We had a great time visiting the Bale Grist Mill in St. Helena. Our tour guide explained it was…read morebuilt in 1846 from the design in the 1795 book "The Young Mill-Wright & Miller's Guide." I was able to read some of the book from the Library of Congress archives and found Oliver Evans wrote the guide and patented his design in 1790, the year the patent office was formed, before patents were numbered. In 1804 they retroactively assigned him patent number (X3) three. He licensed his design to hundreds of people including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. He became the first American to live off of intellectual property income.

Historic Grist Mill where grain is milled powered by a gigantic water wheel. From the friendly…read morereceptionist to the remarkable tour guide this is a fabulous experience. I have not been here since before the pandemic but it is always an amazing experience. Bring a picnic and sit outside at the tables or take a hike after the guided tour in Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. You will learn a lot about the history of the region. And the milling process. Modest entry fee.

What a BEAUTIFUL and CHARMING town!! We ABSOLUTELY love coming to the City of ST HELENA!!!…read more What's not to love?!?! The charming historic downtown scene! The famous world class wineries!!! All the different culinary restaurants!!! The different hotels and resorts. One may say it's touristy. Yep! I can agree with that statement. However, there is so much history here. Many families creating a life that attracts thousands of people to this area. We truly enjoy shopping the downtown area. We love all the beautiful wineries. The eateries are amazing. The beauty of the area is relaxing!! Overall, we've been here many times. Over the years, we've always discovered something new. It's never been a dull moment. One should explore and experience the beauty at least once in their life....

Saint Helena is a charming town in Napa Valley with a relaxed vibe and small town feel. The…read morevineyard views in Saint Helena are absolutely stunning. Their is the historic downtown area that is full of boutique shops, wine tasting rooms, cafes, and art galleries. It's a fun place to go sipping and strolling and soak in the charm of this quaint and charming small town. There is no shortage of incredible wineries all around you. Many of them have world class wines. The views at many of the wineries are absolutely stunning as well. The town is known for their culinary scene and have incredible restaurants. Several of the wineries in Saint Helena and nearby offer food and wine pairings as well. One of my favorite restaurants there is Farmstead. If you are the outdoorsy and adventurous type, there is lots of hiking in the area. You can go hiking at Mount Saint Helena and climb to the top or hike around Robert Louis Stevenson State Park. There are just so many reasons to love the charming and beautiful town of Saint Helena in Napa Valley.

After a disappointing experience last year, I decided to give this place another chance, and it…read morecompletely turned my opinion around. The service was on point this time--very prompt and attentive, unlike my previous visit. I ordered the pork chop, and it was cooked perfectly. The meat had a great bite to it and wasn't dry at all. The portion size was still huge and no fly issue this time (visited in May).

Went there for a late dinner…read more Still light outside and it was nice to have a view of the busy restaurant and back and side gardens. Good service and knowledgeable staff. Sishito peppers were the started with the beet salad. Both were super fresh. Beets were cooked perfectly and generous dressing was applied! Peppers were not hot but were blistered nicely and dipping sauce was perfect for balance with acidity. We shared the special meat platter. It was ok.... Pulled pork was tough. Not a good choice in future as it is on the lunch menu Ribs were great. 3 ribs were cooked and seasoned well. Nice acidity so The sauce was not too sweet. Slaw was great and provided balance Mac and cheese was made with white cheese and while rich it was not overwhelming Chicken wings were a hit. Cooked perfectly and seasoned with a bbq sauce that was well balanced. A hit for next time.

Johnathon and Ben were the BEST people I had ever talked to. I will invite them to my wedding when…read moreit happens. They were so nice and fun and Joseph even offered to take a group picture of us! Joseph and Ben deserve a raise immediately!!

The property is sprawling and looks almost like a Victorian castle from a movie, lined with well…read moremanicured landscaping and foliage. Beautiful views when walking around! There are seats peppered throughout the area, including a bocce ball court where groups can hang out or wine and dine on charcuterie. There are several wine tours to choose from-- some where you can walk through the estate, vineyards, and caves while other tours are seated. Our group opted for a casual option, where you go up to one of their bars and pick up a glass to enjoy it while enjoying the property. Reservations are highly recommended for any experience :) Aside from one slight grumpy bartender, the staff here were really nice and friendly! The clean, air conditioned restrooms were really nice. Overall, a great way to spend the afternoon + different than the usual winery. Would recommend a visit!

Wow. What an unforgettable experience at PEJU, especially with the VIP treatment my friends and I…read morereceived from Todd Elliott, AKA to me as wine educator and sommelier extraordinaire! I am a white wine connoisseur because of my dietary restrictions with most ingredients in red wines, especially cherries and plum, that trigger my stomach pain and headaches. I have missed enjoying red wine because of this. I was hoping and praying that when my friends who are members of PEJU planned this wine tasting treat, that my stomach and head would be fine and to my surprise, my palate, tongue, stomach and heart were pleased with the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Fifty/Fifty, and more, including reserve reds Todd served and educated us about! I have NEVER enjoyed red wines like these I tasted at PEJU. Since the time of our outstanding wine tasting experience, I have recommended and raved about Todd and PEJU winery to friends and family who appreciate and value high quality wines and winery experiences. It felt like a vacation getaway being in the tasting room building, admiring the breathtaking stained glass art, all of the art inside and the beautiful art and nature views outside. I appreciate the PEJU staff and management team who welcomed us and were kind to us all the way to the end of our wine tasting experience when we left. This is the kind of treatment that makes us want to return. Napa is a special place for friends, family, and me, and PEJU is now an indelible memory in my Napa adventures! Todd clearly enjoys his important professional position, is passionate about wine and the wine experience, and brings so much joy to customers! I can't recommend him and PEJU enough! Todd went above and beyond to give us a VIP experience and even gave me a bag full of wine corks for my art project after I told him about this and asked for some of their wine corks we saw lined up in their wine uncorking and pouring area. Thank you, Todd!

I had a reservation for a classic tasting at PEJU at 1:30pm on a Friday, at the recommendation of…read morequite a few friends, and there were a few other parties seated at the time as well. The grounds are gorgeous inside and out, and I really enjoyed the stained glass, large open windows, and the statues and the koi pond area outside. The service was extraordinary, and I had a great time learning a bit about the different wines PEJU offers from Joseph. I tried quite a few different wines, and really liked how there are a few unique offerings here that you can't find elsewhere - I ended up getting a bottle of their Province, the Farm, and their late harvest orange muscat. PEJU is also one of the few wineries with a permit to serve food. If I had known ahead of time, I would've planned to eat here! The rilettes were super tempting, but Joseph advised that if I was planning to eat a meal afterward to stick to the chips and dip - this ended up being quite a generous portion as well, and I really enjoyed the goat cheese truffle dip alongside the wine tasting :) Overall, PEJU is definitely a beautiful winery to visit with excellent service, and I'll definitely be back!

The Napa Valley Vintners is similar to the Chamber of Commerce and the local tourism bureau. The…read morerepresent their membership in producing awesome wines and providing environmental leadership. Their web site explains the history of the association and also provides information about wines ("How Cabernet Sauvignon is Made") and various "What's Happening?" lists of events and goings on in the Valley. Their mission: To promote, protect and enhance the Napa Valley appellation.

Napa Valley Vintners is akin to the local chamber of commerce. They also promote deals like the…read moreNapa Neighbors program- if you live in Napa County&have proof of it, you can have free wine tastings along with those of guests. They have an extensive list of participating wineries. They promote wine education, environmental causes, and support local community organizations. Drink up!

Was in St. Helena and was going to drop by the Welcome Center on Main St. We remembered that it…read morewas across the street from Model Bakery but did not see it as we walked the block. We asked a store keeper who was working on a display in front of her shop and she said the center had moved a little over a block away. We were welcomed Lily. We asked her for winery suggestions and she gave us brochures from the display and we picked up some magazines of the area. The Welcome Center also have souvenirs and gift items. They have chairs for you to relax, which I did on this hot day. Restrooms are available too. Nice pit stop while you're in downtown St. Helena. Thanks Lily for your friendly assistance.

We stopped into the welcome center when we arrived in St. Helena to pickup our winter winery…read morepassports. The employee there was incredibly friendly. She talked to us about our plans for the weekend, recommended vineyards and tastings, and supplied us with a few handy brochures. She also shared some recommended food spots that were still open for dinner. We appreciated the information and easy pickup!

Derek our tour guide was great. Very knowledgable and kept the tour very interesting. Gave us a lot…read moreof great facts and had some funny jokes to add. cheese board and wine were great.

Tom, our sommelier was amazing and knowledgeable. He made our visit to Napa Valley so meaningful!!read more

My Son and Daughter in law took us to this winery on Sunday for Father's Day and we were so lucky…read moreto have Riddhi as our host! She was fun, informative, energetic, great sense of humor and quite knowledgeable about the wines and the history of the castle. Her energy made the tasting! I will be honest, I was hoping the wines would have been better but the experience completely made up for it, and then some. I expected the Cabernet Sauvignon to be big and bold as these are the flavors of Calistoga and Napa Valley. That said, we enjoyed the Chardonnay Reserve, Sangiovese and Serata, which is a blend of reds. Also enjoyed the La Fantasia. We left the castle all smiling and chatting about how wonderful and fun our host, Riddhi, was and even spoke with her on the way out. She is a gem. We all enjoyed the experience and the tasting. Thank you Riddhi, for a great time and your warm sense of humor and hospitality!

As a wine club member, Castello di Amorosa is always one of my must-visit stops whenever I'm in…read moreNapa. Even after multiple visits, walking through the castle still feels like stepping into Europe. From the moat and drawbridge to the underground cellars, the entire property captures the atmosphere of a medieval Italian castle, making it well worth the visit even before the wine tasting begins. The highlight of every visit is still my favorite wine, La Fantasia. This lightly sparkling Italian-style rosé is sweet, refreshing, and incredibly easy to drink. It offers bright notes of strawberry, raspberry, and mixed berries, balanced by a gentle fizz that keeps it from feeling overly sweet. It's the kind of wine that both casual wine drinkers and enthusiasts can enjoy. Served chilled, it's especially refreshing on a warm Napa afternoon and pairs wonderfully with desserts or simply as a relaxing treat on its own. Beyond La Fantasia, the winery consistently produces excellent wines across its portfolio. One of the perks of being a member is having access to exclusive releases and special tastings that aren't always available to the public. The staff is knowledgeable, welcoming, and never pushy, which makes every visit enjoyable and relaxed. There are countless wineries in Napa, but few combine architecture, atmosphere, and wine quite as successfully as Castello di Amorosa. Whether it's your first trip to Napa or your tenth, this is a place worth returning to again and again. And somehow, I never seem to leave without bringing a few bottles home.

Love that this exists. Perfect sized intimate theatre, individual or love seats, tons of popcorn,…read moregreat wine options.

Great service and great set up! Excellent quality and prices. Can't wait to go back!!read more