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.
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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 Small Group Join-in Tour wineries are selected by our experienced guides.
Caves at Soda Canyon
A unique winery housed entirely in a cave, this is home to four distinct family owned wineries. The acclaimed wineries ar Waugh Family Wines, Patland Estate Vineyards, Buoncristiani Family Winery and Lobo – Wulff Vineyard.
Caymus Vineyards
Since 1972, The Wagner Family has been producing Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon at Caymus. They have gained renown and expanded into other varietals. Tastings feature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel as well as wines from the family’s other labels Mer Soleil, Emmolo, and Conundrum. Caymus has a relaxed, intimate tasting in a beautifully landscape garden setting.
Chappellet
Don and Molly Chappellet founded the winery in 1967 on a slope of land known as Pritchard Hill located off a rural road in St. Helena. The area is now regarded as one of the best growing regions in the world for Bordeaux varietals, and Chappelet wines reflect the exceptional conditions. Experience incredible views looking down on Lake Hennessy, enjoy the barrel room for a tasting or tour through the actual winery facilities with one of the knowledgeable staff.
Charles Krug
The first tasting room in the oldest winery in Napa Valley has evolved into a modern world-class tasting experience. Owned by the iconic Mondavi family, they have introduced winemaking practices to the Napa Valley that still influence the industry today.
Charter Oak Winery
Charter Oak Winery & Vineyards in St. Helena, takes pride in being the “most original, old-world,” winery of some 500 wineries in Napa Valley. The reason to visit: See how early wine pioneers lived and made wine in Napa Valley — and taste wines which hearken back to those simpler times.
Chase Cellars
The vines are over 115 years old, they’re wise and storied — they are the heartbeat of Hayne Vineyard, and the soul of the wines produced. While the vineyard has been around for five generations, it was Andy, who developed the Chase Cellars brand back in 1998. Katie took over the day-to-day operations in 2012, with the goal of maintaining the legacy of the vineyard through sustainable farming, and business practices, so they can ensure the integrity of this place survives for generations to come.
Chateau Montelena
A historical stone castle carved into a hillside overlooking a Chinese garden, lake and vineyards reaching out to the base of Mount St. Helena. History was made when the 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay was announced the winner of the 1976 Paris Tasting.
Chateau Potelle Winery
The core of the VGS experience lies in vibrant, inviting cottage in which our attitude resonates throughout – lighthearted, easygoing and (though sometimes irreverent) certainly never pretentious
Chateau St Jean Winery
Nestled in the heart of the stunning Sonoma Valley, the Chateau St. Jean estate offers wine lovers an idyllic getaway to soak in the Sonoma wine lifestyle. With incredible vineyard views, a dramatic mountain backdrop, lush gardens and the elegant 1920s chateau, our guests are invited to experience the award-winning Chateau St. Jean wine collection at their leisure, while enjoying the breathtaking ambience of the estate.Founded in 1973, Chateau St. Jean was conceived as a true fine wine estate in the European style, where wines from individual vineyards were kept separate to fully capture individual character of each site. The wines received immediate critical acclaim, and Chateau St. Jean was soon recognized as a leader in single vineyard designated wines.Today, our winemaker Margo Van Staaveren calls upon 35 years of vineyard and winemaking expertise at Chateau St. Jean to highlight the stunning vineyards we work with.
Chimney Rock
Chimney Rock has two distinct features in addition to their delicious wines. The original 180 acre parcel included a golf course which was subsequently planted to vineyards, and the buildings on the property are all in the Cape Dutch style of the Western Cape of South Africa.
Clif Family
Clif Bar co-owners Gary Erickson and Kit Crawford have married their passions for cycling, food and wine into one great destination. Come for the bike ride, stay for lunch at their Bruschetteria food truck and enjoy a tasting of their wines sourced from some of Northern California’s finest vineyards.
Cliff Lede
Located in a charming 1931 Craftsman-styly bungaloo, this tasting room combines traditional winemaking with a rock and roll edge.
