We came out for a wine pairing picnic. It could not have gone better. Our "guide" was Alan and he was very professional and hospitable. There was enough food for 6 people instead of the 4 in our party. It was well thought out and very tasty. The wines were fabulous. The grounds of the winery were spectacular. We had a cover table in the garden with beautiful greenery all around us. Highly recommend this place for their events read more

we found this winery on a sunday afternoon and were immediately seated in their very attractive atrium; being very warm day , it felt like the perfect spot in the shade to sample their wines. Server named William arrived and we expressed interest in their Cabernet Sauvignon selections We were each able to enjoy at least six different Cabernets (it's easy to lose count!) and William was able to describe and comment on each in an entertaining manner. He also kept track of which wines we preferred and was most helpful. He is quite the character and very gracious...... We liked the variety presented on their cheese board which was a very nice complement to their wine. We purchased two bottles of the vintage we most enjoyed and plan to return when the tasting urge strikes us again. read more

This place is amazing. We went during lunch time so we had a picnic in their garden on a cute picnic table. They gave us a picnic basket we can keep. The food selection amazing. The chicken breast is so tender and flavorful. Vegetables are fresh from their own garden. Shoutout to Chef Britney. They delivered one of our dishes a little bit late, but they compromised with us with either a refund on the wine bottle we ordered for lunch or have an additional bottle of wine. Of course, I chose the additional. So service was amazing. I want to come back here again with a bigger party to enjoy this experience. read more

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Service was awesome wine was delicious my personal favorite was the State. Beautiful outside seating! read more

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We were fortunate enough to enjoy the annual Christmas party. A really nice bonus on top of great wine. Tastings are available by appointment during the week and on weekends reservations are highly recommended. Price points are manageable for tastings and wine. The folks here really know their business and we enjoyed everything about this visit. We even ended up leaving with a few wine bottles to fill the wine cellar! read more

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A truly educational wine tasting experience with a knowledgeable and friendly server who made everything easy to understand. The reds were my favorite, especially the Cabernet Sauvignon, rich and perfectly balanced. The charcuterie was amazing, with a great selection of cheeses that paired beautifully. The ambiance is classy and inviting, making it a perfect spot to relax and savor. Highly recommend! read more

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We had a great experience thanks to our server William. He was super knowledgeable about the different wines and taught us some cool facts about the Napa valley. He also had some jokes! It would have been nice to drink outside but it was closed due to the rain that the area had for a few days. read more

When most other stops were busy Black Stallion was gracious enough to accommodate my guest and I for a tasting just before closing. The grounds are beautiful and offer educational postings on several of the the vineyards. The tasting also wasn't very expensive either (they offer different tiers). Beautiful drive in as well. read more

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Amazing winery and wine, great atmosphere, service and music. I recommend visiting it:) Thank you for the unforgettable atmosphere:) read more

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Black Stallion Estate Winery was absolutely amazing in every single way! We had a group come in to experience the winery, wine tasting as well as an amazing lunch out on the mezzanine! Everything from the wine maker to the general manager to the chef was spectacular in every way! We were all so impressed with our experience that many of us, including myself, joined the wine club so that we can continue enjoying these amazing wines after we have left the Napa area. We highly recommend Black Stallion for your group events as well as for your small intimate gatherings. Thank you for an amazing experience! read more

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We reserved a picnic table here which is a $25 minimum per person when purchasing wines. With this option, we were able to bring in our own snacks and food. First off, I appreciate how accommodating the staff were! We were running quite behind our scheduled time and they let us push back our reservation. My friends and I chose 4 bottles of wine which came out to be about $37 each since there were the five of us. One of the employees walked us to our picnic table it was quite of a walk but the set up outside was really nice. When we got there there was a sign with our party's name and a bag with cups and a wine opener. They also provided water and napkins for us. All of the 4 wines were good but I think my favorite was the rose one. The employee that walked us to our table was really friendly and kept checking in on us asking if we needed anything. Our table was reserved for two hours but we actually ended up staying longer since we were tryna finish all of our wine. We were told we could walk around looking outside at the garden and vineyards but we were there for so long the place was already closing by the time we were done with our wine. We really enjoyed our time here at Black Stallion and I highly recommend reserving a picnic table if you want something more chill and casual than the standard wine tasting! read more

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Quality/Quantity - Mixed Tasting - Two whites, two reds, see picture. Sauvignon blanc, white wine blend, tempranillo, and a cabernet. Red Tasting - My selection, pinot noir, syrah, and two cabernets. Cheese & Charcuterie - Small plate, but enough for us because we really just came here to try their wines! Decent assortment. Additional glasses, splashes of oakville and howell cabernets. See pictures of all our glasses. I also liked the different unique shapes of our glass. It felt like I was back in chemistry class. Atmosphere - Beautiful winery. Clean modern bathrooms. Decent assortment of merchandise souvenirs, see pictures. Plenty of parking, also for EV vehicles. Good size winery, both indoor and outdoor seating. Raining today, so most people were indoors. Also several private tasting rooms, see picture. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm. Service - Good. Got some business cards to maybe set up a future tour. Tours are typically not offered to the public. Wine club available, see picture or website. Events available, see website. Food and wine pairings are also available, see website. Price - Our guest fought for the bill and actually won... I think it came out to approximately $151. I left a generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1924. read more

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Had the day off to catch up with a friend and decided to head up to Napa to try their Portfolio Tasting of 2 reds and 2 whites ($45/pp) in their outdoor seating. The wine options were pretty good however the service from the Sommeliers could've been better. Came in for our reservation on a Friday afternoon and was instantly greeted then guided to options outside to sit. There were probably 3 other parties aside from my friend and I, and we were able to choose a spot far enough from others that we could enjoy our own conversation. Our guide poured us our first glass and let us know our host will be with us shortly to explain its profile. My friend and I waited before taking our first sip so we can have the full run down but it wasnt until 30 minutes or so later we actually met our Sommelier. They were surprised we haven't started drinking but out of respect of wanting to know the details we waited. Initially the lack of urgency didnt bother us since my friend and I were taking the time to catch up but after a while of not being checked in on, especially when there werent many other parties lead us to think they weren't taking us seriously (my friend and I look a young). The times the Sommelier did come to our area, explanations felt rushed and not attentive - as if they were ready to help someone else. Despite this my friend and I enjoyed the tastings and even stayed to try a Rose. I enjoyed more of the whites wines than the other options. Lovely space but we weren't sold on buying a bottle to take home. read more

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Black Stallion is a true gem of Napa Valley. I have visited several times and each time is just as good as the last. When you enter the property, you can immediately see how beautiful and well-taken care of the estate is. A little unknown tidbit: This winery used to be an equestrian center and if you ask the staff, you may even be able to hear all about the history! Now, they have a huge tasting room that is beautifully decorated and these days, it's more common to experience your tasting on their large patio. The patio is covered and extremely comfortable for both small groups and large parties. Now to the wine, you'll get your choice of several different tastings. As I have tried nearly all of their options, I can assure you that each tasting will give you amazing wine. I am personally partial to the prestige tasting. The service here is always wonderful and I cannot recommend Black Stallion enough. If you're in Napa, make sure you make plans to visit, you will not regret it! read more

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Black stallion is a great winery just a short distance from downtown Napa along the Silverado Trail. Their building and grounds are very well kept tucked in amongst their vineyards. The wine they make is all very good! Lots of rich but well balanced red wines and a good share of white wines as well. We have been to Black Stallion twice, once just my wife and I and the next time with some friends and family. Probably would be five stars if it wasn't for the second trip. The gentleman serving us unfortunately was not very good at what he was being paid to do. Older gentleman, I cannot remember his name unfortunately, but spent the whole tasting primarily talking to the men at the table. Even with my wife and sister-in-law asking him questions occasionally. His big selling point for the wine was also the price of the bottles, instead of talking about how good the wine is, which it is very good. Despite that still a place I would recommend as they, like I said, do make very good wine. read more

First winery every in Napa that we've visited. It was pretty good. I liked that we got to sit outside and it was all really shady and on a pretty patio. The staff was friendly and talkative but no one explained the wines or even described them to us. How they were grown, the soil the process nothing. That was a little disappointing. You hear all these wonderful things about Napa wine tasting and then it's just blah. I gave it 4 stars because it's easy to book and the vineyard is really pretty. Plus the staff was kind which makes everything all the better. It kind of stinks that we ordered our charcuterie board and it came in a box and we had to open everything which is kind of annoying but they said it was Covid protocol! Which I found to be bizarre because they don't bring your wine out in little separate bottles. It just sounds to me like the staff is lazy and don't want to put the board together in the back so they make you do it yourself. All in all I doubt we will be back but it was a good enough first experience. read more

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I really enjoyed black stallion winery. It was the last stop of the day and really surprised me in a positive way. First, the staff was very friendly and funny. I think his name was William, although he sometimes go by Jack. (lol) The Cab wine was actually one of the better ones that we tasted in Napa especially considering the price point. They also have an adorable shop with lots of items to purchase such as Napa soap, scarves made of cashmere, and other items. I definitely recommend coming to this place especially if you want a more relaxed feel and casual environment. However, you still get delicious tasting wine and great service . read more

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My partner and I stopped by here to do wine tasting and was greeted by a male host in the front. His name is Joey, he refused to pour for us since I mentioned my partner has been wine tasting today for her birthday (I being the sober designated driver) and assumed she was slurred her words because she has an accent. I called to discuss this issue with the manager and suggested we drive back so she can see for herself that neither one of us are drunk since it happened 15 minutes ago so we aren't far but the manager did not want us to. We feel very discriminated against and would not recommended this place at all. However, we found a beautiful winery called "St Clair Brown winery" that poured tasty wine for us regardless that my partner speaks with an accent. So either Joey is discriminating against us for being gay or her being foreign, but it was most definitely an uncomfortable experience. read more

Ever since I was a child, adults always asked if I would like some cheese with that whine. Now old enough, I see what they meant. This was the first time I've ever been to a winery and Napa in general. There were gorgeous views, delicious grapes to eat off the vine (not sure if this was sanitary but I'm still alive and kicking), and great wines. William was a fabulous host and made sure our group had everything we needed for our friend's birthday from waters and snacks to helping with pictures and recommendations. Great jokes too and we knew he was experienced with his work. Had a tasting of 4 red wines, had some I liked and some I didn't which makes sense. Got some great photos in and felt nice to get away for a little bit (literally because phone service wasn't the best and finder ride-shares wasn't easy). It was great learning about wines and more specifically tasting them out of a bottle as opposed to a box. Great experience and very accommodating for our large group (12) read more

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Dear Black Stallion Winery Team, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for making my wife's birthday celebration such a memorable experience. We had booked the picnic area, and the table was beautifully set with the wines we had selected in advance. Our group of 13 guests thoroughly enjoyed the stunning vineyard setting and, of course, the fantastic wines. The staff were absolutely wonderful--friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful, which made the day even more special. I can't recommend Black Stallion Winery enough and will certainly be sharing our great experience with friends and family. Only suggestion I would like to give is provide proper wine glass rather than plastic cups. Thank you again for everything! read more

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Came here on a Monday afternoon with a group of 4 for a walk-in. Place was absolutely empty (I kid you not, nobody was there) and the host said they could talk to the manager to see if there's room for us. What?? Manager comes out and after pretending to look around says he'll "do us a favor" and seat us outside. Perhaps it's the fact we have tattoos and don't fit the "vibe" but three of us own our own businesses and companies... so poor to assume based on looks. Not the first time but Napa can be that way. Anyways-- Wine was mediocre and the workers here were not anywhere near adequate for the seating fee. Funny enough the manager then noticed one of us wearing a Rolex and complimented it after our table was ignored for 20 minutes. Ironic. Don't waste your time here! read more

We thought the grounds and sitting areas were nice and ample. However, we spent $158 for terrible wine, mediocre charcuterie and a sour stomach. I think the ph levels on their red wines were definitely off. Service was also not so great. read more

Stopped by as gifted a bottle, and wanted to know more about the winery. We did not have reservation they were not accommodating. Handed menu and walked away. Won't go back. read more

This establishes was our first stop on Mother's Day to have a tasting. We had a wonderful hostess who was attentive and suggested various wines to taste. The charcuterie tray had wonderful fruit preserves and cheeses on it that was divine. The grounds around the estate were beautiful. read more

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Great experience for my 1st time at Black Stallion Winery! Rsvp are a must so book in advance. Lovely fall 70s weather sets the mood. Party of 4 and choices of different wines are packaged in a tasting. Went with all red and swirl away. Service was great and wine overall was awesome. Can't go wrong with good wine and company. Cheers! read more

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Just popped open a 2010 Bucephalus and "wow" . Full of fruit flavors and savory taste! read more

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Beautiful estate and lovely tasting areas. The wines that we tasted were very nice and smooth. The tasting is a casual set up, where you are given a flight all at once and go at your own pace. Our sommelier gave us a run down of what we were tasting before leaving us to it. He would pop in to check on us and was available if we had any questions. Different than a typical tasting but we enjoyed ourselves. read more

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We have been visiting this winery for the past 5 years or more at times have even got them shipped to our home. This Saturday we went to this place with our cousins from out of state and walked in asking whether they had any tasting appointments available. They said nothing is available till Monday. We were disappointed but bought the wine bottles anyway. On the way out we called on the number mentioned on their board outside checking for an appointment ( they couldn't tell my race with my accent) and they said they had one in 15 mins. Felt like only because they saw us they didn't want us in there. I cannot and won't support racism. Will never buy or visit again. Sorry and sad read more

We just went this Saturday.We tried to accommodate with what whatever they had even splitting the group so it can be easier for them & he just keep putting but's. Felt like he was racist. Even though we had 3 active military guest with us, they treat us bad. Thanks to Sterling Vineyard, they were the best with all our group & specially our active military guests. read more

Excellent winery and wine tasting was also really good and profesional And the chacutiere was really presentable. One of my favorites no doubt. read more

We came here during our recent Napa trip and had a great experience! We have bought their Black Stallion cab from the shelves at home which made us want to visit here. We were seated in the outdoor patio, which I was glad was covered since the temps were close to 100! We both opted for the Red tasting. I enjoyed most of these except the Pinot which was decent (and not a fan of the barrel cab for the bonus pour but just not my preference!). I also enjoyed that they served all 4 wines together so we could compare and contrast. Our server, Carla, offered for us to try 1 or 2 extras, which we ended up enjoying more and took these home with us. We left with a variety of wines - Merlot, Syrah, and a Cab Sauv. We can't wait to try these all back at home. Additionally, for spending $200 or more on wine, you get a tasting fee waived which is a nice bonus. When we received our tasting trays of wines, there were crackers on there. Since I am gluten free, I said she could have those back and she came back with a GF option- major bonus! Thanks for including those in our tasting. In addition, during the tasting you could walk around and it was fun to look at the variety of grapes grown right outside the outdoor covered patio plus. Beautiful grounds & great experience- definitely worth checking out when in Napa! read more

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Our experience was lovely! Ask for Carla, she was very accommodating and allowed us to substitute a wine on our tasting flight. Pricing is more than fair and the estate has an excellent ambiance. Your experience is what you put into it :) Thank you, Carla! read more

Love this place! It was our first time in Napa and our experience was not the best one u til we arrived at this location. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed learning about the history of this winery. Our sommelier, I believe his name was Alan, was very attentive, professional and knowledgeable. He was so nice and we had a great time talking to him. The wines were delicious and loved the ones Alan recommended. Kudos to Alan, and thank to the winery for having amazing staff like him. We will definitely be back next time we're in town. read more

CARLA was the worst host ever, not only was she sloppy and tacky she was unprofessional and seems racist!! Definitely did not kill our vibe with her condescending attitude. Other than her nasty grumpy service, the establishment was nice. We had planned to purchase bottles each to take back home with us but her poor service had us ready to get outta of there. read more

Black Stallion has always had a beautiful property. And as they expand and remodel, some of the outdoor spaces are quite nice. They have also added comfortable seating, in order to keep up with the escalated experiences in Napa Valley. Their wines have always been good, with certain vintages exceptional. We enjoyed our tasting with our group of 8. Service was pretty marginal, as the server basically poured and left. Although we were an experienced bunch, I would have preferred more education for the 3 people with us that were newbies. read more

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I had such a great time here as my first wine tasting experience in Napa! Went as part of a large group of 8 friends, so we ordered by the bottle instead of the actual tasting itself (the cost per person was about the same in the end). I thought this was a great alternative though, because not only did we get to try 6 types of wines (as opposed to just 4 per tasting) that we got to personally pick out, but we also had so much remaining that we got to split the bottles to take home! They provided us with some crackers, and they even had some gluten-free alternatives for a friend of mine (which we all ended up liking more, surprisingly!). The winery was so, so beautiful and there was a broad variety of red wines to choose from. read more

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My husband and I enjoyed the charcuterie tray as we sipped wine and were educated by Eric who was truly a delight! He spent quality time with us discussing the wines as well as life. His service was impressive. The esthetic of this winery is pure class. If you're in Napa, please stop by this lovely winery. read more

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Definitely a spot to hit up if you're in the Napa Valley. My friends are wine members here so we easily were able to make an appointment during COVID over the summer while outdoor dining was still available. There is a lot of outdoor space and seating to stay socially distant. You sign a waiver and sanitize (they even have a foot step station to where you put your foot on it and the sanitizer is dispensed). There is a menu of choices of red blends, mixed, and I forgot the other. My friends got the red blends and I wanted the variety because I like to start it off light. They have it all poured in your own tray which I think is very safe for the workers and limits contact. The tasting area is located and surrounded by the vineyards which is nice to take a break or photo op. I felt like it is fairly priced from like $30-$60 a tasting which is normal for now. I even have friends that visit from out of California and find Black Stallion. I would definitely recommend! read more

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I would day after being a member there since 2014, it appears the service is on the decline. 2 hosts at Black Stallion act like customers are such a burden. The 2 employees seem to think I'm a burden and not give customer service to me most of the time. I may consider asking 12 friends who are members to maybe cancel Black Stallion. I just literally waled out of Black Stallion today. MY e after 10 years time for a new winery if they aren't training newer employees correct. I appreciate the other employees who's been there longer than 3 years. The newer employees are NOT welcoming at all read more

So disappointing in Napa. Customer Service needs serious attention at this establishment. We've been here 3 times and keep hoping for improvement. There are so many other tasty options who actually appreciate your visit . read more