The best small groups wine tasting tour at an attractive pricing. I honestly never really thought…read moreabout the fact that I am drinking and driving. Met great people who made the journey even more fun. By the end of day you are best friends If you have specific wineries you want you can book a private tour with the guide. So many fun facts I learned about the industry.

This was our second Platypus tour and we cannot recommend them enough. Army was our guide again…read moreand he is a great source of local knowledge. We went to three Napa area wineries and had time for an additional stop at a local olive oil and Italian grocery store. We highly recommend Platypus tours for anyone coming to the Napa or Sonoma area!

Jacuzzi is a gorgeous property specializing in Italian wines. Fiance and I haven't had much Italian…read morewine so it was nice learning and expanding our palates. They start you off with complimentary bread and olive oil/balsamic vinegar which was delicious! The tastings are affordable, with the Taste of Italy at $30, which is what we opted for. For the Taste of Italy, you choose 4 wines from a list of white and reds. We chose the 2024 Arneis, 2024 Gilia, 2025 Dolcetto Nouveau, and 2021 Teroldego. Buying 2 bottles of wine waives 1 tasting fee. The Dolcetto Nouveau is a chilled red, which I've never had before. Wasn't particularly a fan, but interesting to try nonetheless. We reserved our tasting but they do walk-ins, which we noticed were seated at the bar. So if you'd like your own table, I would make a reservation to be sure. The day we went, we did an indoor tasting because it was so cold, they didn't do any outdoor tastings. The outdoor courtyard is covered, and they have a large event space with some wine barrels that I presume is for wedding receptions. You can walk out to the fountain and vineyards and take pictures. We went in December so of course the vines were bare, but overall still beautiful and peaceful. There is an olive oil tasting room and various products for purchase. Overall worth a visit for the scenery!

Stepping onto the property, it felt like I was transported to an Italian villa. It's absolutely…read morebeautiful here. My friends and I found a quiet little courtyard with ample shade which was perfect. We ordered a bottle of white Arneis after sampling a few different whites. The Arneis was very light and summery. The charcuterie board we ordered was standard. Enough for 3 to share I really enjoyed the peacefulness of the property and loved seeing all the fruit trees (I saw grapes, berries, and limes)!

From the flawless check-in to the exceptional service, I always enjoy my visits to Domaine…read moreCarneros. Alex was an outstanding server and presented me with the Classic Sparkling Wine that I love. He also shared the fascinating history of the winery and explained how each wine is thoughtfully crafted. Every time I visit, I learn something new, which makes the experience even more special. This visit, I tried a new sparkling wine with delicate hints of pineapple, and it was absolutely delicious! I'll definitely be purchasing a bottle in the next few weeks--although I just received my monthly wine club shipment, so I'll have to make room for another favorite. What truly sets Domaine Carneros apart is the breathtaking scenery. The stunning château, beautifully designed indoor spaces, and gorgeous outdoor terraces overlooking the vineyards create the perfect setting to relax with a glass of sparkling wine. Whether you're sitting inside surrounded by elegant décor or outside taking in the spectacular views, you'll find yourself wanting to spend the entire day there. The service is consistently five-star, the wines are exceptional, and the atmosphere is simply unforgettable. Every visit leaves me feeling refreshed and grateful for the experience. If you're looking for an incredible wine destination, Domaine Carneros should be at the top of your list--I know I'll be coming back again and again!

Amazing winery. It was my second time here, this time for an anniversary. We did the sparkling wine…read moretasting+oyster tasting, and everything was absolutely perfect. The day was sunny so the view from where we were sitting was extra beautiful. Wine was delicious and paired well with the oysters, just as the server recommended. I wish I remembered his name, he had a British accent and was extremely friendly; definitely added to this amazing experience. The oysters MELTED in our mouths, we ended up getting 2 dozen in total. We also got the puff pastry with smoked salmon+caviar. They were bite sized and tasted good, but didn't love the pastry. The price for the whole experience was definitely reasonable and I'll be back for it again soon. One small complaint is that the chairs for outdoor seating are not comfortable to me. So I reallly appreciated the chairs in the dining area, so I can enjoy the food, drinks, and scenery, all while being comfortable.

Wine was tasty. My favorite was the Chardonnay. That glass was so smooth. Bought a couple bottles…read morewhile there was a Bogo sale. Booked the wine tasting for four. initially we planned to do the outlook where we were given a wooden cabana to sit with our group from afar. It looks aesthetic and alluring, but when we sat inside to see how it was, it felt cold and the walls were so high that you couldn't even view the vineyard. one of those things where the idea is great, but execution not so much. Ended up on the heated terrace which was way more comfortable. Service: 2/5 our server didn't seem very knowledgeable about the wine when we asked questions and of the information that she gave us, it sounded like a list of notes from a description that the wine maker gave her. This was very disappointing. The entire interaction felt strange, and there was no eye contact. We all felt rushed because when we weren't done drinking the wine, she would always come in and tell us she's gonna pour us the next wine, then leave, just so we need to finish the current glass we had. In general, if we aren't able to finish a glass of wine fast enough, or we just don't want to it would be nice if the winery could provide more glasses for us to try the rest of the wines instead of being rushed and using the same glass for every round. Overall, this place is great if you want something very casual. It's such a fun place to sip on wine with friends. Butttt, if you are looking for a true wine experience to learn, this is not the place.

Came here with friends and off the bat the view was beautiful. Each tasting was $50 pp which came…read morewith 4 wines, the explanations were friendly and informative given by the server Rachel (who was awesome!). My husband and I just came back from Italy and Portugal, and comparing the wines they were much more complex here. Food is actually good and substantial here with a full kitchen to prepare the dishes instead of other wineries just taking things out of a package. The area is also beautiful and we happened to catch the leaves changing colors. Taking a walk around the property, it wasn't over crowded and the vibe was chill. Ambiance: 5/5 Taste: 5/5 Service: 5/5

What a beautiful and serene winery! The thing that I've commonly needed about Sonoma wineries if…read morethat they're more down to earth than Napa wineries but the wine is just as good! The friend that took us here mentioned how she likes that you never feel rushed. I see why people purchase wine club memberships now. As a Pendulum wine club member she gets wine pick ups, discounts, and unlimited tastings with three guests. The setting is beautiful! So many flowers. Nicely shaded picnic benches with umbrellas. They have a large fish pond and it's 25 cents for a cup of fish food to feed the turtles and koi. This is one of the most family friendly wineries I've seen. Many people bring their kids. They have corn holes too. Fancy and Pudding were the highlight! I reached out and felt like a Disney princess having one of them come to me for pets. The restrooms were very clean as well! It was fun browsing the store too. And of course the tasting and charcuterie board were a fantastic experience. I loved the cheeses and almonds they had. We had the option of deviating from the tasting menu. But everything we tasted was great! I think you can also bring your own snacks. It's a great winery experience. Nothing for praise for Cline Cellars. The day we went it looks like they were setting up a wedding later in the day. But that didn't negatively impact our experience at all.

Had a sweet time. Checked in quickly and found a table…read more Property is very pretty and spacious for wandering. Purchased the tasting of 5-6 wines. Would visit again if in the area.

We had Pablo for our wine tour and he was fabulous! He exceeded our expectations. He was friendly…read moreand very informative. He has a great deal of knowledge to share concerning the wine industry and its history. He encouraged questions and was very patient with us considering we knew very little about the subject. The itinerary was a s follows: 2 wineries in the morning- he picked us up at our hotel at 9:00 am Lunch 2 wineries in the afternoon He dropped us off at our hotel after a fun-filled day Although he had the wineries picked out, we could have requested a change and he would have gone with it. He did have reservations at all the wineries and also at Brix, where we ate lunch. By the time he dropped us off, we felt like we had spent the day with a friend!

Everything! Incredibly knowledgable, first class all the way ! Went with Max 3 Thanksgiving weeks…read morein a row.

Great Customer service! I called a couple times bc we were worried about taking a trolley bc of…read moreweather forecast and almost cancelled. SO glad we did not! They are prepared w/ a Luxury black shuttle van. Paul (our driver) was so informative and so knowledgeable about the Sonoma and Napa History. I appreciate how they already had an itinerary planned out for the day. We visited 4 wineries which one had a wonderful farm to table lunch waiting for us (which this was included in ticket price) Each winery visited made us feel at home/great stories/great people and great wine waiting for us upon arrival! Wine tasting fees are addl around $35-40 per person. Our last winery visited Paul helped us to get TSA approved shipping boxes which wine got home safely! Wish we could've stayed longer at Buena Vista and Sangiacomo. Would highly recommend wine trolley/bus tour and felt ticket price was reasonable for having great service/knowledgeable driver/lunch for an all day tour.

What a fun experience! Highly recommend this fun trolley tour!…read more We had an intimate group of 8 people. Two honeymooners and two mom daughter duos. We were all laughing and have such a great time together! Our guide Paul was hilarious and had lots of great knowledge of the area. Everyone is small business owned at the places we stopped at and also felt very natural and warm. The interactions with everyone was fun and I definitely got some wine knowledge too! We stoped at four places. One beautiful vineyar with spectacular views, a food terrace and wine tasting area, a winery and makery, and another wine tasting bar. Would definitely do this again and highly recommend!

Nick is awesome. He crafts excellent itineraries of hidden gems you wouldn't find on your own. His…read morevan is clean and spacious, he is professional and punctual, and he's just a nice guy to spend the day with. I've hired Nick both times I've been in the Napa Valley, and I'll hire him every time I return. You should do the same!

If you are looking for a memorable, exceptional experience that transcends the typical van and…read moreguide, this is it. Nick provides an adaptable tour with accurate information and balanced, non-intrusive conversations. His flexibility and honesty set him apart. Nick loves what he does,and it shows as he does it well. He will make your Northern California visit one you will always remember, and the experience will call you back. We spent three days and, at the end, we feel he is a friend and not a guide. Highly recommend.

Very nice upscale winery. Their wine tasting experience is $80 for two glasses and a charcuterie…read moreboard. A little pricey to sample two wines, but it is very beautiful here with amazing architecture and design. Unfortunately, you're not able to just have a (1) glass of wine, you need to do the $80 two glasses and a charcuterie board if you want to taste here. We did not end up having our wine tasting experience here, but we were able to walk around, and it was beautiful. Also heard their paella gift set is amazing and that they have paella experiences here too! It was beautiful, but not full, so chances of being able to walk in, is probably high. + $80 for two glasses and a charcuterie board + Need to do the two glasses, cannot get one. + Beautiful scenery + Beautiful decor + Cute walk + Accessible for all with an elevator

Artesa Vineyards & Winery is absolutely stunning and easily one of the most beautiful wineries in…read moreNapa. Located in the Carneros region, it offers some of the best views in the area. The property and tasting room are both gorgeous, with sleek, modern design and breathtaking scenery. You get a panoramic view of the valley and surrounding vineyards, which makes every visit feel extra special. There is free parking, which is a great bonus. You do need a reservation for wine tastings, but you can still walk the property and take in the views without one. They have lite bites for sale. Even if you're just stopping by to explore, the scenery alone makes it well worth the visit.

Our tour guide David was very knowledgeable and kind. Even though it was his first time riding with…read moretwo Shih Tzu dogs, he gave us an amazing experience throughout our trip. Communication with Oliver was excellent, and Jessie also called us a day prior to ensure everything would run smoothly. We had a wonderful time and truly appreciated everyone's hospitality and professionalism.

I booked this tour to have some fun on my girls trip with my sister…read more Our sidecar tour was absolutely fabulous. Jesse picked us up went above and beyond helping us with our bags. We drove through the country side and through a beautiful park. Then we toured the town of Sonoma. Next Jesse made us amazing reservations for our wine tasting. We had a gorgeous view and took our time tasting several wines. Finally we took a drive through the actual vineyards with some great photo ops. Jesse could not have been nicer or a better guide. I did a lot of things while in the bay area/wine country and I have to say this was by far my favorite. Five stars all the way!!!