Just returned from Napa — spent a week exploring new wineries (six boutique and three classic), dined in 10 new restaurants for the first time and stayed in four different hotels. My wife and six guests thoroughly enjoyed the adventure. My goal, of course, was to be able to provide my clients with current, up-to-date information on additional places to visit and enjoy.
Wineries We visited a winery in St. Helena (by appointment only), which is the second smallest wine making facility in the Valley. They make Cabernet and Zinfandel, both of which we later found on two different restaurant wine lists. Another winery we spent time at on Howell Mountain provided a jeep ride (with room for eight people) through their vineyards. This adventure was a first for all of us and their wine was excellent.
Dining Napa offers many dining options and we tried various different cuisines, from casual (BBQ) to fine dining (prix fixe dining where wine is paired with each course). Lunch and dinners were all excellent which proves there are many options for everyone’s palates to enjoy.
Hotels/B&Bs What can I say, there are so many choices. We stayed in a B&B that offered exceptional breakfasts and varied the menu each day. One morning, we ate homemade sausage wrapped in a homemade bun made from pancake mix. As a side dish, we enjoyed an excellent omelet. I also stayed in a hotel that had a large sports bar with a six lane bowling alley — so much fun!
Napa Valley offers many options, most of which are not known or available to the general public. Your preferences in wine, cuisine and accommodations are important to us, and we plan your itinerary with those in mind.
Leave a Reply