{"id":1937,"date":"2025-06-18T01:00:15","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T08:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/?p=1937"},"modified":"2026-01-22T09:32:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T17:32:16","slug":"best-wineries-in-yountville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/blog\/best-wineries-in-yountville\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Wineries to Visit in Yountville"},"content":{"rendered":"
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Best known for its Michelin Star power in iconic establishments like The French Laundry and delectable bakeries like Bouchon Bakery, the tiny town of Yountville<\/a> has also developed into a mecca for top-notch boutique wineries, many of which are within walking distance from the town\u2019s best restaurants<\/a> and hotels<\/a>. Pairing wine with everything from art to bacon, these are the top wineries to visit in Yountville on your next Napa Valley trip.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

One of a Kind<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”image-gallery”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68444″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/priestranchwines.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68445″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/priestranchwines.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68446″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/priestranchwines.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68443″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/priestranchwines.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\r\n

Priest Ranch<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]They had us at bacon tasting. Yes, you read that right, Priest Ranch<\/a>\u2019s bacon and wine experience<\/a> pairs four wines with four types of bacon. They also pour their unique varietals<\/a>, like a Grenache Blanc and sparkling ros\u00e9 of Syrah (you won\u2019t find these at many other tasting rooms in Napa Valley), with a chocolate or cheese pairing.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/strong>You\u2019ll find more than your typical tasting room at Priest Ranch. Cozy up in their homey seating area, see their wine vault that holds up to 1,100 bottles, or, if your stomach\u2019s grumbling, head to The Kitchen<\/a>, an on-site restaurant that serves up seasonally-inspired American food with wine pairings.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/strong> 6490 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact:<\/strong> (707) 944-8200[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Haute Couture<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”57261″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/jcbcollection.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

JCB Tasting Salon<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]There\u2019s no place in Napa Valley quite like the JCB Tasting Salon<\/a>. The brainchild of wine fashionista Jean Charles Boisset (proprietor of other wineries like Raymond Vineyards and Buena Vista Winery), this little slice of luxury is dripping in gold, leopard print, and crystal. Taste a wide selection of fine wines, from Champagne to Cabernet Sauvignon, while you browse luxury jewelry, perfumes, and a massive Baccarat crystal collection. It\u2019s all for sale, if you feel like splurging.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/b>Enhance your wine tasting (did we mention it\u2019s served in JCB\u2019s very own Baccarat crystal stemware?) with JCB\u2019s very own brand of caviar. Talk about pure indulgence!\r\n\r\nVisit<\/b>: 6505 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact<\/b>: (707) 934-8237[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

A Stags Leap Legend<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”image-gallery”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68452″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.silveradovineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68453″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.silveradovineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68454″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.silveradovineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68450″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.silveradovineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\r\n

Silverado Vineyards<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Situated on a hill overlooking the Stags Leap District, Silverado Vineyards<\/a> is dedicated to producing small-production, 100% estate-grown wines. The star of the show? Cabernet Sauvignon. As one of the first wineries to plant Cabernet grapes in Stags Leap, Silverado Vineyards stays true to its roots by producing luxurious Cabernet Sauvignons. Dive into these bold reds during the Legacy Cabernet Experience, where you\u2019ll have the chance to sample library Cabs, as well.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip:<\/strong> When the weather is warm and sunny (which it is much of the year), don\u2019t miss sampling wines from Silverado’s outdoor stone terrace, where you\u2019ll enjoy staggering views over the Valley. When cooler temps roll in, sit beside the warm hearth of Silverado\u2019s tasting room. Either way, you\u2019ll want to add a cheese and charcuterie board, complete with local, artisanal products, to complement your tasting.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/strong> 6121 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558\r\nContact:<\/strong> (707) 257-1770[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Single Clone Exploration<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”58476″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/www.bellwine.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Bell Wine Cellars<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Bell Wine Cellars<\/a> stands as a testament to the artistry of winemaking. Here, the focus is on small lots of single clone wines, each drawing upon the unique nuances of Napa Valley\u2019s growing regions\u2014from the valley floor to its hillside vineyards. The tasting room, a cozy haven nestled among rows of vines, offers more than just a wine tasting\u2014it’s an invitation to experience the soul of the winery. Engage in a journey of discovery with vineyard and winery tours, or deepen your understanding of wine with sensory tasting lessons led by a knowledgeable team of sommeliers, vintners, and wine experts.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip<\/b>: Interested in the inner workings of a Napa winery? Book the Grape to Glass Tour & Tasting, where you\u2019ll stroll through the vineyards with an expert, take part in a tank and barrel discussion, and finish it all by tasting five seasonal wines.\r\n\r\nVisit<\/b>: 6200 Washington Street, Napa, CA 94558\r\nContact<\/b>: (707) 944-1673[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Mad Scientist<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”image-gallery”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68984″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.paraduxx.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68982″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.paraduxx.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68983″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.paraduxx.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”68985″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https:\/\/www.paraduxx.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\r\n

Paraduxx<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re a fan of Duckhorn wine (and who isn\u2019t), you\u2019ll love Paraduxx<\/a>, created by the Duckhorn family as a creative outlet for their winemakers to craft innovative Napa Valley blends. While not technically in Yountville proper, the tasting room is only three miles away, where you\u2019ll find a contemporary building and courtyard looking out at their estate vineyards. Though there are a variety of tasting options on offer, The Art of the Blend<\/a> is one of the more educational seated tastings. You’ll get the chance to learn first-hand what goes into making the Paraduxx blends by crafting your own.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/b>Most of their wines can only be purchased through the winery, so come prepared to bring a few bottles home with you.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/b> 7257 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558\r\nContact: <\/b>(707) 945-0890[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Rock n’ Wine<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”57180″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/cliffledevineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Cliff Lede Vineyards<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Rock n’ Roll fans can’t skip Cliff Lede Vineyards<\/a>, where even the vineyard blocks have music-themed names like Abbey Road and Dark Side of the Moon. The winery has a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to taste, but the best spot is in the Backstage Tasting Lounge, which doubles as a rock art exhibit<\/a>. Tastings here give you access to some of Cliff Lede’s most limited-production wines, which you can sip while admiring portraits of some of classic rock’s most iconic artists.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/b>You can actually live like a rockstar via a stay at Cliff Lede\u2019s luxury hilltop hotel, Poetry Inn<\/a>\u2014but it\u2019ll cost you a pretty penny.\r\n\r\nVisit<\/b>: 1473 Yountville Cross Road, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact<\/b>: (707) 944-8642[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Vino & Friendly Vibes<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”57176″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/goosecross.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Goosecross Cellars<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Goosecross<\/a> is owned by Christi Coors Ficeli (of the famed Coors family), but don’t be fooled; the quality of their wine is primo compared to the beer you drank in college. Small but mighty, Goosecross offers a diverse portfolio of wines and truly excels at crafting perfectly-balanced reds worthy of a celebratory dinner. Soak in stunning views of Goosecross’ estate vineyards and the Mayacamas Mountains from their secluded, never overcrowded tasting room or outdoor terrace.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/strong>The friendly staff is usually more than happy to give you a peek inside the tiny cellar, where there’s a good chance you’ll bump into the winemaker, Bill Nancarrow.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/strong> 1119 State Lane, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact:<\/strong> (707) 944-1986[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Cave Tastings<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”68449″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/www.pineridgevineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Pine Ridge Vineyards<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If there were an award for most dramatic scenery in Yountville, Pine Ridge Vineyards<\/a> would take the cake. One look at this winery\u2019s terraced vines, ridgelines, evergreens, and rolling mountains, and you\u2019ll never want to leave. Even more enticing are their unique varietals like the Chenin Blanc + Viognier, which offers notes of orange blossom and honeysuckle. Head inside the European-inspired wine caves, nestled 130 feet underground, to take part in the semi-private Cabernet Cave Tasting, or keep things casual with an Estate Tasting above ground.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip<\/b>: If you want the full experience, opt for the Explorer\u2019s Tour & Tasting, where you\u2019ll get the chance to walk through the vineyards, learn more about the Stag\u2019s Leap District, and get a look at their winemaking process in the caves.\r\n\r\nVisit<\/b>: 5901 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558\r\nContact<\/b>: (800) 575-9777[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Tasteful Luxury<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”57179″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/www.stewartcellars.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Stewart Cellars<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Stewart Cellars<\/a> combines a fusion of the best Napa and Sonoma grapes to create their classic varieties that include their famed NOMAD Cabernet Sauvignon from the Heritage Vineyards of Andy Beckstoffer. Their cozy tasting room in the heart of Yountville features an intimate U-shaped bar with a wine educator ready to pour you the goods. Guests can choose from experiences like the Portfolio Tasting, which features current-release wines, or the NOMAD Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting, taking place in their beautiful Heritage Library with a cheese plate to boot.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/strong>Browse Stewart Cellars\u2019 events to see if a Happy Hour is coming up on the calendar. These often feature tastes of their new-release wines.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/strong> 6752 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact:<\/strong> (707) 963-9160[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Feels Like Home<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”35463″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” el_class=”mid-width” link=”https:\/\/www.silvertridentwinery.com\/?utm_source=wcm&utm_medium=napavalley.com&utm_campaign=content”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Silver Trident Winery<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Silver Trident<\/a> is one part wine tasting room, one part Ralph Lauren Home showroom. This means that everything from the couch you sit on to the candles at your table are for sale. Designed like the quaintest of Wine Country homes, with cozy spaces in which to sip, including a living room, dining room, and library, Silver Trident\u2019s food and wine pairing features delightful canap\u00e9s, like gourmet potato chips and pizza.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip: <\/b>Apollo\u2019s Folly, Silver Trident\u2019s Ros\u00e9 of Pinot Noir is so good, you\u2019ll want to sip it year-round. It also sells like hot cakes, so if they have it, grab it.\r\n\r\nVisit<\/b>: 6484 Washington Street, Suite G, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact<\/b>: (707) 945-0311[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=”2″ el_class=”text-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n

Culture Trip<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”35464″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” el_class=”mid-width” link=”\/businesses\/6894\/jessup-cellars”][vc_column_text]\r\n

Jessup Cellars<\/h3>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Sip wine inside an actual art gallery at Jessup Cellars<\/a>, curated with rotating exhibits from local and nationwide artists. Choose between a three-wine tasting flight or their wine and cheese pairing, featuring an artisan cheese plate. If you\u2019re just popping in, you can also opt for their free tasting option (a rarity in Napa!), which includes a complimentary splash of wine and a stroll through the gallery.\r\n\r\nInsider Tip:<\/strong> Check the winery event calendar before you go. You may be able to catch live music in the summer, or a short film with wine pairings in the spring.\r\n\r\nVisit:<\/strong> 6740 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599\r\nContact:<\/strong> (707) 944-5620[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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