Great wines, fun people…read more Did 5 wine tasting flight at Pairings in downtown Pleasanton. The individuals hosting the tasting were gregarious and happy to talk about their wines and why they loved them. My personal preference was for the Russian river Sauvignon Blanc, but that may have been influenced by how hot the day was (105 and sipping wine on the outdoor patio). The Oak Knoll Syrah was also nice, but too much for a hot day. I'm curious to visit their Livermore location after this event!

This wine tasting room is a very small space. There is enough room for approximately 10 to 15…read morepeople in the tasting room. but much less seating. We had a very knowledgeable sommelier pouring us wine and they are not afraid to give you a fair tasting portion size. I can say that they do have some delicious wine! Besides the tasting room, there is an area outside of the tasting room where you can have a table for your group. We sat between the tasting room and the small kitchen next-door to them and enjoyed some food while we had our wine. They all seem to work together well.

This is a food truck and wow are they amazing! Fried chicken…read moresandwich and friend pickles = heaven!!

The Village Napa Valley has changed and is more of an event center now (2022). They dropped to 3…read moretasting rooms, a food truck, and the grocery store. Many of the spots are vacant now but hopefully that will change. The grocery has also changed. They no longer make house cured pastrami. They sell some packaged foods, wines, bottled drinks, some snacks and lunchmeat and cheeses.

Definitely going to miss this place but happy to learn that they won't be too far away. It's always…read morea good time here and nice to unwind somewhere so close to home. Elaine was great and so was the new wine we tasted. Thank you, Gen 7!

Our server was the sweetest lady we really loved her!…read more This place is cozy with only a few seats inside and a larger patio area that's covered with plenty of lighting and heaters. We chose the reserve red tasting , all the wines had unique flavors but my top two wines for this tasting were the Pinot Noir and the Merlot very light and dry wines something you don't taste too often. The last 3 we're much bolder and richer in flavor. Overall a nice experience.

This vineyard is a must see !!! It has the most beautiful…read moreview and Jordan was the sweetest and most hospitable person helping us with our tasting. 10/10 will come back and plan to do so soon !

I attended a private group tasting at an offsite for work, and upon arriving at the winery, I was…read moretaken aback by the beautiful landscaping and views of the vineyard below. Our sommelier informed us that we were in the coolest and foggiest part of the valley, but it was a warm, clear day, and we were able to enjoy the lovely view from the terrace. Compared to other tasting experiences I've had in Napa, the tasting at Bouchaine was more laid back - we didn't take a tour, and our group was seated on the terrace for the afternoon. We tasted about 6 or 7 wines, including several blends unique to the winery. I liked how the tasting line up was flexible; our sommelier often let us choose between two wines for each round. Additionally, she explained the story behind each wine she poured. While I typically enjoy the more interactive tastings with a tour, it was nice to sit and relax with the stunning view.

We love this place! It's a beautiful winery with great employees. Ed and Ian are our go to when we…read morego in for a tasting. We met Sam and Ariana and they are also very cool! We are grateful for the service every time we step foot here or speak with them over the phone. Everyone is so personable. Not only is the service and wine great, the appetizers are yummy! We enjoy the caramel popcorn a little too much.. ha! We'll be members for a while

Ian was the funnest server, he answered all of my questions and more. He truly went into detail…read moreabout the origins of the wine and there unique flavors and had us interested. Walk ins welcome , no reservation needed for smaller parties, lots of parking, Very spacious inside and outside ! We chose to do to different tastings: Hundred Knot: Unique reds , if you love reds this is the place !!! There Zinfandel was insanely good and different than anything I have ever tasted. Seasonal Selection: my favorite tasting option All of the wines we're fantastic!!! What a great experience here will be back :) !!

We spent two days in Napa visiting 7 wineries and this one was by far everyone's favorite (we were…read morea group of 4). The small intimate setting, beautiful views, amazing wines at reasonable prices, and great cheese pairings made this place a stop to remember. I ended up buying a case and joining the wine club. They also waived our tasting fees with our bottle purchases (I think it's one tasting waived per two bottles but double check me on that). They also gave me a free (and quite sturdy and good quality) branded wine key, perhaps for joining the club. I also appreciated they gave us water bottles and allowed two of our guests (who were driving) to join us but not have to pay for the tasting. I wish more wineries allowed that to allow for safe and responsible tastings. Highly recommend and will definitely be back again! This by far will have to be a stop for us every time we come to Napa. Thank you Taylor Family Vineyards for a wonderful time!

Taylor Family Vineyards was our first vineyard to visit on our Napa trip. We went to 3 vineyards…read morefor 3 days, and Taylor was by far our favorite. The setting was SO intimate (we were the only ones there), the view was beautiful, and we were treated like family in someone's home. The owner even came out to greet us. It was so sweet. Their story was amazing, the wine pairings were great, and we loved every single wine we tried. This was the only winery we visited where every person in our group bought multiple bottles, a case or a membership to their wine club. All of us still get the email updates from the vineyard, and look forward to their spring release wines (specifically the Sauvignon Blanc & Rosé)! When I tell you every wine of theirs we tasted was amazing, I mean every single one! I've even received hand written cards every Christmas since we visited from the family. They truly made our experience so special. Their wine, their vineyard, their hospitality and the attention to detail made Taylor Family Vineyards our favorite winery to date. I can't wait to visit again!

This was my first time in Napa since I turned 21 last year, and starting off at this winery was…read moreprobably the best decision. My family and I came on a Saturday afternoon per the recommendation of the owners, who we met at a Tesla event. We didn't go to the vineyard itself, but the tasting room that they have in downtown Napa right along the river . We were greeted kindly and decided to settle on three tastings. My mind was blown by actually liking Rosè, a drink I usually am not a fan of! We started off with two white wines, followed by three various red blends, one of which we took a bottle home. They also have a neat membership program that is essentially of no cost per year as long as you buy a bottle a year (I believe there's some price minimum depending on the bottle). This also includes free tasting all year round for up to 6 people at a time. The wines were explained to us in great detail, and the guy explaining it to us (I wish I remembered his name, but he was great) entertained all our various questions as we are wine novices. Highly highly recommend !

Metal Art In The Blackbird Vineyards Field Exhibition Area…read more SITREP I stopped by recently in the City of Napa to take in the very cool metal artwork in the Blackbird Vineyards Field Exhibition right off Oak Knoll Avenue. [Note: whereas the Storefront sales office is located in Yountville, this part of the vineyard borders on the City of Napa, hence the apparent discrepancy with this location address.] THE SETUP The large metal art includes: (1) a giant key, (2) a just-as-giant keyhole, (3) a giant segment of chain-link, and, (4) a giant metal gear! As I was explaining my docent, I found the choice of items - and the metal - to make this a very creative exhibition in the Spirit of Steampunking! METAL ART-SCULPTURE EXPRESSION! This is just some very fun artwork and a very creative use of vineyard space where as explained to me that the soil is just too fallow and workable and perhaps a bit too close to the roadaway. THE LOWDOWN A stop to view some pretty amazing metal art-sculptures.

I stumbled upon Levendi through a recommendation from a coworker, and it has since become my…read moreabsolute favorite tasting room in Napa. My husband and I were able to call ahead and schedule a very last-minute tasting, and from the very beginning, the hospitality was exceptional. I work in the wine industry on the retail side in Texas, while my husband does not, so creating an experience that feels both educational and approachable for both of us is not always easy. Steve absolutely nailed it. He welcomed us warmly, shared thoughtful stories about the wines and the winery, and made the experience feel incredibly personal. The tasting room itself is beautiful and feels like a hidden gem in Napa. We especially loved learning about the wines and the woman winemaker behind Levendi. The tasting was stunning from start to finish. What truly sets Levendi apart, though, is the level of hospitality. Since our visit, I have referred many of my favorite clients to Levendi, and Steve consistently goes above and beyond for them. He bends over backwards to make sure my customers are taken care of, and every single person I've sent has come back raving about their experience. At this point, a trip to Napa would not feel complete without a stop at Levendi. I honestly cannot imagine Napa without Levendi -- or Steve. If it's your first visit, do yourself a favor and try the Stagecoach. You won't be sorry.

Great tasting event. Service was super. Steve went over and beyond to explain their wine sourcing…read moreand production. Very good at explaining each wine as it was served. Great interior with low lighting and comfortable seating.