{"id":19612,"date":"2016-07-18T01:00:29","date_gmt":"2016-07-18T08:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/?p=19612"},"modified":"2024-11-13T11:51:20","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T19:51:20","slug":"winery-tours-st-helena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/blog\/winery-tours-st-helena\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Sip, Swirl, and Savor in St. Helena"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYou can learn a lot about St. Helena\u2019s wineries in the town\u2019s numerous drop-in tasting rooms, but many also offer tours or fun and educational experiences that will deepen your appreciation of their wines\u2014and of wine in general. Here is our list of the best winery experiences in St. Helena (be sure to call ahead\u2014reservations may be required). \r\n
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\r\n Get Exclusive \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"andersons-conn-valley-680\"\r\n

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\r\nAnderson\u2019s Conn Valley Vineyards<\/a> \r\n
\r\n680 Rossi Rd \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 963-8600 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 5 stars, 15 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nA 10-minute, scenic drive from downtown St. Helena will take you to Anderson\u2019s Conn Valley Vineyards, known for their Estate Cabernet, and a private, very exclusive experience. Upon arrival at the tasting room, you\u2019ll be whisked through the vineyards to their barrel caves, where current releases, library wines, and barrel tastings surround as you slip into the comfortable seating. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Anderson\u2019s Conn Valley Vineyards\u2019 annual Spring Fling party (open to the public) features live music, appetizers, and new releases to taste. \r\n
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\r\n Taste the Old and New Napa Valley \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"charles-krug-winery\"\r\n

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\r\nCharles Krug<\/a> \r\n
\r\n2800 Main St \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 967-2200 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 4.5 stars, 77 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nCharles Krug winery may be the oldest in Napa Valley, but their 90-minute tour and tasting experience will transport you to the present. After being welcomed at the newly transformed hospitality center\u2014a contemporary rendition of the Redwood Cellar\u2019s rich history\u2014you\u2019ll tour the estate, from the farm-to-table garden maintained by the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, to the barrel room where samples of their Bordeaux-style wines await. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Enjoy wood-fired pizza and a glass of wine on the Charles Krug lawn (seasonally). \r\n
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\r\n A Passion for Wine and Art \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"hall-st-helena\"\r\n

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\r\nHALL St. Helena<\/a> \r\n
\r\n401 St. Helena Hwy South \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 967-2626 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 4.5 stars, 210 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nVisible from Highway 29, \u201cBunny Foo Foo\u201d is a 35-foot-tall, leaping steel rabbit that clearly signals the eclectic winery experience ahead. Take HALL St. Helena\u2019s Wine and Art Exploration tour on Sundays and you\u2019ll be inspired not only by their classic Bordeaux varieties, but also by the myriad statues and displays that reflect the owners\u2019 passion for art\u2014a tour that will engage all five senses. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Dogs are welcome in the picnic area or patio (but not on tours) at HALL St. Helena. \r\n
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\r\n Gallery Gazing at Markham Vineyards \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"Markham-Vineyards\"\r\n

\r\n Image Source: Markham Vineyards, TripAdvisor \r\n<\/h6>\r\n
\r\nMarkham Vineyards<\/a> \r\n
\r\n2812 St. Helena Hwy North \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 963-5292 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 4.5 stars, 46 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required for tours or groups of 6 or more \r\n
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\r\nCome for the wine, stay for the art. Markham Vineyards, which specializes in Merlot, adds another dimension to the tasting experience with an onsite art gallery. The gallery has its own theme\u2014contemporary art\u2014with exhibits such as Baron Wolman\u2019s cover shots for Rolling Stone magazine, iPhone photos, or tributes to psychedelic art. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Before you go, download Markham Vineyards\u2019 2-for-1 tasting coupon from their website and present your mobile device to a staff member. \r\n
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\r\n Take a Walk Around the World \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"Newton-Vineyard-680x400\"\r\n

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\r\nNewton Vineyard <\/a> \r\n
\r\n2555 Madrona Ave \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 963-9000 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 4.5 stars, 55 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nA few intriguing landmarks on the secluded grounds of Newton Vineyard are clues to the founders\u2019 heritage: a Chinese pagoda and red gate, a London telephone booth, and manicured English gardens are just a few touches that add to the environment\u2014all blending harmoniously for the small, unhurried group tours of the gardens, caves, and winery. Newton\u2019s unfiltered Chardonnay is especially good. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> At Newton Vineyard, the seated tasting is set up with four glasses so that you can taste the wines side by side, rather than serially. \r\n
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\r\n True Luxury \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"sinegal-estate-680\"\r\n

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\r\nSinegal Estate Winery<\/a> \r\n
\r\n2125 Inglewood Ave \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 244-1187 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor: No ratings or reviews as yet \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nBrand new to the scene, Sinegal Estate Winery was founded by David Sinegal, son of a Costco co-founder. This extensively renovated, 30-acre estate is lavish (winery, vineyards, lake, olive orchard, gardens, and a Victorian homestead round out the scene) but the well-regarded Cabernets haven\u2019t yet reached the Napa Valley price stratosphere. Tours are limited to 21 visitors daily, so sign up early for a tour and tasting. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> After a tour of Sinegal Estate Winery, relax lakeside on a bench or under the gazebo. \r\n
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\r\n Taste the Terroir \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"Corison-Winery\"\r\n

\r\n Image Source: Corison Winery, Yelp \r\n<\/h6>\r\n
\r\nCorison Winery<\/a> \r\n
\r\n987 St. Helena Hwy \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 963-0826 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 4.5 stars, 34 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nSurrounded by gnarly, old Cabernet vines, Corison Winery offers the Corison Library Experience: a Kronos Vineyard tour & library Cabernet tasting. Crafted by winegrower Cathy Corison, the artisanal Cabernets you sample, in a formal setting, will give a taste of this renowned terroir, from vineyard to bottle. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Corison Winery guests can book a room at the Harvest Inn by Charlie Palmer, or at Southbridge, at a discounted rate (see Corison Winery\u2019s website for details). \r\n
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\r\n Reach the Summit \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"Pride-Mountain-Vineyards-680x400\"\r\n

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\r\nPride Mountain Vineyards<\/a> \r\n
\r\n4026 Spring Mountain Rd \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 963-4949 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 5 stars, 367 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nKnown for their big, bold reds, Pride Mountain Vineyards\u2019 new tour gives visitors a sense of place: the Summit Experience, named for their idyllic location on the top of Spring Mountain. This exclusive, personal tour is limited to six guests and takes you through the winery production area and barrel caves to a private, elegant salon for a formal tasting that includes current and limited release varieties. \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> Ignore your GPS and follow the directions on Pride Mountain Vineyards\u2019 website. \r\n
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\r\n Keeping Things Authentic \r\n<\/h1>\r\n\"Tres-Sabores-Winery\"\r\n

\r\n Image Source: Tres Sabores Winery, TripAdvisor \r\n<\/h6>\r\n
\r\nTres Sabores<\/a> \r\n
\r\n1620 S. Whitehall Ln \r\n
\r\nSt. Helena, CA 94574 \r\n
\r\n(707) 967-8027 \r\n
\r\nTripAdvisor:<\/a> 5 stars, 39 reviews \r\n
\r\nReservations: Required \r\n
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\r\nTres Sabores is a small, family-owned ranch that is certified organic and dry-farmed. The setting is authentic, as are the tours, which feature guided walks through the cave, the vineyards, and the gardens, tasting as you go, plus a final tasting at a private table (the Por Que No? blend is a favorite). \r\n
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\r\nInsider tip:<\/strong> If you visit Tres Sabores during the fall harvest, you might get the chance to crush a few grapes in the bins with your hands. \r\n
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\r\nMake a reservation for one of the above educational experiences, and you\u2019ll never want to belly-up-to-the-bar for a standard menu tasting again. Whether your palate aligns more toward sweet whites, or hearty, robust reds, you\u2019ll return home with newfound winemaking knowledge, backed up by a bottle (or case) or two of drinkable keepsakes. \r\n
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