The Napa Valley Wineries
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Why Go
The Napa Valley is home to 250 wineries that stretch from the town of Napa on the southern end to Calistoga at the north end.
The Cost
Wine tasting and wine tour rates at the Napa Valley wineries typically range from $5 to $20.
Wineries Near Calistoga
In Calistoga, visit Schramsberg Cellars (800-877-3623, www.schramsberg.com) and tour its 19th century historic Champagne caves.
Take a ride on the aerial tram to the mountaintop winery of Sterling Vineyards (800-726-6136, www.sterlingvineyards.com).
The Napa Valley Wineries Near St. Helena
The charming town of St. Helena in the middle of the Napa Valley is home to the Beringer Vineyards (707-963-7115, www.beringer.com), the oldest continuously operating winery in Napa Valley. Beringer Vineyards was the first winery to begin offering wine tours in 1934.
Merryvale (707-963-7777, www.merryvale.com) is a family-owned Napa Valley winery which offers weekend wine seminars and barrel tastings.
During the warmer season, stop for a picnic at the V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena (707-963-7774, www.vsattui.com). The winery has a gourmet Cheese Shop and Deli surrounded by two and a half acres of tree-shaded picnic grounds.
Wineries Near The Town of Napa
Andretti Winery (707-261-1717 www.andrettiwinery.com) has a tasting room open daily and offers tours by appointment.
Domaine Carneros (707-257-0101, www.domainecarneros.com) features a grand chateau complete with a Louis XV style salon and a scenic terrace. Guided tours are offered daily.
Where to Stay
Calistoga Ranch is a luxury getaway with 46 free-standing lodges near the town of Calistoga. Harvest Inn is located in St. Helena. Other great options include the Carneros Inn, the Napa Valley Lodge and the luxury Auberge du Soleil.
Find out more about the Napa Valley and plan your wine country getaway.
