In the very heart of California’s wine country lies Napa Valley. Everywhere you look there’s another Napa winery, each one appearing to be even better than the last. However, some of them are just a bit more spectacular than the rest.
If all of wine country isn’t enough of an escape, head to Antica Napa Valley Winery. It’s nestled away up a mountain to create an oasis within another oasis. Tour the grounds and the cellar caves for a truly unique experience. The wine tastings here make for an absolutely wonderful afternoon in Napa Valley.
Antica Napa Valley, 3700 Soda Canyon Road, Napa, CA, USA +1 707 257 8700
Antica’s Vineyards | © Deb Harkness/Flickr
This historic winery just drips charm from its gorgeous interior woodwork. The wines at Trefethen Family Vineyards are absolutely tantalizing and the grounds’ beautifully restored barn is the perfect setting to sip them.
Trefethen Family Vineyards, 1160 Oak Knoll Avenue West, Napa, CA, USA +1 866 895 7696
Vineyards in Autumn | © John Morgan/Flickr
Pack a picnic to delight in at the vineyards at this winery. Truchard Vineyards is a smaller winery compared to others that are in Napa but it’s certainly not about size here. During a tasting and visit, the staff is wonderfully welcoming and accommodating. And don’t forget to stroll the lovely rose garden!
Truchard Vineyards, 3234 Old Sonoma Road, Napa, CA, USA +1 707 253 7153
This family-owned and operated winery gives the perfect wine country experience. The space is modern and rustic, while the grounds are beautiful and beckoning. As you embark on the wonderful wine tasting offered at the Spelletich Family Wine Company, it’s made incredibly obvious by the hosts and rest of the staff that they truly love and respect their craft.
Spelletich Family Wine Company, 2545 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Napa, CA, USA +1 707 363 0790
Vineyard in Napa Valley | © Rajiv Patel (Rajiv’s View)/Flickr
At Del Dotto Historic Caves there’s the vineyard, winery and, yes, caves. The 19th-century underground caves are where the winery ages all their wines. Better yet, the caves are open to tours! All the hosts are knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the winery.
Del Dotto Historic Caves, 1055 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA, USA +1 707 963 2134