There are more than 400 wineries operating in Napa Valley, and at the time we are writing this article, 90 of them have wine tasting rooms that are open to the public. Most request that you make reservations in advance so they can ensure proper staffing levels. Here are 10 of the best Napa Valley wineries to visit for a wine tasting. The cost of the private wine tastings in Napa Valley varies widely by winery. They range from $30 to $100 per person.
There are dozens of small family run wineries making exceptional wines that do not offer wine tastings to the general public. Don’t despair! Many of these wineries will offer private wine tastings to groups that make reservations well in advance. Here is our list of the best wineries in Napa Valley offering only a private group wine tasting. The cost of the private wine tastings in Napa Valley varies widely by winery. They range from $30 to $100 per person.
Several wineries in Napa Valley stage their wine tasting experiences in underground wine caves. Imagine how peaceful it feels to taste vintage wines in the quiet and cool calm of a subterranean wine cave. Often these tastings are preceded by a tour through the wine cases where you can see wines aging in both barrels and bottles.The moist slightly musty vanilla oak smell that wafts through these caves is unforgettable. The cost of the private wine tastings in Napa Valley varies widely by winery. They range from $30 to $100 per person.
The city of Napa lies in the southernmost end of Napa Valley, It has is home to many fine restaurants, and in addition, several wineries have set-up wine tasting rooms in the city. This is a convenient, pedestrian friendly way to sample a lot of quality wines. Most of the wine tasting spots and restaurants lie in the city of Napa, between route 29 and route 121, near the Napa river. Reservations are not required. Tasting fees apply.
With over 400 wineries located within Napa Valley, and over 100 open for public or private tastings, it can be daunting to decide which ones to visit if you only have a few days in wine count. You may also be concerned about how impaired you will be after multiple wine tastings. Relax - there are a host of experienced wine country touring companies that will take care of all the details for you, from making reservations for the wine tastings to picking you up at your vacation rental home or hotel, to driving you to and from your wine tastings. Here is a list of the best Napa Valley wine tour companies for wine tastings.
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