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Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Courtney

Jan 28, 2026 | Blog, Driver Spotlight

Napa Valley and Sonoma have so much more to offer and our guides are the key. These local experts have uncovered every nook and cranny of the region from the best restaurants and romantic wineries, to the best picnic and nightlife spots. They’ve led California...

Fireside Crimson Mocktail

Dec 25, 2025 | Blog, Favorite Recipes

Empty heading Fireside Crimson MocktailEmpty heading Winter Pomegranate and Black Cherry Mocktail with Orange-Spice Sugar Rim A cozy, jewel-toned winter mocktail that’s gently mulled with warm spices, brightened with cranberry and orange, and finished with a subtle...

Platypus Perks

Dec 23, 2025 | Blog

A Little Something Extra for Our Guests—Starting in HawaiiEmpty heading Platypus Tours has never been just about a day of wine tasting. It’s about connection and memories that stay with you long after the trip is over. In 2026, we’re excited to introduce...

Bright & Creamy Lobster Mac & Cheese

Nov 26, 2025 | Blog, Favorite Recipes

Empty heading Pairs well with Alsace or California dry rieslingServings: 6Total Time: ~1 hour This Bright & Creamy Lobster Mac & Cheese is rich, comforting, and brightened with sherry, lemon zest, chives, and sumac. It’s an elegant but easy dish. Left over...

The Little Things That Make a Wine Tour Perfect

Nov 25, 2025 | Blog

Lessons from 20 Years of Platypus ToursEmpty heading Over the years, we’ve noticed that the little, often ineffable things are what consistently turn a wine tour into a perfect and memorable day. Napa Valley and Sonoma wine country tours are social, engaging,...

Vinyl & Wine Tasting Experiences

Oct 24, 2025 | Blog

There’s something so human about the way we return to the things that slow us down. Vinyl and wine share that same soulful quality — both enduring time, both made to be experienced without a fast-forward button. You don’t just consume them; you let them fill a space,...