The wine is amazing, the vinyard grounds are beautiful and lush and it's right in the heart of the best Napa valley has to offer! The staff and owners were great knowledable hosts. A must stop when you're in Napa. read more

James Cole was such a cool surprise! I rather liked the moody, design-forward feel with layered textures, dark leather, soft lighting and unexpected touches like a vintage pinball machine and a 1959 Corvette. In fact, the whole place had such a relaxed, unpretentious energy -- very "take your time and sit wherever you want" :) After wandering the grounds to admire the blooming gardens and pretty vines, we ended up in an enclosed patio that felt like a little hidden sanctuary. It was such a treat to experience the filtered sunlight, soft breeze and birds chirping. Truly a countryside dream! Dustin was our guide, and we had the BEST time chatting with him! It was so nice to skip the rehearsed wine spiel; we somehow ended up spending half an hour talking about cars (so random but so fun). All of us appreciated the break from the usual scripted tasting experience, and honestly, it honestly felt like hanging out with a friend. Loved it here. Definitely coming back! read more

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Disappointing experience. Despite many open seats, we were told the place was "full" and couldn't be accommodated. As we were members who've always enjoyed coming here, this was frustrating and unexpected. read more

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James Cole was a beautiful winery! We tasted several wines with some bonus wines thrown in. Kate was our host & very knowledgeable in the wine making process. Even though we were not members they directed us to a lovely area to sit which was normally reserved for members only. This winery is worth stopping for!!! read more

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Small winery. We tried the normal tasting and the reserve tasting. Both were good but there wasn't an items that I absolutely loved. We did purchase one bottle that was pricey, so I hope it's good when we serve it. The service was wonderful, the setting is beautiful, very relaxing. read more

Always a wonderful experience, today was a blast! With Rock Candy providing the rock and roll music paired with food and the fantastic wines, James Cole Winery knows how to treat its members.. Bravo! read more

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Fantastic experience. James Cole is a small family owned winery that offers the best of Napa Valley at a competitive price. Memberships start at only 2-3 bottles per release. Special thanks to Dustin for hosting! read more

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Fantastic experience with an excellent tasting portfolio coupled with an extremely knowledgeable hostess. Last time I came it was part wine cellar, part tank room, part secret movie cave, but there is some work going on, so alas, it is closed. Nonetheless, it was a beautiful morning/early afternoon for an outdoor glass (or 2). Their rosé is crisp and bright and goes down almost too easy. I was pleasantly surprised by the Chardonnay. I'm not typically a chard fan, but this non-French oak one was a winner. Wine aside, Kate was a delightful hostess. Such expansive knowledge coupled with neat trivia and tidbits made it a unique opportunity that I'm glad I could be here for. Highly recommend the Marls, but you can't go wrong with anything here. Something for every palate. Cheers! read more

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James Cole is hands down my favorite winery in Napa Valley. The wines are exceptional, and the tasting experience is always a pleasure. This small, family-owned vineyard has a welcoming charm, and trust me... you won't leave without a few bottles. It's just that good! read more

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Absolutely excellent. Gustavo was an amazing host. Gave us a fabulous explanation of the wine and chocolate combo (definitely recommend) as well and the history behind the winery (please give this man a raise). We really enjoyed the company and the homey feel of the vineyard. Will be back for the intimate family feel. Thank you for having us! read more

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This is my first yelp review as I find them to be typically of a negative nature.. I was recently on a trip to Napa with some dear friends. As we were driving to a scheduled tasting my husband saw the JamesCole sign. I was so excited (my son's name is James Cole) . We decided to stop by after our tasting to purchase some wine and merch.. YES... I am One of those moms. Long story short my son was taken to the emergency room and we were literally thousands of miles away in NAPA... We stopped at the vineyard and while at first the greeting was not welcoming, a very sweet blonde lady noticed this tearful mom and made a very stressful moment a bit less stressful. I ordered a bottle of wine a two coasters and headed to the airport.. the wine was amazing and the atmosphere was stunning. My husband and I are looking forward to a full experience on our next trip. read more

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Fantastic tasting experience with Dustin. Never disappoints! Great discussion and great service.

If you haven't enjoyed James Cole wines yet, you must. The wines are great and the staff provides awesome customer service and attention to detail. A must in Napa! read more

We were very excited by the 4.9 rating but came away disappointed. The grounds were nice, the staff were accommodating, but the wine was average. We chose the tasting menu from the highest tier and didn't find a single bottle we liked enough to take home. We go to Napa quite a bit and this rarely happens. They were good wines, but they lacked depth and were just not worth the price tags. read more

Beautiful small winery with some hits and misses during our wine tasting. Having the wine tasting inside the barn was unique and the decor was quite interesting with a Rolling Stones pinball machine inside for customers to play with. Still a young winery that I can't wait to see grow into something spectacular in the coming years! The staff was super nice and awesome! read more

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Let me start by saying I'm not a "wino", but I do like excellent wines. I had the distinct pleasure of visiting James Cole Winery with some close friends and was amazed with the wine and top notch service. We had Jonathan serving us and he's a true professional. The property is on the Silverado Trail but if you're not paying attention you will drive right by it. Fortunately that a great thing, because most people will miss this gem. Lastly let me say the property is "Done Right". I can't wait to return for another great experience. read more

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Shout out to Rosie for an amazing experience. Picture this: super bowl Sunday, quiet roads, we roll up past trefethen, and around to a charming set of buildings with beautiful patio, with seemingly only one car in the parking lot. We parked and check in with a very friendly wine expert- Rosie- and she tells us to sit anywhere- we choose comfy chairs partially protected from the sun (in February!). Birds are chirping and when we sit down another couple checks in and sits in another area of the patio, we still have great privacy. We got the Valentine's tasting with chocolate truffle pairing. The chocolate came in a charming velvet box. Rosie, part tasting specialist/part wine maker, comes by with a lovely complex tropical rosé. Loved learning fun facts about the winery and detailed descriptions of the wines and harvests. My favorite was the Privado, a light yet complex mouth feel. The umbral cab was also fantastic. Absolutely charming. There was bocce ball and seating areas for small groups- we could have really spent the day there and were sad to leave for our lunch reservation! read more

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First time visited based on the high reviews & recommendations. It did not disappoint. The views were breathtaking. Beautiful greenery, trees and decor. Our sommelier did a great job, explained each wine including interesting facts about each one. He was very nice & professional. Downside is that with Covid they stopped serving food. But a charcuterie was available upon request. Now on to the best part, the wine. I gotta say the Malbec wine was soooo good, we ended up taking a bottle home. All the other red wines were perfect as well. This was a great experience & I highly recommend it. read more

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WOW! We loved this spot during our family visit to Napa. It's a local family that only sells at the vineyard itself. Jim was our host and really nice. He provided detailed stories to each wine we tasted and we had a difficult time choosing our favorite amongst the tasting. It was a real treat to be seated at our group cabana. It was lovely and highly recommend. read more

We loved this place! Great atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and great reds! I love family-owned wineries, and there aren't that many left, so it's an added bonus to support them. We sat outside in really comfy chairs, had views of the mountains, enjoyed a tasting of reds and a rose, it wasn't rushed and was very relaxing. The tasting was $45 per person, but for every bottle purchased they removed the tasting fee. read more

Dustin is a gem - go there just for him and drink killer wine as a bonus. We love the Tyson and were soooo disappointed because it was sold out. Good news, we resided the library and got some vintage bottles. The malbec is fantastic, as was the tre' noir and The Night. These are silky smooth red blends that leave your mouth watering for more. Dustin is full of stories and jokes, cool cars, and full of wisdom. This place is a blast and the wine is fantastic. Put it on your list. read more

This winery is a hidden gem. There are so many wineries in Napa that some of the smaller wineries get drowned out. Luckily, my man found this winery and made reservation. We had a pretty jam packed schedule but wine tasting was something we definitely wanted to do during our weekend in Napa. It was one of the best wine tasting experiences I have had, for both pre and post covid. Hands down, of one of the best until someone beats them out. Check in station was very organized. You have hand sanitizer on the check in table. In addition, they have an outdoor sink for washing and sanitizing. After check in, they have picnic/cabana areas for each reserved party. In each picnic area, you have a small table supplied with bottled water and hand sanitizer. We paid 30$ each for tasting of 4 wines. The tasting price was very reasonably priced, much better than other vineyards around the area. First wine was Rose, second was a red Mostros, third was Malbec, fourth was a Cab. We also got a fifth tasting on the house. The service was impeccable. The staff was just so friendly, personable and knowledgable. Sam was our first host and she was a great story teller. The gentleman with the beard was our second host, he was such an engaging host. Both were wonderful. I'm not a big wine person but hands down, great wine. The rose was smooth and crisp. It was so easy to drink, a little too easy to drink. We came on Saturday and decided to come back on Sunday, last round before the road and even got 4 bottles before we left. I highly recommend this place. It will not disappoint! read more

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Great experience! They took us in on short notice during a very busy weekend! Loved the wines, reasonably priced and the grounds were beautiful. Sam was awesome! read more

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We had a great experience at James Cole. It's super chill and has a nice vibe with both outdoor and indoor seating. Kyle was our host and he went above and beyond to make our experience worthy of a review. He's down to earth, knowledgeable and just a nice guy. We wanted to buy a couple of bottles (they will comp your tasting if you buy a bottle- not all wineries do that) and he let us have second tries to help us figure out what we wanted. If you like reds, this is the place to go. They were all very good but I ended up splurging on the 2010 which was a bonus tasting. We started with a rose that was also very good. This place is very unpretentious and it's clear that the people at James Cole just want you to relax and enjoy their wines. read more

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I have visited James Cole twice, once pre-Covid and once post-Covid. James Cole is my favorite winery in all of Napa and I have visited a lot during my eight visits. Which is why I am a member of their wine club. During my first visit in Napa, I learned that I should avoid touristy big name wineries and James Cole is neither. They basically do not sell their wines anywhere else, which is usually a sign that they are not overly commercialized and just in it to make money. During my last visit on 07/24, I was actually 30 minutes late because I totally got my reservation time wrong. Our host was so nice about it and still let us have our tasting. In addition, she was super dog friendly, which is a major plus for me. She even gave our dogs some treats. We were seated at a table with a cover to block out the sun, which was really nice. Having dogs with us, I always like to be a bit secluded and we totally were here. Their Covid protocols are great. They have a little table set up in front of our seating area. We would go and retrieve our wine from the table and put the empty glasses back to get our next wine. There was also hand sanitizer on the table. The last time I visited we had the option of choosing different tastings but this time there was only one. I think most places are doing this because they do not want to open too many bottles, which is totally understandable. I usually only like red wines but found their white wines to be great as well. Last time I purchased their umbral and another cab which I don't remember the name of. Their umbral cab is top notch and one of my favorite cabs. This time I left with two bottles of Il Mostro, which were my favs this time. I also joined the wine club and will definitely get the umbral delivered since I ran out already. I love how I can create an account and customize which bottles of wine I would like to get. I cannot wait to come back and am so excited to be part of their wine club now. read more

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James and Colleen and their team are fantastic. Incredible wines and service in a beautiful, unforgettable setting.

Fabulous hidden gem! Their wines are amazing, and Kate was great at explaining the history and nuances. They specialize in reds; however, their chardonnay is one of my favorite whites. Been here twice now and will certainly come back as we joined their wine club. read more

Kyle was an amazing host and took care of all our needs. He made our wine tasting experience so much fun and we thoroughly enjoyed each and every tasting. We look forward to coming back to James Cole on our next Napa trip! read more

This is the third time that I've been to this boutique winery. Dustin Moon is the tasting room manager and he knows his wines. He is also a very engaging and a humorous guy! The wines are fabulous, especially the Malbec! Because it is a small winery, reservations should be made. While the '59 Corvette is a classic (inside the tank room), the wines with Dustin narrating them is worth your time. No pretension, just a relaxed and enjoyable experience! read more

Appointments are required here since its a small family owned & small production winery. They're mostly known for their reds here but I found the chardonnay was very well balanced & fruity. Signature collection wine tasting ($30 per taster - waived with 1 bottle purchase) Faves (from most to least): Chardonnay 2013 Malbec 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Petite Verdot Ice wine (made in Canada) 2013 Il Mostro Great chill sit back relaxed ambiance & dog friendly place too. Loved all of the wines in the wine tasting & none of the wines were bad at all. This is a dog friendly winery too. read more

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Incredible winery with a beautiful view. Dustin was a wonderful and gracious host and we could not have enjoyed our visit more. Truly a great stop. Couldn't recommend James Cole Winery more. The rose is amazing!!! read more

A hidden gem in Napa. Not only are these artisanal wines terrific, they span the spectrum of reds - zin, malbec and cab and cab blends. There is always something new on the menu - most recently "Mud's" cabernet named after the winemakers grandma. A full bodied and silky smooth effort, perfect for a steak dinner, or to impress your friends. Wines are sold only direct from the winery, and can be sampled in the cozy tasting room. Lisa will assure your visit is a memorable one! read more

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We had the best time at this winery. This winery produces a small amount of wine every year and every bottle is high quality. While the wine was amazing, our host, Jim, was even more phenomenal. He was kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly witty. We were laughing the entire one and half hours we were there for tasting. We highly recommend this place and we are looking forward to going back already. read more

Rosie was amazing!! Service recovery was great! Although they ruined the rest of our day....Someone called from James Cole to our next destination, Beringer, and advised we were "tipsy," Beringer turned us away even though we had reservations. However when we called James Cole they apologized and refunded our money. Great service and ambiance! Thank you to Rosie for a fun day! read more

Kyle was an amazing host. Everyone in our group loved the wine, but more importantly the experience was so memorable

I visited eight wineries in Napa on my most recent trip. Some of them charged over $200 for a bottle of fantastic Cabernet, but the tasting experiences didn't always have the same appeal. Many of the experiences were apathetic and/or felt very corporate. James Cole was the exception. We finished our tasting at Darioush, (located just a few minutes South on the trail), earlier than planned and had about an hour before our next appointment, so we called James Cole and asked if they had time to squeeze us in for a splash. We spoke to Kyle who was very welcoming and friendly. He told us to stop by. Kyle was super friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely seemed happy to serve us. He quickly established a warm rapport and became the benchmark for the rest of our trip. No other wine educator could compete with his hospitality. We left with a case and a half of wine and stopped in again on our way out of town a few days later and picked up a few more bottles to give as gifts. We met two more employees on our return trip. They were just as welcoming and friendly, so whoever does the hiring at James Cole knows how to find people that understand hospitality. Well done! They win the prize for the best all around service! read more

First time wine tasting in Napa Valley. We stopped at the James Come Winery and it didn't disappoint. The staff was kind, knowledgeable, courteous and professional. Great wines, great atmosphere. Can't wait to stop by again. read more

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Had a private tasting for 6 here and our server was visibly intoxicated, slurring words, pouring wine all over the table, splashed wine on two people in our party - staining a pair of designer pants. No acknowledgement that she (the server) had done anything wrong. Just an absolute sh*t show. Just go yourselves a favor and go somewhere else. read more

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We visited James Cole on our Honeymoon. It is a small winery, but the house is beautiful. We were the first appointment of the Day. Our tasting was with Nick, a super chill bearded guy who wears many hats at the wineries. He was super knowledgeable, and gave us a lot of good insight on James Cole, and the Napa Valley in general. He did not rush us, and was very welcoming. The tasting is $30. They mostly have reds, but Nick did pour me a taste of their Chardonnay, which was fruity and light. My husband did most of the tasting, and really enjoyed the wine. We learned a lot about the owners, and the story behind their logo and how they started the winery. They are a couple, and their story was very similar to ours. Super cool. There was also a super cute winery dog who greeted us. Definitely make an appointment here. It was a great overall experience! read more

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My stunning girlfriend and I visited the James Cole Winery and we had an incredible time. The setting was perfect, and our host Max was sooo kind and funny, he made a huge positive impact on our entire trip. We are missing him and the beautiful winery already. read more