Do Napa Valley wineries charge a wine tasting fee?
Yes. Most, if not all wineries will charge between $40 – $120 tasting fee per person which usually gets you 4 or 5 samplings. Many of the wineries will waive the tasting fee if you purchase bottles of wine or sign up for their wine club.
How long are wine tours in Napa Valley?
Partial day wine tours last 4 – 6 hours and full day wine tours last 8 hours.
How long should you spend at each winery in Napa Valley?
While it depends on the winery and tasting flight, you can expect a wine tasting to last 60 – 90 minutes.
How many wineries should you visit in a day in Napa Valley?
We recommend 2 to 3 winery visits, but not more than that as most experiences take a minimum of 90 minutes and there is travel time in between. However, It is possible to squeeze in a 4th winery for the day but with a quick lunch stop or even having lunch at 1 of the winery locations.
Can I choose the wineries we visit in Napa Valley?
Yes, you may customize your tour and choose any winery that is open to the public. Keep in mind, some wineries require appointments several weeks in advance, and we can not guarantee their availability.
Where to stay for Napa Valley wine tours?
It’s hard to go wrong staying anywhere in the Napa Valley area but we recommend staying downtown Napa or the town of Yountville, with amazing restaurants and shops all around.
How long is it from San Francisco to Napa?
The drive usually takes about an hour to an hour and a half, depending on traffic.
How many wineries are in Napa and Sonoma?
According to Wikipedia, There are over 1700 wineries in the North Bay, mostly located in the area’s valleys, including Napa Valley in Napa County, and the Sonoma Valley, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Bennett Valley, and Russian River Valley in Sonoma County.
What is the best time of year to visit Napa Valley?
The best time of year to visit Napa Valley is August through October or March through May. Napa’s peak tourist season corresponds with the region’s harvest season (August through October). The weekends tend to be a lot more crowed at the wineries than during the week.
