Are you starting your Napa Valley Wine Tour in Rutherford?
The town of Rutherford got it’s name when George C. Yount gifted land to his beloved granddaughter Elizabeth & her husband Thomas Rutherford, back in 1864. This region of the Napa Valley has a unique soil referred to as “Rutherford Dust”, which adds a spice element to the wines produced here. If you are looking for a the perfect stop on your Napa Valley Wine Tour, look no further. Pestoni Family Estate is a hidden gem, offering a variety of wines that can be enjoyed while picnicking on their beautiful property. After lunch, hang around a while and play bocce ball or buy wine by the bottle.
Wineries we like to frequent: Pestoni Family Estate Winery, Grgich Hills, Honig Vineyard & Winery, Mumm Napa, Fleury Estate winery, Alpha Omega Winery, and Frog’s Leap Winery
Local favorites: Rutherford Grill, and Bistro at Auberge du Soliel
Rutherford Hotels: Auberge du Soliel, Maison Fleurie, and Rancho Caymus
EXPLORE, RELAX, SIP, REPEAT ST HELENA – NAPA VALLEY WINE TOURS BY LIMOUSINE
As you venture further north to the town of St. Helena you will be greeted with even more small-town culture. In fact St. Helena is in the center of the worlds famous vineyards of the Napa Valley. Perfect for those with a love of the outdoors and Napa Valley viticulture. Want to enjoy a breath-taking picnic with epic views? Another reason to take a dreamy Napa Valley Wine Tours. We will have you falling in love all over again. St. Helena is not only the center of historic Napa Valley Wines, but also the home to some of the best views around.
Heart of the Valley Wineries: Beringer Winery, Louis Martini Winery, Charles Krug, Pride Mountain Vineyards., Piazza Del Dotto Winery & Caves, V. Sattui, Brasswood Cellars
St Helena Restaurants: Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch, Press, Charter Oak Restaurant, Goose and Gander, Model Bakery and Gott’s Roadside
Hotel Accommodations: Harvest Inn, Southbridge Napa Valley, Wydown Hotel, Las Alcobas, Meadowood Resort
JOURNEY TO THE PEAK OF THE NAPA VALLEY, FAMOUS FOR ITS RICH MUD BATHS, TOUR CALISTOGA!
At the peak of the Napa Valley you will find the historic town of Calistoga. With its old western charm its easy to feel like you are transported back in time. With always something new to discover the Napa Wine Tasting experiences run far and wide. From higher end exclusive Napa Wineries to smaller family owned boutique estates there are a plethora of wineries to choose from for your Napa Valley Tour.
Calistoga Wineries: Castello di Amorosa, Tamber Bey Vineyards, Schramsberg Vineyards and Chateau Montelena Vineyards
Our choices on food: Sam’s Social Club, Solbar, Calistoga Inn Restaurant and Brewery, and Buster’s Southern BBQ
Calistoga Accommodations: Solage Auberge Resorts, Indian Springs Calistoga, and Four Seasons
EXPLORE THE CHARM OF YOUNTVILLE , ITS WINERIES, RESTAURANTS AND HOTELS
If your stop on a Napa Valley Tour does not include a ride through Yountville then make sure you set some time side while visiting Napa Wine Country. Yountville, known for small town charm is located just a few miles north of the City of Napa. Take a stroll around town and delight your culinary palate with everything from macaroons at Bouchon Bakery, fried chicken at Ad Hoc, or satisfy your sweet tooth at Kollar Chocolates. If you fancy fine dining, then be sure to make reservations at The French Laundry, but you need to plan well in advance. This Michelin starred restaurant has a 2-4 month waiting list.
Here are some of our favorites Yountville restaurants, wineries and hotels.
Jamie’s favorites: Domaine Chandon, Bell Wines, Robert Sinskey, Stags’ Leap Winery and Cliff Lede Vineyards
Restaurants Kendric has picked: Bottega, Mustards Grill, The French Laundry, ad hoc + addendum, Brix, Bouchon and R+D Kitchen
Hotels that have walking options: Hotel Villagio, Bardessono, Northblock and Napa Valley Railway Inn