Undeniable beauty at your fingertips. Embrace the moment in St. Helena!
Few are fortunate enough to discover Napa Valley’s backroads. Napa Valley winemaking began in St. Helena, forging a path for wine country.
Learn about California’s most prestigious AVAs as you embrace the moment at a leisurely pace.
Serendipitous Stays: The Right Place at the Right Time
Napa Valley is one of the most beautiful and renowned wine regions in the world, and there is no better way to experience it than by staying in the center of the wine country. Alila Napa Valley is a destination within itself, photographed from every conceivable angle and without a single flaw. It’s no surprise this property received a Forbes 4 star rating in 2022. For those wishing to get even more immersed in the local culture, book one of only four rooms at the Inn at Salvestrin Winery. Yes, it exists, a historic inn at a winery overlooking Napa Valley’s oldest vineyard. El Bonita Motel fits the profile of a minimalist traveler seeking proximity at the right price point. Bring your film camera, as the motel’s retro vibes and modern accommodations are as artsy as they are comfortable.
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Napa Valley’s Best Advantageous Experiences
Open the door to a St. Helena experience that will guarantee an adventure! Short on time? There’s no better way to sip through wine country than aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train. The legacy tour is a must, with a stop at the iconic Grgich Hills Estate, home of the 1977 Chardonnay that changed the course of California winemaking. For an intimate, uber-fun, and exclusive look into the winemaking process, play winemaker for the day at Raymond Vineyards. Insider’s tip: Explore this one-of-a-kind experience that includes an unbelievable memento, the wine YOU crafted, bottled, corked, and labeled! The Wine and Art Exploration at Hall Wines is a top recommendation for wine and art enthusiasts. Discover internationally acclaimed artists on the property and Napa’s best Cabernet Sauvignon in one place.
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Wineries with More Than Just Great Fruit
No matter the season, there is a seducing beauty about a moody tasting room with impeccable attention to detail. Three wineries who not only have incredible fruit from the esteemed St. Helena AVA (American Viticultural Area), but also unbelievable vineyard views. A triple threat: great fruit, incredible views, and thoughtful design.
First, Trinchero Napa Valley, stewards of the land and family owned since 1948. One of few wineries in Napa Valley that focus solely on premium wines. Meaning, their wines are of the highest quality and crafted with the utmost care. Next, Vineyard 29, small-lot, and estate grown varietals. With minimal intervention techniques in the cellar, Vineyard 29 produces wines with intense flavors, complexity, and balance. Last, AXR Napa Valley, nestled under the redwoods, this winery has a long-standing reputation for producing some of the finest wines in the region, consistently ears high ratings from critics. Insider’s tip: spend a moment in their redwood grove, and don’t forget to look up.
Endless Abundance for an Auspicious Appetite
There is plenty of fine dining and culinary delights to be found in St. Helena, but Merryvale Vineyards pays homage to a global favorite, PIZZA! A pizza and wine pairing in partnership with Pizzeria Tra Vigne speaks to our stomach and soul. When you do book your fine dining experiences, opt for a reservation at Napa Valley’s newest in luxury dining, the 5-course tasting menu at Auro, Four Seasons Napa Valley. The food presentation beats the stunning backdrop—hyper-seasonal and eccentric while still elegant and polished. After a day of wine drinking, an American classic and craved, Eggs Benedict is done best at Gillwoods Cafe. Throw on your comfiest loungewear and nestle into the corner booth for bottomless coffee and satiating breakfast.
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