fresh fruit aroma.

7. Crush Harvested grapes are sorted, destemmed, and pressed before being sent to an appropriate vessel.

8. Fermentation

Yeast is typically added to initiate the fermentation process. When fermentation is

complete, the wine is transferred to a barrel, cement egg, amphora, or stainless steel tank to age and develop.

9. Aging

A variety of receptacles are used to impart character that will develop over time.

Everything from stainless steel tanks to American, French, or Hungarian oak barrels are used to properly develop the wine profile.

10. Bottling

When wine has aged completely to the winemaker’s preferences, it’s time to bottle. Once in the bottle, wine may be allowed to age for a few months or several years.

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Plan Like a Pro

Follow these five tips to maximize the pleasure of your wine-tasting experience.

1 Make a Reservation Tasting rooms can require reservations, so it’s best to research in advance and secure bookings at the wineries that top your wish list.

2 Map it Out Even though Napa Valley is a relatively small area, it can take a while to travel between destinations. Group your tastings geographically and investigate your route in advance to allow enough time to get around.

3 Dress for Success No matter the season, wine tasting rooms are temperature controlled; if you’re going

behind the scenes, wine caves and production facilities might be too cool for comfort. Bring a layer and wear sensible shoes for uneven paths and unpaved areas.

4 Fuel Up and Hydrate Breakfast is the most important meal of the day—you don’t want to taste on an empty stomach. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, pack snacks, and have a hearty lunch.

5 Give Gratuities Tip your tasting ambassadors and wine attendants like you would at a bar or restaurant.

AVAS ACCORDING TO AMANDA

Amanda McCrossin explains the significance of vineyard designations, otherwise known as “AVAs.”

“Microclimates tell a story. If you were to drive from Carneros all the way up to Calistoga in the late morning, you could have 10- to 20-degree temperature shifts just within that hour-long drive. That has everything to do with how the San Pablo Bay is moderating the valley and how the winds are coming through. For that reason, you have very different variations of wine. A Cabernet from Calistoga versus a Cabernet from Coombsville should taste very different; they should taste like the place that they come from. When you’re tasting different wines from different sites in Napa Valley, make sure you’re asking: What should

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I be tasting here? What’s special about Calistoga? What’s special about Coombsville? For example, Calistoga tends to be the warmest of our AVAs; it tends to have Cabernets that have the softest structure, very plushy, but also very ripe flavors. Coombsville is a little cooler. It’s closer to the San Pablo Bay, which means the wines are going to have great intensity because they get a long growing season, but they also have slightly more lift. They have more freshness because the acids are a little higher. There are two very different interpretations, and it’s fun if you can taste those side by side. A lot of people think of Napa Valley Cabernet as one sort of blanket thing, when in reality, there are many different variations of it.”

Tasting Tips for Novices

New to wine tasting? Follow these do’s and don’ts according to our pro, Amanda McCrossin.

DON’T WEAR PERFUME. “It really affects how you’re going to smell things, but also how others around you are going to smell things—80% of what we’re tasting is actually what we’re smelling.”

HYDRATE, BUT TAKE A FEW SWALLOWS BEFORE YOU SIP. “One of the biggest mistakes I see people make is taking a sip of water right before they take a sip of wine. Our mouths are always trying to achieve this level of neutrality, and the way that we do that is through salivation. So when you take a sip of water, your palate, which has its own natural pH, is going to try to reset immediately through salivation. And if you try to take a sip of wine right on top of that, your palate’s going to be in this weird flux state where the wine that you’re tasting directly after is going to taste either too acidic or too base.”

GET YOUR NOSE INTO IT

“Don’t be afraid to really get your nose in the glass. The middle of the bridge of your nose should kind of rest against the far brim of the glass. Move your head around a lot, side to side, up and down. We smell in a cross direction because you’re going to find lots of different aromatics across the surface of the liquid. And we all have a dominant nostril, so you’ll notice

when you’re smelling side to side that one nostril picks up aromas a little bit better than the other.”

TASTE IN THREE SIPS. “That first sip is a primer sip, your palate resetting. The second sip is when you start to taste exactly what’s going on in the glass. And the third is a confirmation: ‘Do I like this, do I not like this?’”

DON’T BE AFRAID TO SPIT. “It’s totally fine to not like the wine or to want to pace yourself. We don’t have to like everything that we taste. Never be afraid to spit. That’s the biggest mistake that I see in tasting rooms, people thinking that they have to consume everything that’s put in front of them.”

NOTICE HOW THE WINE MAKES YOU FEEL BEYOND FLAVORS. “I try to think about how does this wine make me feel? Does it make me see a color? Does it make me think of a song? Does it give a certain mood? Oftentimes feelings can be more sticky memories that we create, more so than trying to figure out if it’s notes of blackberry or cherry or eucalyptus. All of those things are definitely going to be on the tasting notes and someone can guide you. But there’s nothing stickier than a memory that you can come up with yourself and that you can call back on.”

Memorable Ways to Wine

Expect the unexpected with these guided tasting experiences and delightful pairings.

CHOOSE YOUR CHARIOT

Channel the golden, glamorous age of rail travel aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train on a half-day, full-day, or evening excursion in the impeccably restored 1915 Pullman rail cars. Napa Valley Wine Trolley offers two fixed route tours in refurbished San Francisco cable cars. Travel in chauffeured black car style with Pure Luxury Transportation; book a guided tour from the existing menu or let the team of local experts customize a day based on your interests. Laces and Limos leads private wine and food safaris via electric tuktuk, traveling back roads and getting off the beaten path.

ADD ADVENTURE

Work up an appetite exploring local trails under the guidance of Active Wine Adventures and be rewarded with a post-hike lunch and leisurely wine tasting. Pedal from vineyard to vineyard on half-day and full-day guided e-bike adventures with Napa Valley Bike Tours

Take an off-road ATV vineyard tour of Hess Persson Estates followed by a wine and cheese tasting. Channel your inner cowboy/cowgirl on a horseback ride through Shadybrook Estate Winery led by Napa Valley Trail Rides; after putting the reins away, savor a tasting paired with an appetizer platter.

BITES INCLUDED

Priest Ranch serves up a Bacon & Wine Experience pairing savory pork belly bites with limited-production wines. Odette Estate Winery matches gourmet potato chips with the Adaptation Tasting Experience. It’s chips and caviar dips on the menu at Domaine Carneros when you book the Ultimate Chips & Dip experience. Artesa Winery also offers a decadent wine and caviar pairing. For something on the sweeter side, Chateau Buena Vista’s downtown Napa tasting room treats chocolate lovers to an educational Cabernet Sauvignon and Earth & Sky Chocolates tasting—a match made in dessert-lover’s heaven.

Urban Tasting Rooms Rock

Where to taste in town

An increasing number of tasting rooms have opened throughout downtown Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga. There are many perks to sampling wines and sharing bottles in urban tasting rooms—including not needing to get in a vehicle!

DOWNTOWN NAPA

Arch & Tower

Chateau Buena Vista

JaM Cellars

John Anthony Wine & Spirits

WALT Wines

YOUNTVILLE

Handwritten Wines

Hill Family Estate Tasting Room

JCB Yountville

Jessup Cellars

Priest Ranch

ST. HELENA

Clif Family Winery

Ink Grade

JCB St. Helena

Macauley Vineyard

Orin Swift Cellars

CALISTOGA

Calistoga Depot

CAMi Vineyards

Olabisi Wine

Picayune Cellars

Tank Garage Winery

Hess Persson Estates ATV Tour

Orin Swift Cellars

TASTINGS $50 & UNDER

Affordable wine tastings abound

In Calistoga, Tank Garage Winery offers a signature tasting flight ($30) of four vintages in the 1930s gasstation-turned-winery. Neighboring LOLA pours five smooth, low-intervention wines in the standard tasting ($35); for an additional $30, add the Cortez Conservas supplemental pairing of the winemaker’s bottarga and mojama served with accompaniments. Step back in time at Napa’s oldest continuously operating vineyards, Beringer Vineyards; the Legacy Cave Tour ($35) includes a guided tour of the historic wine-aging tunnels and a tasting of three wines. Clif Family Winery’s Seasonal Wine Tasting ($50) features wines paired with culinary bites crafted from the Clif Family’s organic farm. The Taste of Martini ($45) is the perfect introduction to six of the most popular

wines at Louis M. Martini, a Napa Valley classic. A hidden Rutherford gem set in a historic 1872 brick post office, Elizabeth Spencer Winery pours a Signature Flight ($50). Producing just 3,000 cases a year, Hope & Grace Wines specializes in single-vineyard vintages, which can be sampled in the Classic Wine Tasting ($40). In downtown Napa, Compline Wine Shop is the perfect spot to dive into a curated Wine Without Borders ($39) flight led by a sommelier—all set to great music.

10 Family-Friendly Wineries

Many wineries offer family-friendly opportunities with the caveat that booking earlier in the day is recommended for a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere.

1 Straight out of a fairytale, Castello di Amorosa is a kid-pleaser with a picturesque castle and mini animal kingdom.

2 Cakebread Cellars offers a 10:00 a.m. Family Tasting; adults sample four wines and the kids can listen in while having a walking tour of the gorgeous winery grounds—with the possibility of spotting the winery’s falcon in action.

3 While the parents are tasting at Frog’s Leap Winery, kids can color alongside them or enjoy a movie using the free WiFi.

4 Honig Vineyard & Winery offers two family-friendly picnic seatings daily with a special juice and a snack for the kids.

5 Bring big and little farm enthusiasts to Oasis by Hoopes Vineyard, a regenerative farm, garden, and rescue animal sanctuary near Yountville where outdoor tables can be booked by the hour.

6 The expansive grounds and flexible tasting options at Laird Family Estate make it easy to enjoy a tasting with the family, be it on the front patio overlooking the valley, on the paved patio over the production facilities, or picnicking on the lawn.

7 Raymond Vineyards’ Theater of Nature experience is perfect for a family education on biodynamic farming.

8 Tres Sabores is all about picnics and interacting with the farm animals, including the vineyard dogs, on the property.

9 Children ages 12 and older are welcome at Inglenook, where adventures include exploring the chateau and caves and sailing wooden boats in the fountain.

10 V. Sattui Winery offers the perfect setting for parents, kids, and dogs across two acres of picnic grounds; kids can run around and get their wiggles out before heading off to their next Napa Valley adventure.

Clif Family Winery

Castello di Amorosa

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IN THE BASKET

Stop by these purveyors for the ultimate DIY picnic.

Oakville Grocery

Made-to-order sandwiches, pizza, and other gourmet delights

Oxbow Public Market

A variety of food vendors in downtown Napa

V. Sattui Winery

Artisan Deli & Marketplace

Charcuterie, artisan cheese, and more (Bonus: picnic on-site!)

Deuces Market

Healthy, organic provisions in the First Street Napa promenade

Jeffries General

High-quality snacks and staple items

Calistoga Depot

Fresh-made sandwiches, salads, and desserts

Picnic Reimagined

With picture-perfect weather nearly year round, a plethora of gourmet foods, and world-class wine to pair with it, Napa Valley wineries provide an idyllic setting for an elevated picnic.

Several wineries provide attractive picnic spots, and some even sell the necessary provisions. Others invite you to bring your own picnic spread— as long as you purchase a bottle or two of their wine to taste. It’s always recommended to check with wineries in advance before bringing your own picnic supplies—wineries must follow strict regulations and laws, and many do not have permits allowing outside food on the premises.

• For Laird Family Estate’s Bottle & Blanket tasting, you bring your own food and stop by the tasting room for a picnic blanket and a bottle of wine. If you prefer a picnic table, you’re welcome to bring outside food to enjoy alongside your wine-tasting experience or if purchasing a bottle or two.

• Make a reservation for a tasting at Frank Family Vineyards, bring your

picnic lunch, and enjoy bottle service under centuries-old elm trees at one of the oldest wineries in Calistoga.

• Make a picnic table reservation well in advance at Rombauer Vineyards to guarantee your prime outdoor spot. Wines are served by the glass, by the bottle, or a full tasting flight.

• When you reserve the Estate Picnic Experience at Black Stallion Estate Winery, wines are selected upon arrival and you’re provided with a picnic table, cold bottled water, take-away glasses, and a wine opener.

• The Oak Grove picnic area at Rutherford Hill Winery is a longtime favorite for the sweeping views of Napa Valley. Reserve a picnic table beforehand for $30 per person, then purchase wine bottles in the winery.

HIGHER EDUCATION: CIA at Copia hosts classes, such as “History of Napa Valley in 8 Glasses.” Napa Valley Wine Academy offers a diverse slate of courses, from the beginner 101 basics to WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification programs. Castello di Amorosa offers private educational tasting seminars for groups by appointment.

Cocktail Crush

Wine might be the darling of Napa Valley’s libations scene, but creative spirits offer enticing alternatives when cocktails are calling.

In downtown Napa, ArBARetum is Napa Valley Distillery’s craft cocktail bar and kitchen known for eyecatching, photogenic concoctions made with locally produced spirits. Upscale newcomer Chispa Bar quickly became a local favorite for tequila-driven cocktails. The historic Napa Mill along the Napa River is home to The Fink, a nautical-themed neighborhood bar pouring classic cocktails with a twist. Also along the river, Wilfred’s Lounge is a tiki bar serving island-inspired cocktails and aloha attitude— with a food menu to match.

Accessed through a kitchen and elevator, The Haven Cocktail Lounge is a speakeasy-style lounge on the second floor of CIA at Copia. It’s all about the view from the top when raising a

glass at Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar at the Archer Hotel. (Hit the Reverse Happy Hour Sunday through Thursday 8–10 p.m. for the best value!)

A traditional steakhouse, Cole’s Chop House shakes up martinis and stirs Old Fashioneds like nobody’s business.

At St. Helena’s Goose & Gander, mixologists ask you to name your favorite spirit then make an artful drink tailored just for you. The Charter Oak bar program is driven by the same farm-to-fork ethos that goes into the Michelin-rated cuisine. If you’re with a larger party of four to six people, try one of the large format pitchers. Picobar at Solage in Calistoga complements the modern Mexican food menu with agave-based cocktails and frescas—enjoyed overlooking the expansive pool, it’s vacation in a glass!

Chispa Bar

Goose & Gander

Picobar at Solage, an Auberge Resort

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YOUNTVILLE

The Kitchen at Priest Ranch

Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, The Kitchen at Priest Ranch invites you to savor the extraordinary. This culinary gem offers Yountville’s only rooftop dining, where locally sourced ingredients meet world-class wines. Executive chef Dan Solomon crafts innovative dishes that feature seasonal specials highlighting the land’s bounty, perfectly paired with Priest Ranch’s expressive wines. Whether a casual lunch or breakfast all day, every bite and sip tells a story of the Priest Ranch’s commitment to quality and creativity. Visit The Kitchen at Priest Ranch and discover a taste of Napa Valley, where food, wine, and hospitality come together perfectly.

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ST. HELENA

Somerston Estate

Escape to one of Napa Valley’s true hidden gems. Your experience includes exploring the 1,682-acre estate and its unique terrain and microclimates, followed by an executive chef-curated tasting paired with a portfolio of luxury Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignons, and library finds, savored while you gaze at panoramic views of Somerston Estate vineyards.

(707) 967-8414

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Discover the adventurous wines of Priest Ranch. Visit the welcoming tasting room in Yountville and explore bold, fruit-forward wines and unique culinary experiences such as the Bacon & Wine Experience or Taste the Terroir. Join Priest Ranch for an unforgettable journey blending tradition and innovation in the heart of Napa Valley.

(707) 944-8200 priestranchwines.com

ST. HELENA

Louis M. Martini Winery

Louis M. Martini Winery is a cornerstone of Napa Valley, offering an internationally acclaimed portfolio of Cabernet Sauvignon. Since 1933, the Martini family has played an integral role in establishing Napa Valley as one of the world’s premier wine regions, with each successive generation helping to set new standards in the vineyard and cellar. Take a peek into the history of Martini with the new exclusive Underground Cellar Experience. Descend into a beautifully adorned 85-year-old barrel cellar that pays tribute to the Martini family’s old-world heritage and learn about the history of the winery. The Experience also features revered small-lot releases and library wines paired with inspired culinary creations from Chef Aaron Meneghelli.

(707) 968-3362

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YOUNTVILLE

Cliff Lede Vineyards

Cliff Lede Vineyards is a family-owned and -operated winery in the famed Stags Leap District. The winery’s Poetry and Rhythm wines are the highest expressions of this unique property, known for its focus on Cabernet Sauvignon. For more than 20 years, Cliff Lede Vineyards has prioritized crafting wines of extraordinary quality with authenticity and sustainability in mind.

(707) 944-8642

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OAKVILLE

Oakville Grocery & Oakville Wine Merchant

California’s longest continuously operating grocery store has been a Napa Valley institution since 1881. Pick up fresh, local organic foods at Oakville Grocery, perfect for a wine country picnic. While you’re there, stop by Oakville Wine Merchant to taste more than 60 distinctive wines by the glass in a comfortable lounge setting.

(707) 944-8802

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NAPA

Trefethen Family Vineyards

One of Napa Valley’s pioneering wineries, Trefethen Family Vineyards crafts distinguished estate-grown wines that express the unique spirit of the land, vines, and people. The dedication of the Trefethen family is manifest in every aspect of their operation, from the soil to the table, including sustainable farming, thoughtful winemaking, and gracious hospitality.

Savor world-class wines and indulge in an exquisite culinary experience featuring estate-sourced ingredients to create the perfect pairing. Whether it’s a tour through the vineyards or a guided tasting in the historic winery, each moment is crafted to make a lasting impression.

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Taste the estate experience

Vineyard tour and tasting

St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery

St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery is one of the few Napa Valley wineries that boasts 100% estate-grown, produced, and bottled wines. The estate’s 1,600-plus acres and the winery facilities are home to a certified Napa Green Vineyard and Winery, respectively. The Winemaker’s Selection experience, featuring a flight of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon hand-selected by the winemaker, allows guests to taste through the terroir of the famed Napa Valley Rutherford and Dollarhide Estate Vineyards. The Five Bordeaux Varietals explores the five classic red Bordeaux varietals—Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Each wine is accompanied by a seasonally inspired cheese pairing. (Reservations are required Friday – Sunday and for educational wine and food pairings. Walk-in guests are welcome Monday – Thursday, based on availability.)

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NAPA

Stags’ Leap Winery

Escape to another time and place at Stags’ Leap Winery. Discover incredible views of the Stags Leap Palisades from the 19th-century stone winery, and enjoy awardwinning wines, including the Ne Cede Malis Petite Sirah and opulent Cabernet Sauvignon. Reservations are required.

(707) 257-5790

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As a family-owned and -run winery, Grgich Hills Estate has been committed to making wines of the highest quality and consistency since 1977. The winery’s five estate vineyards are Regenerative Organic Certified and produce wines with an unmatched expression of terroir. Book an experience or visit the tasting room. Open daily.

(707) 963-2784

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ST. HELENA Raymond Vineyards

Celebrating 50 years as a Napa Valley icon, Raymond Vineyards is a dynamic destination dedicated to inspiring guests’ passion for fine wine in an environment of exploration, creativity, and elegant whimsicality. Discover the Theater of Nature illustrating organic and biodynamic farming, explore the Crystal Cellar, savor decadent wines in The Red Room, or take part in a handson wine blending experience. (707) 963-3141

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ST. HELENA/YOUNTVILLE

ST. HELENA & YOUNTVILLE

Indulge in the decadent Jean-Charles Boisset. The innovative collection of storytelling wines, jewelry, fragrances, and the JCB Passion Collection by Baccarat

Indulge in the decadent lifestyle that is JCB by Jean-Charles Boisset. The innovative collection of storytelling wines, jewelry, fragrances, and the JCB Passion Collection by Baccarat can be savored in Yountville and St. Helena. Dream with JCB while exploring a new way to experience taste and style.

(707) 934-8237

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NAPA Chateau Buena Vista

Buena Vista Winery was founded in 1857, with vineyards spanning from Sonoma to Napa Valley. Today, Chateau Buena Vista has a permanent home in Napa Valley, with a tasting room in the historic 1929 Gordon Building in downtown Napa. Here guests can savor the delectable pairing of Champagne with JCB Caviar and Buena Vista Cabernet with chocolates from Earth & Sky for an extravagant experience. (707) 703-5677 buenavistawinery.com

Sequoia Grove

For more than four decades, family-owned Sequoia Grove Winery has earned a loyal following for warm and welcoming hospitality, terroirdriven wines, and majestic sequoia trees. Discover how the winery’s coveted seasonal wine and food pairing experiences have led to it being consistently recognized as one of the most beloved tasting rooms in Napa Valley.

(707) 339-5757 sequoiagrove.com

Charles Krug

Experience legacy. Owned by the Peter Mondavi Sr. family for 81 years and counting, Charles Krug winery offers guests the opportunity to enjoy incredible wines in California’s oldest tasting room, the historic Redwood Cellar. Estate vineyards and sustainable farming practices result in wines that artfully express their unique terroir. Enjoy elevated food and wine pairings showcasing award-winning wines with seasonal culinary bites, including creamy, buttery Italian caviar.

Charles Krug hosts performances and tastings on the sweeping lawn throughout the year, such as Festival Napa Valley, Taste of Howell Mountain, and Heritage Fire, furthering the winery’s legacy as a cultural hub in Napa Valley.

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ST. HELENA

NAPA Kerr Cellars

Founded in 2013 by professional golfer and sommelier Cristie Kerr, Kerr Cellars produces highly sought-after, awardwinning Napa and Sonoma wines. Every wine is expertly handcrafted by winemaker Helen Keplinger, and the wines are known for their power, finesse, and exceptional quality.

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Fortunati Vineyards

Escape the ordinary at Fortunati Vineyards with artisan-crafted, limited-production wines that exude elegance in every sip. Winery exclusive and sustainably produced by a passionate husband-and-wife duo, growers and winemakers Gary and Ellen Luchtel. Visit the winery and taste the difference.

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Have a quintessential Napa Valley experience at one of the original wineries. With its world-famous flagship wine, the Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Beaulieu Vineyard is known as Napa’s original cult-classic Cabernet. Taste more than a century of craftsmanship in every glass from the collection.

Napa Valley experience at one its world-famous flagship wine, the Georges de Latour Private bvwines.com

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Levendi Winery

Experience Levendi Winery’s Live Music Fridays, an evening of dynamic performances, exquisite wines, and a vibrant atmosphere. Come out between 7 and 9 p.m. to unwind, sip delicious Levendi wines, and let the music kick off the weekend. Cheers to a memorable Friday at Levendi! (707) 699-2306

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Clif Family Winery & Farm

Indulge in the essence of Napa Valley at Clif Family Winery’s tasting room and food truck. The winery and designated Certified B Corporation boasts a seasonal tasting experience where each organic bite and sustainable sip is curated to complement the season. Keep things casual at the Bruschetteria Food Truck, or reserve a spot at the Enoteca Private Tasting Salon. It’s a memorable experience with organic vineyards and the Mayacamas Mountains as your backdrop.

(707) 968-0625

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CALISTOGA

Sterling

Vineyards

Calistoga is home to historic Sterling Vineyards, famous for 360-degree views of the Vaca and Mayacamas mountain ranges. In the fall of 2023, Sterling Vineyards completed construction of a brand-new, fully accessible gondola ready to ferry guests to the top of the property. Stellar wines and stunning views are yours to enjoy!

(800) 726-6136

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ST. HELENA

The Village at The Meritage

Located at the gateway to Napa Valley, The Village at The Meritage offers the best of Napa Valley wine country in one place. With four unique tasting rooms, Ember steakhouse, an artisan market, cooking classes, and a vineyard-view lawn featuring year-round concerts and events, The Village always has something to savor. villagenapavalley.com Ge

Find great vino and vibes at these four tasting rooms.

1. Anarchist Wine Co.

This family-owned winery serves an inviting collection of wines by the flight, glass, or bottle, including trail-blazing Anarchist blends, sparkling wine, and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons. Walk-ins accepted, kids welcome, and dog-friendly. anarchistwineco.com Ge

2. GEN 7

One of the oldest winemaking families in California, GEN 7 Wines offers everything from red blends and sparkling rosé to the unique Noir de Noir red dessert wine. The tasting room is open seven days a week and has indoor and outdoor seating. gen7wines.com Ge

3. Sora Napa

The Village’s newest tasting room is dedicated to the art of bubbles, serving creative flights of sparkling wine and champagne in a fun, whimsical setting. meritageresort.com Ge

4. Trinitas Cellars

This small, family-run winery has been producing acclaimed wines for more than 20 years. The tasting room offers indoor and outdoor seating, along with a wine-only flight, a chocolate-paired flight, and wines by the glass or bottle. trinitascellars.com Ge

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Materra | Cunat Family Vineyards

Discover Napa Valley’s newest tasting room, where gracious hospitality meets exceptional quality. Materra | Cunat Family Vineyards offers the perfect blend of elegance and meticulously crafted wines. Experience the true essence of Napa Valley with every sip in the warm and inviting tasting room.

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RUTHERFORD

Rutherford Hill Winery

Delight in breathtaking views and memorable tasting experiences in a luxurious hillside setting. With an invigorated luxury focus under the helm of winemaker Michael Coode, world-class wines are crafted with individual blocks, unique clones, and innovative techniques.

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Etude stands out as one of the few wineries specializing in Pinot Noir amidst a sea of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Perched on the scenic banks of the Napa River, visitors can savor sustainably sourced, masterfully crafted Pinot Noir at this distinctive winery in a newly renovated outdoor plaza, located at the gateway of Napa Valley in the Carneros region.

(707) 257-5782 etudewines.com

NAPA

Cakebread Cellars

For more than five decades, Cakebread Cellars has been synonymous with quality, sustainability, and warm hospitality in the heart of Napa Valley. Since founding the winery in 1973, the Cakebread family has poured their passion into crafting exceptional wines to enhance the joy of shared meals and treasured moments. Step into the Napa Valley experience as you wander through the picturesque culinary garden or unwind in the beautiful courtyards, all while soaking in the breathtaking valley vistas. Delight in vibrant outdoor spaces and intimate indoor tasting rooms. Savor inspired culinary creations sourced from the garden and learn about sustainability practices in both the vineyards and cellar. Here at this family-owned hidden gem in the Rutherford region, explore an array of exceptional wines and unforgettable experiences.

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NAPA

Domaine Carneros

Perched amidst the rolling vineyards between Napa and Sonoma is an elegant Frenchinspired château that is home to premium sparkling wine producer Domaine Carneros. Enjoy seated tastings on the terrace or within the elegant glass conservatory, and take in expansive vineyard views while savoring award-winning sparkling wine and Pinot Noir. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required. All visitors must be 21 or older.

(800) 716-2788

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Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Experience the legendary winery that put Napa Valley on the world stage. Sip Cabernet Sauvignon from the historic S.L.V. and FAY estate vineyards while enjoying panoramic views of the picturesque Stags Leap Palisades. Or experience a cave tour where wines are paired with artisanal cheese and charcuterie.

(707) 261-6410

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B Cellars

B Cellars takes an artisanal approach to making small-production wines, purposely crafted to enjoy with food. Unique blends, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and wines from celebrated Napa Valley vineyards showcase distinct character and depth that play well with a meal. The winery and gorgeous grounds exude warm hospitality and provide the perfect setting for sipping the excellent offerings. For the complete B Cellars experience, reserve the Oakville Trek. After a tour of the winery, culinary gardens, and caves, you’ll be treated to a curated wine and food experience, featuring farm-to-table bites produced à la minute by the B Cellars chef and culinary team.

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NAPA

Trinchero Napa Valley

Modern elegance meets unparalleled hospitality at Trinchero Napa Valley. Reserve a tasting and experience a curated selection of innovative, small-lot wines, including the acclaimed Trinchero Howell Mountain Red, hosted in the elegant Legacy Lounge or picturesque outdoor setting.

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ST. HELENA Merryvale Vineyards

Enjoy tasting experiences at the historic winery or the picturesque Estate Vineyard in the hills above St. Helena. Merryvale offers a variety of food and wine pairings and flights. Available daily by appointment, or enjoy appointment-free wine tastings by the glass served on the beautiful terrace.

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RUTHERFORD Caymus Vineyards

Delicious wines and a legacy in Napa Valley are a perfect blend at Caymus Vineyards. Ever since the Wagner family established Caymus in 1972, it has remained a family-run venture. Experience love at first sip when you taste wines such as the celebrated signature Cabernet Sauvignon.

(707) 967-3010

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RUTHERFORD

Mathew Bruno

Napa Valley

Mathew Bruno Valley

Welcome to a quintessential Napa Valley tasting experience with authentic hospitality. Originally constructed in the 1890s, the Estate conveys old-world charm with a modern twist in a Victorian-era house once considered the finest in Rutherford. Today, this hidden gem features private indoor lounge areas for guests to taste a portfolio of wines alongside cheese and charcuterie pairings. Guests may relax on the wraparound porch with vineyard views and the serene ambience of 125-year-old olive trees and soothing fountains.

Elegant, balanced wines are made with grapes from esteemed vineyards in Napa and Sonoma, allowing vineyard characteristics to shine in every bottle. With three generations rooted in California agriculture, Mathew Bruno was created as a salute to the importance of bringing family and friends together through the appreciation of good food and good wine.

(707) 912-9112 mathewbruno.com

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RUTHERFORD

Elizabeth Spencer

Elizabeth Spencer is set in a historic 1872 brick post office in the heart of Rutherford. Tucked behind the building is an enchanted setting where you’ll find award-winning wines and the epitome of hospitality. Enjoy the nuances of the Napa Valley terroir through a variety of tasting experiences.

(707) 963-6067

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CALISTOGA

Calistoga Depot

A vibrant destination in the heart of Calistoga, Calistoga Depot houses four restaurants and four bars with fine wines and small-batch, wine casksustainable, and organic offerings, or embark on a journey through Oaxacan

A vibrant destination in the heart of Calistoga, Calistoga Depot houses four restaurants and four bars with fine wines and small-batch, wine caskfinished spirits under the Calistoga Depot Distillery collection. Enjoy artisanal foods including Depot Provisions by Nova Terra, featuring a selection of plant-based, sustainable, and organic offerings, or embark on a journey through Oaxacan flavors at the Casa Obsidiana Mexican restaurant.

(707) 963-6925

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NAPA Chimney Rock Estate

Enjoy incredible views of the Stags Leap Palisades and taste Cabernet Sauvignons from veteran winemaker Elizabeth Vianna. The winery’s 100% estate-grown wines express the balance of grace and power of the terroir within Napa Valley.

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Bring your treasured memories home. VinGardeValise’s suitcase is made exclusively for wine tasting adventures. Shop the selection of stylish and durable luggage designed to protect your purchases, ensuring that every bottle is a perfect continuation of your Napa Valley experience.

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ST. HELENA Benessere Vineyards

Discover the unique taste of Italian varietals rooted in Napa Valley at Benessere Vineyards. The family-owned winery embraces the relaxed wine country lifestyle and specializes in small-lot production of estate-grown Italian varietals like Sangiovese, Aglianico, Sagrantino, Pinot Grigio, and many more. Visitors are invited to enjoy a tasting on the scenic patio set among the vines.

(707) 963-5853

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Lithology Lounge

Explore the artistry of 100-point wines at the new Lithology Lounge in downtown Napa. Conveniently located near the corner of First and Main, the Lounge offers an inviting and refined atmosphere where guests can enjoy a tasting of three wines that have achieved a perfect score.

Crafted from grapes grown in the celebrated Beckstoffer Vineyards throughout Napa Valley, the wines in the Trilogy Experience reflect the unique terroir of the land. Featuring Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this intimate tasting is a window to the world of winemaking perfection.

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Oxbow Public Market

Elevate your experience in Napa Valley at Oxbow Public Market. A gathering place for great food, wine, produce, and products, this 40,000-square-foot marketplace in downtown Napa’s Oxbow District boasts local, owner-operated food purveyors, cafes, and an organic market showcasing local farms and hard-to-find grocery items. Oxbow Public Market and its artisans and purveyors passionately support sustainable agriculture and local harvests—promoting a healthy environment and social and economic equity within the community. With a scenic deck overlooking the Napa River, Oxbow Public Market is a favorite spot to take in a leisurely meal or a glass of wine while gaining an entirely new perspective on Napa Valley.

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A Veritable Feast

Napa Valley’s food scene is second to none. Take your palate on a memorable sensory journey as you savor the region’s locally grown bounty.

Bistro Jeanty

Stateline Road Smokehouse

Explore Napa Valley’s exceptional culinary delights.

From food trucks to Michelin-starred restaurants, Napa Valley serves up a depth and breadth of culinary excellence wholly unique to the region. There’s nowhere more exciting to savor California wine country cuisine, and the variety of internationally influenced and fusion flavors is more diverse than ever. You’ll be equally impressed by humble, casual eateries specializing in burgers, tacos, and barbecue as the thoughtfully composed fine dining and haute cuisine restaurants. Everywhere you turn, hyperlocal menus showcase organically farmed produce, sustainably sourced proteins, and innovative pairings. Pore over these pages to inform your essential Napa Valley meal planning!

The Icons & The New School

The best way to understand why Napa Valley is a world-class culinary destination is to taste your way around Napa Valley’s legendary restaurants and the newer hot spots that reflect the evolution of the region’s dining scene. Meet two Napa Valley chefs—one from each guard— who share a pioneering spirit and appreciation for living and working in the exciting culinary incubator that is Napa Valley.

Cindy Pawlcyn, Chef & Owner of Mustards Grill

All roads lead to Mustards Grill, a standout staple of the Napa Valley restaurant world for 40 years

Chef Cindy Pawlcyn opened Mustards Grill, her landmark “deluxe truck stop” along the St. Helena Highway between Yountville and Oakville, in 1983. Prior to going out on her own, Pawlcyn helped open Meadowood Napa Valley’s restaurant and worked under acclaimed Chef Bruce LeFavour at the valley’s French darling of the time, Rose et LeFavour.

Her concept struck a chord, and Mustards Grill has been a gathering place for winemakers, local chefs, and visitors ever since. “It was an instant hit,” she explained. “The valley wanted a place like Mustards more than we knew. We

just wanted a place where folks would be comfortable celebrating or having a burger and a beer.”

It was then that Pawlcyn, ever the pioneer, had the foresight to create an onsite chef’s garden that is now common for fine dining restaurants across the country. She planted an organic garden to provide seasonal inspiration and to treat patrons to the “pure flavors of produce picked fresh just hours before arriving on the plate.” Today, the two-acre gardens supply 20% of the restaurant’s produce, and diners are invited to walk through and explore the thriving gardens to see what’s in season. “Inspiration comes from the garden,

Chef Cindy Pawlcyn

Chef Darryl Bell

seasonal changes, cookbooks, and of course dining out,” she shared. “In Napa Valley and in the greater Bay Area, we are so lucky with the food scene. I do love to travel and that’s often where I get ideas from, too.”

Well traveled and curious about global cuisines, Pawlcyn is an avid cookbook collector who’s authored four cookbooks herself: The James Beard Award-winning Mustards Grill Napa Valley Cookbook; Fog City Diner Cookbook; Big Small Plates; Appetizers; and her most recent, Cindy’s Supper Club: Meals from Around the World to Share with Family and Friends. An inductee of Who’s Who of Cooking in America, she has also been twice nominated for the James Beard Foundation award for Best Chef in California and has received a Robert Mondavi Award for Culinary Excellence. When asked if anything has changed or evolved since opening 40 years ago, Pawlcyn reflected, “The concept has always been good food and wines for a good value. Lucky for us, it was what people wanted!” She recently had the opening menu framed as a reminder of Mustards’ humble beginnings. “The

menu was small compared to now and the prices were so inexpensive by today’s standards; practically free! It’s amazing that there are 10 dishes still on the menu that are direct descendants of the original menu.”

For a quintessential Mustards Grill experience, Pawlcyn recommends ordering classic dishes like the Mongolian pork chop, lemon garlic chicken, and lemon lime tart. Locals rave about the daily seafood tostada special, ahi tuna crackers, and adult grilled cheese— among the many staples of the alwayschanging menu of daily specials and seasonal dishes.

“I love being here,” Pawlcyn enthused. “I have always described it as chef heaven—with a year-round growing season, diners that love food and wine, wonderful folks to work with...what more could you ask for?” She is still an active, constant presence in the Mustards kitchen and is enthusiastic about the future of the dining world in Napa Valley. “There is a whole new group of chefs opening places and coming to the area, so there are so many places to go, see, and enjoy.”

The Icons

No trip to Napa is complete without a meal at one of these longtime favorites:

Angèle Restaurant

Bistro Don Giovanni

Bistro Jeanty

Bouchon Bistro

The French Laundry

Mustards Grill

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Sam’s Social Club

NEW SCHOOL

Get acquainted with Napa Valley’s next generation of rising star chefs at these hot spots:

Auro

Charlie’s

The Lincoln

Slanted Door

Stateline Road Smokehouse

Violetto

PRESS Restaurant

Mustards Grill

Stateline Road Smokehouse

Darryl Bell, Executive Chef & Co-Owner of Stateline Road Smokehouse

A chef with a fine-dining pedigree puts his spin on Kansas City-style barbecue with his first brick-and-mortar restaurant.

THE NEW SCHOOL

A Kansas City native, Chef Darryl Bell moved to Napa Valley to work for Thomas Keller at Bouchon Bistro, where he rose through the kitchen ranks over a sevenyear stint. On the side, he developed a barbecue sauce line, 816 BBQ Sauce, originally as a way to raise funds for a foundation in Africa. During the pandemic, Bell’s friends and family wanted to buy the sauce, so he started an online business.

Simultaneously, as the world reopened and people returned to restaurants, he noticed an increased demand for casual dining— and his own cravings for Kansas City-style barbecue were at an all-time high. “My wife said, stop crying about it and create your own restaurant,” he said with a laugh. So Bell made the decision to evolve the sauce into a restaurant, switching gears from fine dining back to his roots with Stateline Road Smokehouse.

Along with his business partner, Jeremy Threat, Bell found a space that spoke to him in the Rail Arts District in downtown Napa. A former auto body shop in a Quonset hut, the building resembled an airplane hangar and had the space he needed for serious smoking—including his 20-foot-long, custom-built smokers. “It’s my cathedral to smoking,” he described it. “There are four different types of fire and heat, smokers that are ultimately cooking all the food on the menu.”

“There is nothing in Napa that is equivalent to this,” he

explained. Notably, it is a pioneering Black-owned restaurant in the city of Napa. And while it’s Kansas City-inspired, the menu is a representation of Bell’s multitude of culinary influences. “I lived in both worlds. I can’t be restricted and tied down to just one criteria,” he said of the cuisine. “It’s a mix of both because that’s who I am.”

The one tradition he won’t mess with is burnt ends. “It’s a dish that was created in Kansas City, so I try to show it in its truest form, the way I ate it when I was small,” he explained. The menu also includes hearty grain bowls, healthy green salads, and vegetable sides—and there’s a secret fish menu that those in the know (that’s you!) can request. Those familiar with Stateline from past pop-ups will be pleased to see the popular smoked maitake and greens dish with marinated garbanzo beans and crisp purple rice among the offerings. “We’re working with Rancho Gordo beans, who are based just two blocks up the street,” he said.

For Bell, this project is showcasing everything he loves beyond food—and removing some barriers. “It’s what I’m wanting Napa to look like and feel like,” he said. A large Muhammad Ali mural on the back of the building is a tribute to the cityscape and icons of his youth. He knows Napa Valley diners are ready for a place like Stateline. “They’re ready for barbecue. They’re ready for a young, hip place with a fun patio, and cool cocktails and playlist.”

The Michelin Stamp of Approval

15 Napa Valley restaurants have been recognized by the prestigious California Michelin guide

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The French Laundry

PRESS Restaurant

Kenzo

Auro Restaurant at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

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For a population of its size, Napa Valley hosts an impressive concentration of Michelin-endorsed eateries. These include coveted oneand three-star ratings, as well as Bib Gourmand and Michelin Recommended categories, which open the competitive field to more casual establishments. You’re guaranteed great bites at these celebrated local gems.

3 MICHELIN STARS

The French Laundry stands out for Chef Thomas Keller’s impressive consecutive threeMichelin-star run dating back to 2007. Now it also bears the Michelin Green star for excellence in gastronomy and sustainability. Make a reservation well in advance to experience the daily changing, 12-course menu.

1 MICHELIN STAR

Downtown Napa’s intimate, 27-seat Kenzo Napa curates a transcendent kaiseki-style dining experience featuring fresh fish flown in from Japan daily. The rituallike feasts can be paired with sake and wine, including the owners’ Kenzo Estate Napa Valley wines. The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil has maintained its one Michelin star for 16 consecutive years. The Mediterranean-inspired prix-fixe lunch and chef’s tasting dinner menus are complemented by an extensive selection of wines from the hotel’s 15,000-bottle cellar. Under the leadership of Samantha Rudd

and Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS Restaurant in St. Helena showcases legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside new culinary innovators to craft memorable modern American fare—plus, the restaurant boasts the world’s largest Napa Valley wine selection. At Auro Restaurant at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley, Executive Chef Rogelio Garcia’s acclaimed fine dining concept shines the spotlight on abundant, fresh ingredients with each change of season.

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Chef Ken Frank’s La Toque has been a destination for exceptional wine and food pairings since 1979. In 1998, he heeded the call of wine country and opened a new La Toque in Rutherford; 10 years later, the 14-time Michelin-rated establishment found its home in downtown Napa. The French fare can be enjoyed à la carte or in the chef’s tasting menu. If you can’t get a reservation at The French Laundry, you can

try Chef Thomas Keller’s other outposts in Yountville: Bouchon, an inviting French Bistro, and Ad Hoc, serving elevated American comfort food. Nearby, The Restaurant at North Block emphasizes ingredients that are regionally farmed, fished, and foraged. Mustards Grill keeps things equally fresh and classic, with some dishes that have been on the menu by popular demand since opening in 1983. The Charter Oak in St. Helena was opened by chef Christopher Kostow, who gained acclaim earning three stars at The Restaurant at Meadowood; The Charter Oak is well-loved for his farm-fresh fare fueled by the restaurant’s 3.5-acre garden. Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch is a showcase of seasonal ingredients sourced from the Hall family’s farm, ranch, and vineyards in St. Helena. Solbar at the Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection in Calistoga serves up bistro fare with true Napa Valley flair: Enjoy the woodsy-chic vibe inside, or dine alfresco on spacious terraces where you can take in stunning mountain views.

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Thomas Keller’s La Calenda in Yountville features dishes made with fresh, artisanal ingredients prepared using traditional methods inspired by different regional Mexican cuisines. Ciccio is a communitydriven, Californian-Italian restaurant in Yountville started by the Altamura family that Christopher and Martina Kostow have breathed new life into. The simple menu features starters, woodfired pizzas, handmade pastas, and just a few mains and sides.

COOKING SCHOOL’S IN SESSION: Hone your chef skills and channel your inner Julia Child with a class or workshop at Silverado Cooking School, PLAYTE Kitchen, Cakebread Cellars, or CIA at Copia

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On the Trails

There’s never too much of a good thing when it comes to burgers, tacos, and brews! Let these maps help guide you to delicious discoveries.

NAPA VALLEY TACO TRAIL

You haven’t experienced Napa Valley like a local until you’ve dug deep into the community’s taco-obsessed roots. From neighborhood food trucks to casual taquerias, the Napa Valley Taco Trail encompasses 17 stops. And yes, there are even Michelin-endorsed taco joints in the mix! Add these stops to your short list: La Cheve and Mothers Tacos in Napa, La Calenda in Yountville, Ray Ray’s Tacos in St. Helena, and La Gitana Taco Truck in Calistoga.

NAPA VALLEY ALE TRAIL

There’s a saying in Napa Valley—“it takes a lot of great beer to make great wine.” So it’s no surprise the craft beer scene is booming. The Napa Valley Ale Trail features nearly 20 breweries, beer gardens, and taprooms where you can sample locally brewed beers.

Must-stops include Junction Brewery & Grill in American Canyon, St. Clair Brown Winery and Brewery in downtown Napa, Fieldwork Brewing Co. at Oxbow Public Market, Erosion Tap House in St. Helena, and Lincoln Avenue Brewery in Calistoga.

NAPA VALLEY CHEESEBURGER TRAIL & MORE

The humble burger has been elevated to gourmet heights by Napa Valley restaurateurs, be it fast casual, fine dining, or famous Highway 29 burger stands. No visit to Napa Valley is complete without a stop at the original Gott’s Roadside in St. Helena (or the downtown Napa location at Oxbow Public Market). Downtown Napa’s award-winning Compline restaurant pairs their succulent hamburger with world-class wines. The Kitchen at Priest Ranch in Yountville also perfected the art of burger-and-wine pairing with their KPR Smashburger (on a Bouchon Bakery bun) and the house Cabernet Sauvignon. American’s Canyon’s charming South Kelly Grill has a burger for every craving. Mustards Grill has been satisfying classic bistro burger hankerings for 40 years. And TRUSS Restaurant & Bar in Calistoga grills a mouthwatering beef cheeseburger with a caramelized onion.

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Napa Valley makes world-class olive oil, too. That’s because the same conditions that allow wine grapes to thrive also yield high-quality olives: warm days and cool nights, prime soil conditions, and a long, dry growing season. Many vineyard estates and wineries in Napa Valley have diversified their agricultural practices by planting olive orchards, and a few family businesses are devoted exclusively to olive oil production. Book an olive oil tasting to learn the nuances of different varieties and blends—and to bring a bottle or two home with you.

Family-owned and -operated since 1931, Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing Co. can be found inside a quaint Italian grocery store in St. Helena. They create

complex blends and flavored oils with a variety of locally grown olives, which can be sampled on-site.

A mother-daughter business, Grove 45 Olive Oil offers a high-end seated tasting experience at their salon, an elegant space on the outskirts of downtown Calistoga.

“We strive to immerse our customers in a journey of olive oil appreciation, going beyond simple tasting and into a flavorful and exploratory experience,” shared co-founder Marcela Hernandez. Sample popcorn drizzled with olive oil and truffle salt, sip local and international oils, and try the olive oil cake and olive oil-infused gelato. Darioush works closely with several olive orchards in California to produce fresh, expressive, and aromatic olive oils. In-house olive oil experts guide tastings

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Napa Valley isn’t just a place; it’s a lifestyle, a commitment to quality, and a celebration of nature’s abundance. When I introduce someone to our olive oils, I’m not just offering them a product. I’m inviting them to experience a piece of our rich agricultural heritage. It’s immensely gratifying to see them appreciate and enjoy a taste of Napa Valley’s sunshine and soil in every bottle!

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that draw on all of the senses and invite you to compare and contrast several styles. Tastings can include single-vineyard and small-lot wines paired with small bites.

Home to 12 acres planted with 2,200 olive trees in Rutherford, Round Pond Estate constructed their own state-of-theart olive mill, allowing olives to be milled within minutes of picking. Learn about olive cultivation, harvest, and artisan methods of production at the estate olive mill before immersing yourself in a guided tasting of fresh oils and red wine vinegar blends. While at Round Pond Estate, be sure to try their sustainably farmed wines. Discover more wineries that produce olive oil, plus gourmet shops with robust olive oil selections, at VisitNapaValley.com.

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OXBOW PUBLIC MARKET

Food hall heaven

Oxbow Public Market is an anchor of Napa Valley’s culinary world. Inside its walls and stalls, you can taste the world without leaving downtown Napa: from sushi at Eiko’s, Marin County oysters at Hog Island Oyster Co., and empanadas at El Porteño to Reubens at Loveski, wine-friendly small plates at Bar Lucia, and wood-fired pizzas at Live Fire. Shop for picnic provisions at Fatted Calf Charcuterie, Hudson Greens & Goods, Moro Napa, and Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant. Stock your pantry with staples from The Olive Press and Whole Spice Napa Valley. Wet your whistle at Ritual Coffee, Fieldwork Brewing, or Napa Valley Distillery. Indulge in something sweet at Kara’s Cupcakes and Anette’s Chocolates. And peruse the beautiful coffee table books, cookbooks, and guides written by local authors at Napa Bookmine.

WE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM

Get your ice cream fix at these Napa Valley sweet spots

End a graze around Oxbow Public Market with a scoop of Lappert’s ice cream at Live Fire Pizza or soft serve at Loveski Lunchbox at CIA at Copia will give you that sugar-caffeine combo rush with the affogato—espresso poured over house-made ice cream. St. Helena’s Valley Café serves up some of the best gelato around. Erosion Tap House is a multi hyphenate tasting room, tap house, and creamery in St. Helena, known for inventive flavors like Campfire, which combines smoked ice cream with toasted marshmallows, and Rice Rice Baby, inspired by horchata. The aroma of freshly baked waffle cones greets you at Calistoga Creamery, where organic ice creams and frozen treats run the gamut from traditional vanilla flavors to adventurous scoops like matcha green tea and lemon cookie.

Morning Fare

Start your day on a delicious note.

ARTISAN COFFEE ROASTERS

With locations in St. Helena and downtown Napa, Napa Valley Coffee Roasting Co. has been perking up Napa Valley since 1985. Boutique, sustainable coffee specialists Naysayer Coffee Roasters can be found at Food City in Napa and Station in St. Helena. Stop by Ohm Coffee Roasters’ new coffee house location in downtown Napa’s SoFi district, or look for its original craft coffee truck at the Napa Farmers’ Market. Hero Coffee Co. is another go-to Napa option, while Bentley’s Napa Valley is a veteran-owned-and-operated roaster that can be enjoyed at locations including Winston’s Cafe & Bakery. Up valley, Calistoga Roastery has been a staple of the community for 30 years.

BAKERIES

Downtown Napa’s Buttercream Bakery & Diner has been slinging doughnuts since 1948—try the cult favorite maple bar

topped with thick, honey-cured bacon. Winston’s Cafe & Bakery is a cheerful local favorite known for its potato brioche vanilla-glazed doughnuts and Paulie’s Bagels, among other sweet and savory delights. Napa’s newest bakery, Moulin Bakery, specializes in naturally leavened breads and French pastries made with house-milled grains. Oprahendorsed Model Bakery—renowned for its breakfast sandwiches on house-made English muffins—has three locations to choose from: downtown Napa at Oxbow Public Market, Yountville, and St. Helena (the original). Another Yountville staple, Thomas Keller’s famed Bouchon Bakery

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FRESH START: Keep it light with a clean, fresh juice or smoothie at Juice House Co. in Napa, Napa Valley Juice Bar in St. Helena, or Fleetwood in Calistoga.

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is a showcase of pastries and artisanal baked goods; the croissants are next level. Bella Bakery & Café brings the European pastry craft to Calistoga.

BREAKFAST BURRITOS

After a morning hike in American Canyon, hit the Taco Hambre food truck on Broadway for a breakfast burrito. Housed in one of Napa’s oldest buildings, La Cheve Bakery and Brews chorizo burritos give a hearty base for a day of wine tasting. Don’t forget the chorizo and veggie breakfast burritos at Oakville Grocery Nosh Napa offers breakfast burritos all day in Napa. Yountville’s The Kitchen at Priest Ranch also serves breakfast all day, including a breakfast burrito loaded with all the fixings. St. Helena locals make a beeline to Azteca Market & Taqueria for giant breakfast burritos or to Station for the breakfast wrap filled with eggs, fingerling potatoes, veggies, and cheese. In Calistoga, it’s all about the Luis burrito at cute Café Sarafornia, a longrunning, family-owned diner.

GOURMET BRUNCH SPOTS

Grace’s Table is a globally inspired kitchen serving sweet and savory entrées like shrimp and grits, pumpkin pancakes, and pulled pork and egg tacos. Just outside of downtown, Boon Fly Café hits the spot with elevated, inventive brunch preparations served daily—think chicken and waffles topped with whipped brown butter paired with a stiff brunch martini. Lucy Restaurant & Bar in Yountville infuses sustainability into creative brunch dishes sourced from the Bardessono organic garden. Delectable brunch highlights at St. Helena’s elegant Violetto include almond and banana tartine and smoked trout Benedict. The equally refined weekend brunch menu at Sam’s Social Club in Calistoga runs the gamut from a robust breakfast salad to egg in a hole on parmesan-crusted brioche.

Chocolate Decadence

Make it a sweet finish with these artisanal chocolates

Enjoy decadent truffles at Anette’s Chocolates, with two locations in downtown Napa. Visit Earth & Sky Chocolates in downtown Napa or Calistoga to peruse the handpainted chocolate bonbons and bars, including vegan options. In Yountville, watch artists craft gorgeous confections at Kollar Chocolates. Take home an assorted box of sweets from Woodhouse Chocolate in St. Helena.

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Wilfred’s Lounge

The aloha spirit thrives at Wilfred’s Lounge, Napa Valley’s first and only tiki bar and restaurant. Treat yourself to an extensive drink list, featuring rum flights, tropical-inspired cocktails, and mocktails served in collectible mugs reminiscent of your travels. Wilfred’s Lounge proudly serves a sustainable and locally sourced menu, with favorites like coconut shrimp, poke bowls, and the signature five-spice ribs. Seasonal live music, special events, and private bookings will have you on island time in no time. Experience restaurant namesake Uncle Wilfred’s epic hospitality through a beautiful blend of Napa sophistication and Hawaiian charm, at a welcoming rooftop bar setting overlooking the Napa River.

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Filippi’s Pizza Grotto

Filippi’s Pizza Grotto is known for its hearty Italian dishes made from traditional family recipes—the restaurant is owned and operated by descendants of the original founders. Savor a taste of the old country in Napa.

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The Q Restaurant & Bar

The perfect place to dine on Southern fried chicken, Memphisstyle BBQ, and other modern American fare in downtown Napa. The menu features creative dishes highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients from local purveyors. Catch happy hour Monday –Friday, with specials on wine, beer, and handcrafted cocktails.

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Nosh Napa

With its friendly neighborhood vibe, Nosh Napa is a local go-to for breakfast and lunch. The chef-run eatery features American and Mexican favorites—the eggs Benedict and huevos rancheros are equally delicious—made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Choose a table inside the tranquil dining room or on the sunny courtyard and enjoy a casual meal with warm, attentive service.

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ST. HELENA Market Restaurant

The perfect place for an intimate lunch, a family gathering, happy hour, or a private event. Market Restaurant offers a flavorful menu of classic American dishes in a historic 120-yearold building in downtown St. Helena. Come for happy hour, take a seat at the gorgeous antique bar, and sip on a craft cocktail.

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AMERICAN CANYON

La Strada Cucina Italiana

Make time for quintessential Italian cuisine at La Strada Cucina Italiana, a familyfriendly Napa Valley gem for 23 years. Dine in a warm atmosphere complete with a cozy bar, striking murals of the Tuscan countryside, and, of course, exceptional service. Here, every craving is satisfied, from classic pasta dishes and handmade pizza to specialties such as lasagna di carne.

(707) 226-3027 lastradanapa.com

ST. HELENA Cook St. Helena

This chic, bustling downtown eatery is popular with locals and Napa Valley wine insiders, who relish Cook St. Helena’s welcoming ambience and refined northern Italian dishes made with farm-fresh ingredients.

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Osha Thai Napa

Discover culinary wonders at Osha Thai Napa, where classic Thai traditions converge with modern culinary innovation. Celebrating 28 years of excellence, Executive Chef Lalita Souksamlane has transformed Thai cuisine with her contemporary vision. From Tuna Tower to Volcanic Beef and Tom-Yum Seafood Paella, the menu captivates the palate with authentic flavors and avant-garde techniques. Located in downtown Napa, Osha Thai Napa is a place where ̏East meets West.̋

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La Toque

An exquisite food and wine experience awaits at Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning La Toque, located at the Westin Verasa Napa. Chef Ken Frank marries classic French techniques with a California aesthetic for a menu that delights with every course and every glass of wine.

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La Cheve Bakery and Brews

Indulge in Napa’s tastiest Mexican cuisine at La Cheve Bakery and Brews. Savor legendary flan french toast, delectable chilaquiles, and guava-filled conchas—all made from scratch and served in a historic space dating to 1845. Complete your delightful meal with exquisite libations, including mimosa flights and the signature La Llorona black margarita.

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Deuces Market

A unique communal gathering spot in downtown Napa, Deuces Market is the place to go for healthy refreshments, organic grab-and-go meals, artisanal foods, and wine from small craft vintners. Start your morning with a pressed juice or espresso, or venture over for a quick lunch and pick up small picnic bites to take on your Napa Valley exploration.

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The Lincoln

Ace & Vine

Begin and end your evening at two of Napa’s premier spots for dining and entertainment.

First up, The Lincoln. This chic gastropub set on the Napa River is the perfect place to sip a specialty cocktail or zero-proof refreshment and cozy up to a firepit or play lawn games with family and friends. The menu boasts elevated comfort food classics like the signature Tatchos and savory sandos. Come out for brunch, or enjoy

The Lincoln’s late night menu and full bar open until 2 a.m.

And if you’re not ready to call it a night, head next door to Ace & Vine, Napa’s only card room. The odds of having a great time are in your favor, as you try your hand at Pot Limit Omaha, Texas Hold’em, Blackjack, and other exciting games.

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Pleasure Cove Marina

Explore Lake Berryessa’s ultimate retreat, Pleasure Cove Marina— an oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Experience the thrill of water sports with top-tier boat rentals including tritoons, kayaks, and paddleboards. Anglers can board fishing boats, while tubing promises leisurely fun. The marina ensures the perfect rental for all. Join the Boat Club for constant access to top-of-the-line surf and leisure boats.

Extend your stay in style by choosing a tranquil lakeside cabin, perfect for crafting countless memories. Prefer cozier accommodations? Pleasure Cove Marina also offers campsites and RV spaces. Embark on adventures and embrace nature’s serenity at Napa Valley’s hidden treasure. Pleasure Cove Marina on Lake Berryessa is your gateway to lake life!

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Itinerary Inspiration

There are so many ways to “do” Napa Valley that you can’t really get it wrong. But it’s possible to get it extra right with some proper planning and education. This collection of curated itineraries offers roadmaps to three perfect days in Napa Valley for three different trip types: wellness, family travel, and sustainability-minded.

Wellness

Wellness & Wine

Making time for me time in Napa Valley by Dana Rebmann

Ready to make a splash? Set at the northern end of Napa Valley, Calistoga is renowned for therapeutic geothermal springs. Dating back to the early 1900s, the Olympic-size Main Pool at Indian Springs Calistoga is fed by on-site geysers. Before or after your mudbath at Calistoga Spa Hot Springs, take advantage of four adult-only geothermal pools. Or head to Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort and enjoy indoor and outdoor geothermal pools and the full-service spa. After a day focused on self-care, enjoy dinner at Nova Terra Plant Based Kitchen and Creamery Located in the historic Calistoga Depot,

California’s second-oldest train station, Nova Terra is the only fully vegan market, creamery, and restaurant in Napa Valley.

DAY 2

Get your heart pumping with a hike along Oat Hill Mine Trail, a former stagecoach route that rewards getting in those steps with striking vineyard views. For something more serene, head toward Calistoga to bask in the shady solitude of towering coastal redwoods at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Guided forest bathing experiences offered by Alila Napa Valley

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maximize the stress-reducing health benefits that a walk in the woods can provide.

Embrace the beauty of moving at a slower pace by raising a glass at a Napa Green Certified winery. Led by a pair of second-generation sisters, the vineyards at Spottswoode Estate are regenerative organic and biodynamically farmed; you can taste the care for the land in every glass. At family-owned Tres Sabores, wine tastings overlook an organic farmscape studded with fruit trees, olive groves, and grapevines.

To bounce back after a day of wine tasting, visit Blue Water Day Spa in downtown Napa (try the Hangover Helper massage!). Or, spend the afternoon at Health Spa Napa Valley where you could book an exercise class, visit the pool, and get a massage at this full-service day spa.

For dinner, head to Bear at Stanly Ranch. You’ll happily eat your veggies thanks to a seasonally driven menu with constantly changing options including asparagus with Meyer lemon aioli, and purple sweet potato with yuzu kosho yogurt.

DAY 3

Rise and wine! Begin your day with brunch-inspired bites and light-style wines from Clif Family Winery. Or, swap the wine for a mocktail—think Pluot Lavender Limonada—crafted with organic produce from Clif Family’s farm.

Now it’s time to get moving. Strap on a helmet and cruise along the Napa Valley Vine Trail with an e-bike from Napa Valley Bike Tours. The 47-mile trail system boasts colorful public art and stellar vineyard views.

End your wellness retreat at Carneros Resort and Spa with a Quiet Mind Massage and time beneath an umbrella at the Hilltop Pool. It’s the perfect spot to start planning your next Napa Valley escape.

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Treat Yourself

Book one of these unique spa rituals and call it a spa day.

Solage Signature Mudslide is a threepart experience that entails a mud bath infused with essential oils, a dip in a private soaking tub, and solace in a state-of-the-art sound chair with soothing music and gentle vibrations. Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

The Works, a six-step process, is just what Dr. Wilkinson’s ordered. Start with a mineral shower and soak in the volcanic ash mud bath. Then soak in a private mineral whirlpool bath, take a geothermal steam, let the minerals penetrate as you rest ensconced in a blanket wrap, and sink deeper into relaxation during a massage. Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs

The Self-Care Package at Spa at Carneros takes place in a farmhouse suite with a private deck, soaking tub, and solarium shower. Begin with a salt scrub, take a detoxifying mineral soak, and bliss out with a full-body massage. Carneros Resort and Spa

The Cave Stone Massage at Spa Terra uses heated basalt river stones and

soothing, warm essential oils to penetrate deep into the muscles, softening tissue and increasing circulation. The Meritage Resort and Spa

The Brave Spirit Ritual at Spa Talisa begins with a foot soak and aura cleanse. A marine algae and salt scrub is followed by targeted application of detoxifying thermal mud and soothing balm. Lastly, a restorative body and craniosacral massage releases tension and soothes the senses. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Spa Soleil’s À La Champenoise ritual starts with an antioxidant-rich soak followed by an aromatherapy-infused massage, and finishes with a revitalizing facial that includes an effervescent mask. Auberge du Soleil

The Veuve Massage at The Estate Yountville’s new Spa Rendez Veuve incorporates gold shimmer massage oil and a gold collagen eye mask inspired by the famed Veuve Clicquot Champagne. The Estate Yountville

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Mud Baths Demystified

Don’t be afraid to get dirty— Calistoga’s mud bath rituals are safe, relaxing, and healing.

A product of the ancient volcanic activity of nearby Mount Saint Helena, Calistoga’s legendary mud combines mineral-rich volcanic ash with waters from natural mineral hot springs. The resulting magical mud has been touted for its many nurturing benefits, such as hydrating the skin, reducing inflammation, and promoting general relaxation. Depending on the spa, you either “paint” the mud on yourself or “bathe” in a mud bath. Mud bath tubs are heated from the bottom and you lie on top of a layer of mud. Spa attendants lather mud on top until you are covered to the neck, creating a feeling of weightlessness. After a short period, mud is washed off. The sulfur in mineral water mixed with the alkaline in volcanic ash kills all bacteria, so mud baths are perfectly sanitary.

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Napa Valley Massage & Wellness

Escape to serenity at Napa Valley Massage & Wellness. Serving clients since 2010, the boutique sits in the heart of downtown Napa. Book your experience, and relax knowing you’re in the hands of one of Napa Valley’s highest-rated day spas.

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Health Spa Napa Valley

For the ultimate in relaxation— Health Spa Napa Valley is the go-to spot for locals and visitors alike seeking rejuvenation in the heart of St. Helena. Indulge in a massage or luxe skincare treatment, or reserve a resort day pass and enjoy post-wine tasting poolside vibes.

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Blue Water Day Spa

Journey to serenity…in the heart of downtown Napa. Blue Water Day Spa offers custom massage, skincare, and lash treatments crafted by spa professionals and designed to relax, restore, and replenish mind and body.

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Calistoga Spa Hot Springs

Relaxation and rejuvenation await you at Calistoga Spa Hot Springs. Indulge in the geothermal pools at the spa, revive at the fitness center, and relax in well-appointed guest rooms.

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Baths at Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort

Unwind with authentic Calistoga treatments that incorporate geothermal water and mud bath traditions, including private mudrooms for two, massages, and spa offerings for the ultimate Napa Valley experience.

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Spa Terra at the Meritage Resort

Elevate your wellness experience beneath the vines at Spa Terra, named one of California’s top resort spas by Spas of America. Unwind with a treatment in the underground Estate Cave, then take a dip in the adults-only pool for total tranquility.

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Eco-Friendly & Sustainable

Car-Free Napa

Put a sustainable spin on your next Napa Valley vacation

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Along the riverfront, in the city of Napa, graze your way through Oxbow Public Market, where the morning offerings include savory breakfast sandwiches on handmade sourdough bagels at chef Christoper Kostow’s Loveski deli. Visit CIA at Copia next door to see the culinary gardens and historic cookware collection at the Chuck Williams Culinary Arts Museum. If you need something for your own kitchen, browse the Marketplace at Copia’s meticulously curated selection.

In the afternoon, paddle off calories on the Napa River during a kayak tour with Napa Valley Paddle or Enjoy Napa Valley. Better yet, kick back and leave the work to a gondolier on a romantic cruise with Napa Valley Gondola. Downtown Napa may not have vineyards, but more than 50 tasting rooms make it a perfect destination for an urban tasting walkabout. As evening falls, dine along the riverfront while savoring acclaimed French country cuisine at Angèle Restaurant & Bar before catching a concert at the art deco Uptown Theatre Napa.

DAY 2

No reservations at The French Laundry? Then go for one of chef Thomas Keller’s impeccable croissants at his Bouchon Bakery in Yountville. Follow the

self-guided Yountville Art Walk audio tour to see the little town’s big public art collection. For works by leading regional artists and to learn about valley history, check out the boldly colorful Napa Valley Museum Yountville.

By now you might be eager to get out to the wineries. Choose from three- and six-hour journeys with multi-course gourmet meals and tasting menus aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train as it travels between Napa and St. Helena. Or ride in a cable car-style trolley up valley to the medieval-style Castello di Amorosa on tours with the Napa Valley Wine Trolley.

You could also hang in Yountville and shop for Napa Valley wine country fash-

ions in Washington Street’s boutiques before toasting the small town’s charms over a sparkling tasting flight at JCB Yountville. And for dinner, walk across the street to Bistro Jeanty. The French cuisine has made this charming restaurant a Napa Valley landmark.

DAY 3

Keep it car-free and carefree on the Napa Valley Vine Trail, exploring the recently completed 8.2-mile stretch between Calistoga and St. Helena (bicycle rentals available in both towns). Power your ride from Calistoga with a breakfast burrito at Lovina, or pack a picnic from Sam’s General Store. Stop off at

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Bothe-Napa Valley State Park to explore redwood groves and follow the History Trail to see Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park’s giant 1846 water wheel. Browse galleries and shops along St. Helena’s Main Street, which earned designation on the National Register of Historic Places. Before returning to Calistoga, taste the valley’s bounty at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

After all that exercise, soothe yourself Calistoga-style with a massage, mud bath, and mineral bath soak at Golden Haven Hot Springs. And the locals’ favorite Mangia Mi Calistoga is where to pair downhome pizza and pasta made from scratch with Napa Valley’s incomparable wines.

10 FREE THINGS TO DO

Looking to maximize your budget? That’s easy! Pepper these free experiences into your itinerary:

1 Visit the iconic “Welcome to Napa Valley” signs located in Calistoga and Oakville.

2 Hike local trails such as Westwood Hills Park or Robert Louis Stevenson State Park

3 Ride bikes or take a walk along a segment of the 47-mile Napa Valley Vine Trail

4 Feast your eyes on local produce and browse the vendors at the Napa Farmers’ Market and Calistoga Farmers’ Market held Saturday mornings year round. And don’t miss out on St. Helena’s Farmers’ Market on Friday mornings.

5 Wander around Oxbow Public Market, a lively food hall filled to the brim with eateries and retailers.

6 Admire the culinary gardens, snap photos of the giant sculpture (aptly named Fork) by local artist Gordon Huether, and peruse the free Chuck Williams Culinary Arts

Museum exhibits at CIA at Copia

7 Check out the colorful murals in the Rail Arts District in downtown Napa.

8 See more than 40 public sculptures on the Yountville Art Walk

9 Enjoy live music at local restaurants, bars, and wineries. Come summertime, the sounds of music emanate outdoors at free community concerts.

10 Watch hot air balloons take flight in the early morning hours above Yountville.

SCAN ME

A Family Affair

There’s no need to leave the kids at home. Let Napa Valley entertain the whole family!

By Matt Villano

Gott’s Roadside

V. Sattui Winery Artisan Deli and Marketplace

Connolly Ranch

Carneros Resort and Spa

All Ages Welcome

Whether you sip grape juice at a family-friendly winery, picnic in the vineyards, or feed goats at a working farm, Napa Valley is an ideal destination for kids of all ages.

Start the day with breakfast at La Cheve Bakery and Brews in Napa, a Mexican restaurant in an 1845 building that serves homemade pan dulce (sweet pastries). From there, check out the nearby Playground Fantastico for its whimsical slides and climbing structures. Then, head to Connolly Ranch, where kids can pet and feed chickens and goats. The working farm teaches about the basics of ecology and the sources of the food we eat.

For lunch, check out Oxbow Public Market. Kids will love the sweet treats from Kara’s Cupcakes and Anette’s Chocolates; adults will love the highwaters and kumamotos at Hog Island Oyster Co. and browsing the shelves at Napa Bookmine. Mid-afternoon, it’s time for the parents to enjoy a glass of wine. Feast it Forward, a bar and cooking studio adjacent to Oxbow, has an outdoor “yard” where kids can play cornhole while adults taste local wines. Another great spot for all-ages tastings: Oasis by Hoopes, an outdoor lounge in the middle of a regenerative farm and animal sanctuary.

DAY 2

Get the kids moving in the early morning at Crane Park in St. Helena, a 12-acre space with baseball and soccer fields, volleyball and tennis courts, and a massive playground. Take the short stroll to Model Bakery, home of beloved and buttery English muffins.

Next up: the “Family Tasting” at Cakebread Cellars, where grownups sip wine and kids sip juice on a 45-minute tour of the winery and winery grounds. V. Sattui Winery is another great spot for a multigenerational tasting: little ones can play in a shaded and fenced-in courtyard area while adults sample wine at a picnic table.

For a taste of old-world Italy, source picnic goods at Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing Co., a family-owned Italian food shop where they still make olive oil in house and slice cheese with a piano string. It’s hard to resist tasting samples of salami and parmesan, but be sure to save room for a dinner of burgers, fries, and milkshakes at Gott’s Roadside, a throwback outdoor diner with modern sophistication.

DAY 3

Brunch is an art form in the northern reaches of Napa Valley, especially with kids in tow. Café Sarafornia, in downtown Calistoga, has a kids menu bursting with options such as silverdollar pancakes and grilled cheese. The open-air patio at Sam’s Social Club, the restaurant at Indian Springs Calistoga, is another great option, and is known for kid-friendly menu items such as churros and egg-in-a-hole.

After touring the grounds at Castello di Amorosa, a winery that replicates a 14th-century Tuscan castle, kids can sample grape juice while parents have the fermented stuff. Another great adventure: taking the aerial gondola 300 feet from the parking lot to the tasting room at Sterling Vineyards. End the day at Old Faithful Geyser of California, Napa’s version of the Yellowstone icon. This hot spring erupts from the earth every 15–30 minutes, shooting hot water up to 50 feet in the air.

Camp Napa Valley

These family-friendly resorts offer special activities to entertain the kids while parents enjoy a date night or head out for a wine tasting.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley features a complimentary Kids For All Seasons program for ages 5–12. The fully staffed kids club allows parents to venture off property or to enjoy some spa time.

During summer months, Carneros Resort and Spa offers evening childcare as part of the Sunny Acres Kids Club. While parents have dinner on-site at FARM, the kids are entertained with hands-on activities, movies, dinner, and more.

At Silverado Resort, the next generation can learn to golf, play tennis, or swim during seasonal camps offered for specific summer dates. Sports and culinary camp classes are also available during major holidays including Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection adds Little Rancher’s Camp to the menu for June through August summer breaks. Kids can partake in a half-day of activities while their grown-ups treat themselves to some “we time.”

Carneros Resort and Spa

Best Friend-cation Forever

Napa Valley was made for bonding getaways and reunion revelry with groups of friends, whether celebrating a milestone birthday or soonto-weds. These group activities are tried-and-true crowd-pleasers.

Fulfill your wishes for the finer things in life by gliding the Napa River on a Napa Valley Wine Yacht excursion, or by experiencing the thrill of driving a Lamborghini through Napa’s canyons with Napa Valley Supercars. Explore Napa Valley’s craft beer scene on a guided six-hour craft brew tour with Napa Native Tours

Platypus Wine Tours and Master Wine Tours specialize in custom, guided wine tours infused with local insights.

Bar hop in downtown Napa: Kick the night off at Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar, catch a set at Blue Note Napa, and keep the party going at JaM Cellars Wine & Music Studio

Bliss out as a bunch with a full spa day at one of the many day spas or resorts, taking advantage of all the amenities—steam rooms, saunas, pools, and all kinds of detoxifying treatments. (See page 142 for spa specifics.)

Do an epic double header and book the hot air balloon and bike tour package with Napa Valley Bike Tours

Start the day on a high note floating above the valley, then pedal by vineyards on a guided bike tour featuring two wineries and a Bouchon Bakery picnic lunch.

Make it a golf getaway with days of play at Chardonnay Golf Club in American Canyon and the legendary PGA course at Silverado Resort

Perry’s Tours

Explore Napa Valley with a true insider. Perry’s Tours, led by Napa native Paul Perry, brings more than 30 years of experience in hospitality and transportation. Paul uses local insights to curate personalized wine country adventures. From food and wine icons to hidden gems, Perry’s Tours delivers an authentic and unforgettable experience.

(707) 738-7691

perrystours.com

JaM Cellars

NAPA

NAPA & YOUNTVILLE

Napa Valley Bike Tours

Discover a side of Napa you can only see on two wheels. Two locations—downtown Napa and Yountville—allow you to choose where to start your adventure. Join a guided e-bike tour that visits two local wineries and includes a picnic lunch catered by Bouchon Bakery. Or, rent bikes and chart your own course along the car-free Napa Valley Vine Trail, where you can reach more than a dozen off-the-beaten-path wineries.

(707) 251-8687

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NAPA Napa Valley Supercars

Experience the thrill of driving an exotic supercar through stunning Napa Valley wine country. Elevate your Napa escape or corporate event with this unforgettable adrenalinefueled driving experience. Napa Valley Supercars operates daily April–November.

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CALISTOGA

Grove 45 at Museion

Experience premium, estategrown olive oils and 18-year aged balsamic vinegars. Grove 45 at Museion offers tour and tasting options, wine flights showcasing five renowned winemakers in one stunning location, and a monthly high tea. Make plans to savor one-of-a-kind food and wine delights at an unforgettable venue.

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Napa Valley Wine Yacht

Step aboard the Napa Valley Wine Yacht and embark on an unparalleled journey through the heart of California’s most renowned wine country. Relax and indulge in a luxurious experience that blends gorgeous views, world-class wines, and exquisite cuisine as you cruise the serene waters of the Napa River. The Napa Valley Wine Yacht is a whole-boat charter for up to 12 guests, making it perfect for a group cruise or special occasion.

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The Wineries of Napa Valley

Mappellation & Destination Napa Valley

Love Napa Valley? Enter Mappellation. Self-proclaimed Napa Valley cartographer Tom Jarman creates gorgeous, detailed maps displaying more than 850 wineries and estates highlighting the 16 sub-appellations laid over the topography of the Napa Valley. As owner of wine tour company Destination Napa Valley, understanding the geography complements curating the perfect itinerary. Tom and his team can create your trip with his “Wheels-down to wheels-up” approach to booking your expedition, including securing reservations to some of Napa Valley’s hidden gems while being transported in custom-built executive sprinters hosted by memorable hosts behind vineyard gates. Together, Mappellation and Destination Napa Valley take you on a wine journey beyond compare.

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Arts, Culture & Entertainment

Napa Valley is not a one-note destination—there’s much more than food and wine here to delight your senses and feed your soul.

From art galleries and contemporary public art to performing arts and major festivals, the valley is a canvas for creativity in all forms.

BottleRock Napa Valley

Live Music Takes Center Stage

If you love music in majestic settings, these venues and events are well worth planning a trip around.

Blue Note Napa occupies the first floor of the historic Napa Valley Opera House in downtown Napa, and hosts live jazz and other musical genres year round. In the summer, Blue Note curates Summer Sessions at The Meritage Resort and Spa and hosts an annual three-day Blue Note Jazz Festival. Music fans flock to the region for BottleRock Napa Valley, held every Memorial Day weekend, and the newly minted La Onda Latin music festival. Both lineups feature an eclectic mix of big-name artists and rising stars as well as celebrity chef demonstrations and incredible wine and food. Live In The Vineyard combines music, wine, and food for a wonderful week of elevated conviviality in picturesque vineyard settings. Classical music and Broadway fans swoon over the acclaimed summer concert series, Music in the Vineyards and Broadway and Vine, featuring performances in stunning winery locations across the valley. Festival Napa Valley produces classical music, dance, and theater events and concert series throughout the year, including the flagship Festival Live! in July, Opus One Premieres, and Taste of Napa

HOW TO FESTIVAL

Follow these tips to make your BottleRock experience extra epic.

Book accommodations as soon as the dates are announced for the best options closest to the venue.

Pick your ticket type between General Admission (GA) and VIP three-day passes and single-day GA and VIP tickets. VIP perks include prime viewing areas and access to the VIP Village with premium food and beverage purveyors.

Check the calendar of events happening in conjunction with BottleRock, such as the Vintage and Vinyl kickoff party at Hourglass Wine’s Blueline Estate; AfterDark concerts staged at JaM Cellars Ballroom, Uptown Theatre, and The Garden in downtown Napa; and after-parties held at venues such as Blue Note Napa and The Lincoln.

Extend your stay for at least one extra day to decompress after the excitement— relaxing by a pool does wonders for tired festival feet!

Take advantage of BottleRock buses if you’re coming in from surrounding areas, including San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose, and Oakland; buy your tickets in advance to guarantee a spot.

Wear comfortable shoes and bring a layer for the evening, as temperatures drop after the sun goes down.

Check the bag size limits—large bags and backpacks are not permitted. Prepare to travel light.

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

Museums, Galleries & Artist Studios

Explore evocative visual arts, fascinating regional history, and culinary culture at these treasured Napa Valley venues.

di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, a museum and sculpture park in south Napa, showcases more than 1,600 works of contemporary Northern California artists. Visitors can tour Gordon Huether Studio to see the local sculptor’s airy 15,000-square-foot studio in a converted hay barn. Gallery 1870 is a fine-art gallery featuring contemporary works, including editions of pieces by local artist Mario Chiodo. Located on the second floor of CIA at Copia, the Chuck Williams Culinary Arts Museum displays a collection of more than 4,000 artifacts from the personal collection of Williams-Sonoma’s founder. Napa

Valley Museum Yountville celebrates the valley’s dynamic past while also presenting thought-provoking contemporary installations. Sharpsteen Museum in Calistoga chronicles Napa Valley’s past, ranging from the prehistoric period to the post-World War I era. The Hess Art Collection is a masterpiece composed of contemporary works from renowned international artists; take a guided tour and enjoy a tasting of limited-production wines as exquisite as the art. HALL Wines is renowned for exuberant and playful contemporary artworks, from sculptures to paintings and special installations.

RAIL ARTS DISTRICT: Known as RAD, the Rail Arts District is a semi-industrial corridor of downtown Napa that has been transformed into a two-mile-long outdoor art gallery. Walk or bike to see murals, sculptures, and creative gateways at the junction of the Napa Valley Wine Train and the Napa Valley Vine Trail.

di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art

“When I was a kid, the city of Napa’s population was 20,000. Now it’s upwards of 75,000, but it still feels like a small town. It is conducive to creativity. I can’t imagine doing what I do [elsewhere]. And I’ve been very heartened to see so much diversity coming to Napa vis-à-vis tourism. When I drive downtown and see all manner of people, it means vibrancy to me. It’s so wonderful to see so many happy faces enjoying our valley.

Gordon Huether, local artist

Public Art All Around

Napa Valley is a canvas for dramatic outdoor artworks. Embark upon a self-guided photo tour while documenting a sampling of site-specific murals and sculptures.

Bunny Foo Foo, a 35-foot-tall polished stainless steel sculpture by Lawrence Argent, sits at the entrance of HALL Wines in St. Helena on Highway 29.

Artist Felipe Pantone created the colorful 123-by-20-foot Chromadynamica for Napa mural in the Rail Arts District at 1551 Soscol Avenue.

The Daisy Chain mural by Bryan Valenzuela “celebrates a shared sense of community through these hands lifting one another up out of a background of abstracted swirls and patterns that resemble the chaos.” It’s installed inside the Napa Valley Wine Train Station at 1275 McKinstry Street.

Prolific local artist Gordon Huether’s giant metal Yucca sculpture is installed on the grounds of di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art.

Huether’s eye-catching Fork in front of the CIA at Copia is composed of 8,500 recycled forks and pays tribute to the culinary arts.

Huether also created the monumental steel Infinity sculpture perched at the

highest point of Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection amid vineyards.

In downtown Napa on Main Street across from City Hall, look up to see the nine-foot-tall bronze sculptures of Latino labor activists Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta created by local sculptor Mario Chiodo.

The Grape Crusher sculpture of a vineyard worker sits atop a scenic outlook in south Napa and can be seen along Highway 29. Created by Gino Miles, it’s the largest sculpture cast west of the Mississippi and weighs a whopping 6,000 pounds.

Love Wine Too by Richard Starks is on the grounds of Hotel Villagio. Part of the Yountville Art Walk, a rotating collection of public sculptures, the piece is for sale so get your photos before a collector calls dibs!

The charming simplicity of the I Heart Calistoga mural in downtown Calistoga on Lincoln Avenue calls for a photo op to declare your affection for the bohemian town.

Rail Arts District

Bunny Foo Foo, Hall Wines

The Great Outdoors

There are countless ways to enjoy Napa Valley’s natural beauty and savor the fresh wine country air.

GET ON THE WATER

Navigate the Napa River on a guided kayak tour with Enjoy Napa Valley or rent kayaks or stand-up paddleboards from Napa Valley Paddle. For a less laborintensive, up-close vantage of the river, take a Venetian-style gondola ride with Napa Valley Gondola. Plan a lake day at Lake Berryessa; Pleasure Cove Marina has boat rentals and all the gear you need for a day on the water.

HIKING

Lace up your boots to hit the trails. Hike through hundreds of acres of woodlands and rolling hills at Moore Creek Park in St. Helena. Wander among ancient redwood trees excavated from volcanic ash in Calistoga’s Petrified Forest. Also in Calistoga, Bothe-Napa Valley State Park offers more than 10 miles of trails and Robert Louis Stevenson State Park is home to Mount Saint Helena Trail and Oat Hill Mine Trail—both reward your steps with panoramic views. On the outskirts of Napa, hike Sugarloaf Mountain at Skyline Wilderness Park for views of the San Francisco Bay (on a clear day). Take the short hike to Linda Falls on the western side of Howell Mountain in Angwin and appreciate the natural abundance within the preserve managed by the Land Trust of Napa County.

Napa Valley Gondola

BIKING

Avid cyclists and leisure cruisers have plenty of bike trails to choose from. When it’s fully completed, the paved 47-mile Napa Valley Vine Trail will stretch from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal all the way up to Calistoga. For now, cyclists can start exploring in south Napa and cruise 12.5 miles up to Yountville. The 8.2-mile St. Helena-to-Calistoga segment is also ready to ride. Skilled bikers can share the road with vehicles on the 27-mile Silverado Trail from Napa to Calistoga. At just 1.7 miles, the mostly flat Mossy Rock and Mid-Forest Loop through a forested area in Angwin is family friendly. Las Posadas State Forest Loop challenges mountain bikers with a moderate 4.5-mile trek. A network of bike rental outfitters and tour companies make getting on two wheels easy, especially if you want the extra boost of an e-bike.

TAKE TO THE SKIES

There’s truly no better way to get the lay of the land and admire Napa Valley’s beauty than a hot air balloon ride. Book a flight with Balloons Above the Valley, Napa Valley Aloft, or Napa Valley Balloons, offering flights year round, conditions permitting. Be prepared to rise early—check-in is before sunrise. The views are worth it and you’ll remember the experience forever!

MOUNTAIN SCENIC DRIVE:

CALISTOGA-TO-SPRING

Discover boutique wineries, a three-million-year-old Petrified Forest, and valley views as you explore the back roads of Calistoga and Spring Mountain (22 miles/35 kilometers).

“One of the reasons we moved our family to the area was because of the access to outdoor activities. Napa Valley is a cyclist’s paradise. I love Howell Mountain’s challenging climbs, being rewarded with a descent into St. Helena, and ending with an espresso at our tasting room in downtown St. Helena. When friends and family visit, leisurely rides on the Napa Valley Vine Trail are a must. There’s nothing quite like finishing the day with a glass of Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc and bruschetta on the Clif Family patio.

”Gary Erickson, co-founder and co-owner of Clif Family Winery and Farm

SCENIC DRIVE: SILVERADO TRAIL + HOWELL MOUNTAIN ROAD

Escape into nature on a quiet drive up Silverado Trail and onto Howell Mountain in St. Helena. Stop at Moore Creek Park on Lake Hennessey to stretch your legs and take in some of the most gorgeous views in the valley while sipping at mountainside wineries (38 miles/61 kilometers).

HIGHWAY 128 SCENIC DRIVE: This curvy mountain road through the east side of Napa Valley passes landmark wineries including Charles Krug and a kitschy dive bar while delivering sweeping lake views and plenty of natural beauty (27 miles/43 kilometers).

YOUNTVILLE

Napa Valley Aloft

Family-owned Napa Valley Aloft is one of Napa Valley’s original hot air balloon operators, providing bucket-list experiences since 1978. Embark on a sunrise flight and soar above treetops with a bird’s-eye view of rolling hills and vineyards for an elevated adventure. Napa Valley Aloft is situated at the historic Estate Yountville, home to award-winning hotels and restaurants. (855) 944-4408 nvaloft.com Ge

Say “I Do” to Napa Valley

From elaborate proposals and intimate elopements to grand celebrations and vow-renewal ceremonies, Napa Valley is the dreamiest of dream destinations for all things weddings and romance.

Pre-Wedding Parties

Get away with your nearest and dearest before the big day

If your idea of the ultimate bachelor or bachelorette party involves wine (or beer!) tasting, relaxing at the spa, and hitting the links, then Napa Valley is the destination for your crew. Celebrate the happy couple with a weekend filled with bonding adventures. Take your pick from hot air balloon flights, hikes, cooking classes, mud baths, bike rides, Michelin-starred feasts, and dance parties. Find more “Friend-cation” itinerary ideas on page 150.

Between its resplendent natural beauty, elegant venues, plethora of hotel options, abundant group-friendly entertainment offerings, and easy access to several major airports, couples and wedding guests love reveling in Napa Valley. Of course, the food and wine will be as unforgettable as the walk down the aisle, first dance, and boisterous toasts. The cherry on top? Perfect lighting for photography from sunrise to sunset, ensuring the big day—and every moment between the welcome reception and farewell brunch—will be captured in cinematic style.

Adults-Only Stays

These properties cater to travelers in search of extra peace and quiet, with 18+ or 21+ guest age requirements

Auberge du Soleil

The Blackbird Inn

Candlelight Inn

Embrace Calistoga

The Francis House

BUY OUT A BOUTIQUE INN

Smaller properties you can have all to yourselves

Many of Napa Valley’s accommodations have 30 rooms or fewer, making boutique inns optimal for full buyouts. You can book the entire inn for your party and guests and make it a one-stop-shop destination wedding. Located just two blocks from Calistoga’s main street, The Francis House is reminiscent of a country manor in France. St. Helena’s Harvest Inn is a Tudor-style manor house with several spaces for weddings, including a dramatic vineyard-view terrace. Exchange vows and rings in a lavender garden, pergola, or courtyard at Bann at Oak Knoll Napa. Make the 19thcentury Churchill Manor your wedding day home, where timeless details include ornately carved moldings and mantles and a veranda that beckons for cocktail hour(s). In downtown Napa, the 17-room White House Inn also provides a stately backdrop for nuptials and photos.

TOASTWORTHY BOTTLES: Feature premium Napa Valley sparkling wine producers at your reception, such as CHANDON, JCB Collection, Mumm Napa, Paula Kornell, Domaine Carneros, or Schramsberg Vineyards

Alila Napa Valley

The Inn on First

INN Napa

Auberge du Soleil

The Francis House

Harvest Inn

Active Wine Adventures

“Napa Valley offers diverse venues with their own unique charm and character to perfectly suit every couple. Venues include stunning private estates, offering couples privacy and exclusivity; elegant boutique hotels give the couple and their guests a place to stay and celebrate together; and ranch settings offer couples the ability to put their personal design aesthetic on display. There are venues with views of the mountains, hills, and vineyards, as well as the perfect ballroom for the first dance. And, of course, don’t forget about the wineries that deliver on both beautiful venue options and delicious wine.

”Rebecca Johnson, event planner & owner, Rebecca Johnson Design and O’Donnell Lane

Full-Service Resort Venues

Napa Valley venues with accommodations, event spaces, catering, and more in-house vendor services set the stage for storybook weddings and pre and post celebrations.

Stanly Ranch can accommodate intimate events and grand celebrations alike; the handsome Glasshouse Barn is a modern indoor-outdoor space big enough to fit 450 guests. Host your ceremony on the outdoor terrace at Auberge du Soleil, then wow your guests with a Michelinstarred reception dinner prepared by the resort’s lauded culinary team. Say your vows on the hilltop vineyard lawn that’s surrounded by rolling hills at Carneros Resort and Spa or choose one of the indoor spaces with high ceilings and natural light. The Estate Yountville offers an array of elegant spaces: a barrel room, lush lawns, a vineyard, and a gazebo. Surrounded by nine acres of

vineyards, The Meritage Resort and Spa has 80,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, including a wine cave. Alila Napa Valley is another luxurious resort with gorgeous vineyard backdrops. Silverado Resort has a full team of expert planners, multiple sites surrounded by serene natural beauty, and a gorgeous golf course. Calistoga’s Solage has a flawless event lawn bordered by roses, and indoor spaces including an airy farmhouse with sliding glass walls opening to outdoor terraces. Nearby, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley offers several on-site venues centered around the resort’s vineyard and winery, Elusa.

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Merryvale Vineyards

Uniquely Napa Valley

Make a statement with an untraditional, unexpected venue.

Usher in newly wedded bliss onboard the Napa Valley Wine Train, and make it a night to remember with your family and friends. In downtown Napa, the outdoor amphitheater at CIA at Copia makes for a dramatic backdrop, while the light-filled atrium is perfect for seated dinners. A former monastery and winery, St. Helena’s CIA at Greystone serves up old-world charm with stone-walled barrel rooms and ivy-covered walls. The culinary theme continues at Brasswood Estate, an expansive food and wine complex with multiple venue options. Featuring an Italian culinary program,

Tre Posti’s event spaces include a garden grove and vineyard. Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch delivers modern farmhouse vibes with its barn and vineyard-adjacent lawn. The Cask Room at Merryvale Vineyards is a spectacular setting for wedding receptions, surrounded by historic, 2,000-gallon casks lining the stone walls. Host a rustic, chic wedding at Triple S Ranch, a 12-acre estate in the mountains of Calistoga—up to 60 guests can stay on-site in the restored cabins and Victorian residences. Or embrace the arts with a ceremony in the sculpture meadow at di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art

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Host your corporate event, wine mixer, or reception at Merryvale Vineyards. The Historic Cask Room is a dramatically elegant venue unlike any other in Napa Valley. The secluded but easily accessible Profile Estate Vineyard is an idyllic alfresco setting for lunches, dinners, and weddings.

HELENA

Located in the hills above Calistoga, this historic boutique resort is the perfect setting for a destination wedding. With exclusive and private use of this magical estate, hosted events can include all of the weekend festivities as well as lodging for guests.

CALISTOGA

Tre Posti

Where Creativity is Cultivated

Napa Valley presents the perfect blend of artistry, inspiration, and innovation so you can crush that meeting.

Raymond Vineyards

Let Napa Valley be your canvas for team building. Whether you’re seeking a setting for a board meeting, executive leadership retreat, annual conference, or incentive trip, Napa Valley gives groups the ideal environment to cultivate creativity, embrace innovation, and celebrate a job well done. It’s a world-class destination with an approachable, small-town attitude that instantly puts visitors at ease—productivity feels practically effortless.

Convene in a posh resort or historic landmark; work amongst the rolling vineyards and storied wine caves; or dream up grand plans in eco-friendly hotels and elegant rail cars. Here you’ll find attractive accommodation options of all sizes, with more than 5,400 rooms in 120 lodging properties. Add legendary wineries, extraordinary culinary experiences, restorative wellness treatments, exciting outdoor excursions, and more only-in-Napa Valley activities to the mix, and you have all the key ingredients for a successful meeting.

Team Bonding Inspiration

Team building, the Napa Valley way

Go to VisitNapaValley.com for a full suite of meeting planner resources, including an online Request for Proposal form. Meeting Planner Need-to-Knows

Take cooking classes and demos at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Copia

Custom blend bottles of wine at Raymond Vineyards, Judd’s Hill, and Merryvale Vineyards

Dine and sip as you travel on the Napa Valley Wine Train

Rise and shine with Balloons Above the Valley

Taste olive oil at Round Pond Estate

Napa Valley meeting specs by the numbers

120 lodging properties

5,400+ guest rooms

500,000 square feet of flexible meeting space

400+ wineries open to the public

150 restaurants

250 days of sunshine

4 international airports within a 1.5-hour drive

The Charter Oak

CIA at Copia

Calendar of Events

Napa Valley hosts a lively, diverse mix of annual events. Learn more and stay up to date via VisitNapaValley.com/events.

JANUARY

• Napa Lighted Art Festival

• Napa Truffle Festival

• Napa Valley Restaurant Month

FEBRUARY

• Yountville International Short Film Festival

MARCH

• Mustard Season

• Napa Valley Marathon and Half Marathon

APRIL

• Calistoga Wellness Week

• Napa Valley Women’s Half Marathon & 5K

MAY

• BottleRock Napa Valley

JUNE

• Collective Napa Valley

• La Onda Festival

• Napa Valley Jazz Getaway

JULY

• Calistoga Concerts in the Park

• Festival Napa Valley

• Napa 4th of July Parade & Drone Show

• Napa Friday Nights in the Park

• Napa Porchfest

AUGUST

• Blue Note Jazz Festival

• Main Street Reunion Car Show

• Music in the Vineyards

• Napa Town & County Fair

SEPTEMBER

• Calistoga Harvest Table

Performing arts highlights include opera and orchestra

• Open Studios Napa Valley

• PGA TOUR Procore Championship

NOVEMBER

• Holidays in Calistoga, St. Helena, Yountville, Napa, and American Canyon

DECEMBER

• Napa Christmas Parade

• Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade

NEW TIKI BAR ALERT: Master mixologist Robert Jones opened Robert’s Tropical Table in Calistoga. The vibrant bar and lounge features a menu of expertly crafted tropical cocktails and small plates in a transportive outdoor setting.

Napa Valley Marathon

Fresh from the Farm

Farmers’ markets and farm stands

showcase the region’s seasonal agricultural bounty.

Napa Farmers’ Market

1100 WEST ST. NAPA

Tuesday, 8 a.m.–noon

April–December

Saturday, 8 a.m.–noon

Year-round

St. Helena

Farmers’ Market

360 CRANE AVE.

ST. HELENA

Friday, 7:30 a.m.–noon

May–October

Long Meadow

Ranch Farmstead

Farmers’ Market

738 MAIN ST.

ST. HELENA

Friday, 8 a.m.–noon

November–April

Calistoga

Farmers’ Market

1311 WASHINGTON ST.

CALISTOGA

Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Year-round

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Napa Valley is easily the most beautiful setting for public art. The best way to change an environment and make people feel good is to surround them in art. The more we do that, the better people feel.

Mario Chiodo, renowned Napa Valley-based sculptor

Sounds of Summer

• Napa Friday Nights in the Park

• Yountville Summer Music Series

• St. Helena Summer Concerts

• Music in the Vineyards

• Blue Note Summer Sessions

• Broadway and Vine

• Calistoga Concerts in the Park

• Meet Me In The Street, American Canyon

LAST STOP

Find the perfect Napa Valley memento at the Welcome Center’s Mercantile.

Before you say farewell (for now!) to Napa Valley, stop by the Napa Valley Welcome Center (1300 First Street, Napa) to peruse the Mercantile. This carefully curated collection of locally made and inspired items includes artisanal products, gourmet goods, artwork, collectibles, apparel, and home decor. Whether shopping for yourself or hunting for gifts for loved ones, supporting the Mercantile supports local small businesses and makers.

Napa Valley Newcomers

Recent openings on your radar

A wine tasting collaborative in downtown Napa’s Tannery District, The River Club Napa is a partnership between two family wineries: Belong Wine Co. and Paper Planes Wines. Apero Wine & Spritz Bar introduced Italian-inspired wines and bites, with a menu of low alcohol cocktails and lower-alcohol wines by local women winemakers. A Far Niente Estates brand, Bella Union’s highly anticipated modern “floating jewel box” tasting room debuted in Rutherford, while JeanCharles Boisset opened a new JCB Tasting Salon in St. Helena.

SHOP SUSTAINABLY: Visit Juniper Station in downtown Napa to peruse the curated range of sustainable, thoughtful, and eco-friendly mercantile products. The womenowned business specializes in eco-friendly, non-toxic refillable household and personal care products such as dish soap, sunscreen, lotions, and toothpaste.

Napa Valley Welcome Center

Business Directory

Book winery appointments, make dinner reservations, arrange transportation, find a place to stay, and more. Find full details at VisitNapaValley.com.

Accommodations

1801 First Luxury Inn

A Calistoga Enchanted Cottage

Alila Napa Valley

Andaz Napa

Archer Hotel

Auberge du Soleil

Aurora Park Cottages

Bann at Oak Knoll Napa

Bardessono Hotel & Spa

Bear Flag Inn

EXPERIENCE

NAPA VALLEY

Learn something new.

Classes at Jessel Gallery offer hands-on teaching, plus you’ll leave with a completed work of art. Learn to shoot your camera like a pro during a tour with Art & Clarity, offering tips from top Napa Valley photographers.

Create your own ceramic piece at NBC Pottery.

Bel Abri Napa Valley Inn

Best Western PLUS Inn at the Vines

Best Western Plus Stevenson

Manor Inn

Blackbird Inn and Finch Guest House

Brannan Cottage Inn

Brookside Inn & Vineyards

Cabernet House, an Old World Inn

Calistoga Arbors

Calistoga Inn

Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa

Calistoga Spa Hot Springs

Calistoga Wine Way Inn

Candlelight Inn Napa Valley

Carlin’s Cottage Court

Carneros Resort and Spa

Cedar Gables Inn

Chardonnay Lodge

Chateau de Vie

Christian Brothers Retreat and Conference Center

Churchill Manor

Cottage Grove Inn

Cottages of Napa Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa

Napa Valley

Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs

El Bonita Motel

Elm House Inn

Embassy Suites Napa Valley

Embrace Calistoga

Estate Yountville

Fairfield Inn & Suites Napa

American Canyon

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa & Resort

GoodSpring Motel

Hampton Inn & Suites Napa

Harvest Inn

Hawthorn Inn and Suites by Wyndham

Hennessey House

Hilton Garden Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Hotel Indigo Napa Valley

Hotel Napa Valley, an Old World Inn

Hotel Yountville

Indian Springs Calistoga

Inn at Salvestrin

Inn on Randolph Inn St. Helena

Lavender

Maison Fleurie

Meadowlark Country House & Resort

Meadowood Napa Valley

Milliken Creek Inn

Mount View Hotel & Spa

Napa Discovery Inn

Napa Farmhouse Inn

Napa Inn & Spa

Napa River Inn

Napa Valley Hotel & Suites

Napa Valley Lodge

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel and Spa

Napa Valley Railway Inn

Napa Winery Inn

North Block Hotel

Petit Logis Inn

Pleasure Cove Resort and Marina

Poetry Inn Napa Valley

Potter’s Foothill House

R INN NAPA

Rancho Caymus Inn

River Terrace Inn

RiverPointe Napa Valley

Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort

RustRidge Bed and Breakfast

SENZA Hotel

Silverado Resort

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

Southbridge Napa Valley

Spanish Villa Inn

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Napa

Valley

Stahlecker House Inn

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts

Collection

The Bergson

The Bungalows at Calistoga

The Craftsman Inn

The Francis House

The George

The Ink House

The Inn on First

The Inn on Pine

The Knoll Hotel Napa Valley, Tapestry by Hilton

The McClelland House

The Meritage Resort and Spa

The Setting Inn Napa Valley

The Westin Verasa Napa

Trailside Inn

Triple S Ranch Napa

UpValley Inn & Hot Springs

Vignoble

Vineyard Country Inn

Vino Bello Resort

White House Napa

Wine Country Inn & Cottages Napa

Valley

Wydown Hotel

Arts & Culture

AERENA Galleries Napa

AERENA Galleries St. Helena

American Canyon Ruins

Art & Clarity

Art by BJ Thrailkill

Art Gallery Napa Valley

Arts Council Napa Valley

Ca’ Toga Galleria D’ Arte

Caldwell Snyder Gallery

Calistoga Art Center

Chuck Williams Culinary Arts

Museum

Crave Workshops

Devaux Ranch Studio

di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art

Erin Martin Design

Gallery 1870

Geoff Hansen Photography

Gordon Huether Studio & Gallery

Indian Springs Art Gallery

Jacques Lesec Studio

Jason Perry

Jessel Gallery

Joshua Ryan Murillo

Lisbeth’s Art

MEUSE Gallery

Mikey Kelly

MODmobiles

Nancy Willis Studio

Napa Valley Museum Yountville

NBC Pottery

Nimbus Arts

Patti Chandler Photography

Penelope Paintings

Quent Cordair Fine Art

Rail Arts District (RAD) Napa

Robert Louis Stevenson Museum

Serge Sorokko Gallery

Sharpsteen Museum

Sofie Contemporary Arts

Stix & Stones Gallery

Studio Kokomo

Studio Roeper

The Baker Sisters

The Christopher Hill Gallery

The Gordon Gallery

Villa Ca’ Toga

Vonsaal Design

Yager Galerie

Associate Partners

360 Destination Group

Amadeus Hospitality

BANG Napa Valley

Eclectic Tour Inc.

Flair Marketing Solutions

Irish Coffee Masterclass & Whiskey

Tasting Experience

KillBill Sax

Napa Valley Commons

Rion Designs

Terramar DMC Northern CA

The Fun Cart

W Real Estate

Wine Down Media

Wine Women

Wright Contracting, LLC

Attractions

Ace & Vine

Balloons Above The Valley

Blue Diamond Jeweler

Blue Note Napa

Cameo Cinema

Charsaw Farms

Cole Drake Events

Fat Tire Bike Rentals

Festival Napa Valley

Food and Wine Center at The

Meritage Resort

Getaway Adventures

Glidesdale Adventures

Gourmet Food & Wine Tours

Intimate Weddings Napa Valley

JaM Cellars Ballroom

Jarvis Conservatory

Markley Cove Resort

Moss & Vine Events

Music In The Vineyards

Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides

Napa Valley Balloons

Napa Valley Bike Tours

Napa Valley Distillery

Napa Valley Distillery at the Oxbow

Public Market

Napa Valley Film Festival

Napa Valley Gondola

Napa Valley Wine Academy

Napa Valley Wine Library

Association

Napa Valley Wine Yacht

O’Donnell Lane

Oxbow RiverStage

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Copia

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Greystone

Uptown Theatre

Whiskey Bar at Sky & Vine

Wine Country Bocce

Woodhouse Chocolate

Dining

Ad Hoc

Addendum

ALBA Restaurant at River

Terrace Inn

Andaz Farmers Table

Angèle Restaurant & Bar

Auro

Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca

BANK Cafe & Bar at The Westin

Verasa

Barnhouse Napa Brews

Bear at Stanly Ranch

Boon Fly Café

Bottega Napa Valley

Bouchon Bakery

Bouchon Bistro

Brasswood Bar + Bakery

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen

Brix Restaurant and Gardens

C Casa

Calistoga Depot Distillery

Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery

CAMPO Poolside at Four Seasons

Resort and Residences Napa

Valley

Carpe Diem

Casa Obsidiana

Charlie Palmer Steak at Archer Hotel

Charlie’s

Chispa

Clif Family Bruschetteria

Compline Restaurant

Cook St. Helena

Croccante Artisan Pizza

Crush Lounge at The Meritage Resort

earth & sky chocolates (Calistoga)

earth & sky chocolates (Napa)

Eiko’s

Eiko’s at Oxbow

Ember Steak at The Meritage Resort

FARM Restaurant + Bar

Fivetown Grocery at The Meritage Resort

Fleetwood Restaurant Forum at Meadowood

Frankie’s Deli & Market

Gatehouse Restaurant at

The Culinary Institute of America

Gavel at Stanly Ranch

Goose & Gander

Gott’s Roadside (Napa)

Gott’s Roadside (St. Helena)

Grille 29 at Embassy Suites

Harvest Table

House Of Better

JCB Parlor Car

Kenzo Napa

Kitchen Door

Kollar Chocolates

La Calenda

La Cheve Bakery and Brews

La Palmeraie

La Toque

Little Hollywood Baking Co.

Little Summer at Napa Valley

Marriott

Loveski Deli

Lucy Restaurant & Bar at

Bardessono

Lunch Box At Copia

Madeleine’s Macarons

Market

Market at Carneros Resort and Spa

Mercantile Social at Andaz Napa

Napa Noodles

Napa Palisades Saloon

Napa Yard - Oxbow Gardens

NO|MA House Café and Collective

Norman Rose Tavern

Nosh Napa

Oakville Grocery

Olive & Hay at The Meritage Resort

Osha Thai

Oxbow Public Market

Picobar at Solage Calistoga

Pizzeria Tra Vigne

PRESS Restaurant

RO Restaurant & Lounge

Salvia Terrace & Bar

Sam’s General Store

Sam’s Social Club

Silverado Market and Bakery

Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar at Archer

Hotel

Solbar at Solage Calistoga

South Yard at Napa Valley Marriott

Southside Cafe

Sushi Mambo

GOOD READS!

A shop for book lovers opens

Wild Plum Books is a welcome addition to St. Helena’s happening Main Street. Stop in the cheerful indie bookshop to browse the selection of best-sellers, new releases, young adult fiction, classics, kids’ reads, and more.

Dining cont’d

Table 29 Bistro & Bar at DoubleTree

Tarla Mediterranean Grill

The ArBARetum

The Bakery Café at CIA Greystone

The Bar at Auberge du Soleil

The Charter Oak

The Grill at Silverado Resort

The Grove At Copia

The Hero Coffee Co.

The Hollywood Room at Napa Valley Distillery

The Kitchen at Priest Ranch

The Lincoln

The Q Restaurant and Bar

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

The Restaurant at Meadowood

Napa Valley

The Restaurant at North Block

TORC

TRUSS Restaurant + Bar at Four

Seasons Resort and Residences

Napa Valley

Villa Corona

Villa Corona St. Helena

Violetto at Alila Napa Valley

Wilfred’s Lounge

Planning Services

A Wine and Dine Event

ACCESS Destination Services

American Canyon Welcome Center

Calistoga Welcome Center

Cultured Vine

Destination Design Group

Destination Napa Valley

ETHOS Event Collective

Farm + Vine Catering

Impact Destinations and Events

Insider Experience

Napa Valley Itinerary Planner

Relevé Unlimited

RMC, Your Destination Connection

St. Helena Welcome Center

Tre Posti

Verve Napa Valley

Yountville Welcome Center

Shopping

Anette’s Chocolates

Calistoga Depot

Compline Wine Shop

Creations Fine Jewelers

Finesse, The Store

First Street Napa

Grove 45 Olive Oil

Historic Napa Mill

New West KnifeWorks

Ohm Coffee Roasters

The Marketplace at Copia

The Spice Islands Marketplace at CIA Greystone

V Marketplace

Tours & Transportation

Active Wine Adventures

Alta Transportation

Andrew’s Tours and Transportation

Beau Wine Tours and Limousine

Services

California Wine Tours and Transportation

Dynamic Napa Wine Tours

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Evans Transportation

Exclusive Napa Wine Tours

Got Luxury Ride

Green Dream Tours

Laces and Limos

Master Wine Tours

Napa Designated

Napa Driving Service

Napa Native Tours

Napa Pedal Crusher

Napa Valley Car Club

Napa Valley Supercars

Napa Valley Tours & Transportation

Napa Valley Wine Country Tours

Napa Valley Wine Train

Napa Valley Wine Trolley

Napa Wine Safari

Phenomenal Limos and Wine Tours

Platypus Wine Tours

Pure Luxury Transportation

SafeRide Wine Tours

Savor Napa Valley Wine Tours

True Elegance

Vine Trail Adventures

Wine Country Airporter

Wellness

b Spa at Bardessono

Baths at Roman Spa Resort

Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa

Halehouse Spa at Stanly Ranch

MoonAcre Spa & Baths

Napa Valley Massage and Wellness

Rendez Veuve Spa at Estate

Yountville

Rooftop Spa at Archer Hotel

Spa Alila at Alila Napa Valley

Spa & Baths at Dr. Wilkinson’s

Spa at Carneros

Spa Calistoga at Calistoga Spa Hot Springs

Spa Solage at Solage Calistoga

Spa Talisa at Four Seasons Resort

and Residences Napa Valley

Spa Terra at The Meritage Resort

SpaWell Napa at Napa Valley Marriott

The Spa at Indian Springs Calistoga

The Spa at Meadowood Napa Valley

The Spa at Napa River Inn

The Spa at Silverado Resort

True Spa Calistoga at Mount View Hotel

Wineries

Acumen Wine

Adaptation

Alpha Omega Collective Tasting Room

Alpha Omega Winery

Altamura Vineyards and Winery

Amulet Estate

Anarchist Wine Co.

Antinori Napa Valley

Arch & Tower

Artesa Vineyard & Winery

AXR Napa Valley

Azur Wine Lounge

B Cellars

Baldacci Family Vineyards

Ballentine Vineyards

Bazan Cellars

Be Bubbly Napa Valley

Beaulieu Vineyard

Bella Union Winery

Benessere Vineyards

Bennett Lane Winery

Beringer Vineyards

Black Stallion Winery

Bonita Bonita

Bouchaine Vineyards

Bougetz Cellars Tasting Room

Brasswood Estate

Bread & Butter Wines

Burgess Cellars

Cadet Wine + Beer Bar

Cakebread Cellars

Calmere Estate Winery

CAMi Vineyards

Canard Vineyard

Castello di Amorosa

Cathiard Vineyard

Caymus Vineyards

CHANDON

Charles Krug Winery

Chateau Buena Vista

Chateau Montelena Winery

Chimney Rock Winery

Clif Family Winery

Cliff Lede Vineyards

Clos du Val

Cornerstone Cellars

Covert Estate

Crocker & Starr Winery

Cuvaison

Davies Vineyards

Davis Estates

Domaine Carneros

Eleven Eleven Wines

Elizabeth Spencer Winery

Elusa Winery

Etude

Fantesca Estate & Winery

Far Niente Winery

Flora Springs Tasting Room

Frank Family Vineyards

Gamling & McDuck Tasting Room

Ghost Block Estate Wines

Goosecross Cellars

Grgich Hills Estate

Groth Vineyards & Winery

Hagafen Cellars

HALL Rutherford

HALL Wines

Handwritten Wines

Heitz Cellar

Hess Persson Estates

Hill Family Estate

Hope & Grace Wines

Housley Napa Valley

Inglenook

Ink Grade

JaM Cellars

Jarvis Estate

JCB St. Helena

JCB Yountville

John Anthony Wine & Spirits

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Judd’s Hill Winery

Kenzo Estate

Keplinger Wines

Kerr Cellars

Krupp Brothers Tasting Room

Downtown

Krupp Brothers Winery and Estate

Laird Family Estate

Levendi Winery

LOLA Wines

Louis M. Martini Winery

MaCo Vineyards Tasting Room

Maison Fayard

Maria Concetto Winery

Mark Herold Wines

Markham Vineyards

Materra | Cunat Family Vineyards

Mathew Bruno Napa Valley

Maxville Winery

Mayacamas Downtown

Mayacamas Vineyards

Mending Wall

Merryvale Vineyards

Michael Pozzan Winery

Miner Family Winery

Mumm Napa

Museion

Newton Vineyard

Nichelini Family Winery

Nickel & Nickel

Oakville Wine Merchant

O’Brien Estate

Odette Estate Winery

ONEHOPE Winery

Orin Swift Cellars

Outer Space Wines

Padis Jewelry & Tasting Room

Pahlmeyer Winery

Paloma Vineyard

Peju Winery

Picayune Cellars

Pine Ridge Vineyards

PlumpJack Winery

Pride Mountain Vineyards

Priest Ranch

Quintessa

Quixote Winery

Raymond Vineyards

RD Winery

Regusci Winery

Reynolds Family Winery

Robert Biale Vineyards

Robert Craig Winery Tasting Salon

Robert Mondavi Winery

Rombauer Vineyards

Round Pond Estate

Rutherford Hill Winery

Rutherford Ranch Winery

Saintsbury

Salvestrin Winery

Sequoia Grove Winery

Shadybrook Estate Winery

Shafer Vineyards

Silver Oak Cellars

Silverado Vineyards

Somerston Estate

St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Stags’ Leap Winery

Sterling Vineyards

Stony Hill Vineyard

Sullivan Rutherford Estate

Sunrise Ranch Winery

T-Vine Winery

Tamber Bey Vineyards

The Haven Cocktail Lounge

The Prisoner Wine Company

The Saint

The Vice

The Village at The Meritage Resort

The Wine Foundry

Trefethen Family Vineyards

Tres Sabores

Trinitas Cellars

Twomey Cellars

V. Sattui Winery

V12 Vineyards

Vermeil Wines

Viader Vineyards & Winery

Vineyard 29

Vineyard 29 Tasting Room

Vintner’s Collective

WALT Wines

Westwood Wine

Whetstone Wine Cellars

Whitehall Lane Winery

Wine Girl Napa Valley

ZD Wines

Kenzo

Napa Valley Wine Train

Valley

Celebrate 160 historic years of the Napa Valley Railroad and 35 years of the iconic Napa Valley Wine Train. Embarking daily, antique trains transport you back to the golden age of rail travel. Explore a collection of 14 distinctive and bespoke journeys awaiting you on board—from tasting experiences to laid-back foodie affairs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. All experiences feature the spectacular scenic backdrop of Napa Valley, informative and attentive service from a talented team, multi-course gourmet meals prepared to order in bustling onboard kitchens, a robust selection of world-class Napa Valley wines to pair with your meal, and intimate moments to share and remember forever.

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CALISTOGA

ST. HELENA

Auberge du Soleil

Auberge du Soleil

Contents

WHERE TO STAY

SIP IN STYLE

A VERITABLE FEAST

ITINERARY INSPIRATION

Pure Luxury Transportation

Napa Valley Gondola

Welcome

Follow, Tag & Share

Chandon

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THE ESSENCE OF

THE EMBODIMENT OF

THE ART OF

THE CRAFT OF

THE SPIRIT OF

THE JOY OF Fun & Play

The Bungalows at Calistoga

Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Napa Valley

A Sense of Place

Historic Highlights

Forever Green

Black-Owned Wineries

165 Years of Winemaking

Arch & Tower

Our Towns

American Canyon: For the Outdoorsy Types

City of Napa: For the Young at Heart

Yountville: For the Culinary Connoisseurs

St. Helena: For the Stylish Set

Calistoga: For the Wellness Warriors

Riverfront Napa

Historic Napa Mill

Spa

3. Sweetie Pies

5 Angèle Restaurant

American Canyon

Inn

Holiday Inn

Express & Suites

Express & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Napa Valley American Canyon

DoubleTree by Hilton Napa Valley American

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Napa American Canyon

Napa American Canyon

Let Napa Valley Be Your Playground

WHAT’S IN SEASON

SPRING: MARCH–MAY

SUMMER: JUNE–AUGUST

Mustard Season

Mustard Season

What to Wear

HIS NIGHT

Beau Wine Tours

Arrivals & Departures

BY AIR

BY LAND

BY WATER

NAVIGATING NAPA VALLEY

Napa Valley Tours & Transportation

True Elegance

San Francisco International Airport

Pure Luxury Transportation

V. Sattui Winery

Hospitality Starts Here

Embassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences

Valley

Accommodations for All

ACCESSIBLE HOTELS

Boutique Inns for the Win

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