Not surprisingly, those options (and the ones below) are also the places locals swear by. They keep the focus on what is in the glass, and they make you want to linger and leave with a few bottles tucked under your arm.
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Book early, especially for weekends. Many tastings are reservation-only with limited seatings; lock in your “must-do” spots first, then fill the gaps.Build in buffer time. Assume 90 minutes per tasting, plus 20–40 minutes of driving/parking (more in peak hours), and schedule lunch so you’re not rushing.Match the tasting style to your group. Decide if you want seated + hosted (more intimate), walk-in bar tastings (faster), or tour + tasting (longer), then book accordingly.1) Matthiasson (Oak Knoll District)
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If you’re a Cabernet person (hi, it’s me, I’m the problem, it’s me), Corisonis the kind of stop you’ll want to savor. Founded by pioneer winemaker Cathy Corison, she's long been regarded for her famed Cabernet. Everything at Corison feels refreshingly unfussy: the wines are elegant and focused, and the setting is quietly understated. Tastings often start with a look at the Kronos Vineyard, then move into a flight that lets you learn a little while you sip. Book the shorter Discovery Tasting if you’re keeping things light, or opt for the library-focused option if you want to go deeper, and taste what time does to a very good Cab.
3) Joseph Phelps Vineyards (St. Helena)
Phelps Terrace
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4) Ehlers Estate (St. Helena)
Ehler's Estate
Local wine writer Dave Thompson, of the Napa Valley Project, recommends this stop because of their heritage. "As a result of their historic setting, intimate tasting experiences and premium wines a stop here is highly recommended," he wrote. The vibe is calm and unhurried, with the kind of one-on-one attention that makes the experience feel even more curated.
5) Tres Sabores (Rutherford)
Tres Sabores
Local Anna Brittain, Executive Director of Napa Green, calls Tres Sabores a must: in a blog post highlighting woman-owned wineries, she wrote that “a visit to Tres Sabores is a visit to authentic Napa Valley.” It’s also picnic-friendly (with a small additional fee), so you can bring your own snacks and build your own wine-pairing moment.
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6) Keenan Winery (Spring Mountain District)
Keenan Winery
Keenan needs to be your choice when you want big views and a tasting that doesn’t feel like it’s being timed with a stopwatch (by a man in a monocle). Tastings are by appointment, run about 75 minutes, and the fee can be applied to purchases (I call it girl math). It’s polished but still warm, and the mountain setting does a lot of heavy lifting in the breathtaking department.
7) Hendry Ranch Wines (Napa)
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If you want Napa without the Napa theatrics, book a visit to Hendry Ranch. As San Francisco Chronicle wine critic Esther Mobley puts it, “This unassuming family-run estate is one of Napa’s best-kept secrets.” It’s a multigenerational family ranch just outside town, and tastings are private, more porch conversation than highbrow tasting-room hustle. You’ll sit down with a host who’s happy to talk through what you’re drinking (and what you actually like), then tailor the flight accordingly, from classic bottlings to reserve-leaning pours. Reservations are offered daily (roughly 10 to 3-ish), and well-behaved dogs are welcome outside when the weather cooperates.
Bonus detour (not Napa, but worth the side quest): Flowers Vineyards & Winery (Healdsburg)
Flowers Vineyard
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