My friends and I always have a good time at Bazán. Family owned and the service is always impeccable! read more

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I'm a big fan of Bazán! Every time the husband and I visit, it's a great experience. Wonderful and knowledgeable staff. Their wine is EXCELLENT. And the atmosphere is relaxed, fun, and not stuffy at all. Their new location is simple yet beautiful. Make sure to stop by right before making your way over the bridge to Oxbow! read more

Bazán Cellars - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Napa, California

Amazing wines, location and hospitality! Mario is part of the history of Napa Valley. His stories are rooted in the vineyards and with people. read more

Bazan Cellars is a rare treat in Napa Valley. Outstanding wines, reds rich and spectacular, whites, especially the Sauvignon Blanc exceptional and the atmosphere warm and inviting. This is the REAL Napa Valley, not a big corporate winery. Mario and Gloria have a heartwarming story of hard work, family dedication and love of their craft. You will enjoy their tasting room in a convenient downtown Napa location. Come by and do a tasting. You will meet Gloria or their tasting room manager, Bob and have a great experience and hear about Mario's 50 years in the Napa Valley.You will not be disappointed and you will understand what true Napa wineries are really about. read more

We walked in on a Friday with a 2-for-1 deal from Priority Wine Pass. The sommelier greeted us and we chose the Tradition Tasting Experience. We first got pours of the 2022 sauvignon blanc and 2022 rose of cabernet sauvignon. The sauv blanc had notes of grass and lemon, while the rose had rhubarb, raspberry, and oak. Overall, their white/rose wines are not too impressive. However, the cabernet is a different story. The somm poured us the 2018 and 2015 on the menu as well as the 2014 as a bonus. The 2018 had pepper, nutmeg, spice, and cedar on the nose, with a medium body and blackberry and graphite on the palate. The 2014 had fig, madeira, and vanilla on the nose, with a medium body and leather and cassis on the palate. The 2015 was in between the two, with a nose more similar to the 2014 and a palate more similar to the 2018. He also got excited and poured us a 2019 cab franc from Coombsville, which was fruity, jammy, and spicy. Overall, a good experience with a knowledgeable and friendly somm. read more

Amazing wine tasting! We had a huge group and the host made sure to accommodate everyone's needs and make sure everyone was enjoying themselves! Would highly recommend! Get there late evening and then you'll have the place to yourself! read more

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Thank you Mario and Gloria for providing a down-to-earth warm and friendly family owned winery experience. We loved the wines (rich reds & crisp and clean Sauvignon Blanc). Mario's incredible history/story provides an authentic connection to the Napa Valley. read more

Great customer service and lovely setting in downtown Napa. The Pinot Noir was outstanding, and we took a bottle home. I highly recommend a visit if you have a chance. read more

What a wonderful place to enjoy some of Napa's finest wine, Bazan Cellars Tasting Room, Downtown Napa. On Main and First right by the Napa River. It creates the perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine. Believe me Bazan Cellars has some great wine Friday night I was lost in their Sauvignon Blanc. Absolutely delicious, I wish I could give you the educated wine description...but, no. I am not a white wine drinker. I just tried it and then just kept trying it, it was that good. Making the experience was the outstanding Barman/Manager "Bob." Bob was stellar all evening. No one was left stranded, Bob moved around the room like a Russian Ballerina pouring liquid gold into everyone's glass. The Bazan Cellars Tasting Room should be a must stop to taste some truly great wines read more

Walking into Bazan Cellars we were greeted warmly by the owner, Senora Bazan. We were given a table, chatted a bit, and began our tasting: Sauvignon Blanc - very nice; Rose - we are not Rose people but found this very agreeable; Pinot noir - was wonderful; and the best was their 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon- just outstanding ( and this was after 4 days of wine tasting! ) We would highly recommend you give Bazan Cellars a try when in downtown Napa - you won't be disappointed!! read more

This place is really nice! Small but welcoming and the space is nice and open. I like how it's indoors but theres still big windows to see outside. My boyfriend and I came here for the Tradition tasting experience and enjoyed it very much. I used my priority wine pass to get a 2 for 1 tasting. My favorites were the 2023 Mario Bazán Sauvignon Blanc and the 2018 Mario Bazán Cabernet Sauvignon. read more

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This is a great place to come not only for quality boutique Napa wine, but a friendly conversation and positive vibes. Bob is always happy to see you & appreciates all walks of life whether you'd like to just stop in for a glass or buy a case of your favorite Cabernet. read more

Great wines, and super informative. I learned so much about wines and found out that I really like Mario Bazán Pinot Noir, smooth!

We had come in pretty early for our reservation but they were able to accommodate us thankfully! The inside of the restaurant is cute and very simple. The walk to the bathroom in the back is a little scary, but overall a nice place. The wine tasting went really well and I enjoyed the different food items paired with the wines. I grabbed a bottle of my favorite red wine we tried and overall it was such a fun time. read more

Recently had a tasting at Bazan with wife and friends. The tasting guide, Bob, was dynamic and engaging. The setting was clean and businesslike. Bob took us through the tasting, talking about the history, the people and the wine. He readily modified the tasting slightly to accommodate a question which was a HUGE plus to me. We were the only ones there, so we had his complete attention. I would highly recommend this tasting. read more

Excellent wine. Our server, Bob could not been nicer & educated us all about the wines & history of the winemaker. read more

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We visited Bazan Cellars our first night in Napa. In fact it was the first tasting room that we went to - which was a big mistake because they really set the bar high with how amazing the staff and wine was - that no other tasting room compared. My girlfriend and I didn't have an appointment but it was a slower night and they had no problem fitting us in. I had a glass of Pinot and I believe my girlfriend had a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. We sat outside under some heaters and had a great view of the river and we were able to do some people watching. Bob, who I believe must have been a manager, kept checking on us and when he found out we were there celebrating our 40th birthdays - brought us out two chocolates to pair with our wines. Bob was the best. He was so nice to talk to and also gave us some really great recommendations on where to go during our visit. Whenever I go back to Napa, this will for sure be a stop on my list! read more

The vibe was very quaint & relaxing I loved the space in the heart of Napa square. The server Aidan couldn't have been more knowledgeable & professional. He knew exactly what we were looking for & recommended the perfect white for my fiancé & a great red for me. We will definitely be coming back & telling all our friends to visit Bazán & ask for Aidan. read more

What a lovely wine tasting experience! Bazan Cellars was our first stop for the day and it really set the bar high. Our host was lovely, personable, and told us the history of Mario Bazan and how he made his mark in Napa Valley. Also, this was my first tasting experience where we were given complimentary snacks to pair with the wine. It's very interesting how the profile of the wine changes after taking a bite of the snacks, which makes for an interactive and fun experience! Definitely would be back again next time I visit Napa. read more

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If you participate in ANY tasting or pairing in Napa, this is the place. The wine is amazing, the food paired with it sells this wine. The risotto, meatballs, crostini...it's all AMAZING. This place needs to deep its toe in the culinary arts. The Gourmet Tasting Experience is incredible and the owner, Gloria, is such a wonderful human and great host. Come here and spend the experience swimming in a fusion of wine and beyond perfectly paired food. This is the epitome of Napa hospitality of tasting wine with a food pairing. Low key, enjoy the experience for how you interpret it. read more

Great wine from a local winemaker and vineyard operator. Very nice space and lovely friendly hospitality! They are opening an outdoor patio and will have live music in the future. read more

A wine industry friend and I visited Bazan today. What a sweet, hidden gem! I live in downtown Napa and have been meaning to visit this spot for some time. I'm glad we finally made it. Our wine specialist was Bob. He was engaging, funny, and knowledgeable. Their pairings were fantastic and the wine by itself was top notch. This place is only two blocks away from the main drag of downtown Napa and well worth the quick jaunt. If you're looking for a great, little spot in downtown Napa without the mass produced wines, look no further. I'm a fan! read more

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The best wine tasting in downtown Napa. Great wines, awesome service, and nice ambiance near the Napa River. Bob, the general manager, is super personable, and all the wines we tasted were fabulous. I recommend 100%! read more

Very fun place. The guy who presented the wines and stories to use was very funny and friendly. I loved the food pairings with the wine and definitely will bring my friends here read more

Tucked away on Clinton St (but moving to First St soon - hurray!) you'll find a gem of a tasting room. Mario Bazan makes those big juicy 100% Cabernets that Napa is so famous for. They often have a range and f vintages, and if they do, give them a try, these beauties age well! What really caps off the experience here though is the tasting room manager Bob M. He knows his wine and is so personable, you're never going to want to leave! Cheers read more

The best! Bob in the tasting room is amazing. He knows the story of the wines and the vineyard, and helps members explore wines they already know and love, and helps us find new wines to try! Definitely a great tasting room to check out, and consider becoming a member to get access to great wine year round! read more

Excellent service, great place to sit and relax, lovely wines. Great story behind the wine maker too! Thank you Adrian!

Had a wonderful pre-dinner tasting at Bazan!! Our host was fantastic. All the wines were so good and it was lovely to learn more about Mario Bazan! It was fascinating to hear his journey of immigrating to the US, working in the fields in Napa, and eventually owning his own winery! I went home with a bottle of their rosé - hands down the tastiest I've ever had! His wife had a hand in creating it, and the wine has such a gorgeous ruby color, not to mention that it has such a unique flavor. All of the wines were not too sweet which was perfect for me. Cannot wait to come back, and a definite must stop when you're in Napa! read more

We love it here. The service is so personable, fun and interesting! The ambiance is chill and not loud in the slightest. The wine is absolutely divine! Overall an inviting place with fantastic wine that will keep you coming back wanting more! read more

Just 2nd day of tasting rooms open in California.. and we HAD to do our part! We tried the Bazan Tasting Experience 5 flight tasting. And they were all delicious! We came home with a bottle of the 2012 RAMA Cabernet Sauvignon! The place was very clean, maintained 6ft distance between tables, everyone wore masks, except when tasting. And they disinfected between customers and minimal touching of credit card terminal. An awesome experience. We will definitely be back!! Thank you Bazan cellars! read more

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Jonathan and Pepe are great and very knowledgeable. Most importantly, the wine was great. My wife claims the "porch/ pool pounder" rose' is the best EVER. She knows too :)... Enjoy! read more

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We were greeted by Gloria, the co-owner and wife of Mario Bazan. She was such a sweetheart! She was so helpful and very patient with us as we chose from all of the great tasting wines. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Amazing place!! Bob and Christian were awesome and the wine exceeded our expectations. They made us feel like family and to top it off we got to meet the owner's wife Gloria who was amazing!!!! read more

Wow, what a great surprise and a hidden gem! Beautifully designed tasting room, lovely host (Leanne) and excellent wines! I normally don't love whites or roses, but these were awesome...I actually bought some rose on the way out! The reds were fantastic - especially the Mario Bazan Reserve Cabernet. So many interesting stories about the winemaker and his place in Napa wine history. Will definitely be back!! read more

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We love Mario Bazan wines and enjoyed this visit immensely - the highlight of our wine county visit! We appreciated meeting Gloria Bazan. The tasting room is stylishly done and the staff is very welcoming and attentive - and the wines beautifully crafted. The Cabernets are especially appealing to us, and we belong to the wine club to ensure a steady supply. You'll definitely want to stop here on your visit! read more

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What a nice little tasting room to have some really well cultivated wine and snack pairings. The chocolates and rustic cheese chips are scrumptious with the wind and make you think of food pairings. Weather was a little hot and windy so to get out of it in a cool tasting room was great. Every wine had character and wasn't in your face Napa cab, though their cab was really nice and we took a couple souvenirs home. Really memorable wine that we'll enjoy and come back for! Also if you are feeling contemporary Japanese, Hal Yamashita is a slam dunk next door. read more

What a cute little tasting room! Loved the decor! Wine was tasty and well priced. Owner makes jewelry and has some on display for sale. I bought the most gorgeous necklace. Our server LeAnne was amazing so friendly and knowledgeable about the product. A absolute must go spot! read more

We ate and indulged in bottomless mimosas across the street and entered this delightful environment filled with information from our connoisseur Leanne! The experience was more than enough for my first time at small wine tasting spot in Napa valley; I literally learned more than I expected from a small business associated with wine. If you wanna learn about the intricacies about wine, Leanne is your person! read more

Such a gem in the heart of the city! I've gone to a lot of big wineries that were so over crowded and off the beaten path so far a way. I was looking for something close downtown by our dinner reservation and stumbled upon Bazan Cellars! GREAT service. The guy helping us was super knowledgeable about the history and wines we were drinking. He gave us a lot of special attention (which was nice considering we are usually ignored in a sea of tourist). Very nice ambiance and pretty design. I appreciate the high quality wines offered here for not an extravagant price (whewf). We walked to dinner afterwards so the location was perfect! Definitely coming back and recommending to my friends as the perfect local wine tasting spot :D read more

Wonderful afternoon with Bob! We made a reservation at the recommendation of The Blackbird Inn manager. We did the chocolate and wine chip pairing. We had met Bob at a previous establishment and were delighted to find him at this new location! He is knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommend this downtown Napa experience. read more