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NAPA VALLEY WINERY DIRECTORY

TOP NAPA VALLEY WINERIES

Napa Valley is a vibrant community with over 80,000 residents that is highly adored all around the world by travel/wine enthusiasts. Of the estimated four million people who visit our scenic area every year, it is thought that up to 80% visit the same 20 or so wineries in Napa. Since there are over 400 Napa wineries, it isn’t difficult to figure out how to avoid the crowds and find the more intimate side – and the real charm – of the Napa Valley. Our Napa Valley Join-In Tours focus on smaller, non-touristy Napa wineries featuring unique, world-class wines and beautiful locations and scenery, providing you with a truly special experience.

Over the past decade, the city of Napa has awakened with an incredible rush of culture, art, and entertainment, embodying the true spirit of the Valley. A thriving wine and culinary scene make Napa one of the most famous wine country regions in the world. The historical aspects of the region are evident through preserved Victorian-era architecture and Napa wineries that date back to the 1800s.

A few favorite locations in Downtown Napa include Oxbow Public Market, Main Street’s “Restaurant Row” filled with dining options, Napa’s Opera House, and many more small venues hosting live music and gatherings. Napa wineries have established tasting rooms right in the downtown so visitors can experience incredible wines while wandering the charming streets and walking along the riverfront. The town is also host to some incredible festivals, including BottleRock music festival, Festival Napa Valley and Napa Film Fest. What can you always expect at these events? Incredible food and famous wines from Napa Valley wineries.

Explore the Charm of Napa Valley’s Diverse Regions

Napa Valley offers a tapestry of unique wine regions, each boasting its own character and specialties. Venture into the historic town of St. Helena wineries, known for their Cabernet Sauvignon production. Explore the culinary delights that Yountville wineries have to offer, where world-class dining pairs with exceptional wines. Discover the charm of Rutherford with its focus on bold and powerful Cabernet Sauvignons. Platypus Wine Tours can curate a tour that encompasses the best wineries in St. Helena, Yountville, Rutherford, and beyond, ensuring you experience the full spectrum of Napa Valley’s offerings.

Craft Your Napa Valley Wine Tasting Experience

Forget the rigid itineraries of large group tours. Platypus Wine Tours creates personalized experiences that cater to your specific desires. Indulge in exclusive Napa Valley wine tastings at hidden gem wineries. Seek out the best wine tasting in Napa for your palate, focusing on specific varietals or wineries you admire. Explore the renowned Napa California wineries alongside lesser-known producers, crafting a Napa Valley wine adventure that is truly unforgettable.

Explore Beyond the Usual Suspects: Calistoga Wineries

While Napa Valley boasts many famous wineries, venturing beyond the well-trodden path unlocks hidden gems. Don’t miss out on the charm of Calistoga wineries. Our Join-In Tours frequently visit these smaller producers, offering an intimate and unique experience. Discover why Calistoga is consistently ranked among the best places to visit for wineries near Calistoga and best wineries in Calistoga.

Unforgettable Experiences Await: Discover the Best Napa Valley Wineries

With over 400 wineries scattered across Napa Valley, choosing the right ones can be overwhelming. Platypus Wine Tours can help you craft the perfect itinerary, ensuring you visit the best Napa Valley wineries that align with your preferences. Whether you seek the revered top wineries in Napa or the breathtaking settings of the most beautiful wineries in Napa, our Join-In Tours offer a curated selection that goes beyond the usual tourist spots.

We’re thrilled that Trip Advisor consistently ranks our Napa Wine Tours as top-rated activities in the region. Make a Platypus Wine Tour reservation online now or call (707) 253-2723.

Here is a handy directory of many of wine country’s best wineries.  You can use this directory while creating a custom, Private Tour.  Please note that Join-in Tour wineries are selected by our experienced guides.

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Madonna Estate

Winery Name
Madonna Estate
Winery Description

As the second oldest winemaking family in the Napa Valley, the Bartoluccis are dedicated to continuing the premium grape growing and fine winemaking that has been established by generations past. It is their commitment to continue to farm naturally, to preserve, and to refine the winemaking traditions of their past, which will result in bringing you the finest wines possible.

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Winery Phone Number
707-255-8864
Winery Address
5400 Old Sonoma Rd., Napa, CA 94559
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Winery Website Address
https://madonnaestate.com/

MadoroM Vineyards & Winery

Winery Name
MadoroM Vineyards & Winery
Winery Description

Welcome to MadoroM Vineyards & Winery, a family winery dedicated to creating superbly hand-crafted Napa Valley wines. They are a small producer of exquisite Napa Cabernet, Merlot, Proprietary Red Blend, and Sauvignon Blanc. Ultimately, the best wine experiences are the people with whom you share it with. Whether it’s a very special occasion, an event, or a spontaneous gathering of good friends, these wines are meant to be enjoyed with friends and family.

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Winery Phone Number
707-265-8332
Winery Address
2340 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://madorom.com/

Madrigal

Winery Name
Madrigal
Winery Description

Since the 1930's three generations of the Madrigal family have farmed some of Napa Valley's finest vineyards through their own vineyard management company, and today they manage over 800 acres. Currently owned by the third-generation Madrigal, Chris creates wines that convey that deep appreciation for the land.

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Winery Phone Number
707-942-8619
Winery Address
3718 St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga, CA 94515
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Winery Website Address
https://www.madrigalfamilywinery.com/

Maldonado Vineyards

Winery Name
Maldonado Vineyards
Winery Description

Wine Making is such a beautiful and artistic science. It is truly an expression of the wine maker and how he/ she sees that grape in it's purest form. We hope that you will find Hugo's wines to be as masterful as we do!

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Winery Phone Number
707-942-1376
Winery Address
1307 Lincoln Street, Calistoga, CA 94515
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Winery Website Address
https://maldonadovineyards.com/

Marita’s Vineyard

Winery Name
Marita’s Vineyard
Winery Description

Wines created with hard work, dedication, and a passion for the industry. Family-owned and operated from the beginning.

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Winery Phone Number
707-259-5313
Winery Address
2055 North Ave., Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
http://www.maritasvineyard.com/

Markham

Winery Name
Markham
Winery Description

With a history going back to 1874, current day Markham is comprised of 350 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards and both the vineyards and the winery have been GREEN certified.

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Winery Phone Number
707-963-5292
Winery Address
2812 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.markhamvineyards.com/

Maroon Wines

Winery Name
Maroon Wines
Winery Description

Family Farm crafting Small Production Estate Wines from the Prestigious Coombsville AVA in Napa Valley.

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Winery Phone Number
707-257-3040
Winery Address
3565 Hagen Rd., Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://maroonwines.com/

Materra Cunat Family Vineyards

Winery Name
Materra Cunat Family Vineyards
Winery Description

In 2007, Brian Cunat decided to combine his love of wine and his dream of farming by purchasing a 50-acre property in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. Working with an expert team of vineyard managers and winemakers, the property was transformed with Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Brian and the entire Cunat family look forward to sharing their dreams with you over a glass of Materra.

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Winery Phone Number
707-224-4900
Winery Address
4326 Big Ranch Rd, Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
http://www.materrawines.com

Matthiasson Wines

Winery Name
Matthiasson Wines
Winery Description

Winemaking, for them, is a natural extension of farming. Steve and Jill have both worked for many years in the sustainable agriculture and local food movement, and in 2003 they started Matthiasson Wines based on those values. Their wines are classical expressions of different grape varieties, some well-known like Chardonnay and Cabernet sauvignon, and some rare like Ribolla gialla and Refosco. The wines are refreshing, complement food, and are moderate in alcohol.

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Winery Phone Number
707-637-4877
Winery Address
3175 Dry Creek Rd., Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
www.matthiasson.com

Mayacamas Vineyards

Winery Name
Mayacamas Vineyards
Winery Description

MAYACAMAS VINEYARDS has been a source of legendary California wine since 1889. As the newest owners in a lineage of pioneering caretakers spanning more than 125 years, we faithfully steward Mayacamas Vineyards toward a bright future, ever mindful of the great traditions of the past.

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Winery Phone Number
707-224-4030
Winery Address
1155 Lokoya Rd., Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://www.mayacamas.com/

McKenzie-Mueller Vineyards & Winery

Winery Name
McKenzie-Mueller Vineyards & Winery
Winery Description

Tucked away in the enchanting rolling hills of Carneros AVA, you'll find McKenzie-Mueller Vineyards & Winery. Established in 1989 by husband and wife team Robert Mueller & Karen McKenzie, McKenzie-Mueller has continued to passionately produce small lots for over 25 years. Currently, production is around 2,000 cases annually with 9 different single varietal labels. This is a family owned and operated winery in which every drop of wine and every single vine is tended to by those hopelessly in love with the craft.

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Winery Phone Number
707-252-0186
Winery Address
2530 Las Amigas Rd., Napa, CA 94559
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Winery Website Address
https://www.mckenziemueller.com/

Merryvale

Winery Name
Merryvale
Winery Description

With a history of being Sunny St. Helena Winery in 1933, later to be owned by the Christian Brothers, in 1991 Merryvale Vineyards was born. One of the few wineries permitted to allow weddings, the Cask Room is a spectacular setting for any number of private events, with two-story century old 2,000 gallon casks lining the stone walls.

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Winery Phone Number
707-963-7777
Winery Address
1000 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.merryvale.com/

Merus Wines

Winery Name
Merus Wines
Winery Description

When a wine is made from the most carefully chosen fruit, in very small quantities, with unsparing attention to detail, a new level of excellence becomes possible.

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Winery Phone Number
707-251-5551
Winery Address
424 Crystal Springs Rd., St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.meruswines.com/

Mi Sueno Winery

Winery Name
Mi Sueno Winery
Winery Description

The inspirational tale of Mi Sueño is both a love story and the story of the American dream realized, one that came to fruition for Mexican immigrant Rolando Herrera as a result of hard work, raw talent, and the support of a strong community of mentors who led him along a path to success. Along with his wife, Lorena, whose family has deep roots in Napa and Sonoma counties as grape growers, the two founded Mi Sueño Winery in 1997, the year of their marriage.

Winery Region
Winery Phone Number
707-258-6358
Winery Address
910 Enterprise Way Suite M, Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://www.misuenowinery.com/

Miner

Winery Name
Miner
Winery Description

Dave Minor has persued his two passions - seeking out rare accoustic guitars and wines worthy of collecting. Dave commissioned a Master Luthier to craft a guitar for him that was stained a beautiful hue using Miner Cabernet Sauvignon, the first commission in a series made especially for Dave.

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Winery Phone Number
707-944-9500
Winery Address
7850 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://minerwines.com/

Mirror Napa Valley

Winery Name
Mirror Napa Valley
Winery Description

Mirror Napa Valley’s goal is to create the truest artisanal characteristics Napa Valley has to offer by “mirroring” the terroir to the wine in the bottle.

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Winery Phone Number
707-812-2746
Winery Address
PO Box 46, St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.mirrorwine.com/

Modus Operandi Cellars

Winery Name
Modus Operandi Cellars
Winery Description

You know, wine is one of those things that to many people, can incite a tremendous amount of feelings and emotions. Wine is enchanting and mysterious, gives joy, confuses, and inspires. In many cases, these complexities lead to a love which leads to a strong passion for wine.

Winery Region
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Winery Phone Number
707-344-9204
Winery Address
3125 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.moduswines.com/

Monticello Vineyards

Winery Name
Monticello Vineyards
Winery Description

The Corley family owns and manages some of the finest vineyard properties in the world and from them are wines produced of singular quality and distinction. The 80 acre Monticello Vineyards estate in the Napa Valley with vineyards and winery, tasting room, as well as culinary and hospitality facilities has been a destination for fine wine lovers and visitors from around the world since the 1980’s.

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Winery Phone Number
707-253-2802 ext 18
Winery Address
4242 Big Ranch Rd., Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://www.corleyfamilynapavalley.com/

Moone-Tsai Wines

Winery Name
Moone-Tsai Wines
Winery Description

Proud to share remarkable limited production wines, whose subtle balance of elegance, structure, power and finesse are a striking embodiment of the noble lion, protector of Bacchus, who graces their label.

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Winery Phone Number
707-265-6782
Winery Address
3111 St. Helena Hwy., St. Helena, CA 94574
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Winery Website Address
https://www.moonetsai.com/

Mumm

Winery Name
Mumm
Winery Description

Established by the French Sparkling Wine house GH Mumm in the late 1970's, the winery produces Sparkling Wines with grapes sourced from over 50 vineyards considered to be the finest sources of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Also visit their photography gallery.

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Winery Phone Number
707-967-7700
Winery Address
8445 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558
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Winery Website Address
https://www.mummnapa.com/