Napa Valley Wine

By admin · Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008

Napa Valley Wine

where could i find any good wine tasting in Napa Valley Wine Country?

So it's going to be my 1st time going to Napa Valley Wine Country. Well im going with about 12 co-workers and want to know of any good places where they do wine tasting. Also any good hotels to head too. Thanks alot.

Having lived in Napa for many years and the fact that I used to give wine tours there I believe I can give you the best answer on this.
First off, stay off the highway and stay on Silverado Trail which runs parallel to the hwy.
Most tourists stay on the hwy so traffic and crowds will hamper your enjoyment.
The wine on the 'trail' is JUST as fine and there are less crowds so you will get more attention from the porers.
Start with Luna. It is the first one you will see and I highly recommend it. I have been there hundreds of times.
It is tricky to choose the others because of all the great choices.
Something to keep in mind. Everyone sets out to hit 6 or 7 wineries, but most only make it to 3. You will be having such a great time that you will stay at each winery longer than you planned. If you rush and are very disciplined about leaving you can get in 5 and then end the day with one of the few wineries that have tasting rooms open late. Like Domain Chandon or Peju.
Couple of choices on the trail: Reguaci winery (also has the best olive oil in the world) and Silverado winery which has one of the best views in the valley and has great wine at affordable prices.
Important note: The cops are actively looking for DUI's in the valley. Have a designated driver or better yet, have everyone chip in and get a limo. TRUST me, it is a LOT cheaper than a DUI. I know

As far as the hotel goes I have dealt with many many of them and can't think of any to tell you to stay away from. Just look in the Napa section on MrWineInfo.com and choose one closest to where you want to be.