NVDT0414

1

x

Spring/Summer 2014

NINEWINE TAST ING

TRIPS

from Calistoga to Carneros

THIRTY-ONETASTING ROOM REVIEWS31

DAY TRIPSNapa Valley Preferred Wine Country

9

New! Napa Valley Favorites:• Unique Winery Experiences• Culinary Adventures• Cave Tours & Tastings• Outdoor Escapades

Plus Dining Directory and Wineries by Varietal

P U B L I C A T I O N

BR

OW

NS

VA

LL

EY

RD

Not To Scale

TUBBS LANE

BALE LANE

POPE ST

SKELLENGER

SILVERADO TRAIL

HARDMAN LANE

TRANCAS AVENUE

1st ST.

TO GEYSERVILLEALEXANDER VALLEY

HENRY RD.

TO SANTA ROSA

DEER PARK

PRATT

128

12

116

12

12121

TO SACRAMENTO

TO VALLEJO

ACACIA/OROGENY

By Appointment

CHIL

ES P

OPE

VA

LLEY

RD

BROWNS VALLEY RD

TO LAKE BERRYESSA

ANDSACRAMENTO

TO CLEAR LAKE

TO HWY. 128

OLD SONOMA RD.

SANIT

A

RIUM

CRYSTAL SPRINGS

LakeBerryessa

CARNEROS RD

LO

S C

AR

NE

RO

S R

D

POPE VALLEY

CASTELLODI AMOROSA

LINDA VISTA

MT.

VE

ED

ER

WHITEHALL LANE

BENNETT LANE

WHITEHALL LANE

LakeHennessey

BUTTS CANYON RD

O A KVILLE GRADE

DRY CREEK RD

CHARTER OAK

HO

WE

LL

MT

N

ETUDE

STAGS’ LEAP WINERY

VIADERBURGESS

THE HESSCOLLECTION

WEST IMOLA

KAISER

NA

PA

VA

LL

EY

CO

RP

OR

AT

E D

R

AIRPORT BLVD

KA

ISE

R

BASALT

JAMIESON RANCHVINEYARDS

12

E. 3RD AVE.

HAGEN RD

4T

H A

VE

.

LAR

KM

EAD

FRANKFAMILY

OAK KNOLL AVE

CUVAISONESTATEWINES

C

COOMBSVILLE RD.

GR

EEN V

ALLEY

3R

D A

VE

.

MADISON

WA

SH

ING

TO

N

BIG

RA

NC

H R

D

PARTRICK RD

THO

MPSO

N A

VE

HHeH

SAGE CANYON

NAPA

American Canyon

Sonoma

29

29

29121

121

29

128

128

WH

ITE

COTT

AGE

HOWELL MTN

SUMMIT LAKE DR

BERINGERVINEYARDS

REDWOOD ROAD

DU

HIG

RD

CU

TT

ING

S W

HA

RF

RD

LAS AMIGAS

MA

IN

JE

FF

ER

SO

N

RUTHERFORD HILL

RUTHERFORD RANCH R

UTH

ERFORD HILL

HOWELL MTN

ROSSI

CONN VALLEY

POPE VALLEYWINERY

SPRING MTN

SONOMA

TULOCAY

KULETO

BRAVANTE

V. SATTUI

LINCOLN

YOUNTVILLE CROSSROAD

BALLENTINEST. CLEMENT

VINEYARD

CALISTOGABALLOONS

DU

NA

WEA

L

DEER PARK

NICHELINI FAMILY

MERRYVALEVINEYARDS

LODI

REDWOOD ROAD

DEA

LY R

D

BORDEAUX

ZINFANDEL LN.

128

OLD FAITHFULGEYSER

OF SONOMA

MADRONA

MONTICELLO R

OAD

SO

SC

OL

121

STERLINGVINEYARDS

BEAULIEUVINEYARD

HEWITT/PROVENANCE

CUVAISONESTATEWINES

TRINCHERONAPA VALLEY

HAGAFEN CELLARS

SOSCOL

CA’ MOMINAPA VALLEY

CAPP HERITAGEVINEYARDS

ROBERT MONDAVIWINERY OAKVILLE CROSSROAD

RUTHERFORD CROSSROAD

HALLWINES

LEE YOUNGMANGALLERIES

THE CAVES ATSODA CANYON

SO

DA

CA

NY

ON

RO

AD

KELLY

NAPA VALLEYALOFT

MT. VEEDER/LOS CARNEROS

PAGE 59-62

See the complete map of Napa Valley

Wineries on |pages 70 & 71

DAY TRIPROUTES

Not to Scale

NAPAPAGE 50-54

STAGS LEAPPAGE 55-58

RUTHERFORD/OAKVILLEPAGE 45-49

ST. HELENAPAGE 37-44

ON & AROUNDHOWELL MTN

PAGE 28-32

SAGE CANYONPAGE 33-36

CALISTOGAPAGE 22-27

20-21 | HERITAGE WINE TRAILAcacia Vineyard/Orogeny Vineyards, 20Beaulieu Vineyard, 20Hewitt Vineyard/Provenance Vineyards, 21Sterling Vineyards, 21

22-27 | CALISTOGACastello di Amorosa, 24Frank Family Vineyards, 25Cuvaison Estate Wines, 26Lee Youngman Galleries, 27

28-32 | HOWELL MOUNTAINPope Valley Winery, 29Bravante Vineyards, 30Viader Vineyards, 31Burgess Cellars, 32

33-36 | SAGE CANYON Nichelini Family Winery, 34Kuleto Estate, 35Rutherford Ranch Winery, 36

37-44 | ST. HELENATrinchero Napa Valley, 38 Ballentine Vineyards, 39St. Clement Vineyard, 40Beringer Vineyards, 41Merryvale Vineyards, 42HALL St. Helena, 43V. Sattui Winery, 44

45-49 | RUTHERFORD/OAKVILLERutherford Ranch Winery, 46Whitehall Lane Winery, 47Rutherford Hill Winery, 48Robert Mondavi Winery, 49

50-54 | NAPAJamieson Ranch Vineyards, 51Capp Heritage Vineyards, 52Ca’ Momi Napa Valley, 53Tulocay Winery, 54

55-58 | STAGS LEAPHagafen Cellars, 56The Caves at Soda Canyon, 57Stags’ Leap Winery, 58

59-62| MT. VEEDER & LOS CARNEROSThe Hess Collection, 60Etude Wines, 61Cuvaison Estate Wines, 62

66-69 | VARIETALS CHARTHave a favorite varietal?Check for wineries to visit.

70-71 | NAPA VALLEY WINERIES MAPFind any Napa Valley winery

2 | DAY TRIPS MAP5 | HEADING TO THE TASTING ROOM

Helpful tips to make the mostof your visit through Wine Country

6 | DO THE MATHHow much of this does it taketo make that?

7 | WINEOLOGY By Len NapolitanoHow does wine get so manyflavors and aromas?

8-9 | UNIQUE WINERY EXPERIENCES

10-11 | CULINARY ADVENTURES

12-13 | CAVE TOURS & TASTING

14-15 | OUTDOOR ESCAPADES

16-19 | TOURINGDestiny Wine Tours, 16 Calistoga Balloons, 17 Napa Valley Wine Train, 18Napa Valley Aloft, 19Old Faithful Geyser of California, 22

27 | FINE ARTLee Youngman Galleries, 27

63-65 | DINING GUIDEPreferred Napa Valley Restaurants

EXTRASFEATURED DAY TRIPS

DAY TRIPSNapa Valley Preferred Wine Country

Spring/Summer 2014

TASTING ROOMS

Acacia Vineyard The Heritage Wine Trail 20Ballentine Vineyards 39Beaulieu Vineyard The Heritage Wine Trail 21Beringer Vineyards 41Bravante Vineyards 30Buoncristiani Family Winery The Caves at Soda Canyon 57Burgess Cellars 32Ca’ Momi Napa Valley 53Capp Heritage Vineyards 52Castello di Amorosa 24The Caves at Soda Canyon 57Cuvaison Estate Wines 26/62Etude Wines 61Frank Family Vineyards 25Hagafen Cellars 56HALL St. Helena 43Hewitt Vineyard The Heritage Wine Trail 21The Heritage Wine Trail 20-21The Hess Collection 60Jamieson Ranch Vineyards 51Kuleto Estate 35Lobo Wines The Caves at Soda Canyon 57Merryvale Vineyards 42Nichelini Family Winery 34Orogeny Vineyards The Heritage Wine Trail 20Patland Estate Winery The Caves at Soda Canyon 57Pope Valley Winery 29Provenance Vineyards The Heritage Wine Trail 21Robert Mondavi Winery 49Rutherford Hill Winery 48Rutherford Ranch Winery 36/46St. Clement Vineyard 40Stags’ Leap Winery 58Sterling Vineyards The Heritage Wine Trail 20Tulocay Winery 54Trinchero Napa Valley 38V. Sattui Winery 44Viader Vineyards 31Waugh Cellars The Caves at Soda Canyon 57Whitehall Lane Winery 47

SPRING/SUMMER 2014

669 Broadway, Suite B

Sonoma, CA 95476

P.O. Box 92

El Verano, CA 95433

707-938-3494 Fax 707-938-3674

PUBLISHERMike Giangreco

Direct (707) [email protected]

MANAGING EDITORChandra Grant

Phone 707-938-1783Fax 707-938-3674

[email protected]

ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVERoseAnn TrzesniewskiPhone 707-334-1930

Fax [email protected]

OFFICE MANAGERCathy Gore

Phone 707-938-3494Fax 707-938-3674

Email [email protected]

EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS

Introductions by Abigail Zimmerman

Michelle Baker, Dawn Marie Carlson,Alexandra Charsley, Ronda Giangreco,

Mindy Joyce, Charles Neave, Denise Oliffe, Josh Stein, Sue Straight, The Wine WenchAbigail Zimmerman, Bonnie Zimmerman

LOOK FOR US ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER!

www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

A Publication of

31 Preferred Napa Valley Tasting Room Reviews

COVER IMAGE COURTESY OF

THE CAVES AT SODA CANYON

4 www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

5www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

Do not be intimidated forany reason. That is rule numberone (and there are very few realrules after that). For the mostpart, going wine tasting is aboutthe easiest thing in the world,especially here in Californiawhere wineries and tastingrooms abound. You can findwineries specializing in redwines of all types, those that arefamous for their white winesand others who pour sparkling wine. It is a matter ofdoing a little research and planning your day. Most tastingrooms open around 10 a.m. and close between 4:30 and6 p.m.

Before you start off pack a few essentials: Water(plenty of water) and something to snack on – crackers ora baguette. Many wineries have picnic areas and there areplenty of delis and bakeries that can make up a lunch foryou, or make your own. Which brings us to eating anddrinking, the kind that doesn’t directly involve wine.

Be sure to nibble during the day and make sure youmake time for lunch. Two tips: drink at least twice asmuch water as you do wine, and remember that youdon’t have to drink everything poured into your glass.There is a reason tasting bars have dump buckets and apitcher of water to wash out your glass.

That said, here are some tips that have proven to behelpful and are designed to help make the sensoryadventure of wine tasting all the more enjoyable.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Time and time againI have heard knowledgeable winery workers say thatthere is no such thing as a stupid question, and theymean that.

You can drink what you want, in the order you want.If you only like reds, say so; if you don’t like sweet wines,speak up. But the idea of starting with whites, then goingon to reds and then sweet wines is a good guide.

Zinfandel is red. I am sure you know that but it neverhurts to remind everyone.

If there is a particular wine you want to try and it isnot on the list, ask. There might be a bottle around thatwas opened for a trade tasting or by the winemaker. Mosttasting rooms are happy to pour a little if you showenthusiasm.

If you plan to take wine home with you, either in the

car or on a plane, buy acardboard box with Styrofoamwine inserts. Fill it during theday and this keeps wine fromrolling around in the trunk.

Check out the smallerwineries. It is a revelation.

Take notes on the wines youmost enjoyed.

Take advantage of tourswhen the winery offers them,but keep in mind that they take

anywhere from 20 minutes to well over an hour, so one aday is plenty.

Buy wines that you can only find at the winery.These often include smaller (375 ml) bottles of limitedproduction Ports or dessert wines. Don’t buy a wine youcan get at a supermarket back home. You’ll pay more, andbesides, what’s the point?

Look for tasting rooms in towns. Many of these arecooperative tasting rooms, where in one place you mightfind wines from a dozen or more small-to-mediumpremium producers. They are scattered throughout thearea and more are opening all the time.

Don’t give too much thought to ratings and vintages.It’s like art: if you like it, it’s a good wine. It is as simple asthat.

Remember that you don’t have to do the driving. Ittakes no more than a phone call to rent anything from aTown Car or restored classic convertible to stretch limosand a 20-passenger bus. All have drivers that will stowyour wine for you and the local companies know thearea. As to taking that wine home, ten people sharing oneof those impossibly long limousines is fine and fun, but ifyou all plan to buy a couple of cases the trunk – which isno bigger than a normal luxury cars – is going to fill upfast and you’re going to find yourself filling the interiorfloor with boxes and using cases of Cabernet as footrest.

Tell the transportation company what you have inmind and listen to their advice. They know the territoryand the people and personalities.

Know your limits. If you get close to it let others tasteand you can listen. It beats ending the day in a blur, andif need be calling a taxi is cheaper than the alternative.

And if at a seated tasting, don’t be afraid to leave agratuity. It’s more than worth the five or ten dollars to getwisdom – and wine – and a great time. BY CHARLES NEAVE

Heading to the Tasting Room


An acre of vineyard land can give the grower:…four-five tons of grapes (though it is also less, de-pending on a variety of farming and winemakingpractices, and on the varietal and the vineyard location) which will give you 797 gallons of juice (or thirteen-and-a-half barrels) which is pretty closeto four thousand bottles of wine .

One standard oak barrel of wine holds:…295 bottles of wine (or 59 gallons) made from 740 pounds of grapeswhich works out to almost – but not precisely – 24+ cases of wine.

One of the questions most asked when it comes to wine is how much of this does it take to make that, and so on. We won’tpretend that it’s simple, but here are some industry statistics that will give a pretty good answer to that query. As with any-thing agricultural, of course, they are all based on countless variables when it comes to acre yields, but this is a good startingpoint. The rest of the information varies little if at all.

What does all that information on a wine label mean?The U.S. Department of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms regulates winelabels and requires that information be given in a straightforwardway. Basically, you will want to look for the types of grapes grown,where the grapes are grown and when the grapes were picked.

• Brand name

• Designation for a special wine

• Vineyard or appellation known for its grapes might be designated

• Location where the grapes used were grown

• Grape Variety used

• Vintage year in which the grapes were picked

• Location where the wine was made and/or bottled(Not to be confused with the area the grapes are grown.)

• Alcohol content may be stated or the the label may simply say "Table Wine”

XYZ WineryRESERVE

Stags Leap

Napa Valley

CABERNET SAUVIGNON

2002

Produced and Bottled by XYZ winery, Napa, California

ALCOHOL 14.6% BY VOLUME

=A case of wine includes:…a dozen 750 ml bottles (or 24 half bottles) or 307.2 ounces total, which comes from almost 30 pounds of grapes.

A single bottle contains:…750 ml of wine which is 25.6 ounces madefrom about 2.4 pounds of grapes (39 oz.) and isenough for four or maybe five glasses.

DO THE MATH


Each type of grape, also referred to as agrape variety – from Chardonnay toZinfandel – gets its primary flavors as itgrows on the vine; it creates a “default”flavor profile based on the grape’s geneticcomposition. This primary flavor profileforms the grape’s true varietal character.For example, you may have noticed flavorsand aromas similar to melon and tropicalfruit in virtually every Chardonnay;blackcurrant and cassis in CabernetSauvignon; red and black cherry in PinotNoir. Although there are always variations indegree, these characteristics are fairly typicalof wines made from these grapes regardlessof where the wine is made or who makes it.True varietal character develops as thegrapevine, like all plants, converts sunlightenergy to chemical activity in the naturalprocess of photosynthesis.

Yeast, a microscopic organism living ongrape skins, gets to work releasing truevarietal character – and creating even moreflavors – once thousands of grapes havebeen picked from vines, cracked open, andtransferred to a tank or bin. As sugar in thegrapes is converted into alcohol by yeast,sweet fresh juice evolves into dry, potentwine. Later, even more wine flavors andaromas emerge during the wine’s aging

period when chemical compounds interactwith each other and microscopic amounts ofair. Generally, fragrance developed duringaging is referred to as wine bouquet, while“aroma” derives directly from fermentation.

Wines aged in oak barrels get additionalcontributions of aroma and flavor fromwood, variable due to differences in both thegeographic origin of the tree (most often,America or France) and the degree to whichthe wood is toasted (heated by exposure toan open flame). Toasted oak can add hintsof coconut, vanilla, mocha, coffee, toastedbread, or clove, among other aspects, whileinjecting sweetness to the wine’s bouquet.Brand new barrels filled with wine for thefirst time add these qualities withsignificantly greater impact than olderbarrels. Old, aroma-less barrels, referred toas neutral, are used to hold wine duringaging without adding new flavors.

While primary flavors and aromasoriginate from grapes, specifically, it’s thegrape skin that gives color to wine.

How does wine get somany flavors and aromas?

Len Napolitano lives in San Luis Obispo County and is certified in wine by the Society of Wine Educators, Wine & Spirits Education Trust and Chicago Wine School andcontinually gains knowledge from his frequent contact with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com. Send your questions about wine to: [email protected] or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of Wine Country This Week magazine.

Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.

Learn more about wine!For past Wineology columns, scan the QR code with your

smart phone application or go towww.WineCountry ThisWeek.com

and search “Wineology.”

WINEOLOGY Intelligence for The Wine Consumer BY LEN NAPOLITANO

www.WineCountryThisWeek.comEastside Bunch www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

UNIQUE WINERY EXPERIENCES

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED UNIQUE WINERY EXPERIENCESBEAULIEU VINEYARDS [Rutherford]Treat yourself to an intimate experience at one of Napa’s finest historic wineries 1-800-264-6918 | bvwines.comPEJU WINERY [Rutherford]Barrel tasting, artisan cheeses, interactive culinary experiences, amazing gardens 1-800-446-7358 | www.peju.com

BURGESS CELLARS [Deer Park]A tasting experience unlike most wineries: A short drive fromSilverado Trail in Napa, Burgess Cellars is located high on HowellMountain with breathtaking views. Tom Burgess bought his smallmountain-side winery in 1972 and can trace its origins to a winerythat was established there in the 1880s. Wine tastings take place inthe barrel room often led by one of the family members. Burgesswines are elegant and complex with purity and balance. Theirflagship wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, thrives on the western slopes ofHowell Mountain nearby.1108 Deer Park Road, Deer Park, CA 94576, 1-800-752-9463Open by appointment only | www.burgesscellars.com

RUTHERFORD RANCH WINERY [St. Helena]

Wine and Chocolate PairingDelicious and decadent, the Rutherford Ranch “Wine andChocolate Pairing,” has become a Napa Valley must!In 2013, Rutherford Ranch Winery was awarded “Napa Wineryof the Year” by the New York Int’l Wine Competition – find outwhy. Award-winning premium portfolio includes several winesonly available at the winery. Choose from Cabernet Sauvignon,Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel and proprietary red blends Rhiannon and Abela.RSVP: (707) 968-3200 | 10am-4:30pm 1680 Silverado Trail S, St Helena | www.rutherfordranch.com

THE CAVES AT SODA CANYON [Napa]

This is incredibly unique as it is one of a handful of completelyunderground winemaking facilities in California and home to fourwineries: Patland Estate Vineyards: Waugh Cellars, BuoncristianiFamily Winery, Lobo – Wulff Vineyard and Patland EstateVineyards. These are first-generation winemakers dedicated tocrafting the best wine in the valley. Amazing views!Classic Cave Tour, $40Cave Tour & Barrel Tasting with Cheese Plate, $60 Reserve Cave Tour, Barrel Tasting, Cheese & Charcuterie, $80By appointment only (707) 861-8100www.thecavesatsodacanyon.com

www.WineCountryThisWeek.com Eastside Bunchwww.WineCountryThisWeek.com

UNIQUE WINERY EXPERIENCES

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED UNIQUE WINERY EXPERIENCESARTESA WINERY [Napa]Various pairings and tours available with amazing views, art and architecture (707) 224-1668 | www.artesawinery.comMUMM NAPA [Napa]Table service, relaxing terrace overlooking valley vineyards, fine art, cheese tray (707) 967-7700 | www.mummnapa.com

TRINCHERO FAMILY WINERY [St. Helena]“Taste of Terroir” Experience Napa Valley terroir firsthand. Taste the differences in Cabernet Sauvignon grown in St. Helena,Rutherford, Atlas Peak and Mt. Veeder with a a horizontal tasting ofTrinchero Napa Valley’s single-vineyard Cabernets. The sit-down comparative tasting and introduction to the differentappellations of Napa Valley takes place in the gorgeous HospitalityCenter and includes a light charcuterie plate.$50 per person, $40 club members, by appointment only Reservations, (707) 963-1160 or email [email protected] St. Helena Highway, St Helena, CA 94574

RUTHERFORD HILL [Rutherford]“Bordeaux Meets Napa”This is a one-of-a-kind, interactive, educational experience that isonly offered at Rutherford Hill Winery. Situated in thes caves, learnhow to taste like a pro, major historical moments in Bordeaux andthe Napa Valley, how to break down the flavor profiles of wine,how to create sensational wine and food pairings that will dazzleyour friends and the health benefits of wine. Guests areencouraged participate and get answers to the questions they havealways wanted to ask.

Offered promptly at 11am Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays 48 hour advanced reservation required, (707) 963 1871 ext. 2249

JUDD’S HILL WINERY AND MICROCRUSH [Napa]“Bottle Blending Day Camp”A blending guide will lead you through a personal tasting, educationand blending session as you choose your perfect Bordeaux-style blendfrom four barrel samples (two Cabernet Sauvignons from differentvineyard sources, one Merlot and one Cabernet Franc, all Napa Valleyappellation). Once your favorite cuveé has been decided upon, you willhand-bottle, label and the apply foil capsules to the bottlenecks. Youthen get to take your personally crafted wine with you the same day.Several options for singles, couples or groups of up to 100 are available. Call for details.

2332 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558(707) 255-2332 | www.juddshill.com

CULINARY ADVENTURES

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED CULINARY ADVENTURESPOPE VALLEY WINERY [Pope Valley]Brunch & Bubbles at the historic winery built in 1897, includes vineyard tour. $30, reservations required, (707) 965-1246ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY [Napa] www.robertmondaviwinery.com | (707) 226-1395Culinary programs have paired with great wine at Robert Mondavi Winery since its inception. Check the website for various options.

HALL WINERY [St. Helena]

Demystifying Wine & FoodExpand on your winery tour with a guided wine and food pairingexperience. Let the wine educator and house chef lead you in aninteractive discussion of the fundamentals of creating and enjoying pairings.

Advise at time of booking if there are any food allergies or aversions.Offered Friday at 2pm (advance reservations required) $75 per person, 90 minutesReservations can be made on CellarPass.com

401 St. Helena Highway, St .Helena, CA 94574(707) 967-2626 | www.hallwines.com/hall-st-helena

STERLING VINEYARDS [Calistoga]

NEW! Food and Wine Pairing OptionsSterling Vineyards has just revealed its new dining experiences on the gorgeous South View Terrace! Enjoy a glass of deliciousSterling wines perfectly paired with one of the delightful entrees– or a lovely charcuterie platter for two! All of the culinarycreations are sourced locally and prepared by gourmet chefs fromElaine Bell Catering. Indulge in fine wines, dining and scenery onyour next visit!Cheese and Charcuterie platters starting at $25

Reservations required, 1-800-726-6136

LULU’S KITCHEN @ 1313 MAIN [Napa]

A restaurant and wine bar in the heart of downtown Napa,Lulu’s Kitchen at 1313 Main showcases New American cuisinewith a focus on the seasonal freshness of California. The chef’smenu changes monthly and is available a la carte or as afive-course tasting menu. In addition to the chef’s creations, 50 wines are available by the glass and 1/2 glass that rotateweekly and a cellar of more than 1,500 labels.

Tues-Thurs from 4pm-10pm | Fri & Sat 4pm to midnightSunday from 4pm-10pm | Closed Monday1313 Main Street, Napa, CA 94559(707) 258-1313 | www.1313main.com

CULINARY ADVENTURES

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED CULINARY ADVENTURESDOMAINE CARNEROS [Napa] (707) 257-0101 Enjoy sparkling wine in the salon or on the terrace overlooking endless vine covered hills with caviar, artisan cheeses.V. SATTUI [St. Helena] www.vsattui.com | (707) 963-7774Everything you need for the perfect Wine Country picnic – cheeses, salami & pâtés, fresh fruits and desserts plus weekend BBQ.

THE HESS COLLECTION [Napa]Tour of the PalateExecutive Chef Chad Hendrickson utilizes local organically andsustainably-grown products to create fresh seasonal recipes topair with Hess Collection wines. Guests will enjoy a guided tour ofThe Hess Collection Contemporary Art Museum followed by atasting of three current release wines expertly paired with threeexquisite creations from Executive Chef Hendrickson.

Available at 2pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday; $85 per person

Open daily from 10am to 5:30pm

4411 Redwood Road, Napa, CA 94558(707) 255-1144 | www.hesscollection.com

JAMIESON RANCH [Napa]

Napa Comfort Food –Wood-Fired | Wine-Friendly This innovative new culinary program features sophisticated comfortfood with a twist. An ode to Jamieson Ranch’s historic, ranchingroots, these offerings showcase each season’s freshest ingredientscoupled with expressive wines from the JRV portfolio. Chef will alsowhip up some mouthwatering bites on the wood-fired grill. Eachpairing will burst with unexpected, bright and satisfying flavors.Offered daily at 12:15pm, following a fun and informative “vineyard to bottle” tour. $60 per person1 Kirkland Ranch Road, Napa CA 94558 | (707) [email protected] | www.jamiesonranch.com

NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN [Napa]The Napa Valley Wine Train is one of Napa's most distinctiverestaurants, offering an authentic, memorable experience thatechoes the glory days of train travel, with fine dining service, multiplecourse meals, Napa Valley scenery and ultimate relaxation aboardexquisitely restored antique rail cars. Enjoy wine tasting, exclusiveNapa Valley winery trips and special wine events all with the train.Take a trip into the luxurious American past and experience anunparalleled memory-making journey.

1-800-427-4124 | www.winetrain.com1275 McKinstry Street | Napa, CA 94559


CAVE TOURS & TASTINGS

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED CAVE TOUR & TASTINGBERINGER WINERY [St. Helena]Tour the historic Old Winery and wine-aging tunnels $25, by appointment, 1-866-708-9463, www.beringer.com/visitPRIDE MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS [St. Helena]The Summit Experience: Tour and sit-down tasting in the cave $75, (707) 963-4949, [email protected]

JARVIS [Napa]

A visit to Jarvis Estate is an extraordinary journey into anunderground world of very special wines. The Jarvis winemakingprocess takes place within a 45,000-square-foot cave facility thatwas tunneled into the scenic Vaca Mountains. The entirewinemaking process takes place underground, where the steadytemperature allows for optimal aging conditions. You will see allaspects of production, and the visit will culminate with thetasting of six Jarvis wines in a side-by-side fashion as part of anintimate, seated experience.$60 per person, 90 minutes tour & tastingBy appointment: 1-800-255-5280 ext. 150

PINE RIDGE [Napa]5x5 Tasting – tailor-made for the food and wine connoisseur.Nestled in the wine caves you’ll find the recently furnished Cellar47, an intimate and serene space highlighted by candlelight andoak barrels. Wine educators will guide you through a tasting of fivePine Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignons, each expertly paired withsmall bites prepared by the winery chef. The featured wines hailfrom five estate-owned vineyards in the Napa Valley – HowellMountain, Rutherford, Oakville, Stags Leap District and Carneros.Daily at 11am, $95 per person, RSVP at least 48-hours in advance.1-800-575-9777, [email protected] 5901 Silverado Trail, Napa

DEL DOTTO VENETIAN ESTATE WINERY & CAVES [St. Helena]

In 2007, the Del Dotto family saw the culmination of afifteen-year dream in the completion of their Venetian EstateWinery and Caves. Built in honor of the family’s roots, traced backto 1150 Venice, the caves are lined with Italian marble andancient tiles, depicting the history of wine. The Estate Tour &Barrel Tasting Experience offers wines which are thieved right outof the barrel in the sumptuously appointed Venetian Cave. Enjoy aselection of cheese and house-made salumi, port accompanied bydark chocolate will complete the tasting. 11am-5pm daily, 1445 St. Helena Highway South, St. Helena$60 per person, reservations required (707) 963-2134


CAVE TOURS & TASTINGS

OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED CAVE TOUR & TASTINGHALL WINES [Rutherford]14,000 square feet of caves, world-class winery experience $60, by appointment, (707) 967-2626, [email protected]’S LEAP WINE CELLARS [Napa]Estate & Wine Cave Tour includes historic winery and stunning views $50, by appointment, (707) 944-2020, [email protected]

THE CAVES AT SODA CANYON [Napa]

This is incredibly unique as it is one of a handful of completelyunderground winemaking facilities in California and home tofour wineries: Patland Estate Vineyards, Waugh Cellars,Buoncristiani Family Winery and Lobo Wines. These are first-generation winemakers dedicated to crafting the best wine in the valley. Amazing views!Classic Cave Tour, $40Cave Tour & Barrel Tasting with Cheese Plate, $60 Reserve Cave Tour, Barrel Tasting, Cheese & Charcuterie, $80By appointment only (707) 861-8100www.thecavesatsodacanyon.com

RUTHERFORD HILL WINERY [Rutherford]

Take a tour of our nearly mile-long caves and end your after-noon with a picnic in the olive grove. Current releases, librarywines and large format bottles are available for purchase, aswell as distinctive gifts. Cave Tours daily at 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm; $30Limited to 14 people, 21+ to go on the tour.Other tours availaible including:Bordeaux Meets Napa Tasting Experience, $75Saturday Blend Your Own Merlot Seminars, $105Photography Workshop and Tour, $175For information, call (707) 963-1871 ext. 2249, 10am-5pm

DEL DOTTO HISTORIC WINERY & CAVES [Napa]

In 1885, laborers dug a 350-foot wine cave, using only picks andshovels. Here, the cave-aged wines prove to be more voluptuousand opulent than those aged in modern facilities. Experiencethese wines right out of the barrel in the Cave Tour and BarrelTasting Experience. With up to forty-five different wines for yourhost to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experienceon each visit. After you exit the caves, you will be offered aselection of cheese and salumi to cleanse your palate. Portaccompanied by chocolate truffles will complete the experience. 11am-5pm daily, 1055 Atlas Peak Road, Napa$60 per person, reservations required (707) 963-2134


OUTDOOR ESCAPADES

NOT-TO-BE-MISSED NAPA VALLEY ADVENTURESOXBOW PUBLIC MARKET [Napa] 644 First StreetA gathering place for great food and related shopping, scenic outdoor deck oxbowpublicmarket.comZD WINES ECO VINEYARD TOUR [Napa] $60, 1-800-487-7757, [email protected] deeper into the ecological practices while sipping great wines – organic farming, renewable energy, biodiversity...

SAFARI WEST [Santa Rosa]Explore the Sonoma Serengeti on an African safari alongside romping herds of exotic wildlife or relax in a luxury safari tent under the gaze of a graceful giraffe. Various packages are available.Wild Nights in Wine CountryIncludes an overnight stay in a luxurious safari tent,vehicle safari tour, dinner for two at Savannah Grill, a bottle of local wine plus complimentary wine tasting session for two at Francis Ford Coppola.115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa CA 95404(707) 579-2551 | www.safariwest.com

OLD FAITHFUL GEYSER OF CALIFORNIA [Calistoga]Come visit the show of world-famous California’s Old FaithfulGeyser – a spectacular, nature-directed performance that takesplace about every 30 minutes. Take in the newly added gardenwith cascading geothermal mineral water fountain, self-guidededucational tour, petting zoo including famous Tennessee FaintingGoats, Jacob’s Four-Horn Sheep and Guard Llamas; the newlyopened Old Faithful Museum, plus plenty of picnic areas and firepit with star-filled light show for the evening. Coming soon...OldFaithful Culinary Gardens, Old Faithful Greenhouse, Old FaithfulTree house, bike trail and much more.$14 adults, $12 military/seniors, $8 kids 4 to 12, (707) 942-64631299 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga; www.oldfaithfulgeyser.com

NAPA VALLEY ALOFT [Yountville]The only Napa Valley balloon company that can guarantee that yourballoon take off and flight will be in Napa Valley. FAA certified hot airballoon pilots are among the most experienced in the world withextensive knowledge of ballooning over Napa Valley, combined withtheir passion for hot air ballooning makes them perfectly suited to beyour special hosts. Full service sit-down breakfast plus champagne atPacific Blues Cafe after your balloon ride (optional).Specials include Classic Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Exclusive Flight for Two, Exclusive Flight for Four See website for special discount offers.1-855-944-4408, [email protected]


OUTDOOR ESCAPADES

NOT-TO-BE-MISSED NAPA VALLEY ADVENTURESDIROSA [Napa] $12-$16, (707) 226-5991Extensive art collection (2,000 works of art, 800+ artists) situated on 200 acres of Carneros rolling hills. www.dirosaart.orgKAYAK NV [Napa] (707) 501-8585, [email protected], www.kayaknv.comSee Napa Valley from a whole new perspective! 3-hour guided eco-friendly excursions on the Napa River or Lake Hennessey.

CALISTOGA BALLOONS [Calistoga]Take the Ride of a Lifetime in a CalistogaHot Air Balloon of Napa Valley!30 Years of Quality & Safety in Napa Valley.Calistoga Hot Air Balloons has a trusted reputation and years ofexperience providing guests a safe and unforgettable journey into theheavens. Views of Castello di Amorosa, Palisade Cliffs, Mt. St. Helena,Château Montelena, Old Faithful Geyser and Sterling Vineyards.Packages available include Champagne brunch, bike tours,wine tasting and tours, horseback riding, safari tour. See website for details: www.calistogaballoons.com1-888-995-7700, [email protected]

PETRIFIED FOREST [Napa]Step back in time, over 3 million years, and follow the trail ofmajestic petrified redwood giants arrayed before you in afascinating grove in beautiful California wine country.Come take a walk with family and friends and be a witness toredwood trees that once grew in abundance here and were turnedto stone 3.4 million years ago by a local volcano. Docent led tours occur at 11am, 1pm and 3pm and takeapproximately 45 minutes at no additional charge.Adult prices are $16 for 90-minute, docent-led tour$10 for .5 mile trail open for self-guided toursCheck the website, petrifiedforest.org for updated tour details.

NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS [Yountville]What’s the best way to experience the wine country? By bike, of course! With the help of Napa Valley Bike Toursdiscover new wineries while taking in the beautiful sights.Tours are available with or without friendly, knowledgableguides and include a picnic lunch. Wine purchases can bepicked up and waiting for you when you return. The time you spend bicycling with Napa Valley Bike Tourswill be your favorite memory of wine country!Bike rentals start at $45. Tours are $99/$1596500 Washington Street, Yountville CA 94599(707) 251-TOUR | www.napavalleybiketours.com


LITTLE KNOWN FACTDestiny Wine Tours was founded in 2009 andRay’s wife is credited with choosing the namefor the company (great name, by the way!).

FUN FACTOwner/Driver Ray Hanson says “after driving abig fire truck for all those years, driving my limois like driving a sports car!” Not to worry,though, Ray is a true professional and pilots hislimo with great care.

KUDOS FOR DESTINY WINE TOURSFive Star Rating on www.yelp.com!It doesn’t get any better than that!

Destiny Wine ToursTours are available seven days a week

3295 Vichy Avenue, Napa(707) 254-0442

www.destinywinetours.com

www.facebook.com/pages/Destiny-Wine-Tours

twitter: @destinywinetours

Mention this story and get one hour FREE when you pay for 4 or more hours.

I’ll tell you – the owner, Ray Hanson, is a real character andhe’s passionate about what he does. He loves talking with allkinds of people – young people, older people, people from allaround the world, etc. One could say that Ray is a real “peopleperson.” He told me, “I meet my passengers as clients, and theyleave as friends. I want to adopt them and take them home withme.” Next thing you know, Ray will own a bed & breakfast toaccommodate all of his adoptees!

Ray was as a firefighter that just recently retired, so if somesort of unfortunate incident happened to occur during youradventure, he would know exactly how to handle it. If by chanceRay isn’t your driver, his other drivers have all been throughrigorous training to provide exemplary (and safe) service.

Along with the wine tours, Destiny safely chauffeurs clients tothe airport, concerts, shopping sprees, weddings, bacheloretteparties, sporting events, proms, anniversaries and just about anykind of special event imaginable.

The limo (which comfortably seats eight passengers) is aspotless black 2006 Lincoln Tiffany Town Car, and it comes fullystocked with Champagne and other adult beverages, water, sodasand more. It features a state-of-the-art sound system, which willsooth your ears or rock your world, depending on your mood.Ray just added two beautiful black stretches and a silver MercedesBenz S500 to his fleet as well as a 2014 Black Cadillac Escaladecoming this summer. Clients have plenty of luxurioustransportation options.

Your car is waiting – let Destiny Wine Tours take you to yourtravel destination! By Sue Straight, The Wine Wench


GOOD TO KNOWEarly mornings in Napa Valley are usually cool. It isrecommended that you wear layered clothing and ajacket depending on the time of year and sneakers orcomfortable shoes. Bring sunglasses and camerasand enjoy the flight!

VISITExclusive packages including a scenic bike tour,horseback riding experience and spa treatments, aswell as an African Safari in Wine Country are available.Private flights can also be booked in advance for atruly memorable experience in Wine Country.

Calistoga Balloons1458 Lincoln Ave, Railcar #15

Calistoga, CA 94515

(707) 942-5758 | 1-888-995-7700www.calistogaballoons.comFacebook: Calistoga Balloons

Twitter: @CaliBalloonsInstagram: Calistoga BalloonsPinterest: Calistoga Balloons

Mention ‘Day Trips’ and enjoy a magnificent flight, Champagne brunch followed by a tour and tasting at Castello di Amorosa for $265 per person.

Calistoga Balloons is the only hot air balloon company tofly over scenic Calistoga and Northern Napa Valley on aregular basis. These flights are more rural in nature, providingpristine views from a hot air balloon. Experience Old FaithfulGeyser and the dramatic Palisade Cliffs as well as spectacularviews of world-renown landmarks like Mt. St. Helena. You’llfloat over famous vineyards and wineries including ClosPegase, Sterling Vineyards, Frank Family Vineyards, CharlesKrug Winery, Château Montelena and Castello di Amorosa.Calistoga is a unique destination whose vistas will remain withyou long after you land.

Your adventure begins just after sunrise, between 6 a.m.and 7 a.m., when hot air ballooning flight conditions are bestand the morning sunlight enhances the natural beauty. Guestsmeet at the historic Railroad Depot for pre-flight coffee andpastries and then off to the morning’s determined launch site.After the crew inflates the balloon, guests hop into the wickerbasket. Once everyone is in, the hot air balloon is ready to goand you begin your gentle ascent.

After about an hour of enjoying the breathtaking views ofNapa Valley, the hot air balloon will be navigated to a landingsite, then your ballooning party is transported for a celebratoryChampagne brunch at one of Calistoga’s finest eateries beforeyour 1 p.m. tour and tasting at Castello di Amorosa.

By Alexandra Charsley


VARIETALSYou name it, they might very well have it from acarefully considered list.

PLAN AHEADThe Napa Valley Wine Train runs year ’round withlunch trains boarding at 10:50 a.m. Dinner trainsopen one to five nights a week boarding at 5:50p.m. Be sure to check the website.

FUN FACTThe Wine Train is the first and only passenger lo-comotive in the United States to convert tocompressed natural gas.

HOW HEAVY?Each of the 1915-1917 Pullman-made rail carsweigh approximately 80 tons.

HISTORY2014 marks the Wine Train’s Silver Anniversary and25th year of operation, as well as the 150th yearfor the tracks on which they operate.

SPECIAL OFFERSBe sure to check their informative website.

Napa Valley Wine Train1275 McKinstry Street, Napa

(707) 253-2111winetrain.com

Check out Napa Valley’s only Evening Winery Tour. The first of its kind!

There is only one place to taste wine while travelling through theNapa Valley. Housed in an operating antique train, the Napa Valley WineTrain offers guests a gourmet meal comparable to any Napa Valleyrestaurant, as well as an introduction to a variety of wines on their newWine Flight program.

Choose from the Sweet, White, Napa, and Red Flights, or bring afriend and share! Each flight boasts four wines to sample, accompaniedby tasting notes to guide you through the experience. Enjoy yourselections in one of the Lounge Cars as vineyards roll past, their entirelife cycle on display through the windows of the Wine Train.

The Napa Valley Wine Train offers an authentic, memorableexperience that echoes the glory days of train travel, with fine diningservice, multiple course meals, Napa Valley scenery and ultimaterelaxation aboard exquisitely restored antique railcars. A stroll throughthis amazing vintage train with a wonderful lunch or dinner is a chanceto revisit American history and renew your own personal connectionswith friends, family and life.

The luxuriously appointed restored Pullman railcars offer visitors alook into the American past of nostalgic train travel, but with a modernawareness to Napa’s gourmet tradition. Three onboard kitchens serve100,000 guests every year, continuing the Wine Train’s mission ofprotecting the Napa Valley’s historic rail corridor and the era of luxurytrain travel by providing an unmatched Napa Valley experience.

Be inspired to savor the moment and the journey while you aretransported through the Napa Valley and through history while havingyour experience paired with excellent hospitality and cuisine. There aremany great restaurants in Napa Valley, but you will always rememberyour trip on the Napa Valley Wine Train.


FUN FAMILY FACTSNapa Valley Aloft is the oldest ballooncompany in Napa Valley founded andlaunching from V-Marketplace in Yountvillesince 1978. Jayson Kimball, co-owner andhead pilot, was one of the youngest pilots tofly solo (he was 12). He also received acommercial ballooning pilot’s license onhis 18th birthday making him the youngest todo so. Jayson, age 36, is a very seasoned andknowledgeable balloon pilot. Jay Kimball,co-owner with 35 yearsof experience piloting, has over 9000 hoursflying hot air balloons. That calculates to overone year in flight.

Napa Valley AloftOpen daily

6525 Washington St., Yountvillewww.nvaloft.com(707) 944-4400

Look for Napa Valley Aloft on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest,

TripAdvisor and YELP!

Mention this article and receive a complimentary brunch with your balloon ride.

Napa Valley Aloft has a mission to make your hot air balloonride a great adventure! Starting from the moment you make yourreservation to the final goodbye after the flight, the Kimball familywill deliver a fun escape for you all along the way.

They offer smaller, less crowded baskets, which fly exclusivelyin Napa Valley (the only company to offer this) launching theirballoons from V Marketplace (Vintage 1870) in Yountville andPope Valley. Afterwards, they offer a sit down Champagne breakfastat Pacific Blues Café hosted by your pilot!

Combined with their passion for hot air ballooning, it makesthem perfectly suited to be your special hosts and guides duringyour morning with them. This family owned operation focuses onhospitality! Your pilot will share local history and stories with theirextensive knowledge of Napa Valley at no additional charge. Hopon board for an exclusive view of Napa Valley as a bird sees itbeautifully spread out beneath you for an unforgettable experience.

Napa Valley Aloft is the only company allowed to fly over PopeValley – a bonus when there is fog in Yountville. Their FAAcertified hot air balloon pilots are among the most experienced inthe world with extensive knowledge of ballooning over NapaValley.

Make a reservation for an exclusive flight for two for a specialoccasion, anniversary or marriage proposal. Perhaps you want toshare the flight for a classic sunrise adventure for 8-12 passengers.You can make special arrangements for larger groups upon requestand you can purchase gift certificates for special occasions.

Call Napa Valley Aloft today to begin a most memorablelifetime experience. By Dawn Marie Carlson

Beaulieu Vineyard Sterling Vineyards

BY MONiCA L. DASHWOODWith more than 400 wineries in the wine

country, planning your day can be overwhelming.The Heritage Wine Trail, a full-day tour and winetasting package, removes the guess work fromyour travel plans and promises a memorableexcursion from Carneros to Calistoga in the heartof Napa Valley.

For only $99 (a value of over $150), you willexperience a pre-arranged day of leisure, visitingfour iconic wineries – Acacia Vineyard, BeaulieuVineyard, Provenance Vineyards and SterlingVineyards – and an authentic wine country picniclunch.

ACACIA VINEYARDThe day starts in the Carneros region at

Acacia Vineyard, famous for their Pinot Noir andChardonnay. Here you will enjoy a walk throughtheir vineyard, learn about Winemaker MatthewGlynn, his winemaking style and Acacia’s unique

32-year history and then taste five of theirfavorite wines (not commonly found outside oftheir winery), including wines that have beenawarded 90+ points. After tasting a number ofdelicious wines, it’s time to pick up yourprepared picnic lunch at the quaint OakvilleGrocery store, a little place with gourmet foodsto sample before you picnic later in the day.

BEAULIEU VINEYARDYour next stop is the beautiful Beaulieu

Vineyard built in 1885. You will begin your tourin the most historic part of their winery where aknowledgeable wine guide will take you throughtheir 100-year-old Redwood Tank Forest to theHeritage Room. You will sample wines fromFrench and American oak barrels and from twoof their popular releases, including the iconicGeorges de Latour Private Reserve CabernetSauvignon, made at BV since 1936.

The Heritage Wine TrailA Carneros-to-Calistoga Wine Country Experience that is Sure to Please!

Acacia Vineyard

Hewitt Vineyard/Provenance Vineyards

HEWITT VINEYARD/PROVENANCE VINEYARDS

From there, experience ProvenanceVineyards, which means ‘origin.’ With itsstunning architecture, bright red exterior andoak barrel stave floors, you will sampledelicious and full-bodied wines from their topvineyard origins. As a wine club member, treatyourself to their exclusive tastings from threecurrent releases followed by a pairing of Merlotchocolate sauce and port.

As a special treat, we have included a tastingof our Hewitt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon toensure you experience a wine grown in historicRutherford Dust.

By now, you will be good and hungry. It’stime for lunch! Provenance Vineyards offers anideal setting for a wine country picnicsurrounded by their lush vineyard grounds.

STERLING VINEYARDSThe tour ends with a big finish at Sterling

Vineyards, unique for its Greek-inspiredarchitecture, set on a 300-foot-high hilloverlooking Calistoga. As you ascend on an aerialtram, you will feast your eyes on panoramic viewsof one of the most dramatic wineries in California.When you disembark, you will be greeted with aglass of wine as you follow the winemaking processfrom grape to glass. You will be guided from thebarrel room to one of the terraces, to sit, relax andtaste three of their limited-production wines.

There is much to discover in the beautiful NapaValley and the Heritage Wine Trail promises afun-filled wine adventure from start to finish! Bookyour tour today. Call 800-919-3693, send an emailto [email protected] or visit thewebsite at www.HeritageWineTrail.com.

Offered from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. dailywww.HeritageWineTrail.com | 1-800-919-3693 | [email protected]

Can not be combined with any other discounts. Expires 12/31/2014.

Please Enjoy Our Wines Responsibly. ©2014 Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines, Napa, CA


CalistogaCalistoga sits in the top end of Napa Valley like a cork in a wine bottle.This lively, well-preserved historic small-town and surrounding regionsimply delights everyone. Delicious restaurants, glorious mountains,diverse art galleries, world-famous hot springs, eclectic bookstores androadside stands, boutique shopping and happy locals combine to makeCalistoga a favorite of Napa Valley locals and visitors.

FOOD

Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-4101, www.calistogainn.com One of the most popular outdoor dining venues in the Napa Valley. It's patio stretchesalong the Napa River and it's award-winning micro-brewery (Napa Valley BrewingCompany) occupies the historic water tower. Vibrant late-night social scene. Brannan's1374 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-2233, www.brannansgrill.comGo for the winning wine list (with rare Napa and Sonoma cult labels) and stay for the fine foods and great atmosphere. Brannan proudly sponsors local, artisanal producers and their dishes are the better for it. This summer, dine alfresco on the patio!JoLe1457 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-5938, www.jolerestaurant.comFrom Farm to Table. JoLe is OpenTable.com's "Diner's Choice Winner" for 2010 –a wonderful compliment to owners and husband-and-wife team Matt and Sonjita Spector. Enjoy the delicious menu and mouth-watering pastries!

Flat Iron Grill1440 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-1220, www.flatirongrill.com There is nothing dusty about this intimate, yet friendly restaurant. Open for dinner daily,don't miss the hickory smoked baby back ribs.

LODGINGBrannan Cottage Inn109 Wappo Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-4200, www.brannancottageinn.com One of the original 25 Hot Springs Resort cottages from 1860. Close walking proximity to famed Calistoga Hot Springs (across the street!) andonly two blocks to downtown Calistoga, makes this charming inn a repeat hit. Six rooms are available year round. Pink Mansion1415 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-0558, www.pinkmansion.com Escape, indulge & dream! Built in 1870 by Napa's original stage line owner, the Pink Mansion is a lovely, private and restful destination that retains the elegance of its historic past. Rates include gourmet breakfast for two and afternoon wine and appetizers.Solage755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga, 1-866-942-7442, www.solagecalistoga.com Where cosmopolitan luxuries take on an enlightened, comfortable attitude! Offering a healthy, green environment, 89 eco-friendly studios and Michelin star ratedSolbar restaurant, Solage is a stylish and naturally brilliant hotel!Calistoga Ranch580 Lommel Road, Calistoga, 1-800-942-4220, www.calistogaranch.com Tucked into a private canyon in the Upper Napa Valley on a 157-acre site, the luxuryresort captures the rich culture of food, wine and nature.

THINGS TO DO

Calistoga Balloons www.calistogaballoons.com, [email protected] the Ride of a Lifetime! Views of Castello di Amorosa, Palisade Cliffs, Mt. St. He-lena, Old Faithful Geyser and Sterling Vineyards. Packages available include Champagnebrunch, bike tours, wine tasting and tours, horseback riding, safari tour. Lee Youngman Galleries1316 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga(707) 942-0585, www.leeyoungmangalleries.comLee Youngman Galleries represent over 35 name-worthy, professional, full-time artists. Visi-tors will find beautiful local and regional paintings not found anywhere else in the winecountry. This is an experience in viewing original oils, watercolors, pastels and sculptures. Petrified Forest4100 Petrified Forest Road, Calistoga(707) 942-6667, www.petrifiedforest.orgStep back in time, more than 3 million years, and follow the trail of majestic petrifiedredwood giants arrayed before you in a fascinating grove. Old Faithful Geyser of California1299 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga, (707) 942-6463Old Faithful Geyser of California is one of the three "Old Faithful" geysers in theworld. Bursting regularly and throwing thousands of gallons of water high into theair, Old Faithful is a glorious sight. Other attractions include the petting zoo, museum and picnic grounds … more to come.

29

2

128

CA

LIST

OG

A R

D

LOMMEL

PETRIFIED FOREST

LINCOLN

GRANT

TUBBS

DUNAWEA

L

LARKMEA

D

SPRING MOUNTAIN

SILVERADO TRAIL

Brannan’sPink Mansion

JoLe

Brannan Cottages

Flat Iron Grill

OLD FAITHFUL GEYSEROF CALIFORNIA

Bale Grist MillState Historic Park

29

Solage

SharpsteenMuseum

CalistogaRanch

BALE

CASTELLODI AMOROSA

LEE YOUNGMANGALLERIES

TOSANTAROSA

TOSANTAROSA

128

CALISTOGA

FRANK FAMILY VINEYARDS

CUVAISONESTATEWINES

CALISTOGABALLOONS

Driving Time: 20 minutesFrom Frank Family Vineyardsto Castello di Amorosa 1.6 milesto Cuvaison Estate Wines 2.6 milesto Lee Youngman Galleries 2.6 milesto Old Faithful Geyser 2.5 miles

Total 9+ miles

Not to Scale


WHAT TO TASTELovers of a good rosé should try the “Giola” Rosato diSangiovese for an Italian-influenced style, and those in search of Big Reds need look no further than theReserve Cabernet, “Il Barone,” and the Super Tuscan, “LaCastellana,” which adds Cab and Merlot to Sangiovese.

WINE AWARDS• 2009 Il Barone

94 points, Wine Spectator• 2010 Don Thomas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon94 points, Wine Spectator

Dario Sattui knows how to give a wine country experienceunlike any other. Castello di Amorosa, opened in 2007 afterfifteen years of planning and construction, is true to the Sattuiform. The 107 rooms of the 13th-century-styled castle containramparts, hand-painted frescoes, a torture chamber andlabyrinthine cellars amidst their 136,000 square feet, making theCastello a winery like no other anywhere in the United States.There’s even a chapel, too, and all this takes place inside astructure of imported European brick, wood and iron, as well asmore than 8,000 tons of Napa stone.

As is to be expected, given the Sattui philosphy of wine, thereare lots of options – at least a dozen and a half at last count.These various offerings can be tasted as part of the GeneralAdmission and Tasting or the Reserve Tasting, and wine andchocolate pairing is always an option, too, as is non-alcoholicbottled grape juice for non-imbibers. Grapeseed oil andgrapeseed flour are available for purchase. These are healthy,antioxidant-rich products that are produced from the seeds ofCastello’s wine grapes.

Touring options abound and definitely help to heighten theexperience. Reservations are likely required, so plan aheadaccordingly as you choose from a Tour and Tasting, Tour andReserve Tasting, Young Adult Tour, Wine and Cheese Pairing,Royal Food and Wine Pairings in the Royal Apartment or HikingVineyard Tour. Each takes about two hours, including the winetasting, and each include barrel tasting in the Grand BarrelRoom. For those seeking the ultimate experience, the BlendingSeminar is for you! As you can see, Castello di Amorosa is clearlynot to be missed – make sure it’s at the top of your Napa Valleyitinerary. Enjoy! By Josh Stein

Castello di AmorosaOpen daily 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.4045 N. St. Helena Hwy., Calistoga

(707) 967-6272www.castellodiamorosa.com

94 POINTSDon Thomas Vineyards

Cabernet Sauvignon

CA

LIS

TO

GA


VARIETALSChardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Merlotand Cabernet Sauvignon, plus the rare Winston Hill Red.They also make limited amounts of Zinfandel Port andmany of the wines are crafted in limited reserveprograms.

SPARKLING, ANYONE?Be sure to ask about their Sparkling Wines, produced in the French méthode champenoise.

RATINGSMost wineries, if they’d ever get a score of 90 or above ona wine from critic Robert M. Parker, Jr., would jump for joyand pop the cork on a bottle of bubbles. So imagine theeuphoria when the winery received five scores in thenineties recently.

HOLLYWOODOwner Richard Frank is a recipient of an Emmy for lifetimeachievement. He was also chairman of Walt DisneyTelevision, president of Walt Disney Studios for almost tenyears and president of the Paramount Television Group.

Frank Family VineyardsOpen daily 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

For parties of six or more appointments are necessary.

1091 Larkmead Lane, Calistoga1-800-574-9463 or (707) 942-0859www.frankfamilyvineyards.com

“You’ll never have better wine ... or a better time.”

If there ever was a benign cult, it would be that centeredaround Napa Valley’s Frank Family Vineyards. Mention theirChardonnay, Sangiovese, Zinfandel, any of their Cabernets orother wines to someone who loves the grape and their eyes willbrighten showing their desire for a taste. Yes, their wine is thatgood, and a visit to their northern-valley tasting room becomesalmost a pilgrimage.

The tasting room – in the impeccably restored Craftsmanhouse – has been rated among the top in the nation. And,while praise for the winery, the wines and the tasting room maybe completely up-to-the minute, its history goes back morethan 125 years. In 1884, it was known as Larkmead Winery;today, it is considered to be a prime example of California WineCountry architecture, listed on the National Register of Histori-cal Places.

The grounds are expansive, with a beautiful lawn, picnic ta-bles, majestic oaks and trimmed hedges that complement thewinery and tasting room. Inside the tasting rooms, the businessof winemaking is balanced with good humor and as much infor-mation as you want. Or simply enjoy the tastes. That is perfectlyfine with them.

As tasting room manager, Aaron Feaver says, “I want visitor’smemories of the winery to be as much about their experiencehere as the wines they taste.” These wines are pretty spectacular,as you will discover on your first visit – but assuredly not yourlast. By Charles Neave

CA

LIS

TO

GA


VARIETALSSauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel,Cabernet Sauvignon and a unique port-style dessert winecalled Espiritu.

CLUB BENEFITSAccess to limited releases, savings on wine and tasting room merchandise and invitations to member-only parties.

PICNIC HERE! & WINE CAVE TASTINGTwo intimate and engaging programs are available to visitors including a Gourmet Picnic Lunch and Wine Tastingas well as a Wine Cave Tasting. Learn more online!

Cuvaison Estate WinesOpen Daily

Sunday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Friday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

4550 Silverado Trail North, Calistoga CA 94515(707) 942-2468

www.cuvaison.comwww.brandlinvineyard.comFollow Cuvaison and Brandlin on Facebook and Twitter.

Experience Cuvaison Estate Wines’ warm hospitality on your next visit to Calistoga!

Cuvaison Estate Wines’ original tasting room and

historic winery in Calistoga, is on the east side of the

Silverado Trail nestled at the base of the Vaca

Mountain Range. The tasting room has a

contemporary take on the classic tasting

environment, offering an intimate experience where

guests can gather at the bar or enjoy a seated tasting.

Tree shaded picnic grounds are a popular

attraction and are open all year round to wine club

members and visitors.

Cuvaison produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

grown exclusively on its estate vineyard in the heart

of the world-renown region of Carneros in Napa

Valley. They also produce limited quantities of

Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and their port style dessert

wine for wine club members to taste and purchase.

Enjoy the rich, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon and

limited Zinfandel wines from their historic Brandlin

Estate Vineyard located 1,200' above the valley floor.

If Calistoga is your destination, don’t miss visiting

Cuvaison Estate Wines’ tasting room.

CA

LIS

TO

GA


FUN FAMILY FACTSLee’s father, Ralph Love, is a listed Early California painterand you can view his artwork in nine U.S. museums. Loveis revered for his Grand Canyon and California desertpaintings. He passed in 1992.In 1994, Lee married one of her gallery artists, PaulYoungman. The art world was intrigued when she andPaul announced their marriage. Danny Medina with amajor Scottsdale art publication quipped, “Lee Loveknows how to keep her artists…she marries them!”

Lee Youngman GalleriesOpen daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday1316 Lincoln Ave. , Calistoga

www.leeyoungmangalleries.com | (707) 942-0585Look for Lee Youngman Galleries on Facebook.

Mention this article up-front when you come in and receive a $100 discount on any piece of fine art.

Lee Youngman Galleries is unique in several ways.They represent over 35 name-worthy, professional,full-time artists. Collectors know they can find originalquality art and many make return visits to purchaseadditional paintings since 1985. Visitors will findbeautiful local and regional paintings not found anywhereelse in the wine country. The sales presentation is low-keywhich makes purchasing art a pleasant experience. Thespacious gallery is an experience in viewing original oils,watercolors, pastels and sculptures. Visitors are alwayswelcome to tour the gallery.

Ralph Love, Lee’s father, became a nationally knownand award-winning artist who had natural talent withoutany formal training. Producing more than 1,900 pieces ofartwork and an assembly of art students over time, he lefta legacy. You can savor some of his soulful desert andmountain landscapes at Lee Youngman Galleries.

Paul Youngman, Lee’s husband, came with abundanceof formal art training then he worked for twenty years inthe commercial art field. Later, he relied on his naturaltalents as a painter and watercolorist of landscapes,abstracts, architectural subjects, harbor scenes and winecountry artwork, which you can peruse at the gallery.

Visit Lee Youngman Galleries in Calistoga today for apleasant art experience. By Dawn Marie Carlson

CA

LIS

TO

GA


Howell Mountain

FOODCollege Market15 Angwin Plaza, Angwin, (707) 965-6321Here you will find plenty of options for picnicking. Other than salami (meat-free products only), this store has any other grocery items you may need.

Pope Valley Market5850 Pope Valley Road, Pope Valley, (707) 965-9922 This small market with some snack lunch items and localorganic herbs. It's a great place to stop and grab an icecream treat during your drive on a hot summer day.

LODGINGCamping – Bothe-Napa State ParkHwy 29 & Larkmead Road between St. Helena/Calistoga1-800-444-PARK

Vacation RentalsLook online for vacation rentals on Howell Mountain. There aresome very nice private homes available.

THINGS TO DOLas Posadas State Forest5850 Pope Valley Road, Pope Valley, (707) 965-9922 Hiking trails include a 4.4 mile, full loop trail that passes apioneer cemetary dating back to the 1800s

Howell Mountain Challenge(707) 965-6346, web2.puc.edu/Pioneers/HMCIf mountain biking is your speed, this is a 10 mile circuit that’shilly on smooth to medium-rough trails with lots of trees … afun course!

Paci�cUnion

College

Pope ValleyMarket

ANGWIN

POPE ST

DEER P

ARK

DEE

R P

AR

K

HO

WEL M

TN. R

D

HOWELL MTNCONN

VALLEY

HOWELL MTN RD

SUMMIT LAKE

COTT

AGE

WHITE

POPE

VALLEY RD

CHILES POPE

29

128

LODI LANE

SILVERADO TRAIL

LAS POSADASSTATE FOREST

ROSSI

VALLEY RD

POPE VALLEY RD

WHITE

COTT

AGE

COLLEGE

SKY OAKS

BURGESSCELLARS

POPEVALLEYWINERY

VIADER

College MarketBRAVANTE

On &Around

Driving Time: 35 minutesFrom Pope Valley Wineryto Bravante Vineyards 7.4 milesto Viader Vineyards 2 milesto Burgess Cellars > 1 mile

Total 13 miles

Not to Scale

Beginning on the Silverado Trail, this trip includes Conn Valley, Howell Mountain and Pope Valley with striking views from high elevations to rollinghills on the valley floor. You can see what Napa County was like in the early pioneer days. Be sure to plan a full day for this one – it’s a beautiful driveand you’ll want to take in the sites. Most of these wineries require prior appointment and watch for the addresses or you might miss them.


GOOD TO KNOW• The cave, entirely hand-dug, took nine years to build!

• San Francisco Chronicle award winners:Double Gold – 2011 ASA Cabernet SauvignonBest of Class – 2010 Estate Reserve Cabernet SauvignonBest of Class – 2010 Merlot Eakle RanchSilver – 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Eakle RanchSilver – 2010 Sparkling Blanc de Blancs

• There are special group or lunch tastings available byappointment, and the winery has picnic grounds, abocce court and a horseshoe pit for guests’ enjoyment.

• Pope Valley was originally called Locallomes after theIndians who first settled the valley. The name waschanged to Pope Valley after Julian Pope was given aland grant to the area by the Mexican government. Afterthe governor signed it, Julian Pope paid twenty-fivecents and Pope Valley became his!

• Don’t miss the incredible Zinfandel Port! This rich,luscious wine is the perfect ending for a day in the winecountry.

Pope Valley WineryOpen daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

6613 Pope Valley Road, Pope Valley

(707) 965-1246 | www.popevalleywinery.com

“Turn left and go back 100 years.”

Winding through picturesque fields, undulating

vineyards and oakstudded hills, one gets the feeling of

being transported back in time heading northeast away

from the Silverado Trail. There you will find Pope Valley

Winery established in 1897 originally as Burgundy Winery.

The winery itself seems to transport you back in time with

the original hand dug cave complete with hand hewn red

wood timbers. The original farmhouse still graces the

property, as well as a blacksmith’s workshop, complete with

the tools of the trade. The tasting room next to the winery

is welcoming and without pretense, offering a number of

limited production, winery only releases. The goal is not

just to provide an escape from the rest of the Valley but to

actually make you forget there is anywhere else at all. As

you can tell, Pope Valley the area and Pope Valley the

winery are very much alike: both are the true, authentic

“Old Napa” which so many people come to in search of.

Well, like all good things, it takes a bit of time, a

willingness to step away from where everyone is headed, in

order to find, but when you do, the results are all you

imagined and more. Head up and to the right and go taste

for yourself why Pope Valley Winery has been making quite

a name for itself by doing things in a time-tested,

unpretentious way. Enjoy!

ON

& A

RO

UN

D H

OW

ELL M

OU

NTA

IN


VARIETALSSauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon

BARRELSHumidity-constant caves are full of American, French and Hungarian oak barrels.

TOPOGRAPHYAs removed as the winery is from the bustle of the Valleyfloor, it is still barely ten minutes from the intersection ofDeer Park Road and the Silverado Trail. So there it sits,remote but easily accessible and the result is a casual, unhurried, relaxed and informative tasting environment.

HARVESTINGAt harvest they hand pick into small, five pound trays to keep the integrity of each individual berry prior to crush; and they harvest in small lots, only as the unique sections of their vineyards ripen one-by-one.

SPECIALAsk about the much-coveted Simpatico blended from thefinest barrel-selected wine from each vintage, and Trio, a Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon blend.

Bravante VineyardsOpen Wed-Sun 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment.

Just give them a call, they’re happy to see you! 300 Stone Ridge Road, Angwin

(707) 965-2552 | www.bravantevineyards.com

At the end of a drive that sweeps through vineyards sits

Howell Mountains’ Bravante Vineyards, home to premium,

estate-grown wines. Here, the commitment is always, and

unwaveringly, to quality. “That goal drives everything we do

in the vineyard and in the cellar,” said founder and proprietor

George Bravante, a respected grower of citrus, stone fruit and

table grapes in the Central Valley. “We’re focused on crafting

consistently delicious and well-made wines from our historic

appellation.

“From the beginning, our philosophy has been grounded

in one word: commitment. Commitment to creating

world-class wine and commitment to the winemaking styles

that best

express the varietals. And that quality starts in the vineyard.”

The education and enjoyment begins in the compact but

comfortable tasting room, just off the winemaking facility,

with gleaming silver tanks and a modern crusher-destemmer.

Doors open on each end. Outside are entrances to the

naturally temperature and humidity controlled caves, an

integral part of their barrel aging program.

You begin your tour and tasting with a refreshing glass of

Sauvignon Blanc. Along the way you’ll hear anecdotes and

history inside the caves and outdoors, where the views are

spectacular. It is education at its most sublime – an hour of

learning, but mostly it’s about the enjoyment of both wine

and place. By Charles Neave

ON

& A

RO

UN

D H

OW

ELL

MO

UN

TAIN

NVdaytrips-0414_Layout 1 4/18/14 10:09 AM Page 30


GOOD TO KNOW• All of the rocks used in the building of the tasting

room, offices, planters and walls were collectedfrom the lands surrounding the vineyards.Especially selected are the ones covered with mossand those with unique shapes that represent thenatural beauty of the mountain’s terrain in thearchitectural elements of each structure.

• There are eight different types of lavender growingon the estate. Not only are they gorgeousflowering plants, but they attract bees andcontribute to the aromatic nature of Viader wines.

• The familial atmosphere carries on with Delia’s twoyoung grandsons (and possible third-generationwinemakers) happily pulling grapes off the vinesaround harvest time with all-encompassing smiles.

• Viader is 1200 feet above the Napa Valley floor onthe rocky slopes of Howell Mountain. The Europeandesign of the vineyards, with the vines oriented upand down the steep hillsides, is a planting methodthat optimizes sun exposure, vine density anderosion control.

Viader VineyardsPlease call ahead to make an appointment1120 Deer Park Road, Deer Park, CA 94576

(707) 963-3816 | www.viader.com

15% off wine purchases with this Day Trips guide.

From your perch high on a mountain rim, as you look down on astunning vista of vineyards and take your first sip of Viader wine, itwill dawn on you that this experience is one that will live in yourmemory forever. The sweeping panoramic views that unfold beforeyou are some of the most magnificent on earth, befitting of theelegant, take-your-breath-away wine that a gracious winery host hasjust poured for you.

Viader Vineyards only makes red wine, but not just any red wine.It has been the vision of one very determined and talented woman,Delia Viader, to plant a European-style vineyard, with vines orientedup and down the steep hillside of Howell Mountain and create winesthat can compete with the finest in the world. Such a vineyardrequires meticulous hand-farming resulting in wines that consistentlygarner rave reviews from discriminating wine lovers.

Delia’s signature wine, Viader Proprietary Red Blend, featuresCabernet Sauvignon with a significant component of Cabernet Franc.Delia’s aim was to create a wine that enhances a meal, and showcasesthe charming elegance of Cabernet Franc together with the incrediblestructure of mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. Described as“Liquid Cashmere” by many, the Viader Proprietary Red Blenddisplays silky tannins that Delia attributes to her mature“first-growth” vineyard estate, now managed by her son, Alan Viader.

To round out the experience, her daughter-in-law Mariela Viader,a Thomas Keller trained chef, can prepare hors d’oeuvres or smalldishes to pair with Viader wines for your special occasion or privateevent with as little as three weeks advance notice.

A truly spectacular winery, coupled with magnificent wines…theessence of an awe-inspiring Napa Valley Experience.

By Ronda Giangreco

ON

& A

RO

UN

D H

OW

ELL M

OU

NTA

IN


GOOD TO KNOW

• The original grapes were planted by Italian emigrant Carlo Rossini in 1891 on property originally homsteaded inthe 1870s.

• Tom Burgess bought his small mountain-side winery in 1972after falling in love with wine in the 1960s while touring Europe.

• From an open-air, mountainside porch you can see all the wayfrom Saint Helena to Calistoga.

• Their signature wine is the Cabernet Sauvignon, a big, boldwine that represents this varietal at its best.

• Burgess Cellars keeps a large selection of wines in their library, offering guests the opportunity to buy aged wines.The wines in their library program are stored in ideal condi-tions until release. “If you see our ‘library selection’ sticker onthe wine,” Mr. Burgess said, “it means it has never left our cellaruntil the time of the library release.”

• Steve Burgess, the winery’s head of sales and marketing, was actually born during the winery’s first harvest!

Burgess CellarsCall or visit the website to make an appointment.

1108 Deer Park RoadDeer Park, CA 94576

1-800-752-9463 | www.burgesscellars.com

Mention Day Trips for 10% off a purchase of six bottles and 20% off a case purchase.

There is one very important element that truly defines Burgess Cellars: the unique site. As Steve Burgesssays, “It is why our wines are different. It is why we aredifferent.”

Located high on Howell Mountain, and commanding abreathtaking view of the Napa Valley, Burgess can trace itsorigins to a winery that was established on the property inthe 1880s. That was long before cars or paved roads existedto link the property to civilization. The vineyards wereplanted with the help of mules, dynamite and the hardwork of people whose vision is reflected today in the finewines of Burgess. “We’ve been sustainable since before theword was invented. With us it has always been a necessity,”relates Steve.

For those who wish to visit the historic wine country ofthe Napa Valley, an afternoon at Burgess is essential.

The tasting room experience at Burgess is refreshinglyfree of pretentiousness. Located in their barrel room, thetasting bar is often manned by one of the family members.

Burgess wines are elegant and complex with purity andbalance, and include an array of Cabernet, Merlot andSyrah. They also make a few wines that are only available atthe winery. Their Grenache and Petite Sirah are true “finds”that you won’t get anywhere else. Their flagship wine,Cabernet Sauvignon, thrives on the western slopes ofHowell Mountain near the winery. By Ronda Giangreco

ON

& A

RO

UN

D H

OW

ELL M

OU

NTA

IN


Sage Canyon

FOODRutherford Grill1180 Rutherford Road, Rutherford(707) 963-1792, www.hillstone.com Located at the crossroads of Hwy 29 and RutherfordRoad, the Rutherford Grill has been serving fabulous foodto locals and tourists of Napa Valley for decades. Don'tmiss the fantastic selection of appetizers and entrees!

LODGINGRancho Caymus Inn1140 Rutherford Road, Rutherford1-800-845-1777, www.ranchocaymus.com Rustic elegance at its most charming. Surrounded by theall-consuming fragrance and visual splendor of NapaValley, the Rancho Caymus Inn is a tranquil, petite26-room Inn that is designed and decorated to capturethe simpler times of early California.

Auberge du Soleil180 Rutherford Hill Road, Rutherford(707) 963-1211, www.aubergedusoleil.com The discreet entrance off the Silverado Trail is your firstclue of the refined, uber chic elegance awaiting (guestsonly) at this exclusive creme-de-la-creme hotel in premierNapa Valley. Entrance to Auberge is very restricted toguests only though the discerning public is welcome to dineat the Micheline star restaurant or sip that $130 perglass of vintage Champagne on the Terrace.

Striking Sage Canyon cups the eastern edge of Napa Valley and boasts some of the richest soil types and distinctive wine-growing elevations alongfamed Atlas Peak and Lake Hennessey. it is also has the distinction of being one of the earliest winemaking regions in Napa when Swiss settlersAnton and Caterina Nichelini hand built their stone Nichelini Family Winery in 1884 and served as key pioneers in the rise of Napa’s modern wineindustry. Today, this region still stands for excellence, beauty and careful craftsmanship.

CONN CREEK RD

RUTHER

FORD

RD

RUTHERFORD HILL RD

128

29

OAKVILLE CROSSROAD

RUTHERFORDRANCHWINERY

KULETOESTATE

NICHELINIFAMILY

LAKEHENNESSEY

Aubergedu Soleil

Rutherford GrillRancho Caymus

SAGE CANYON RD

128

SILVERADO TRAIL

128

128

Driving Time: 11 minutesFrom Nichelini Family Wineryto Kuleto Estate 1.6 milesto Rutherford Ranch Winery 6.3 miles

Total 7.9 miles

Not to Scale

FROM THE WRAPAROUND DECK AT AUBERGE DU SOLEiL BiSTRO & BAR


WHAT TO TASTEThe family is justifiably proud of all of their releases, butif pressed and asked when unaccompanied by otherfamily members, universal praise was heaped upon thewhite Old Vine Muscadelle de Bordelais, made fromSauvignon Vert vines planted in 1946, and the Old Vine Zinfandel, made from vines planted in 1929 byAnton Nichelini himself.PLAN AHEADMany of the winery’s bottlings are made in such smallquantities that only club members gain access to them.The same goes for barrel tastings, wine-and-food eventsand vineyard tours. Consider joining the wine club whenyou visit to have total access to winery life.LITTLE KNOWN FACTAnton Nichelini was the first Swiss settler in Chiles Valley,establishing his homestead in 1884. A number of hisvines are still producing!VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Old Vine Muscadelle(Sauvignon Vert), Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Rosè of CabernetSauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Old Vine Zinfandel

Nichelini Family WineryOpen Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday-Thursday by appointment2950 Sage Canyon Road, St. Helena

(707) 963-0717www.nicheliniwinery.com

Bring in Day Trips and receive two tastings for the price of one.

“Since 1890...step back in time and let us take care of you!”The oldest family-owned winery in the Napa Valley, Nichelini was

established in the Chiles Valley District by Italian-Swiss pioneerwinemaker Anton Nichelini in 1890. Anton planted many of the sitesstill in use by the current generations of this family enterprise. Notonly is this one of the longest continuous winemaking families in theUnited States, but the scenic drive to Chiles Valley will take you back,mile by mile, to a simpler time. With the exception of the road, muchof what surrounds looks as it did one hundred years ago during thefirst heyday of winemaking in the North Coast.

Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by a snapshot of Napawinemaking circa 1900, including a gigantic Roman-style wine presswhich was used commercially until 1955. The vineyards are nearbyand range in age from two-decades to nearly ten decades – that’s whatcomes of caretaking the same set of rows generation after generation.Inside the 1895 seven-bedroom farmhouse, the bottom floor is now atasting room, and outside are picnic tables and a bocce court. Noreservations are required for groups of up to a dozen, and the winerydoes offer tours of the facility and barrel chai.

Another benefit of being in the wine business as a family for solong is the ability to make wines which speak from the winemaker’spassion rather than for large commercial distribution. The tastingroom is generally the only place to taste and purchase these fifty- toone hundred-case lots, and not many other locations anywhere, letalone in Napa, can give you access to heritage bottlings of old worldreds like Petite Sirah and Primitivo. What’s most impressive, though, isthe guiding philosophy the family will share with you while you arethere, tasting the wines and enjoying the locale: “We encourage you tostep back in time and let us take care of you.” Absolutely! By Josh Stein

SA

GE

CA

NY

ON


GOOD TO KNOW

• 100% estate-grown fruit, featuring more than 100 separatevineyard blocks

• Each block is farmed and picked separately with harvest oftenlasting up to 50 days.

• Gravity flow winery allows gentle handling of lots as small asone-half ton.

• The winery is 1250 feet above the valley floor with sweepingviews of Lake Hennessey and the vineyards of the Napa Valley.

• Their most unique wine is the Moscato which is fermented dry(i.e. almost no residual sugar), making it one of the fewMoscatos that is not a dessert wine. This wine is the idealpairing for oysters!

• Make an appointment for a Cabernet tasting offered at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays for $60 per person ($30 for wine club members) focusing on limited-production Cabernets.

Kuleto EstateDaily tours and tasting, by appointment

at 10:30 and 11:45 a.m., 1:00 and 2:30 p.m.2470 Sage Canyon Road, St. Helena

(707) 302-2209 | www.kuletoestate.comFollow Kuleto Estate on Facebook

Winding through the eastern hills of the Napa Valleyone would be forgiven for believing it impossible for awinery to be in such a remote setting. While snakingthrough the back roads, a sense of anticipation builds.Something wonderful must be around the next turn.Indeed it is.

Upon arrival, you will feel as though you just stepped

into a faraway land. The outdoor ambiance is a blend of

Old World Europe and California’s Hispanic influenced

history. Once inside, visitors are greeted with a feast for the

eyes in every corner. Massive one-of-a-kind lighting

fixtures fashioned from gnarled tree limbs illuminate

classic mission-style furnishings.

The gracious staff of Kuleto Estate will start you off

with a “walking splash” of their refreshingly approachable

Rosato, a dry rosé. You will then head out for a tour of the

grounds of this magnificent estate, passing by the “Amalfi”

patio that overlooks the picturesque landscape, complete

with rolling vineyards and an awe-inspiring view of the

valley below. Standing at the point overlooking Lake

Hennessey, one will gaze on a vista that is unparalleled in

scope.

The estate tour is followed by a leisurely tasting on the

outdoor terrace. Your guide will pour a variety of

ultra-premium wines while you enjoy panoramic views of

this incredible mountaintop estate.

SA

GE

CA

NY

ON


VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel

FUN FACTCorks are a natural and renewable resourceproduced from the bark of cork oak. You cansee one of these amazing specimens at the winery.

GREENAsk about the winery's Sustainability Certification fromthe California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance

SPECIAL TASTINGSDiscover the unique Chocolate & Wine Pairing. There are also daily tours (by appointment) to learn the history and geography of the property and includes a wine and cheese pairing. Or, test your sensory skills with the Sensory Analysis and Tasting experience. Call the hospitality staff to make your reservation.

Rutherford Ranch WineryVisit daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.1680 Silverado Trail South, St. Helena

(707) 968-3200www.rutherfordranch.com

Look for Rutherford Ranch Wineryon Facebook and Twitter

Of the 16 sub-appellations in the Napa Valley the Rutherford AVAmay be the most renowned. Legendary winemaker André Tchelistcheffsaid, “It takes Rutherford dust to grow great Cabernet.”

The Zaninovich family acquired the winery and estate vineyards in2000, but have been growing grapes and crafting wines for threegenerations. The winery grounds include a century-old olive grove andan unpretentious, homey atmosphere makes it a peaceful respite in aday of winery hopping.

Our winemaking team crafts elegant, true-to-the-varietal wines withfruit sourced from the two estate vineyards and other select vineyardsthroughout the valley. The cooler sites yield grapes with bright, richflavors and tropical fruit characteristics. Warmer sites within the valleyproduce grapes with deep, intense flavors. Together they provide thewinemakers with an unequaled palette of flavor, character and quality.

Rutherford Ranch Winery was awarded “Napa Winery of the Year”by the New York Int’l Wine Competition 2013.

The full line of award winning premium varietals include severalwines only available at the winery. Choose from Cabernet Sauvignon,Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel and deep, richproprietary red blends Rhiannon and Abela.

All of the wines are available in the tasting room along with ScottFamily Estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the family’s vineyards inMonterey County. Visitors can also enjoy the winery’s signatureChocolate & Wine pairing – a unique wine experience with localartisan chocolates – and purchase family-produced olive oil andorganically grown raisins (a visitor and staff favorite). Take the time todiscover these “Wines Worth Knowing.”

Wine Tasting Pass – Redeem for Two-for-One Tasting

SA

GE

CA

NY

ON

www.WineCountryThisWeek.com 37

St. HelenaThe special little town of St. Helena is located seven short miles south of Calistoga on Foothill Blvd/CA Hwy 29. The playground of the tres chicand tasteful, St. Helena’s one Main Street is filled to the brim with gourmet bakeries, acclaimed restaurants, couture clothes, and lavish homedecor and kitchen shops.

FOODAnna’s Cantina1205 Main Street, St. Helena, (707) 963-4921A great place to meet locals and indulge in some karoake! A must for Thursday night visitors and public-singing-fans.Anna's is a locals hangout that happily welcomes visitors.

Gott’s Roadside “Tray Gourmet”933 Main Street, St. Helena(707) 963-3486, www.gottsroadside.com "Mighty Fine Eats!" indeed. Keeping alive the traditions of hand-made American food. Artisanal ingredients in traditional recipescombine for a refreshing take on old roadside favorites. Don'tmiss the burgers and fries!

Guigni Deli1227 Main Street, St. Helena, (707) 963-3421An absolute must! Guigni Deli is known for their “Guigni Juice” – it makes every sandwich incredible.

Model Bakery1357 Main Street, St. Helena(707) 963-8192, www.themodelbakery.com Start your day with fresh coffee and hand-made pastry.

Tra Vigne1050 Charter Oak Street, St. Helena(707) 963-444, www.travignerestaurant.com Italian inspired cuisine, remarkable 200 count wine list

V. Sattui WineryCorner of Hwy. 29 & White Lane, St. Helena(707) 963-7774, www.vsattui.comPerfect spot for a wine country picnic with cheeses, meats, sal-ads and panini as well as BBQ fare and pizzas on weekendsduring spring, summer and fall.

LODGING

Inn at Southbridge1020 Main Street, St. Helena1-800-520-6800, www.innatsouthbridge.com Ideally located in the center of St. Helena.

Meadowood900 Meadowood Lane, St. Helena1-800-458-8080, www.meadowood.com Luxury country resort unfolds across 250 lush acres with tennis courts, croquet lawns, 9-hole golf course and spa.

ST. HELENA

SILVERADO TRAIL

SPRING MOUNTAIN

DEER P

ARK

PRATT

POPE ST

WHITEHALL LN

MADRONE

HOWELL MTN RD

MEADOWOOD LN

CHARTER OAK

GRAYSON

BALE LN

INGLEWOOD

ZINFA

NDEL LN

LODI L

N

BERINGER

V. SATTUIWINERY

ST. CLEMENT

Meadowood

Culinary Instituteof America (CIA)

Model Bakery

Guigni Deli

Tra Vigne

Inn at Southbridge

Crane Park

128

29

BALLENTINE

MERRYVALE

TRINCHERO

HALL ST. HELENA

Driving Time: 12 minutesFrom Trinchero Family Estatesto Ballentine >1 mileto St. Clement >1 mileto Beringer >1 mileto Merryvale 1 mileto HALL St. Helena .5 mile to V. Sattui .5 mile

Total 4 miles

Vineyard Country Inn201 Main Street, St. Helena, (707) 963-1000www.vineyardcountryinn.com A three diamond, AAA approved lodge offering21 suites with fireplaces. Using lovely old worldbrick, the Vineyard Inn courtyards, pool, andlounge areas provide a great place to unwindafter that busy day of wine tasting!

THINGS TO DOWeekends at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA)2555 Main Street, St. Helena1-888-995-1699www.ciaachef.edu/enthusiastsSelect a cooking or wine class at the world-famous CIA.

Not to Scale


ST. H

ELE

NA

FUN FACTIn 2007, Mario Monticelli became the winemaker withhand-crafted winemaking experience. His focus is onestate-grown wines from the family’s significantvineyard holdings in the Napa Valley AVA scoring more than 50 90+ point scores from top wine critics..

TASTING ROOMThe tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Seminars are by appointment at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Call (707) 963-1160 or 1-800-473-4454or email Lew Price at [email protected].

VARIETALSCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, PetitVerdot, Meritage and Sauvignon Blanc

Trinchero Napa ValleyOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

3070 North St. Helena HighwayNapa, CA 94574

(707) 963-1160 or 1-800-473-4454www.trincheronapavalley.com

Follow Trinchero Napa Valley on Facebook!

Mention ‘Day Trips’ for 2-for-1 Tasting

Experience Old World Hospitality at Trinchero Napa ValleyTaste the history from Mario and Mary Trinchero, the

family’s winemaking heritage. Trinchero Napa Valley focuses onsmall lot estate grown wines specializing in single-vineyardCabernets.

The Trinchero family descendants designed and built a newwinery, tasting room and luxurious hospitality center in 2007with views of the Howell and Spring Mountains on thetwenty-two acre site. The site has wine education programsand a Tuscan-style culinary center, which features indoor andoutdoor kitchens, culinary gardens and a wine cellar. The newfermentation center design reflects New York’s Grand CentralStation and the barrel room has 1,400 French oak barrels. Thefamily’s history is displayed throughout the hospitality centerand tasting room.

You can enjoy A Taste of Terroir, which is a horizontaltasting of single-vineyard Cabernets, and an introduction to theappellations of Napa Valley. The sit-down comparative tastingtakes place in the downstairs cellar of the hospitality center andincludes individual cheese pairings ($50 by appointment). Atthe wine bar, you can sample four current releases ($15) orselect a Cabernet comparative tasting that includes theSignature Cabernet ($30).

The Legacy Club offers members first access to thesmall-production wines with a twenty percent discount, specialofferings throughout the year and invitations to festivals andwinemaker dinners in the hospitality center. Dawn Marie Carlson


ST. H

ELE

NA

VARIETALSChardonnay, Old Vine Chenin Blanc, Petit Verdot, PetiteSirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, CabernetSauvignon, Zinfandel Port and a very rare sparklingMalvasia Bianca Frizzante that is perfect for that specialoccasion or a spur-of-the moment picnic.TASTINGSAvailable by prior appointmentFOOD PAIRINGTry their rich Port with dark chocolate after a meal, or just as a special treat any time of day.PRODUCTIONAbout 10,000 cases a year.GEOGRAPHYThe hills that create the Napa Valley also help shape thewines made in this part of Northern California WineCountry. To the east of this winery is the Vaca Range, on theother side of the Valley; to the west, across from the winery,are the Mayacamas.GREEN FACTThe winery is now 100-percent solar powered, just one of their many green efforts.

Ballentine VineyardsOpen daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment only

2820 St. Helena Highway North, St. Helena(707) 963-7919

www.ballentinevineyards.com

There is a lot of history behind this winery. John

Ballentine emigrated in 1910 from County Tyrone, Ireland

to the Bay Area. His son Van grew up in the Napa Valley

helping to plant vineyards, prune vines and make wine.

The history of this winery also involves the Pocai

family from Italy. Over time, their winemaking, their

families and their fortunes intertwined. Even the

devastating San Francisco earthquake of 1906 played a

part.

Luck was also a major player, especially when it came

to the acquisition of some of the best vineyard land in the

entire Napa Valley. Luck can never be an underestimated

component when it comes to successful winemaking, a

fact that continues to this day.

When you enter the tasting room at this working

winery, you’ll find a long, stylish room with

chocolate-hued walls, an L-shaped bar and lots of stone

and wood. Windows on the north look out on vineyards,

the floor is slate, the lighting modern, and you’re likely to

find yourself talking to the owners and their

always-friendly staff.

Today, all of the Ballentine wines are estate wines and

the wines available in the tasting room are wonderful

examples of what the Napa Valley is famous for. Here,

you’ll find your own favorites as you taste your way

through Ballentine’s list of special offerings. By Charles Neave


ONLY AT THE WINERY!St. Clement produces 14 wines, but only five of them are available in select markets throughout the US. Theremaining eight are secret little gems that you can only find inthe tasting room.

DON’T MISS: 2009 Steinhauer Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell MountainThis single vineyard Cabernet comes across as ethereal at first, then gains volume and shape in the glass. Cranberry, raspberry, minerals, mint and spices are all woven together. It received 91 points fromWine Advocate and retails for $80.

VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay

FUN FACTSt. Clement's portfolio of stunning Napa Valley wines is anchoredby the flagship Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition to theirown vineyards, St. Clement has been working for years to buildrelationships with some of the top winegrowers in Napa Valley'smost sought-after sub-appellations. Each vineyard brings its ownindividual qualities to the blend.

St. Clement VineyardsOpen Daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2867 St. Helena Highway North, St. Helena 1-866-877-5939 • www.stclement.com

Mention Day Trips and receive a two-for-one tasting! *Terms and conditions apply – see winery for details.

Words hardly do justice to St. Clement Vineyardsand Tasting Room. Set high above the Napa Valley floorin an 1870s Victorian house, St. Clement is at once regaland inviting.

St. Clement Vineyards was a private residence until1976 when it became a winery dedicated to producingworld-class wines.

The home itself was built in 1878 and is aremarkable piece of California Victorian architecture.Think period-appropriate paint, decor and details likecarved arrows in the eaves to ward off evil spirits!

More than half of Napa’s 33 different soil series and100 different soil variations are represented in St.Clement wines. The grapes are sourced from some of thebest vineyards in the Napa Valley from diverse AVAssuch as Howell Mountain, Mount Veeder andRutherford. They are able to take these exceptionalgrapes and produce St. Clement wines withextraordinary depth and complexity.

Tasting fees are $20-$25 and guests can choose from

a menu that includes reds and whites. For those

interested in private tastings, St. Clement offers Big Reds

of St. Clement which features limited-production

Cabernet Sauvignons from a variety of Napa Valley

vineyards. Private tastings are by appointment only and

are $35 per person. By Abigail P. Zimmerman

ST. H

ELE

NA


FUN FACTBeringer Vineyards has Victorian-era roots and is theoldest continuously operating winery in Napa Valley! In 2001, the entire winery site was designated a HistoricDistrict on the National Register of Historic Places.

VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,Sauvignon Blanc, White Zinfandel, Moscato, Sparkling Moscato

WHAT TO TASTEThe 2010 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is craftedfrom a blend of several premier Napa Valley vineyards. A blend of mountain and valley floor fruit, this Cabernetretails for $160. It scored 94 points from Wine Spectator.

CALLING ALL FOODIES!Find recipes to perfectly pair with Beringer wines on thewinery’s website.

Beringer VineyardsOpen daily June through October, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

November through May, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2000 Main Street , St. Helena 1-866-708-9463 • www.beringer.com

Follow Beringer Vineyards on Facebook and learn of new releases and special events!

Mention Day Trips and receive a two-for-one tasting! *Terms and conditions apply – see winery for details.

For more than 130 years, Beringer Vineyards has reflectedthe rewards of hard labor, agricultural pride and determinedviticultural stewardship.

German emigrant Jacob Beringer followed his brotherFrederick to the New World in 1868 to begin a new life.Hearing of California’s warm, sunny climate, the brothersheaded west to Napa Valley. Vintage cellar worker, JacobBeringer was thrilled to find Napa’s rocky, well-drained soilssimilar to those of his native Rhine Valley.

From the beginning, the Beringer brothers were vastlyahead of the oenological times. Frederick and Jacob built agravity-flow winery and steam-powered grape crusher, thenenlisted the help of laborers to hand-dig tunnels within thehills of Napa Valley. There are two different tours offered dailythat explore the Old Winery and tunnels.

Beringer is world-famous for crafting classic wines fromNapa’s finest appellations and vineyards. Founder Jacob’sforesight in recognizing the quality and potential of grapegrowing in the Napa Valley is part of the living heritage ofBeringer Vineyards. In its third century, Beringer is led byWinemaker Laurie Hook who produces wines that speakeloquently of Beringer’s rich history and contemporaryelegance.

Laurie speaks volumes when she says “you can’t make wineonly through science...trust your intuition as well.” It is thisblend of art and science that elevates Beringer wines above therest. By Abigail P. Zimmerman

ST. H

ELE

NA


ST. H

ELE

NA

VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc,Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Antigua DessertWine, and Profile – a classic Bordeaux blend. Manyof these wines, particularly the Profile, are availablein large formats and as older library wines.AWARDSTo be honest, far too many to mention. On anenvironmental “green” level, they have received multiple certifications.HISTORIC TRIVIAThe Merryvale winery building was the first newwinery built in the Napa Valley after Prohibition was(at last!) repealed.FUN FACTLook around the tasting room to discover just whatan artisan can do with barrel staves.PRIVATE EVENTSWedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, family occa-sions, corporate events and more, the Cask Room at Merryvale can accommodate groups of up to 112.Call (707) 968-3429 for details.

Merryvale VineyardsWine Tastings offered until 5 p.m.Open 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily1000 Main Street, St. Helena

(707) 963-7777 | www.merryvale.com Facebook & Twitter

Mention ‘Day Trips‘ for a 2-for-1 Signature Tasting!

If a movie company were to design a set, they could not do betterthan to replicate the historic, family-owned Merryvale Vineyardsproperty. From the ivy on the side of the building to the manicuredgrounds, tall trees and the fountain outside, to the expanse of wood,wood beams and ochre walls inside. There is also the Library Roomwhere great vintages of Merryvale wines gently rest, and the magnificentCask Room separated from the tasting room by just an iron gate. In thisstone-walled room are double-tiered racks of enormous century-old oakcasks and on either side as you enter, even larger monuments to thegrape.

“Our goal is to craft elegant, complex, world-class wines in the finestEuropean style, yet reflecting the fruit from Napa Valley’s finest vineyards. Tothat end, we emphasize quality over quantity with no compromises.” Todiscover how this statement manifests itself in the bottle and in the glass,plan a visit to Merryvale’s spacious tasting room. You can choose from thetwo tasting options: The Signature Tasting that offers four wines to taste andthe Prestige Tasting that has five, including Profile.

The winery also offers two very unique experiences for guests: theWine & Cheese tasting and the Profile Library Tasting. The wine andcheese tasting is a seated, semi-private food & wine experience that pairsartisan cheeses with Merryvale Vineyards wines. Developed by our onstaff CIA-trained chef, Jason Velderrain, the Merryvale Cheese & WineTasting focus on family-owned, local-sourced products that embody thevalues of the Merryvale Vineyards family. It is available daily by priorappointment.

Profile by Merryvale is the pinnacle of Napa Valley wines.Handcrafted from select vineyard sites as well as the Schlatter FamilyEstate Vineyard, Profile is the centerpiece of the Merryvale winemakinglegacy. Combining our current release Profile with three past vintages,this privately hosted, seated tasting is the ultimate expression ofMerryvale’s unique and historic winemaking history. This experience isavailable by prior appointment.


ST. H

ELE

NA

VARIETALSHALL produces 12 different labels of CabernetSauvignon, from both the Napa Valley and also theAlexander Valley. The winery also produces SauvignonBlanc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. HALL’s Napa Valley estatevineyards are Certified Organic and employ cutting-edgevineyard technology to yield the highest quality grapes.

TOURS & TASTINGSCall for details/reservations.• Gallery 401 Tasting – $30, walk-in basis• Bergfeld Tour & Tasting – $50, daily on the hour• Wine Tasting 101 – $30, daily at 10 a.m.• Demystifying Wine & food – $75, Saturday at 11 a.m.• Sunset Cruise – $50, Friday at 5:30 p.m.• Ultimate Cabernet Collector – $100, daily at 11 a.m.• Wine & Art Exploration – $50, Sunday at 11 a.m.

HALL St. HelenaOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

401 St. Helena Highway SouthSt. Helena, CA 94574

(707) 967-2626 | www.hallwines.com@hallwines

HALL has more than 30 wines that have been rated 90 or above.

One winery I can’t stop talking about is HALL St. Helena.Unveiled late last year, the “reimagined” winery and Visitor’sCenter combines both the old and the new; a sophisticatedtasting room, a historic Napa Valley building dating back to1885, a modern art collection both inside and out and, ofcourse, exquisite wines.

The first thing you’ll notice about HALL is its huge sparklingnew rabbit sculpture on Highway 29. “Bunny Foo-Foo” is oneof the incredible works of famed artist Lawrence Argent, whoalso did a similar installation at the Sacramento Airport.

Modern, one-of-a kind sculptures are infused throughoutthe buildings and in the gardens. On the lower floor of themain building is a state of the art winemaking facility, and wasin fact the first LEED® Gold Certified Winery in the State ofCalifornia. If you look up above the fermentation vats, you’llsee red glass sculptures and large pinwheels that appear to floatfrom the ceiling.

Inside their sophisticated glass-walled tasting room you’ll begreeted with a splash of Sauvignon Blanc, their “welcome wine”– followed by awared-winning Cabernets (HALL has more than30 wines rated 90+). The winery produces 12 differentCabernets each from small lot vineyards, and each withremarkably different qualities. The 2011 Napa Valley Cabernetis full of luscious rich berries, soft notes of oak and smoothtannins. I also loved the 2010 T-Bar-T Ranch from AlexanderValley, jam-packed with baked cherries and currants, spicynotes, and a minerality that makes it for a perfect pairing with ajuicy steak. By Mindy Joyce, WineryCritic.com

Tuba

y Yab

ut


VARIETALSMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, White Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Madeira, Sparkling Wines, Muscat and more

HUNGRY?Enjoy food and wine pairings and pick up a snack,a picnic, something savory or sweet to nibble on all fromthe deli where you’ll find more than 200 cheeses and anassortment of food items and gifts.

SPECIAL EVENTSIf you’re planning a wedding or dinner, everything youneed for a special event is within these stone walls.

SPECIAL OFFERSConsider membership in the Cellar Club or Wine of theMonth Club, which allows year-round access to taste aportfolio of their best wines and invitations to specialevents.

V. Sattui WineryOpen daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

(Winter 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)1111 White Lane, St. Helena

(707) 963-7774 | www.vsattui.com

Follow V. Sattui Winery on Facebook and Twitter @vsattui1885.

Enjoy a 2-for-1 Premium Tasting with a copy of this article.

Vittorio Sattui was an Italian immigrant who founded a wineryin San Francisco in 1885, and is the great-grandfather of DarioSattui, who restarted the family winery in St. Helena in 1975. It’slike a slice of Italy, with a busy piazza of stone walls, courtyards, atower, cellars, fountain and expansive picnic grounds. Of course, aselection of highly-rated wines is always available.

It all begins when you enter the Italian Deli & Marketplace,where you can shop an expansive variety of house-madesandwiches, salads, meats and over 200 cheeses. The famousweekend BBQ is especially tantalizing. Next stop, the tasting area,offering a variety of wine tasting options. There’s a whole list ofhighly-rated Cabernets, Pinot Noirs and Zinfandels from which tochoose; and if you like white wines, V. Sattui producesaward-winning Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs and Muscat wines.V. Sattui is also one of the biggest producers of Riesling in both dryand off-dry styles. With the Reserve Tasting you’ll try a flight of sixsingle-vineyard and limited-release wines. V. Sattui wines are onlyavailable at the winery or online at www.vsattui.com, making avisit to the tasting room just a little more special.

So, what are the critics saying? V. Sattui offers more than adozen 90+ point rated wines from the likes of the Wine Enthusiast,Wine Spectator, Connoisseurs Guide and more.

If that were not enough, V. Sattui Winemaker Brooks Painterwas named “Winemaker of the Year” at the prestigious SanFrancisco International Wine Competition. And that’s just afterV. Sattui was named “Winery of the Year” for the third year in a rowat the 2014 Winemaker Challenge. With over 100 Gold, Platinum,“Best of Class” and “Best of Show” medals in the past year alone,V. Sattui wines are worth their weight in gold!

ST. H

ELE

NA


Rutherford/Oakville

FOODOakville Grocery7856 Highway 29, Oakville, CA 94562(707) 944-8802, www.oakvillegrocery.comBuilt in 1881, this "little country store" has soldlocal, all-California sundries, deli delights andconfections for more than 120 years... This is agreat place to find gifts!

Rutherford Grill1180 Rutherford Road, Rutherford(707) 963-1792, www.hillstone.com Located at the crossroads of Hwy 29 andRutherford Road, the Rutherford Grill has beenserving fabulous food to locals and tourists of NapaValley for decades. Don't miss the fantastic selectionof appetizers and entrees!

LODGINGRancho Caymus Inn1140 Rutherford Road, Rutherford1-800-845-1777, www.ranchocaymus.com Rustic elegance at its most charming.Surrounded by the all-consuming fragrance andvisual splendor of Napa Valley, the RanchoCaymus Inn is a tranquil, petite 26-room Innthat is designed and decorated to capture thesimpler times of early California.

Auberge du Soleil180 Rutherford Hill Road, Rutherford(707) 963-1211, www.aubergedusoleil.com The discreet entrance off the Silverado Trail isyour first clue of the refined, uber chic eleganceawaiting (guests only) at this exclusivecreme-de-la-creme hotel in premier Napa Valley.Entrance to Auberge is very restricted to guestsonly though the discerning public is welcome to dineat the Micheline star restaurant or sip that $130per glass of vintage Champagne on the Terrace.

SILVERADO TRAIL

CONN CREEK RD

SAGE CANYON RD

RUTHERFORD HILL RD

128

128

128

OAKVILLE CROSSROAD

MONEY

SKELLENGER

29

WHITEHALL

RUTHERFO

RD R

D

LAKEHENNESSEY

Aubergedu Soleil

RutherfordGrill

Rancho Caymus

RUTHERFORDHILL

RUTHERFORDRANCH

ROBERT MONDAVIWINERY

WHITEHALLLANE

Driving Time: 12 minutesFrom Rutherford Hillto Rutherford Ranch .7 mileto Whitehall Lane 3.4 milesto Robert Mondavi Winery 3.2 miles

Total 7.3 miles

Not to Scale

Oakville began in the 1860s as a waterstop fortourist steam trains. Neighboring Rutherfordgrew to boast some of the most famous winelabels in the new world. Today, the rollingvineyards in this part of unincorporatedNapa still serves as an outstanding touristdestination for visitors seeking an artisan,gourmet experience. World-class wineriesoffer up some of the finest Napa reds andwhite wines known to oenophiles while theOakville Grocery is equally famous fordelicious foods, coffees, and picnic items.


VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel

FUN FACTCorks are a natural and renewable resourceproduced from the bark of cork oak. You cansee one of these amazing specimens at the winery.

GREENAsk about the winery's Sustainability Certification fromthe California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance

SPECIAL TASTINGSDiscover the unique Chocolate & Wine Pairing. There are also daily tours (by appointment) to learn the history and geography of the property and includes a wine and cheese pairing. Or, test your sensory skills with the Sensory Analysis and Tasting experience. Call the hospitality staff to make your reservation.

Rutherford Ranch WineryVisit daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.1680 Silverado Trail South, St. Helena

(707) 968-3200www.rutherfordranch.com

Look for Rutherford Ranch Wineryon Facebook and Twitter

Of the 16 sub-appellations in the Napa Valley the Rutherford AVAmay be the most renowned. Legendary winemaker André Tchelistcheffsaid, “It takes Rutherford dust to grow great Cabernet.”

The Zaninovich family acquired the winery and estate vineyards in2000, but have been growing grapes and crafting wines for threegenerations. The winery grounds include a century-old olive grove andan unpretentious, homey atmosphere makes it a peaceful respite in aday of winery hopping.

Our winemaking team crafts elegant, true-to-the-varietal wines withfruit sourced from the two estate vineyards and other select vineyardsthroughout the valley. The cooler sites yield grapes with bright, richflavors and tropical fruit characteristics. Warmer sites within the valleyproduce grapes with deep, intense flavors. Together they provide thewinemakers with an unequaled palette of flavor, character and quality.

Rutherford Ranch Winery was awarded “Napa Winery of the Year”by the New York Int’l Wine Competition 2013.

The full line of award winning premium varietals include severalwines only available at the winery. Choose from Cabernet Sauvignon,Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel and deep, richproprietary red blends Rhiannon and Abela.

All of the wines are available in the tasting room along with ScottFamily Estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the family’s vineyards inMonterey County. Visitors can also enjoy the winery’s signatureChocolate & Wine pairing – a unique wine experience with localartisan chocolates – and purchase family-produced olive oil andorganically grown raisins (a visitor and staff favorite). Take the time todiscover these “Wines Worth Knowing.”

Wine Tasting Pass – Redeem for Two-for-One Tasting

RU

TH

ER

FO

RD

/OA

KV

ILLE


RU

TH

ER

FO

RD

/OA

KV

ILLE

VARIETALSChardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot NoirCLUB ROOMA seated VIP tasting experience with light fare in the Club Room overlooking the Estate Vineyard and Barrel Room. By appointment only. Seatings at 11 a.m., 1 and 2:30 p.m. daily.EDUCATIONPublic tours are conducted that are fun, educational andprovide a behind-the-scenes look at a family-ownedworking winery. They can also set one up especially foryou! Call for daily times and options.

GREAT GIFTIndulge yourself with the gift of being part of theirextended family – join the wine club! Whether foryourself or for someone special, it’s like getting the NapaValley’s finest delivered to your doorstep three times ayear. There is a reds-only option. Visit whitehalllane.comfor details.

Whitehall Lane WineryOpen daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

1563 St. Helena Highway South, St. Helena 1-800-963-9454 x19

www.whitehalllane.comLook for Whitehall Lane Winery

on Facebook and Twitter

Ask about Reserve Tasting, with access to the winery-exclusive, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons poured side by side.

For years Whitehall Lane has been known for its wide variety of wines, incredible Cabernets and friendly staff. The Leonardini family owns and operates the winery and hascreated a portfolio of limited-production wines found only atthe winery.

To introduce visitors to Whitehall Lane and do somepainless wine education, they offer daily tastings covering suchtopics as the art and science of winemaking, the valley historyand just plain fun facts. They talk about varietals, sensoryevaluations of wine and pairing wine with food. During eachsession you’ll sample a variety of current-release wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot andCabernet Sauvignon.

For the most discerning visitors they offer an exclusive winetasting experience in their Club Room, perched atop thewinery’s newest addition. You’ll enjoy a seated tasting of ReserveCabernet with a winery concierge in this beautiful setting with asweeping view of vineyards from indoors and on the deck. A charcuterie platter is available to accompany your tasting. An appointment is required. Allow an hour so you can relaxand fully enjoy the experience.

Actually, there are all sorts of wine surprises in the ClubRoom. You may get a preview of an unreleased wine, a verticalfrom the library, or a horizontal tasting of all the winery’sCabernets. They now produce two single-vineyard CabernetSauvignons: the Leonardini Vineyard Cabernet from the St. Helena appellation, and the Millennium MM Vineyard from Rutherford. But the fact is that no matter which of thetasting options you choose, you can be guaranteed anexperience you’ll long remember.


PHILOSOPHY:“Life looks better from Rutherford Hill.”

VARIETALS Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon,Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Malbec,Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Syrah, ZinfandelPort, Rosé

DAILY TOURSDaily tours of the winery include the tastingof five Napa Valley Red wines, offered dailyat 11: 30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Guests aretaken through the winery cellars, andimpressive cave system while tasting andlearning Rutherford’s history andwinemaker’s philosophy.

Rutherford Hill WineryOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

200 Rutherford Hill RoadRutherford, CA 94573

(707) 963-1871www.rutherfordhill.comYou can also follow

Rutherford Hill Wineryon Facebook and Twitter

Receive $10 off a bottle of wine purchase with proof of Day Trip article.

Rutherford Hill, a Terlato family owned winery, is perched high onthe eastern hillside just off of the Silverado Trail, and is known as apioneer in Merlot. Set amid oak woodlands and rolling vineyards,visitors are greeted with unmatched valley views. The winery exudes asense of casual elegance, with lush gardens, climbing roses and anexpansive courtyard area making it a must-see Napa Valleydestination.

Merlot leads the portfolio of world-class Rutherford Hill varietalsproduced from grapes grown in an array of carefully selected estatevineyards and produced with the Terlato family’s legendarycommitment to quality. Owner John Terlato works closely withwinemaker Marisa Taylor, who hand-crafts 11 different classic varietalseach year.

The Rutherford Hill caves are a unique characteristic of the winery,and offer the perfect environment to honor the ancient practice ofaging wine underground. At 59° and 90 percent humidity, the winesevolve flawlessly and with minimal evaporation, reducing alcoholconcentration. The revival of the winery was led by Anthony Terlatoand his sons, Bill and John when they purchased the winery in 1996.They see themselves as stewards of the land and a solar power systemdelivers the winery’s electricity.

Rutherford Hill offers a unique dining experience where guests canenjoy a private dinner in the candlelit wine aging caves.

The gorgeous picnic grounds are perfect for a memorable picnicand are available by reservation for a fee.

Don’t miss the chance to experience Rutherford Hill – legendaryMerlot, sweeping views of the valley and the adventure you crave.

RU

TH

ER

FO

RD

/OA

KV

ILLE


VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Fumé Blanc

FUN FACTSGeneviève Janssens, Director of Winemaking for RobertMondavi Winery was named Wine Enthusiast’s 2010Winemaker of the Year. These awards recognize excellence inthe wine industry, honoring the most notable figures, with aspecial emphasis on achievements made over the past year.

CONCERTSFor 45 years, the annual Summer Concert Series has hostedlegendary musical artists ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to JoshGroban. Bring a picnic supper along, or choose a meal on sitefrom local restaurant partners. Purchase tickets soon – theysell out quickly!

Robert Mondavi WineryOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

7801 St. Helena Highway, Napa CA 945621-888-766-6328 Option 2

www.robertmondaviwinery.com/Visit-Us

You know the name – it’s synonymous with winesthat stand among the world’s finest. For more than 40years, Robert Mondavi Winery has been delightingvisitors with an inspired mix of award-winning wines,fine cuisine and the best in music and the arts.

Sample the hand-crafted, winery-only Spotlightwines from the stunning, redesigned Vineyard TastingRoom, or linger on the new patios, where beautifulviews of the famous To Kalon Vineyard invite you tosip, savor and connect with friends and family. Visitthe To Kalon Reserve Room for reserve wines andpersonal service in a luxurious, intimate setting, andpair your selections with an artisan cheese plate.

For an unforgettable experience in food and winepairing, indulge in the leisurely Harvests of Joy lunch,or join the Garden to Table dinner program, whereyou’ll work with the winery chef to craft your mealfrom garden-fresh produce. Programs featuring cheeseand wine pairings, chocolate and wine explorations,and library wine tastings are also available.

The winery’s renowned Signature Tour takes youon a 90-minute, comprehensive journey from grapeto glass, and concludes with a seated tasting of threewines. Small group sizes ensure a personal, in-depthexperience. For those travelling with children or withtime constraints, the Discovery Tour provides aviewing of the vineyards and cellars and a tasting in a30-minute time frame. By Alexandra Charsley

RU

TH

ER

FO

RD

/OA

KV

ILLE


NapaFOODCole’s Chop House1122 Main Street, Napa(707) 224-6328, www.coleschophouse.com Make your reservations for this classic American chophouse in the heart of old town Napa. The menu features21 dry-aged prime steaks, Certified Angus Beef, New Zealand lamb and fresh seafood.

Celadon500 Main Street, Napa(707) 254-9690, www.celadonnapa.com A quasi-casual dining experience, Celadon takes the best of Napa Valley produce, wines and foods and serves them up as “Global Comfort Foods” with a casual, stylish flair. No pretensions here …just delicious lunch and dinner!

LODGINGThe Meritage Hotel & Spa875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, (707) 251-19001-866-370-6272, www.themeritageresort.comLavish guest rooms and Napa’s only underground full-service Spa is sure to soothe your weary soul.Dine at the award-winning Siena restaurant.

THINGS TO DOOxbow Public Market644 1st Street, Napa, (707) 226-6529www.oxbowpublicmarket.com One-of-a-kind foods, picnics, wines and unique shoppingall under one roof. Friday night music and Saturdaymorning Farmers Markets are a treat.Anette’s Chocolates | C CASA, Latin Cuisine | Ca’ Momi | Cate & Co., Gluten Free Bake Shop & Eatery |The Fatted Calf – Charcuterie & Butcher | Five DotRanch – fresh beef, deli | Gott’s Roadside – gourmet burgerstand | Hog Island Oyster Bar | Kanaloa Seafood | Kara’sCupcakes | Kitchen Door, restaurant | Marshall’s Farm Honey| The Model Bakery | The Monkey Flower Group | Napa ValleyDistillery, microdistillery and cocktail-related items | The OlivePress | Oxbow Cheese & Wine Merchant | Oxbow Produce &Grocery | Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen | Poor House, home decorand gift items

IMOLA

1st ST

PUEBLO AVE

MA

IN

12

12

JEFFERSON

PEARL

COOMBS

1st ST

McKINSTRYSOSCOL AVE

SOSCO

L AVE

LINCOLN AVE

SILVERADO

TRAIL

VALLEJO

CLINTON

MAIN

JAMESON CANYON

N KELLY

29

29

29

at OxbowPublic Market

CAPP HERITAGEVINEYARDS

NAPAVALLEY

WINETRAIN

City Winery

Avia

JAMIESONRANCH

VINEYARDS

To Sonoma

To I-80

Sacramento

121121

NAPACA’ MOMI

TULOCAY

Driving Time: 18 minutesFrom Jamieson Ranch Vineyards toCapp Heritage Vineyards 7.5 milesto Ca'Momi Enoteca .8 milesto Tulocay Winery 1.5 miles

Total 9.8 miles

Map Not to Scale

Enjoy Celadon’s award-winning‘Global Comfort Food’

in our beautiful dining roomor on the lovely courtyard.

The seasonally influenced menu features flavorsfrom the Mediterranean, Asia and the Americas.

500 Main St, Ste G, Napa - In the Historic Napa Mill707-254-9690 • www.celadonnapa.com

Downtown Napa is an essential stop for any visitor. This charming old town is filled with great shops, wine tasting venues, fine dining, inns andall sorts of special events happening along the recently restored waterfront and trees-lined avenues. For what‘s going on in Downtown Napa,visit the website at www.napadowntown.com. Situated on the north end of Napa is Stags Leap AVA that produces world renowned CabernetSauvignon as well as other Bordeaux varietals.


FUN FACTOn weekends adorableminiature horses (partof the therapy outreachprogram) are on handto interact with winery guests.

Jamieson Ranch VineyardsOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Napa Comfort FoodServed daily at 12:15 p.m. with reservations

1 Kirkland Ranch Road, NapaReservations: (707) 254-8673 ext. 119

or www.jamiesonranch.com Be sure to watch the calendar at jamiesonranch.com

for upcoming winery events

Mention ‘Day Trips’ for an upgraded tasting experience.

Jamieson Ranch Vineyards is the southernmost wineryin the Napa Valley, allowing convenient access from manyBay Area locations. The property’s more than 300 acres ofgently rolling hillsides and vineyards were formerly part ofGeneral Mariano Vallejo’s Rancho Suscol in the mid-1800s.Today, the ranching tradition continues with cattle grazingthe hillsides, sheep amidst the vines for weed control andan apiary, from which the estate honey is sourced.

The unique architecture of Jamieson Ranch isreminiscent of a majestic western mountain lodge, repletewith soaring ceilings, seating around a cozy fireplace, anobservation gallery overlooking the barrel room andproduction area and a spectacular wraparound verandathat affords sweeping views of the Napa Valley and SanPablo Bay.

NAPA COMFORT FOOD: WOOD-FIRED | WINE-FRIENDLYJamieson Ranch Vineyards recently launched “Napa

Comfort Food: Wood-Fired | Wine-Friendly” – theinnovative new culinary program featuring sophisticatedcomfort food with a twist. An ode to its historic, ranchingroots, these offerings showcase each season’s freshestingredients – whenever possible, sourced from theirorganic gardens – coupled with expressive wines from theJRV portfolio. Chef will also whip up some mouthwateringbites on the wood-fired grill. Each pairing will burst withunexpected, bright and satisfying flavors. Pairings areserved daily at 12:15 p.m., with advance reservations.

NA

PA

www.WineCountryThisWeek.com52

VARIETALSChardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, Merlot,Sangiovese, Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon

CAPP HERITAGEDan Capp is the great, great grandson of NapaValley pioneers David Hudson and wife, FrancisGriffith. Traveling by wagon train, they crossedthe Sierra Nevada, settled in the Napa Valley in1845 and planted the first vineyard in St.Helena.

Capp Heritage VineyardsOpen daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Often later on Fridays and Saturdays1245 First Street at Randolph

Napa, CA 94559(707) 254-1922

Email [email protected]

Check out the art & music series on some Sundays. Call ahead for details.

Take a step back in time at the recently opened Capp HeritageVineyards Tasting Room and Vintage d’Elegance Lounge . Enjoy aglass of wine at the historic Noyes Mansion bar situated underbelt-driven ceiling fans reminiscent of Napa in the late 1800s.

Or, venture into the adjacent lounge featuring Art Deco decor, awondrous copper-clad fireplace and a ten-foot-diameter stained-glassdomed ceiling light … a perfect place to sit and stay a while. It’s alsoavailable for group tastings, special events, concerts and art exhibits.

The new addition to downtown Napa is owned by Dan andMarguerite Capp, long-time Napa County residents and is managedby artist-musician Gary William Koehler, the former GeneralManager and National Sales Director for Dutch Henry Winery.

Come for the evening music, come for the Sunday art shows, butmost of all come for the wine and an experience unparalleled in theNapa Valley.

NA

PA


GOOD TO KNOW

• Ca’ Momi means “House of Momi,” thenamesake of their villa and vineyardsin Veneto, Italy.

• Folks can grab small bites at the Ca’ Momi Enoteca bar, serving anassortment of antipasti, imported andlocal artisan meats and cheeses,piadine and more.

• Ca’ Momi is a Michelin-recommendedrestaurant that crafts and serves“obsessively authentic Italian” cuisine.

Ca’ Momi Napa ValleyOpen daily 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

610 First Street, NapaOxbow Public Market

(707) 257-4992www.camomi.com

Reservations can be made on theCa‘ Momi Enoteca website:www.camomienoteca.com

www.facebook.com/camominapavalley

Bring in Day Trips for a complimentary wine tasting, up to 4 people and 15% off Ca' Momi cases

Follow the aroma of wine and wood-oven-fired pizzas to Napa’sbuzzing hub, Oxbow Public Market, where Ca’ Momi resides. It’s a placeto kick back riverside, while biting into the perfection of traditionalNapoletana pizza pie and other Italian-inspired bites, and sipping Ca’ Momi wines.

Ca’ Momi is owned and operated by three spirited Italians, whowanted to make wine in Napa Valley, while capturing the essence of theirItalian heritage. Ca’ Momi brings a taste of Italy to the eclectic mix at theOxbow. It’s a full-service restaurant, Enoteca (wine bar) and retail shop,all rolled into one, where patrons have a choice of services.The Drink –Serving as the winery tasting bar, Ca’ Momi Enoteca providesa place to sit and savor. Known for its Rosso di Napa – a complex redblend – Ca’ Momi also makes Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, PinotNoir, and a selection of other wines in small lots, as well as serving winefrom other local boutique Italian-varietal producers. The Enoteca hasseveral award-winning beers on tap or by the bottle. A variety of Italiansodas and refreshing sparkling waters are available, too.The Food –Ca’ Momi is one of only a few Italian restaurants in thecountry to be certified by Verace Pizza Napoletana (VPN), meaning itspecializes in truly authentic pizza Napoletana – created with the samegenuine technique found on the streets of Naples, Italy. An essential partof the arduous process requires that pizzas be cooked for 90 seconds in awood-burning oven at 900 degrees. The finished pie has a raised edgecrust – soft, elastic and easily foldable – not crispy.

The sit-down restaurant also serves traditional Italian plates:Tagliatelle alle fave, pecorino e menta (pasta with fava pesto, mint leavesand pecorino romano) or Crespelle ai funghi (a thin pancake filled withWine Forest mushrooms, parmigiano reggiano and mascarpone) andItalian pastries that would have inspired da Vinci to sculpt a cream pufffrom marble. By Denise Olliffe

NA

PA


VARIETALSPinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel and Chardonnay

GOOD TO KNOW• Tulocay Winery is one of the oldest and smallest

winery operations in the Napa Valley, providing the mostinformal and unique tasting experience in the area.

• At his unassuming Tulocay Winery, Buddy, a little, yappy dog, will loudly announce your arrival. You’ll then be escorted to the deck of Bill’s home or to hiskitchen table, as the weather dictates, for one of themost low-key and friendly wine tasting experiences you will ever enjoy.

• Bill collects art and his home is filled with some very interesting pieces. With just a little encouragement, he’ll show them to you and tell you the stories behindthem.

Above: Fernando, vineyard manager at Haynes Vineyard(source of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah), holding Buddy the yapping dog and Calvin, Bill’s grandson.

Tulocay WineryOpen by appointment only

1426 Coombsville Road, NapaFor tours & tastings, call

Bill Cadman, (707) 255-4064

Bill Cadman, the owner of Tulocay Winery, is a treasure

of information about wine. He is also a witty, humorous

and thoroughly entertaining gentleman. Well, the

“gentleman” part might be a bit of a stretch. Bill is old-time

Napa, with not an ounce of pretentiousness about him.

Nowhere else can you sit down with someone as

knowledgeable or as approachable as Bill Cadman. He

simply does not have a snobbish bone in his body. His

irreverent, light-hearted take on the business of

winemaking, however, belies his superior skills. This is

seriously good wine. He doesn’t even maintain a pour list.

He’ll just ask what you like and open bottles accordingly.

In 1972, Bill brazenly bought an old chicken farm and

began pestering the local wineries for a job. He started his

career by operating the crushers at Charles Krug. From

there he went on to enjoy a long history in the industry,

working for the likes of Robert Mondavi, Joe Heitz and

other giants of the winemaking world. In 1975, after

consuming copious amounts of wine one evening, he made

the presumptuous decision to open a winery himself. “My

friends looked at the old chicken coops and declared them

perfect for a winery. In my altered state, I agreed!” What

ensued was the creation of a refreshingly relaxed wine

country experience and a Pinot Noir that would launch his

career. He has been enjoying the heck out of life ever since.

By Ronda Giangreco

NAPA

NVdaytrips-0414_Layout 1 4/18/14 10:21 AM Page 54


Stags Leap/YountvilleFOODAd Hoc6476 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-2487

Lucy @ Bardessono 6526 Yount Street, Yountville(707) 204-6000

Bistro Don Giovanni4110 Howard Ln, Napa(707) 224-3300

Bistro Jeanty6510 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-0103

Bottega6525 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 945-1050

Bouchon Bistro6534 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-8037

Hurley’s Restaurant & Bar6518 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-2345

Redd 6480 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-2222

Redd Wood6755 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 299-5030

R+D Kitchen6795 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 945-0920

LODGINGBardessono6526 Yount Street, Yountville(707) 204-6000, www.bardessono.comA chic hotel, restaurant and spa in the heart on Yountville.Think perfectly made cappuccino, gourmet picnics made toorder, in-room massages, discreet outdoor showers, rooftoppool and winemaker dinners. Dog friendly.

Yountville Inn6462 Washington Street, Yountville1-866-366-8166, www.yountvilleinn.com A lovely hotel with old-world craftsmanship, largerooms, excellent customer service and creekside setting

Villagio Inn & Spa6481 Washington Street, Yountville1-800-531-1133, www.villagio.com Wine Spectator magazine calls Villagio “the idealpied-a-terre for anyone intent on exploring the glo-ries of America's preeminent wine region.”Spacious rooms, welcome bottle of wine, dailyChampagne breakfast buffet and afternoon tea alladd the perfect touches to your day.

THINGS TO DOV Marketplace6525 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-2451, www.vmarketplace.com Find that perfect home, garden or bath accessory.Discover fine art, gourmet chocolates, artisanal wine labels, quality clothing and carefullycrafted jewelry for all ages! Dine in some ofNapa's most popular cafés and fine restaurants. V Marketplace is a destination offering the best of everything in Napa.

Napa Valley Bike Tours6795 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-2953www.napavalleybiketours.com Rent safe, clean, tuned-up bikes for a few hours, a whole day or even join in for a four-night bicycling vacation! Often the best memories of a trip don't come home in a shopping bag; they are the memories you make with your loved ones.Guided and self-guided tours also available. What a great find!

Napa Valley Aloft: Hot Air Ballooning6525 Washington Street, Yountville(707) 944-4408, www.nvaloft.com Soar high above the vineyards, hilltops, and gaze all the way to San Francisco. Guaranteed single flights (not a bunch of low altitude hops), professional pilots and staff, and Napa Valleylunches clearly made Napa Valley Aloft a first choice among astute locals and visiting guests!

OAK KNOLL

AVE

OAK KNOLL

SILVERADO TRAIL

BIG RANCH RD

SALVADOR AVE

SODA CANYON RD

MADISON

YOUNTVILLE CROSSROAD

YOUNTW

ASHINGTONTHE CAVES AT

SODA CANYON

Bistro Don Giovanni

Soda CanyonStore

Oak Knoll Inn

HAGAFENCELLARS

STAGS’ LEAPWINERY

V MarketplaceBottega

NAPA VALLEYALOFT

Redd Wood BouchonHurley’s

Bardessono

Bistro JeantyRedd

R+D Kitchen

Ad Hoc

YOUNTVILLE

Driving Time: 19 minutesFrom The Caves at Soda Canyonto Hagafen Cellars 4.8 milesto Stags’ Leap Winery 5.4 miles

Total 10.2 miles

Map Not to Scale

Stags Leap and Yountville AVAs are best known for producing more restrained Cabernets than their warmer microclimate neighbors. Both regions benefit from western hills that funnel coastal breezes from nearby San Pablo Bay. in summer, this wind cools hanging fruit and re-duces acidity in resulting wines. Wines from this region also benefit greatly from the rocky, volcanic soils. While Stags Leap enjoys the quietserenity of wine tasting along the Silverado Trail, neighboring Yountville hosts the restaurants, hotels and upscale shopping. its no wonderwine lovers from near and far flock to Stags Leap and Yountville regularly.


GREEN AND THEN SOME!Hagafen is certifiable! Certified Green Winery,Certified Green Vineyard, Certified as a FishFriendly Farmer, CA Certified Organic Farm, Solar Water & Electricity, Certified CASustainable Wine Grower

FUN FACTSWith over 25 wines to choose from there issomething at Hagafen Cellars for everyone.Even the White House enjoys Hagafen.(You can see the framed menus from White House dinners in the tasting room!)

VISITWith the quaint tasting room, beautifulgardens, recycled material sculptures, lawngames, organic veggie garden, chickens (witheggs for sale!), 25 wines available and greattasting room host personalities you might notwant to leave.

Hagafen CellarsOpen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.4160 Silverado Trail, Napa CA

(707) 252-0781 [email protected]

Mention Day trips and receive a Two-for-One Current Release or Reserve Tasting.

At Hagafen Cellars, we believe in producing wines which weourselves drink and enjoy: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc,Syrah and White Riesling. We also produce Brut Cuvée sparklingwines as well as several late harvest dessert wines. Why so manydifferent varietals but such small quantities? Because small-lotreleases allow us to hand-select and produce the absolute best ofeach year’s production. For this reason, we limit our total annualproduction to 8,000 cases. We are proud of our success andhonored to be able to produce these fine wines for yourenjoyment.

Owned and operated by Irit and Ernie Weir, the winery wasfounded in 1979, and the first commercially released vintage washarvested in 1980. Ernie’s daily involvement in the two sides ofwine production, grape growing and winemaking, ensures thesuperb quality of our releases.

“Fine wine starts in the vineyard with careful manage ment,”says Weir. “I strive to take advantage of Napa Valley’s geol ogy andclimate to produce the best wine varietals. I interfere as little aspossible with the soil in order to create a balance that minimizesthe chemical and ero sion impact. As a sustainable Green Winery,we respect the values of conservation and land stewardship whileembracing innovative practices. Once har vest is completed, Iundertake the second part of my job, winemaking. This presentsan interesting challenge every time since each year the growingseason and harvest are unique and different. I never seek tochange what Nature has provided. My goal is always to showcasethe best that our land can produce.” Submitted

STA

GS

LE

AP


VARIETALSWaugh Family Wines: Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Russian River Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel from Dry Creek ValleyPatland Estate Vineyards: Sauvignon Blanc,Chardonnay and Cabernet SauvignonBuontcristiani Family Winery: CabernetSauvignon, Malbec, Syrah, Dolcetto,Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, RosatoLobo Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

TASTING & TOURSVisits are by appointment only offeringworld-class tours, tastings of currentreleases from all four families and more.• Classic Cave Tour and Tasting• Cave Tour and Barrel Tasting• Reserve Cave Tour and Barrel Tasting

The Caves at Soda CanyonOpen Wednesday-Sunday

10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2275 Soda Canyon Road

Napa, CA 94558Reservations: (707) 861-8100

or [email protected] www.thecavesatsodacanyon.com

This winery is incredibly unique as it is one of a handful ofcompletely underground wineries in California. The four familieswho call The Caves at Soda Canyon home are first-generationwinemakers and dedicated to crafting the best wine in the valley.

Waugh Cellars – When you meet the founders of The Caves atSoda Canyon, Ryan and Crystal Waugh their unbridled passion forcreating fine wine is obvious as well as their vision of a communitybased winery. With thirteen vintages under his belt, at 37, RyanWaugh is one of the youngest winemakers in Napa and Sonoma.Waugh Cellars produces 3,500 cases of award-winning wine annually.

Buoncristiani Family Winery – Is a collaboration of fourbrothers born into a wine-loving Italian family in the Napa Valley.Every harvest the brothers worked alongside their dad in the smallvineyards he tended, learning the craft of wine-making. These earlyhands-on experiences sparked a desire to create world-class wines.The brothers have been producing highly sought-after Napa Valleywines since 1999.

Patland Estate Vineyards – Twenty-five years ago, when Henryand Olga Patland, first came to Napa as a young couple, they weresmitten by the Valley and dreamed of having a winery. Today Henryand Olga, together with their three sons, and the exceptional talent ofJay Buoncristiani, have taken Patland Estate Vineyards to a new leveland continue to reach new heights.

Lobo Wines – In 2007 Randy and Krys Wulff found their dreamproperty with 42 acres on Atlas Peak. In June, 2013, their 2011Chardonnay was awarded the Chairman’s Trophy at the UltimateWine Challenge in New York as the “Best of the Best” and numberone wine among Chardonnays from all over the world.

By Bonnie Zimmerman

STA

GS

LE

AP


FUN FACTBy the 1920s, “Stags’ Leap Manor,” as it came to be known, was a fashionable destination spot for vacationing Hollywood elite and bootleggers, regardless of that pesky federal law called Prohibition. From here, legends of rum-runners, gangsters and gypsies originated, and even today, there are rumors ofghost sightings.

DON’T MISSBe sure to take a moment and stand on the front porch of the Manor House for an incredible view of the estate’svineyards and the Stags Leap District.

VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Chardonnay,Viognier and Rosé

HOW TO VISITMake an appointment well in advance! The Historical Tour and Tasting takes you through the his-tory, property and a tasting of five wines (red and white).$55 per person. Tours are daily at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Stags’ Leap Winery By advance appointment only 6150 Silverado Trail, Napa

800-395-2441 • www.stagsleap.com

Mention Day Trips and receive 10% off your wine purchases.

Drive into the historic and world famous Stags’ Leap Wineryand be transported back in time.

The old stone Manor House was built more than 120 yearsago from local rock and granite quarried nearby, and the wineryitself gave rise to the very legends that are the Napa Valley redwines.

Located seven miles north of downtown Napa, Stags’ Leap isa fabled 240-acre estate and one of California’s oldest wineries.Grapes have been farmed here continuously since the 1880s.

Stags’ Leap Winery is the namesake for Stags Leap AVA andsome of the most idealized Napa Valley wines.

Unique terroir and succinct microclimate support Stags’Leap’s classic approach to winemaking, vineyard managementand viticulture practices. As a result, the wines produced arerich and show remarkable finesse and intensity. It’s no wonderStags’ Leap continues to enjoy a reputation as one of the nation’smost critically acclaimed wineries. Indeed, Stags’ Leap winesembody the very expression of Napa’s finest grapes, soil andclimate.

Winemaker Christophe Paubert likes to say that “We didn’tinvent winemaking, we just work hard at it.” And the label’scurrent releases certainly benefit from this ethic.

Be sure to try the Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon called“The Leap.” This is Stags’ Leap’s most distinctive Cabernet,made year after year from the best blocks within our estatevineyard. ‘The Leap’ was created to showcase this intimatevineyard tucked up against the eastern palisades of Napa Valleyand to exhibit the iconic power and longevity that have becomesynonymous with Stags’ Leap. By Abigail P. Zimmerman

STA

GS

LE

AP


Mt. Veeder/Los CarnerosMt. Veeder has been producing rich, Napa Valley wines since the 1860s. Distinct mountain fruit produces wines that speak volumes about the rugged,labor-intense environments from which they spring. Steep hillsides, rugged terrain and a surprise ancient seabed, violently shoved aloft by volcanic activity eons ago result in vines that produce tiny berries and immensely intense flavors. Just a few miles south of Mt. Veeder AVA, the climatechanges dramatically. “Los Carneros” (the ram in Spanish), has long been known for its cool, coastal climate, natural beauty and unparalleled PinotNoirs and Chardonnays.

LODGINGCandlelight Inn Bed & Breakfast1045 Easum Drive, Napa(707) 257-3717, www.candlelightinn.comThis lovely B&B is located near the bustle ofdowntown Napa but far enough away to provide eachguest with a serene, tranquil environment. Built in1929, this Tudor mansion sits rimmed by strongredwood trees, manicured gardens and a secludedswimming pool. Decadent three course gourmetbreakfasts start your day out right!Carneros Inn4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa(707) 299-4900, www.thecarnerosinn.com The Carneros Inn, a Plumpjack Resort, is a uniquecreation of architecture and culinary wonders. Finefoods and luxurious rooms share emphasis evenly withina long, modern compound reminiscent of the area'ssilos, barns and rancher's cottages.

FOODBoon Fly Cafe4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa(707) 299-4870, www.theboonflycafe.com The Boon Fly Cafe offers tasty beverages, breakfasts, lunch and dinner on premises or packedto go. Part of the Carneros Inn, the Boon Fly Cafe is centrally located to all of Carneros and a spot foreasy, delicious, fresh foods. Try the Boon Fly Donutsat breakfast with hot coffee to start or the wine barand appetizers after a long day.Farm at Carneros Inn4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa(707) 299-4880, www.thecarnerosinn.com Dinner at the Farm is a relaxed yet elegant affair.Enjoy the outdoor living room, cathedral ceilings,fireplaces and alfresco dining all summer long withwines from around the world and dishes made fromNapa Valley bounty.THINGS TO DOWestwood Hills Park3107 Browns Valley Road, Napa (707)257-9529 (1 mile west of Hwy 29) Enjoy three miles of trails through beautiful oak treesand grassy meadows. The Carolyn Parr NatureMuseum (near the parking lot) offers a children'snature library and exhibits on indigenous flora andfauna to Napa Valley.

di Rosa5200 Sonoma Highway, Napa (707) 226-5991, www.dirosaart.com A lyrical art and sculpture “gallery.” Join guidedtours or hike the property solo and enjoy the uniquemetalworks juxtaposed with one of America's mostlovely wine appellations.

Stanly Lane Marketplace3100 Golden Gate Drive, Napa(707) 480-4479, www.ds-produce.com A fresh-produce market revered by foodies and localtastemakers. Everything is organic. Savor an icedcoffee drink and browse this great local wines and giftitems inside. A local favorite pumpkin patch in October.

DU

HIG

RD

LAS AMIGAS

CUTTINGS WHARF

121

12112

12

12

29

29

121

LOS CARNEROS RD

NAPA

MIL

TON

RD

STANLEY LN

THO

MPSO

N A

VE

BROWNS VALLEY RD

PATRICK RD

REDWOOD RD

BROWNS VALLEY RD

OLD SONOMA RD

1st ST

EASU

M

OLD

SO

NO

MA

RD

THE HESSCOLLECTION

ETUDEWINES

CARNEROS ROAD

Carneros InnFarm at Carneros Inn

Boon Fly Cafedi Rosa Preserve Stanly Lane

Marketplace

CandlelightInn

CUVAISONESTATEWINES

Map Not to Scale

Driving Time: 22 minutesFrom Hess Collectionto Cuvaison Estate Wines 9 milesto Etude Wines 2 miles

Total 11 miles


VARIETALSSauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blends,Petite Sirah and limited release wines including Pinot Noir,Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Gris, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and others sold only at the winery. Hess Small Block Series wines generate donations to 1% For The Planet, an environmental stewardship group.

TOURSSpecial tours are offered: Call (707) 255-1144 or go to their website to schedule an educational, wine production tourfollowed by a current release wine presentation paired with local artisan cheeses.

FOR THE SENSESSchedule a Tour of the Palate which combines a docent-guidedtour of the Hess Art Museum with small plates prepared by Hess Executive Chef Chad Hendrickson. Hess ChocolatierEmma Kate Veader prepares artisan truffles on-site at the winery,and a special Chocolate Wine Pairing Experience is also available. Call first, reservations required.

OUTDOORS & GREENExperience the newest pairing of Mount Veeder wines withartisanal cheeses in the comfort of reclaimed teak wood tablesand chairs, weather permitting.

The Hess CollectionOpen daily 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.4411 Redwood Road, Napa

(707) 255-1144 | www.hesscollection.com

Bring Day Trips along and receive one complimentary current release tasting with the purchase of one tasting.

A visit to The Hess Collection on Mount Veeder is aunique experience on many levels. There’s the historicbuilding, once occupied by the Christian Brothers andbuilt in 1903; hillside vineyards, beautifully tendedgrounds and an art collection that is in a league of its own.Then there are the wines available in the tasting room nearone of the barrel cellars. The museum, beginning a floorabove, holds part of Swiss businessman Donald Hess’extraordinary collection of contemporary art.

When it comes to the wines, The Hess Collectionportfolio is comprised of Hess Collection Mount Veederand Hess Napa Valley.

Hess Collection wines come from the steep MountVeeder estate vineyards and are an expression of thisunique climate. They show structure, complexity andelegance. Hess Napa Valley wines come from vineyardsites handpicked for their superior climate and location.Single vineyard wines come from Napa Valley siteshandpicked for their superior climate and location.Another notable achievement is that the estate vineyardsare sustainably farmed in accordance with founderDonald Hess’ philosophy to “nurture the land and returnwhat you take.”

The winery offers a wide variety of tasting options andfood pairings. The art is a special treat. There are alsocomplimentary winery and vineyard tours offered almostdaily. Call for the current schedule. By Charles Neave

MT. V

EE

DE

R T

O C

AR

NE

RO

S


PASSION!What began more than 30 years ago as a philosophicalstate of mind is now a state-of-the-art winemaking facilitywhere the ancient art of winemaking is pursued with asingular passion.

GREEN ALL THE WAYEtude Winery is a Napa Certified GREEN Winery. Certified Fish Friendly Farming, too!

JUST UNVEILED THIS SPRINGTry Etude’s first two releases of its anticipated AVA Series.Produced in limited quantities, the Fiddlestix VineyardPinot Noir from the Sta. Rita Hills AVA and the NorthCanyon Vineyard Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria ValleyAVA are only available for purchase from the winery.

VARIETALSPinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Rosé of Pinot Noir

MUST TRY: WINE & FOOD PAIRINGEnjoy a private tasting featuring a flight of Etude winespaired with savory bites. Available Friday - Sunday byappointment only. Maximum eight guests; $35 perperson/$25 for wine club members.

Etude WinesOpen daily 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

1250 Cuttings Wharf Road, Napa 1-877-586-9361 | etudewines.com

Mention Day Trips and receive a Two-for-One Tasting! *Terms and conditions apply – see winery for details.

Etude Winery was founded to be a “winegrowing” house, not

a “winemaking” house. Since its inception more than 30 years

ago, Etude has been on a quest for oenological perfection.

Winemaker Jon Priest believes that great wines are grown,

not made. Priest sums it up best: “Etude was founded on the

philosophy that winemaking begins in the vineyard long before

the harvest and that superior grape growing diminishes the need

for intervention by the winemaker, resulting in wine that is

grown, not made. This remains our approach today as we

continue to build the Etude legacy.”

Working with viticulturalist Franci Dewyer, Priest has

developed Etude Winery from this bold philosophical

cornerstone into a premier producer of coveted wines.

Already known for Carneros Pinot Noir and Napa Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon, Etude has now introduced brilliant Pinot

Blanc and Pinot Gris to huge reviews.

Two delightful tastings are available at Etude. The walk-in

tasting features five wines based on availability. As Etude is

known for its Pinot Noirs they are always available as well as

wines ranging from their Pinot Gris and Chardonnay to rosé, red

blends and Cabernet Sauvignons. For groups of six or more,

please call ahead for an appointment.

The Etude seated Reserve tasting may be enjoyed with an

appointment made in advance and features five select, top-tier

wines. Patio seating is available for wine club members.

By Abigail P. Zimmerman

MT. V

EE

DE

R T

O C

AR

NE

RO

S


VARIETALSSauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and a unique port-style dessert wine called Espiritu.

FUN FACTA Vineyard Walk and Tasting experience is offered Friday through Monday, and starts at 9:30 a.m. Visit the website for more details and to reserve your spot today!

CLUB BENEFITSAccess to limited releases, savings on wine and tasting room merchandise and invitations to member-only parties.

GREEN INITIATIVESSustainable vineyard practices, cork recycling, 1,428 solar panels,eco-friendly packaging and much more ... it’s all part of a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint.

Cuvaison Estate WinesOpen daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment

1221 Duhig Road, Napa CA 94559(707) 942-2455

www.brandlinvineyard.com | www.cuvaison.com

Call to make your appointment today (707) 942-2455

The Cuvaison Estate Wines’ tasting room in theCarneros region of Napa is a spot that appeals on manylevels. Their visually stunning tasting room is situatedin the middle of estate vineyards and offers perfectlighting, modern décor and a wrap-around deck withmagnificent glass walls opening to the vineyards.

They are also unique in that they offer seatedtastings where guests are catered to by friendly staffwho are experts in Cuvaison wine and knowledgeableabout what makes Napa Valley such a diverse area forwinegrowing.

Cuvaison produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noirgrown exclusively on its estate vineyard in the heart ofthe world-renown region of Carneros in Napa Valley.They also produce limited quantities of SauvignonBlanc, Syrah and their port style dessert wine for wineclub members to taste and purchase. Enjoy the rich,full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon and limited Zinfandelwines from their historic Brandlin Estate Vineyardlocated 1,200’ above the valley floor.

Go, taste, relax and leave with a smile. What couldbe better than that? Cuvaison’s Carneros tasting roomshould be on your “must see” list. Make a reservationtoday!

MT. V

EE

DE

R T

O C

AR

NE

RO

S


fine dining breakfa

stbrunch

lunch

dinner

wine/beer

full b

aroutdoor seating

enterta

inment

organic

/local goods

pet frien

dlycasual

upscale

reservation

s

NAPA

Angéle Restaurant & Bar – 540 Main Street, 707 252-8115 French Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Azzuro Pizzeria & Enoteca – 1260 Main Street, 707 255-5552 Pizzeria © © © © © ©

Bistro Don Giovanni – 4110 Howard Lane, 707 224-3300 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Boon Fly Cafe – 4048 Sonoma Highway, 707 299-4870 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ © © © © © © © ©

975 First Street, 707 226-3976 Contemporary American Cuisine

Ca’Momi – 610 First Street, #10, 707-257-4992 italian © © © © © © © © ©

Celadon – 500 Main Street, 707 254-9690 Seafood and Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Cole’s Chop House – 1122 Main Street, 707 224-6328 Steakhouse and French Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Eiko’s – 1882 Town Center, 707-501-4444 Japanese Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Farm at Carneros Inn – 4048 Sonoma Hwy, 707 299-4880 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Fish Story – 790 Main Street, 707 251-5600 Seafood © © © © © © © © ©

Fumé Bistro – 4050 Byway East, 707 257-1999 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Grace’s Table – 1400 Second Street, 707 226-6200 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Gott’s Roadside Cafe – 644 1st Street, 707 224-6900 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Hog Island Oysters – Oyster Bar – 610 1st Street, 707 251-8113 Seafood © © © © © ©

Kitchen Door – 644 1st Street, Oxbow Public Market, 707 226-1560 Multi-Ethnic Comfort Food © © © © © © © © © © ©

La Toque – 1314 McKinstry Street, 707 257-5157 French Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Lulu’s Kitchen @ 1313 Main – 1313 Main Street, 707 258-1313 Contemporary American © © © © © © ©

Morimoto Napa – 610 Main Street, 707 252-1600 Japanese Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Oenotri – 1425 Fisrst Street, 707 252-1022 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Siena Restaurant – italian, Seafood, Meditarranean © © © © © © © © © ©

at the Meritage Hotel & Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way, 707 251-1900

Uva Trattoria – 1040 Clinton Street, 707-255-6646 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Zuzu – 829 Main Street, 707 224-0695 California Tapas, Spanish & Mediterranean © © © © © ©

RUTHERFORD

Alex – 1140 Rutherfrod Road, 707 967-5500 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Rutherford Grill – 1180 Rutherford Road, 707 963-1792 Contemporary/Traditional American © © © © © © © © ©

Auberge du Soleil – 180 Rutherford Hill Road, 707 963-1211 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © © ©

[ Call for Details


GOOD TO KNOW

• Ca’ Momi means “House of Momi,” thenamesake of their villa and vineyardsin Veneto, Italy.

• Folks can grab small bites at the Ca’ Momi Enoteca bar, serving anassortment of antipasti, imported andlocal artisan meats and cheeses,piadine and more.

• Ca’ Momi is a Michelin-recommendedrestaurant that crafts and serves“obsessively authentic Italian” cuisine.

Ca’ Momi Napa ValleyOpen daily 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

610 First Street, NapaOxbow Public Market

(707) 257-4992www.camomi.com

Reservations can be made on theCa‘ Momi Enoteca website:www.camomienoteca.com

www.facebook.com/camominapavalley

Bring in Day Trips for a complimentary wine tasting, up to 4 people and 15% off Ca' Momi cases

Follow the aroma of wine and wood-oven-fired pizzas to Napa’sbuzzing hub, Oxbow Public Market, where Ca’ Momi resides. It’s a placeto kick back riverside, while biting into the perfection of traditionalNapoletana pizza pie and other Italian-inspired bites, and sipping Ca’ Momi wines.

Ca’ Momi is owned and operated by three spirited Italians, whowanted to make wine in Napa Valley, while capturing the essence of theirItalian heritage. Ca’ Momi brings a taste of Italy to the eclectic mix at theOxbow. It’s a full-service restaurant, Enoteca (wine bar) and retail shop,all rolled into one, where patrons have a choice of services.The Drink –Serving as the winery tasting bar, Ca’ Momi Enoteca providesa place to sit and savor. Known for its Rosso di Napa – a complex redblend – Ca’ Momi also makes Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, PinotNoir, and a selection of other wines in small lots, as well as serving winefrom other local boutique Italian-varietal producers. The Enoteca hasseveral award-winning beers on tap or by the bottle. A variety of Italiansodas and refreshing sparkling waters are available, too.The Food –Ca’ Momi is one of only a few Italian restaurants in thecountry to be certified by Verace Pizza Napoletana (VPN), meaning itspecializes in truly authentic pizza Napoletana – created with the samegenuine technique found on the streets of Naples, Italy. An essential partof the arduous process requires that pizzas be cooked for 90 seconds in awood-burning oven at 900 degrees. The finished pie has a raised edgecrust – soft, elastic and easily foldable – not crispy.

The sit-down restaurant also serves traditional Italian plates:Tagliatelle alle fave, pecorino e menta (pasta with fava pesto, mint leavesand pecorino romano) or Crespelle ai funghi (a thin pancake filled withWine Forest mushrooms, parmigiano reggiano and mascarpone) andItalian pastries that would have inspired da Vinci to sculpt a cream pufffrom marble. By Denise Olliffe


fine dining breakfa

stbrunch

lunch

dinner

wine/beer

full b

aroutdoor seating

enterta

inment

organic

/local goods

pet frien

dlycasual

upscale

reservation

s

CALISTOGA

Barolo – 1457 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-9900 Contemporary American & italian Cuisine © © © © [ © ©

Brannan’s Grill – 1374 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-2233 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Calistoga Inn & Brewery – 1250 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-4101 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © © © © ©

Flat Iron Grill – 1440 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-1220 Traditional American/ Steakhouse © © © © © © ©

Hydro Bar & Grill – 1403 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-9777 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

JoLe Restaurant – 1457 Lincoln Avenue, 707 942-5938 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Solbar @ Solage – 755 Silverado Trail, 707 226-0850 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © © ©

Wappo Bar & Bistro – 1226 Washington Street, 707 942-4712 Blend of regional Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

YOUNTVILLE

Ad Hoc – 6476 Washington Street, 707 944-2487 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Lucy @ Bardessono – 6526 Yount Street,707 204-6000 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Bistro Jeanty – 6510 Washington Street, 707 944-0103 French Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Brix Restaurant – 7377 Highway 29, 707 944-2749 French inspired California Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Bottega – 6525 Washington Street,707 945-1050 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

Bouchon Bistro – 6534 Washington Street, 707 944-8037 French Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

étoile Restaurant – at Domaine Chandon, 1 California Drive, 707 204-7529 French Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Hurley’s – 6518 Washington St, 707 944-2345 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Mustards Grill – 7399 St. Helena Highway, 707 944-2424 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Redd – 6480 Washington Street, 707 944-2222 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © ©

Redd Wood – 6755 Washington Street, 707-299-5030 Pizzeria © © © © © © © © © ©

R+D Kitchen – 6795 Washington Street, 707-945-0920 Contemporary American © © © © © © © ©

ST. HELENA

Archetype – 1429 Main Street, 707-968-9200 Rustic, local, wood-fired © [ © © © © © © © ©

Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen – 1327 Railroad Avenue, 707 963-1200 Contemporary American Cuisine © © © © © © © © © ©

Culinary Institute of America at Greystone (CIA) – Contemporary American and Worldwide Foods © © © © © © © © ©2555 Main Street, 1-888-995-1699

Gott’s Roadside Cafe – 933 Main Street, 707 963-3486 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Market – 1347 Main Street, 707-963-3799 Traditional American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Press – 587 St. Helena Highway, 707 967-0550 Steakhouse © © © © © © ©

Terra – 1345 Railroad Avenue, 707 963-8931 Asian insipired American Cuisine © © © © © © ©

Tra Vigne Restaurant – 1050 Charter Oak Avenue, 707 963-4444 italian Cuisine © © © © © © © © ©

[ Call for Details

66 Varietals www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

Chard

onnay

Gewu

rztram

iner

Pinot Bla

nc

Pinot Gris/

Pinot Grigio

Riesling

Sauvign

on Blanc

Viognier

OtherFind Your Favorite Varietals

Acacia VineyardsNapa, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-4pm, 707-226-9991 P20 ��

Ballentine VineyardsSt. Helena, by appt. only: daily 10am-5pm, 707-963-7919 P39 ��

Beaulieu VineyardsRutherford, daily 10am-5pm, 707-967-5233 P20 ��

Beringer VineyardsSt. Helena, daily 10am-5pm(6pm Jun-Oct), 1-866-708-9463 P41 ��

Bravante VineyardsAngwin, by appt: Wed-Sun 11am-4pm, 707-965-2552 P30 ��

Buoncristiani Family WineryNapa, 10am-4:30pm, 707 861-8100 P57 ��

Burgess CellarsSt. Helena, by appointment only, 1-800-752-9463 P32

Ca’ Momi Napa ValleyNapa, daily 7:30am-9pm, 707-257-4992 P53 ��

Capp Heritage VineyardsNapa, 11am-6pm, 707- 254-1922 P52 ��

Castello di AmorosaCalistoga, daily 9:30am-6pm, 707-967-6272 P24 ��

Cuvaison Estate WinesNapa, 707-942-2455; Carneros 707-942-2468 P26/62 ��

Etude WinesNapa, daily 10am-4:30pm, 707-257-5300 P61 ��

Frank Family VineyardsCalistoga, daily 10am-5pm, 707-942-0859 P25 ��

Hagafen CellarsNapa, daily 10am-5pm, 1-888-424-2336 P56 ��

HALL St. HelenaSt. Helena, 10am-5:30pm, 707-967-2626 P43 ��

The Hess CollectionNapa, daily 10am-5:30pm, 707-255-1144 P60 ��

Hewitt VineyardRutherford, daily 10am-5pm, 707-968-3633 P21

Jamieson RanchNapa, daily 10am-5pm, 707-254-8673 P51 ��

Kuleto EstateSt. Helena, by appointment only, 707-302-2209 P35 ��

*Wines are subject to availability and release.

67Varietalswww.WineCountryThisWeek.com

Barbe

ra

Caberne

t Fran

c

Cab Sauvignon

Carignane

Grenache

Malbe

c

Merlot

Petite Sirah

Petit Verdo

t

Pinot Noir

Sangiovese

Syrah

Tempra

nillo

Zinfan

del

Other

Spark

ling

Rosé

Port

Desse

rt Wines

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

68 Varietals www.WineCountryThisWeek.com

Chard

onnay

Gewu

rztram

iner

Pinot Bla

nc

Pinot Gris/

Pinot Grigio

Riesling

Sauvign

on Blanc

Viognier

OtherFind Your Favorite Varietals

*Wines are subject to availability and release.

Lobo WinesNapa, 10am-4:30pm, 707 861-8100 P57 ��

Merryvale VineyardsSt. Helena, daily 10:30am-5:30pm, 707-963-7777 P42 ��

Nichelini Family WinerySt. Helena, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm, 707-963-0717 P34 ��

Orogeny VineyardsNapa, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-4pm, 707-226-9991 P20 ��

Patland Estate VineyardsNapa, 10am-4:30pm, 707 861-8100 P57 ��

Pope Valley WineryPope Valley, daily 10am-6pm; 707-965-1246 P29 ��

Provenance VineyardsRutherford, daily 10am-5pm, 707-968-3633 P21 ��

Robert Mondavi WineryNapa, 10am-5pm, 1-888-766-6328 Option 2 P49 ��

Rutherford Hill WineryRutherford, daily 10am-5pm, 707-963-1861 P48 ��

Rutherford Ranch WinerySt. Helena, daily 10am-4:30pm, 707-963-3200 P36/46 ��

St. Clement VineyardSt. Helena, daily 11am-5pm, 1-866-877-5939 P40 ��

Stags’ Leap WineryNapa, by advance appointment only, 1-800-395-2441 P58 ��

Sterling VineyardsCalistoga, M-F 10:30am-4:30pm, S-S 10am-5pm, 1-800-726-6136 P21 ��

Tulocay WineryNapa, by appointment only, 707-255-4064 P54 ��

Trinchero Napa ValleyNapa, daily 10am-5pm, 707-963-1160, 1-800-473-4454 P38 ��

V. SattuiSt. Helena, daily 9am-6pm (Winter 9am-5 pm), 707-963-7774 P44 ��

Viader VineyardsDeer Park, by appointment only, 707-963-3816 x110 P31

Waugh CellarsNapa, 10am-4:30pm, 707 861-8100 P57 ��

Whitehall LaneSt. Helena, daily 10am-6pm, 1-800-963-9454 P47 ��

69Varietalswww.WineCountryThisWeek.com

Barbe

ra

Caberne

t Fran

c

Cab Sauvignon

Carignane

Grenache

Malbe

c

Merlot

Petite Sirah

Petit Verdo

t

Pinot Noir

Sangiovese

Syrah

Tempra

nillo

Zinfan

del

Other

Spark

ling

Rosé

Port

Desse

rt Wines

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

��

Guen

oc /L

angt

ry E

stat

e

LI

NC

OLN

AV

E.

Rudd

Gr

oth

Caym

us

Rustr

idge

The T

errac

es

V. SA

TTUI

TUB

BS

LA

NE

LARKMEAD

BA

LE

LAN

E

LOD

I

PO

PE

ST

ZIN

FAN

DEL

LN

.

SKEL

LENG

ER

LEW

ELLI

NG

CONN CREEK RD

SILVERADO TRAIL

TO G

EYSE

RV

ILLE

ALE

XA

ND

ER V

ALL

EY

GA

LLER

ON

CUVA

ISON E

STATE

WINE

S

TO

SAN

TA R

OSA

TO

CLEA

R L

AK

E

DUNAWEAL LN

DE

ER

PA

RK P

RA

TT

TO

SAN

TA R

OSA

128

Raym

ond

RU

THER

FORD

CRO

SSRO

AD

CHILES POPE VALLEY RD

TO

LAK

E B

ERRY

ESSA

AN

DSA

CRA

MEN

TO

TO C

LEA

R L

AK

E

Plump

jack

Vine C

li! W

inery

ING

LE

WO

OD

PETERSON

Coris

on

HO

WEL

L M

TN

DIAMOND MTN

Inglen

ook

RUTH

ERFO

RD RA

NCH

Hall

Ruth

erfor

d

Mine

r Fam

ily Vi

neya

rds

TO

SAN

TA R

OSA

SANITARIU

M

CR

YS

TA

L S

PR

IN

GS

Piña

Napa

Valle

y

OA

KV

ILLE

CR

OS

SR

OA

D

MONEY ROAD

Sadd

lebac

kCe

llars

Mumm

Nap

a

Lake

Berr

yess

a

Conn

Cree

k

Chap

pelle

t

Volke

r Eise

le Fa

mily

Larkm

ead

Viney

ards

Barlo

w

Savie

zRa

ncho

de La

s Flor

es(W

ermut

h)

Cons

tant

DEER

P

AR

K

Chate

auMo

ntele

na Vince

ntAr

royo

OnTh

Edge

Clos P

egas

e

Summ

ersSto

ryboo

kHelen

a View

Jo

hnsto

n

Von S

trasse

r

Zaht

ila Vi

neya

rd

Reve

rieDi

amon

d Terr

ace

Hans

-Fahd

en

Envy

Wine

s

Chate

auBo

swell

PO

PE

VA

LL

EY

FRAN

K FAM

ILY

Lade

ra

White

Cotta

geTw

omey

Failla

VIADE

R

Ande

rson’s

Conn

Valle

yEa

gle Tr

ace

Tuda

l

Duck

horn

BALL

ENTIN

E

Ke

enan

Scho

ol Ho

use

Smith

-Ma

dron

e

Charb

ay

Cain

Palom

aSc

hweig

er Vin

eyard

s

Schr

amsb

ergJ D

avies

TRIN

CHER

O

Markh

amVin

eyard

29Ba

rnett

Vine

yard

s

CAST

ELLO

DI AM

OROS

A

Willia

m Co

le

Orin

Swift Ru

therf

ord

Grov

e

Franc

iscan

Grgic

h Hills

Estat

e

Sequ

oia Gr

ove

Cake

brea

d

Foley

John

son

Opus

One

Nick

el & N

ickel

Na

pa W

ine Co

mpan

y

Alpha

Omeg

a

Prag

erLo

uis M

Mart

iniSu

tter H

omeSa

lvestr

in

St. H

elena

Wine

Cent

er

Chas

e Fam

ily

Frogs

Leap

Milat

Roun

d Pon

d

Tres S

abor

es &

Fleur

y

Heitz

HALL

Rusto

n Fam

ily

RO

SSI

MEADOWOOD

LANE

CONN VA

LL

EY

R

D

Brow

n Esta

teKU

LETO

Allor

a Reva

na

V Mad

rone

Cala#

a Ce

llars

Form

an

Spot

tswoo

deTre

spas

s

Kelha

m

Newt

on

Pride

Mou

ntain

Sherw

in Fa

mily

Breh

rens &

Hitc

hcoc

k

Witt

Stony

Hill

Tom

Eddy

Teac

hwor

th

Guilia

m’s

Terra

Valen

tine

Ritch

ie Cr

eek

St. H

elena

Wine

ry

Garg

iulo Pa

radux

x

Stagli

n

David

Arth

ur

Amize

tta

Seav

ey

Arns

Wine

ry

Bueh

ler

Paole

tti

Lava

Vine

Aetn

a Spr

ings

James

Cree

k

ZD W

ines

WHITE

HALL

LANE

Romb

auer

BE

NN

ET

T L

AN

E

WH

ITE

HA

LL

LA

NE

Lake

Hen

ness

ey

Willia

m Ha

rriso

n

MA

NL

EY

BE

LL

A O

AK

S

A Doz

en Vi

ntne

rs

RUTH

ERFO

RD HI

LL

FULT

ON

LANGTRY RD

ST

. HE

LE

NA

RD

PO

PE

CA

NY

ON

RO

AD

Pede

mont

e Cell

ars

Marst

on Fa

mily

SPR

ING

Charl

esKr

ug

Neye

rs

Eliza

beth

Spen

cer

BERIN

GER

ST. CL

EMEN

T

Gira

rd

Flora

Sprin

gs

EH

LE

RS

BU

TT

S C

AN

YO

N R

D

SP

RIN

G M

TN

MA

DR

ON

A

SULP

HUR

SPR

INGS

OA

KV

ILLE

GR

AD

E

Swan

son

RUTHERF

OR

D HI

LL

TAPLIN R

OA

D CH

ARTE

R OA

KME

RRYV

ALE

HOWELL MTN

HO

WE

LL

MT

N

GR

EEN

WO

OD

GRANT

MYRTLEDALE

Tede

schi F

amily

BRAV

ANTE

Arke

nsto

ne

Murp

hy

Del B

ondio

N. FORK CRYSTAL SPGS G Coo

k

Viney

ard

7 & 8

W.H.

Smith

,Ma

ldona

do &

PIN

ETofan

elli

Rios/S

olovin

o

W

HITE COTTA

GE

Neal

Fami

ly

Cade

Wine

ry

BURG

ESS

Dutch

Hen

ry

Hunn

icutt

David

Fulto

n

Jeric

hoCa

nyon

Kelly

Flem

ing W

ines

Benn

esse

re

Kene

#ck R

anch

Tamb

er Be

y

Phife

rPa

vitt

Veng

e

Jax

Cont

inuum

Estat

e

Varo

zza

Cali 3

51

Cove

nant

B Cell

ars

ROBE

RT M

ONDA

VI

OLD

TOLLRD

Heibe

l Ran

ch

Oakv

ille Ra

nch

Boes

chen

Trista

nt

Freem

ark Ab

bey

Casa

Nues

tra

STER

LING

HEWI

TT/P

ROVE

NANC

E BEAU

LIEU

Some

rston

Silve

r Oak

Up Va

lley V

intne

rs/

POPE

VALL

EY W

INER

Y Jose

ph Ph

elps

LAWLEY

Augu

st Br

iggs

Mater

ra

NICH

ELIN

I

Peju

Turn

bull

Bello

Fami

ly

Hill W

ine Co

.

Ehler

s Esta

te

Jose

ph

Cella

rs

Aube

rt

Honig

St. Su

péry

Del D

otto

12

Guenoc

Valley

Tayso

nPie

rce

Bran

dNa

paVa

lley

Chate

au Po

telle

Gand

ona E

state

Maca

uley

Mado

roM

Wine

s

Amici

Cella

rsMe

ande

r Wine

sPa

lisad

es W

inery

Meru

sWi

nes

Mont

agna

Reviv

al

Anom

aly

Mids

umme

rCe

llars

T-Vine

Cella

rs

Sulliv

an

Long

Mea

dow

Ranc

h

Quint

essa

SAGE CANYON

Madr

igal

Sprin

g Mou

ntain

Peac

ock F

amily

Jusly

n

Eede

n

Clif F

amily

Benn

ett La

ne

Chart

er Oa

k

Hand

writt

en

CALI

STO

GA

ST. H

ELEN

A

OA

KVIL

LE

RUTH

ERFO

RD

Oak

vill

e

Rut

herf

ord

St. H

elen

aSp

ring

Mtn

.

Dia

mon

d M

tn.

How

ell

Mou

ntai

n

Chi

les

Val

ley

Al

Pk

Cal

isto

ga

SUM

MIT

LA

KE

DR

FRIE

SEN

DR

Outp

ost

O’Sh

augh

nessy

BUCKEYE

Summ

itLa

ke

Angw

in

128

29 128

2929

128

128

128

Black

Sears

Getting to N

apa Valley

TRAV

EL Ti

ME

FROM

MiLE

S(A

vera

ge)

(Pea

k)Go

lden G

ate B

ridge

5060

100

Bay B

ridge

5060

90Sa

cram

ento

6070

90Sa

nta R

osa

4060

70

Getting around N

apa Valley

Down

town

Nap

a to Y

ount

ville

1015

20Yo

untv

ille to

St. H

elena

1015

30St

. Hele

na to

Calis

toga

1010

15Ca

listo

ga to

Alex

ande

r Vall

ey25

3545

Down

town

Nap

a to S

onom

a Plaz

a20

2025

BROWNS VALLEY RD

Saint

sbur

y

Mado

nna E

state

Trefet

hen

Stag

’s Lea

p Wine

Cella

rs

Shafe

rRo

bert

Sinsk

ey

Maya

cama

s

Moun

t Vee

der

Not

To

Scal

e

RE

DW

OO

D R

OA

D

MA

DIS

ONY

OU

NT

ST

.

HA

RD

MA

N L

AN

E

PEAK RD

ATLAS

MO

NTI

CELL

O R

OA

D

SON

OM

A

SOSCOL

TR

AN

CA

S

AV

EN

UE

SOLANOAVE

PU

EB

LO

CE

NT

RA

L

1st

ST

.

McKinstry

3rd

ST

SOSC

OL

WE

ST

IM

OL

A A

VE

CUTTINGS WHARF RD

ARNOLD DR.

Pine R

idge

Doma

ineCa

rnero

s

STAT

E LN

.

DA

RM

S

Card

inale

+ Lok

oya

Corle

y Fam

ily’s

Mont

icello

Viney

ards

YOU

NTV

ILLE

CR

OSS

RO

AD

HE

NR

Y R

D.

Chim

ney R

ock

TRIN

ITY

TO

PETA

LUM

AA

ND

HW

Y. 10

1

TO

SACR

AM

ENTO

/SU

ISU

N V

ALL

EY

Willia

m Hi

ll

Andr

etti

TO V

ALL

EJO

Artes

a

BR

OW

NS

VA

LL

EY

RD

TO H

WY.

128

TO

SAN

FR

AN

CISC

OA

ND

HW

Y. 10

1

Ancie

n

OLD

SO

NO

MA

RD

.

3RD AVE.

E. 3

RD

AV

E.

Laird

Doma

ine Ch

ando

n

Dario

ush

BURNDALE

HO

FFM

AN

MAIN

Regu

sci

BUCHLISTATION

Robe

rt Cr

aig

BORRETTE

Stone

hedg

e

WASHINGTON

Hend

ry

Font

anell

a

Hart

well

Truch

ard

Del D

otto

Far N

iente

McKe

nzie

Muell

er

HA

GEN

RD

Palm

azVin

eyard

s

Judd

’sHi

ll

KA

ISE

R

NAPA VALLEYCORPORATE DR

CUVA

ISON

ESTA

TEWI

NES

OR

CH

AR

D A

VE

Balda

cci

Boun

ty Hu

nter

Vintn

ersCo

llecti

ve

Jessu

p

Delec

tus W

inery

Trinit

as

Hopp

er Cr

eek

Farel

la-Pa

rk

Goos

ecro

ssCe

llars

Falco

r

TULO

CAY

Silen

us Vi

ntne

rs

Cli! L

ede

Prim

e/Trah

an

Moss

Cree

k Wine

ry,Alt

amur

a Vine

yard

s & W

inery

& S

uisun

Valle

y Wine

ries

CA

RN

ER

OS

RD

LOS CARNEROS RD

VA

LL

EJ

O

JEFFERSON

PIN

E

THOMPSON AVE

LINDA V

ISTA

BIG R

ANCH RD

OA

K K

NO

LL

AV

E

ARNOLD DR

RE

DW

OO

D R

OA

D

MT. VEEDER

Quixo

te

Kapc

sand

y

Robin

son F

amily

Parad

igm

Keev

erSk

y

Wing

Cany

on

James

Cole

Boyd Ro

bert

Biale Sp

elleti

ch

Reid

Fami

ly

Hope

and G

race

Hill F

amily

Estat

e

Gods

peed

AIR

PO

RT

BL

VD

Bell W

ine Ce

llars

CA

LIFO

RN

IA

Van D

er He

yden

Silve

rado T

rail W

ine St

udio

/Cru

shpa

d/Big

Hor

n Cell

ars

4TH AVE.

Caldw

ell

Maso

n

Taste

at O

xbow

Unco

rked

M

ark H

erold

Razi

Yates

Fami

ly

Silve

rado

Viney

ards

Ma(i)s

onry

O’Br

ien Es

tate

R

AD

E

VIN

EYA

RD

VIE

W p

riva

te

Elyse

PA

RT

RIC

K R

D

LIN

CO

LN

CO

OM

BS

VIL

LE

RD

.

DEALY RD

BROADWAY

LE

VE

RO

NI

RD

DRY CREEK RD

DUHIG RD

LA

S A

MIG

AS

BO

RD

EAU

X

Bour

assa

Krup

p Bro

thers

Stage

coac

h Vine

yard

HAGA

FEN C

ELLA

RS

SODA CANYON ROAD

Signo

rello

Viney

ards

Antic

a

HdV W

ines

Modu

s Ope

randi

/Juice

box

Page

Wine

Cella

rs

Kenz

oEs

tate

VinRo

c

Taylo

r Fam

ily

Gu!y

Fami

ly

ETUD

E

Adas

tra

Veris

mo

Linds

trom

Black

Cord

onSix

teen b

y Twe

nty W

ines

Vinoc

e and

Twen

ty Ro

ws

John

Anth

ony

Eleme

nts

BR

OW

NS

VA

LL

EY

STAG

S’ LEA

P WIN

ERY

Yates

Fami

ly

Corn

ersto

ne Ce

llars

Tour

neso

l

Whets

tone

GREEN VALLEYPorte

rFa

mily

KR

EU

ZE

R C

AN

YO

N R

D

Scian

dri

Soda

ro

KAISER

BA

SA

LT

Elkho

rn Pe

ak Ce

llars

Arde

nte W

inery

Girar

d

Youn

gRid

geEs

tate

Volta

Wine

Celan

i Fam

ily

Bialla

Vine

yard

s

Beau

cano

nEs

tate

HESS

COLL

ECTIO

N

Luna

Vine

yard

s

Tallu

lah

Page

Wine

Cella

rs

Phoe

nix

Viney

ards

V Wine

Cella

rs

by ap

pt.

Clos d

u Val

Mich

ael M

onda

viFa

mily

Wine

ry

Bouc

haine

CA’ M

OMI

NAPA

VALL

EY

Cose

ntino

ACAC

IA/OR

OGEN

Y

Mena

ge A

Trois

/Nap

a Cell

ars

Black

Stall

ion W

inery

Blank

iet Es

tate

KIRKLAND

Acke

rman

Fa

mily

VICHY AVEFIRST AVE

Odett

e Esta

te

Jarvis

121

29

12

12 121

116

12

Y Rou

sseau

Wine

s

Some

rston

Cran

e Fam

ily

Bolen

Fami

lyVin

eyard

s

Faus

tini

Kitch

ak Ce

llars

KELLY

Napa

Smith

CA

PP

S D

RC

HIM

NE

Y R

OC

K R

D

Patla

ndEs

tate

SO

SC

OL

FE

RR

Y

DEVLIN RD

Rocc

aO

PE

NIN

G S

OO

N

Rosa

lynd

Hesta

n

St. Cl

air Br

own

Gusta

vo

THE C

AVES

AT

SODA

CANY

ONB

y A

pp

oin

tme

nt

Veze

r Fam

ily Vi

neya

rds

& Blue

Victo

rian

Arro

w& B

ranch

Ceja CA

PP

HER

ITAGE

JAMI

ESON

RANC

H

Reyn

olds F

amily

YOU

NTV

ILLE

NA

PA

Amer

ican

Can

yon

Los

Car

nero

sR

egio

n

Sono

ma

Mt.V

eede

r

You

ntvi

lle

Oak

vill

e

Stag

sLe

ap

Atl

as P

eak

Oak

Kno

ll

121

BROWNS VALLEY RD

Black

Cat

Viney

ards

Coo

mbs

vill

e

29 121

Holm

an

www.WineC

ountryTh

isWee

k.co

m

´́W

ine

Coun

try

This

Wee

kPreferred

∑Open to the public

∑Open by app

ointment only

Check the listin

gs in the back for

hours, address a

nd phone num

ber.

Win

erie

s no

t ope

n to

the

publ

ic a

re n

ot re

pres

ente

d.

For c

orre

ctio

ns, d

elet

ions

, add

ition

s, fa

x (7

07) 9

38-3

674

or e

mai

l inf

o@w

inec

ount

ryth

isw

eek.

com

see winery page inside for 2-for-1 tasting offer.

wine and food experiences

certified sustainable estate vineyard

Mount Veeder | Napa Valley

installation by robert rauschenberg, one of over 20 artists represented at the contemporary art museum

Mount Veeder Wines

Wine and Food Pairing

Historic Mountain Winery & Vineyards

Donald Hess’ Private Art Collection

Tours | Tasting | Wine Shop

open daily 10:00 am - 5:30 pmtastings & tours available daily-

reservations not required for groups of 8 or less.food & wine pairings - advance reservations are required.

two passionsunder one roof{the wine and art exper i ence }

4411 redwood road | napa, california | 707.255.1144hesscollection.com | facebook.com/hesscollection | @hesscollection

Mount V

alleya VNap| eeder Mount V

alley

able esainttaintified suscer

ardvineyyardte atable es { the

under one rtw

ineseeder W WinesMount V Veeder W

t exp er i ence }wine and ar{the

under one rssionsao ptw

ines

t exp er i ence }

oofunder one rssions

Don

oric tHis

ine ShWWine Shopting | saTTas | ourTTour

t CollectionArte a Priv vaald Hess’Don

& Vy inerry ain W WinerMounttain Woric

airinood P Pairingine and FWWine and F

ine Shop

t Collection

ardsineyyards V Viney

airing



the contemporart ts represented atis20 aruscht ra auschenbergobertion by rallaation by rttallains

hesscollection4411 red

winersee

wine pfood & vreserrv

t museumy ar ntemporar ry arver one of o o ,henbergg,

cebook.com/hesscollection | @hesscollectionahesscollection california | 707.255.1144a,appa,ad | noood rw4411 red

.com | f

-1 age inside for 2-for r-1 y p page inside for 2-fornerry p

tio aations are requiredvvaance reser rvvvance reserairings - ad dvine p pairings - adoups of 8 or lesst required for grtions noavva

ailailable dvvailable ds a avourttings & sattay 10:00 am - 5:30 pmailly 10:00 am - 5:30 pmopen d

ifornia | 707.255.1144scollection | @hesscolle

ting offer.satta

.tions are required.oups of 8 or less

-yy-aillyy 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

cebook.com/hesscollection | @hesscollection

Date post:	12-May-2017
Category:	Documents
Upload:	gcmedia
View:	212 times
Download:	0 times

NVDT0414

Documents