HNV Resource Guide
Antica Napa Valley
3700 Soda Canyon Road
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.257.8700
www.anticanapavalley.com
Antica's spectacular property is located high atop a plain in the eastern mountains of the Napa Valley, chosen by the Antinori Family not only for its breathtaking landscape, but also for the rocky soils and high elevation that makes the area ideal for winegrowing. Produced exclusively from dedicated vineyard blocks chosen by the Antinori family wine growing team, the winery specializes in limited production Cabernet Sauvignons and Chardonnays.
Artesa Vineyards & Winery
1345 Henry Road
Napa, CA 94559
ph: 707.224.1668
www.artesawinery.com
Opened in 1991 as Codorniu Napa and dedicated to methode champenoise sparkling wine production, it wasn't until 1997 that Artesa converted to the production of ultra-premium still wines, releasing their first vintages in 1999 under the Artesa Winery label. They now focus on four major varietals - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bardessono
6526 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
ph: 707.204.6000
www.bardessono.com
One of the newest getaways in Napa Valley, Bardessono is a 62 room hotel, spa, and restaurant. It is also one of the greenest luxury resorts in America, featuring 100,000 square feet of reclaimed wood, and 72 geothermal fields for heating and cooling.
Beaulieu Vineyard
1960 St. Helena Highway
Rutherford, CA 94573
ph: 707.967.5233
www.bvwines.com
One of the oldest wineries in the Napa Valley, Beaulieu was founded by Georges da Latour in 1900, and was one of the few to continue operating during Prohibition - by producing sacramental wine for the Catholic Church. 2008 saw the completion of a state-of-the-art winery dedicated to the production of the flagship Georges da Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
Beringer Vineyards
2000 Main Street
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.967.4412
www.beringer.com
The Beringer Winery was founded in 1876 by Jacob and Frederick Beringer, German immigrants who sought out rocky, well drained soils comparable to those in their native Rhine Valley. The estate features elaborate gardens and stately 19th century architecture, offering a glimpse into one of Napa's earliest wineries. In 2001, the estate was named a Historic District on the National Register for Historic Places.
Bistro Don Giovanni
4110 Howard Lane
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.224.3300
www.bistrodongiovanni.com
Bistro Don Giovanni offers a warm Tuscan ambience in the heart of Napa Valley. This much-loved Italian restaurant has outdoor terraces for al fresco dining, providing spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and gardens. Guests can even take away bottles of home cured, pressed olives that come from the surrounding trees.
Bouchon Bakery
6528 Washington Street
Yountville, California 94599
ph: 707.944.2253
www.bouchonbakery.com
Bouchon Bakery was originally created by chef Thomas Keller to provide bread for his nearby restaurants, The French Laundry and Bouchon, before opening up to the entire community in 2003. All recipes are based on traditional French baking techniques.
Bottega
6525 Washington Street
Younville, CA 94599
ph: 707.945.1050
www.botteganapavalley.com
The restaurant of acclaimed chef and longtime Napa Valley resident Michael Chiarello, Bottega blends California style with regional Italian cuisine. The atmosphere matches the menu in reflecting both the rustic and refined - two indoor dining rooms feature large timber tables as well as Murano glass chandeliers, and two inviting fireplaces mark an impressive outdoor Terrazo.
Brandlin Vineyard (See Cuvaison)
4550 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 800.253.9463
www.brandlinvineyard.com
Named after the family that settled it in the 1870s, the historic Brandlin ranch is a beautiful and rugged170-acre plot on Mount Veeder, overlooking the Napa Valley. Purchased by Cuvaison Estate Wines in 1998, Brandlin produces an elegant Cabernet Sauvignon using traditional winemaking methods including cold soaking and nearly two years of aging in French Oak barrels.
Brix Restaurant and Gardens
7377 St. Helena Highway
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.944.2749
www.brix.com
A new incarnation of the wine country classic, Brix opened in 2008 with a focus on farm-to-table dining. More than two acres of gardens and orchards provide ingredients for a menu inspired by the culinary traditions of the winegrowing regions in Southern France and Northern Italy.
Cakebread Cellars
8300 St.Helena Hwy
Rutherford, CA 94573
ph: 800.588.0298
www.cakebread.com
Cakebread Cellars has vineyard properties located throughout Napa Valley and recently added a location in the Anderson Valley, but the winery ranches surrounding the production facility in Rutherford are where it all began. The first 22 acre parcel was purchased in 1972.
Castello di Amorosa
4045 North Saint Helena Highway
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 707.967.6272
www.castellodiamorosa.com
The Castello di Amorosa is a 121,000 square foot winery, built in the style of an authentic 12th century Tuscan castle. Built by Dario Sattui in 1994, the castle sits nestled in 171 acres of high elevation vineyards in the heart of Napa Valley's Diamond Mountain District, a grape growing region known for its rich, powerful red wine.
Chateau Montelena Winery
1429 Tubbs Lane
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 707-942-5105
www.montelena.com
Located at the base of Mount Saint Helena (the Chateau's name is a contracted form of the mountain's), the winery was founded in 1882, and produced a stunning 50,000 cases in 1886. Chateau Montelena established California as a world-class wine maker when it's Chardonnay won a 1976 tasting competition in Paris, beating out four white Burgundies and five other California Chardonnays.
Culinary Institute of America at Greystone
2555 Main Street
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.967.1100 / 707.967.1010 (restaurant)
www.ciachef.edu/california
Situated like a castle on the picturesque western hills of the Napa Valley, the CIA at Greystone offers programs and classes for culinary professionals, wine professionals, and food enthusiasts. The Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant features local, seasonal ingredients, and boasts an exclusive sparkling wine, the Querenica Brut Rose.
Cuvaison Estate Wines
4550 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 707.942.6266
www.cuvaison.com
Founded in 1969, Cuvaison focuses on controlling all aspects of vineyard farming in order to produce the best possible fruit and avoid over manipulation at the winery. Their efforts have led them to develop a number of sustainable farming practices, resulting in certifications from Bay Area Green Business and Napa Green Certified Land and Winery.
Darioush Winery
4240 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.257.2345
www.darioush.com
Darioush is noted for its Bordeaux style estate wines, and combines old world labor-intensive, micro-vineyard management and new world state of the art technology to craft fine wines from its estates in the Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder and Oak Knoll.
Dean & Deluca
607 South St. Helena Highway
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.967.9880
www.deananddeluca.com
Dean & Deluca is a retailer of gourmet and specialty foods, premium wines, and high-end kitchenware. The St. Helena location features local produce, cheese from local artisans, and 1400 Californian wines.
Demptos Cooperage Napa
1050 Soscol Ferry Rd
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.257.2628
www.demptosusa.com
The Napa Valley branch of the renowned Bordeaux barrel makers, who founded the original French cooperage in 1825. In 1982, the Napa branch was opened to manufacture and sell barrels in the US, Canada, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand.
Dolce Winery
1350 Acacia Dr
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.944.8868
www.dolcewine.com
Located within the caves of its sister winery, Far Niente, Dolce is the only winery in North America that is solely devoted to producing a single, late harvest wine.
Domaine Chandon
1 California Drive
Yountville, CA 94599
ph: 707.944.2280
www.chandon.com
Founded in 1973 by Moet-Hennessy, Domaine Chandon is the first California sparkling wine producer to be established by a French house and use only the traditional methods of production. Exhibits by exceptional local artists are featured all over the expansive property, including in the acclaimed restaurant, etoile.
Duckhorn Vineyards
1000 Lodi Lane
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 866.367.9945
www.duckhorn.com
Made up of seven estate vineyards totaling 175 acres of planted vines, the winery was founded in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn. It has established itself as one of North America's premier producers of Bordeaux varietals, with a particular focus on the production of Merlot.
Far Niente Winery
1350 Acacia Drive
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.944.2861
www.farniente.com
Far Niente was established in 1885, and since the winery's restoration by Gil Nickel in 1979 it has focused on producing two high quality varietals, a Chardonnay and a Cabernet Sauvignon. The 13-acre property surrounding the winery is known for its gardens, which feature 8,000 southern azaleas - the largest single planting of that type in California - a beautiful sight when they bloom in spring.
Frog's Leap Winery
8815 Conn Creek Road
Rutherford, CA 94573
ph: 800.959.4704
www.frogsleap.com
Frog's Leap uses organic grapes and dry-farming techniques to produce wines that deeply reflect the soil and climate from which they originate. One of the first Napa wineries to use solar power to run their operation, their commitment to sustainable, green business practices is also evident in the use of geothermal energy for heating and cooling.
HALL Winery
401 St. Helena Highway South
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707-967-2626
www.hallwines.com
A historic Napa Valley winery founded in 1885, Craig and Kathryn Hall acquired their St. Helena property in 2003, and completed construction of the first winery in California to be Gold LEED certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. As part of the redesign, HALL St. Helena will feature an extraordinary visitor's center by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry.
Harms Vineyards and Lavender Fields
3185 Dry Creek Road
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.257.2602
The philosophy at Harms Vineyards is one of partnership with the land. Their chardonnay and sangiovese grapes are grown using Biodynamic (R) practices, and the lavender - from which they make a number of products including various arrangements of loose and bulk flowers, estate distilled oils, and hydrosols - is farmed both Biodynamically and organically.
Hess Collection
4411 Redwood Road
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.255.1144
www.hesscollection.com
Housed in a stone building originally constructed in 1903, the Hess Collection has earned international recognition for its wine, culinary, and visitor programs. Opened to the public in 1989, the winery is most famous for an extensive contemporary art museum, part of the private collection of founder Donald Hess. It's fine wines are made from the hillside vineyards that surround the winery.
Joseph Phelps Vineyards
200 Taplin Road
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.2745
www.jpvwines.com
Perched atop a hill in idyllic Spring Valley, Joseph Phelps Vineyards offers fantastic views of vineyard-studded hills, St. Helena, and the Mayacamas Mountains. The more than 360 acres of vines allows for the production of almost 55,000 cases annually, including Joseph Phelps Insignia, one of California's most successful luxury blends.
Kuleto Estate Winery
2470 Sage Canyon Road
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.302.2200
www.kuletoestate.com
Situated on a hillside high up on the eastern edge of the Napa Valley, Kuleto Estate offers staggering views, from Lake Hennessey and the towns of Rutherford and St. Helena, to the winery's 761 acres of vineyards that sprawl across the mountainous terrain.
Long Vineyards
1539 Sage Canyon Road
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.2496
www.longvineyards.com
Long Vineyards is located on Pritchard Hill, on the eastern hills of the Napa Valley between Stags' Leap and Howell Mountain. The winemakers here are committed to consistency and continuity, reflected in their signature Chardonnay, which is a product of grapes taken from the same vines that were planted 35 years ago, and aged in barrels from the same Burgundian barrel makers.
Mayacamas Vineyards
1155 Lokoya Road
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.224.4030
www.mayacamas.com
Located in the Mayacamas Mountains that divide the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, this winery is perched atop a dormant volcano on Mt. Veeder, and was originally built in 1889. Although the winery's primary output is premium Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, small quantities of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Merlot are also produced.
Mumm Napa
8445 Silverado Trail
Rutherford, CA 94573
ph: 707.967.7700
www.mummnapa.com
One of the top producers of sparkling wine in California, Mumm Napa adheres to the method traditionnelle in their winemaking process. A popular destination for wine country visitors, the winery features a fine art photography gallery showcasing local and international photographers throughout the year.
Mustards Grill
7399 St. Helena Highway
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.944.2424
www.mustardsgrill.com
Named after the wild mustard flowers that bloom every spring in the vineyards, Mustards Grill is a renowned culinary experience in Napa Valley. The restaurant is presided over by award-winning chef Cindy Pawlcyn, who was at the forefront of the farm-to-table revolution when she opened this wine country roadhouse in 1983.
Napa County Iris Gardens
9087 Steele Canyon Rd
Napa, CA 94558-9634
ph: 707.255.7880
www.napairis.com
Located east of Napa near the end of Lake Berryessa, John and Lesley Painter's Iris Garden is one of Napa Valley's treasures and a delight for the senses. This commercial garden specializes in tall bearded irises, though visitors will be rewarded for spending time going through the extensive catalog of iris varieties (more than 400) when the flowers bloom in spring.
Napa River Inn
500 Main Street
Napa CA 94559
ph: 877.251.8500
www.napariverinn.com
Located on the riverfront in downtown Napa, this remarkable boutique hotel is housed within the historic Napa Mill, an area landmark established in 1884. At one point, the mill's warehouse stored fertilizers, feed, supplies, and wines for local vineyards. Now it provides visitors the backdrop to a scenic stay in the heart of the Napa Valley.
Napa Valley Vintners
899 Adams Street, #H
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.3388
www.napavintners.com
Founded in 1944, the Napa Valley Vintners is a regional trade group with an active membership of more than 350 wineries, representing a tradition of dedicated vintners and grape growers who have worked and cared for this premier winegrowing region since the early 1800s.
Nickel & Nickel Winery
8164 St. Helena Highway
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.967.9600
www.nickelandnickel.com
Nickel & Nickel was established in 1997 by the partners of Far Niente for the express purpose of producing 100% varietal, single-vineyard wines. Their desire to emphasize each vineyard's distinct personality has resulted in a collection of wines that is a virtual map of some of the most coveted plots of land in the Napa Valley.
Opus One Winery
7900 St. Helena Highway
Oakville, CA 94562
www.opusonewinery.com
Founded in 1978 as a joint venture between Robert Mondavi and Baron Phillipe de Rothschild, this remarkable winery seemingly rises out of the earth and is an architectural fusion of New and Old World elements. Reflective of the partnership between the founders and the design of the building, the winery produces a proprietary, ultra-premium Bordeaux-style blend.
Oxbow Public Market
644 First Street
Napa, CA 94559
ph: 707.226.6529
www.oxbowpublicmarket.com
The Oxbow Public Market provides a home for local merchants who offer a wide range of artisanal food products, ranging from fresh seafood, cheeses, meats, hearth breads, and produce, to coffee, tea, ice cream and cupcakes. The market also houses full service casual restaurants, an oyster bar, wine bars, and specialty retail stores, as well as an outdoor deck for dining along the river.
Peju Province
8466 St. Helena Highway
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.963.3600
www.peju.com
Founded in 1982 by Anthony and Herta Peju, this family owned operation produces a number of award-winning wines, from Cabernets to Chardonnay, as well as their Provence, a proprietary blend of red and white varietals. The Peju Tower is one of the tallest and most unique buildings in the Napa Valley, standing 50 feet tall and resembling a French provincial tower. Its most stunning feature is a 10'x20' stained glass window crafted in 1906 and depicting the three Greek Graces in a garden.
Pride Mountain Vineyards
4026 Spring Mountain Road
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.4949
www.pridewines.com
A 235-acre estate tucked up in the Mayacamas Mountain Range, Pride Mountain Vineyards offers stunning views of Mount St. Helena and the northern Napa Valley. A remarkable cave system runs under the hillside behind the winery, providing 23,000 square feet of storage for barrel aging.
Quixote Winery
6126 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.944.2659
www.quixotewinery.com
Quixote is one of the most distinctive wineries in Napa Valley. Eccentric, whimsical and impressive, the building was designed by renowned Viennese artist and architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser, and is his only building in the United States. Trees and grass spring from the rooftops, next to golden minarets; found material and organic shapes cover the surfaces, and straight lines are nowhere to be found. The color and spirit of the place is reflected in the Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Syrah the winery devotes itself to.
Robert Mondavi Winery
7801 St. Helena Highway
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.226 1395
www.robertmondaviwinery.com
Founded in 1966, Robert Mondavi Winery has been instrumental in bringing worldwide recognition to Napa Valley wines. The winery set the standard for connecting culture and wine, with in-depth tours and tastings complemented by regularly changing art exhibits and outdoor concerts every summer since 1969.
Robert Sinskey Vineyards
6320 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 800.869.2030
www.robertsinskey.com
Robert Sinskey Vineyards is one of the largest and most progressive organic and biodynamic wine producers in the Napa Valley. Their commitment to sustainability extends to an onsite garden, the produce from which is used by the chefs for events at the vineyard.
Rubicon Estate Winery
1991 St. Helena Highway
Rutherford, CA 94573
ph: 800.782.4266
www.rubiconestate.com
Owned by Francis Ford Coppola, the winery used to be called Niebaum-Coppola Estate, combining the names of the present owner and original founder, Gustave Niebaum. In 1995 Coppola purchased the last remaining piece of the original estate, called Inglenook Chateau, and its surrounding vineyards. After reuniting and restoring the original Estate, the Niebaum-Coppola title was retired in favor of Rubicon Estate, named after the flagship wine.
Rudd Vineyards & Winery
500 Oakville Crossroad
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.944.8577
www.ruddwines.com
Located along the foothills of the Vaca Mountains, Rudd produces red wine varietals on its Oakville estate. The grapes are fermented and aged in 20,000 square feet of subterranean caves that stretch below the winery.
Schramsberg Vineyards
1400 Schramsberg Road
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: (800) 877-3623
www.schramsberg.com
Founded by Jacob Schram in 1862, Schramsberg was the first winery established on Napa Valley's mountainsides, producing European varietals. In 1965 the property, since abandoned, was purchased by Jack and Jamie Davies, who replanted the vineyards and began the process of producing high caliber sparkling wines according to the traditional methode champenoise.
Screaming Eagle Winery and Vineyards
7557 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.944.0749
www.screamingeagle.com
Consisting of a private home and winery, the Screaming Eagle property is one of the smallest in the Napa Valley. A select block of the 60-acre vineyard is dedicated to the production of an incredibly rare and sought after Cabernet Sauvignon, of which only 500 cases are sold annually.
Shafer Vineyards
6154 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.944.2877
www.shafervineyards.com
Located in the Stags Leap region of the Napa Valley, Shafer Vineyards was established in 1972. After replanting and terracing the existing hillside vineyards, the Shafer family began production in 1978. A noted producer of quality Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery's Hillside Select is credited as one of the best in the Napa Valley.
Silver Oak Cellars
915 Oakville Crossroad
Oakville, CA 94562
ph: 707.944.8808
www.silveroak.com
Silver Oak takes its name from its Napa Valley Estate, which is located between the Silverado Trail and the town of Oakville. The original winery was housed in a dairy barn, which burned down in 2006. The unfortunate incident allowed for the construction of an all new facility, complete with a new visitor center, tasting room, and history center. Silver Oak is renowned for their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
Solage Calistoga
755 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 866.942.7442
www.solagecalistoga.com
Located in the uppermost end of the Napa Valley, Solage Calistoga is an 89 room, cottage-style resort and spa. The hotel is one of the greenest in California, using renewable and reclaimed wood and materials, and utilizing geothermal springs beneath the property to heat the spa's treatment rooms and soaking pools.
Stags' Leap Winery
6150 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 800.640.5327
www.stagsleap.com
One of California's earliest wine estates, wine grapes have been grown at Stags' Leap since the 1880s. The winery's stone manor house has long been a popular destination, functioning as a prominent country resort in the mid twentieth century. Now it serves as the inspiration for the winery's wine club, The Manor House Porch Society.
Sterling Vineyards
1111 Dunaweal Lane
Calistoga, CA 94515
ph: 800.726.6136
www.sterlingvineyards.com
One of the landmark wineries of Napa Valley, Sterling Vineyards sits atop a 300-foot hill which guests access by a unique aerial tram ride, offering spectacular views of the surrounding vineyards. The visitors center offers a salon-style tasting environment, as well as a self-guided tour that provides an informative look at the winemaking process from platforms elevated above the operations.
Stony Hill Vineyard
3331 St. Helena Highway N
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.2636
www.stonyhillvineyard.com
Perched on the northeast slope of Spring Mountain in the Napa Valley, Stony Hill Vineyard was established in 1943 by Fred and Eleanor McCrea. One of the first new wineries to be founded in the valley following Prohibition, it remains a small, family-run business to this day. The winery now produces around 3400 cases a year from 40 acres of vines - the majority of the vineyard is devoted to Chardonnay, with White Riesling and Gewurtztraminer making up balance of the portfolio.
Truchard Vineyards
3234 Old Sonoma Road
Napa, CA 94559
ph: 707.253.7153
www.truchardvineyards.com
A small family winery in the beautiful carneros region of the Napa Valley, the estate is made up of more than 300 acres of hills and valleys, and with 10 different grape varietals, is one of the most diverse vineyards in California. Truchard's wines are handcrafted using traditional winemaking techniques, and reflect the high quality fruit of the estate.
V. Sattui Winery
1111 White Lane
St. Helena, CA 94574
ph: 707.963.7774
www.vsattui.com
Originally founded in 1885 in San Francisco by Vittorio Sattui, V. Sattui Winery was re-established in St. Helena in 1975 by his great-grandson Dario Sattui. Their award-winning wines are sold exclusively at the winery, which features a gourmet cheese shop and deli surrounded by two and a half acres of picnic grounds.
Walker Vineyard
Wes Walker began growing grapes in 1990, after purchasing 25 acres of land in west Napa. A retired Superior Court Judge for Napa County, Walker is also an acclaimed photographer, documenting the natural beauty of Napa Valley and beyond. Walker Vineyard produces premium Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for Silver Oak Cellars.
ZD Wines
8383 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
ph: 707.963.5188
www.zdwines.com
Founded in 1969, ZD Wines has enjoyed three generations of family-run winemaking. The initials stand for Zero Defects, a philosophy reflected in ZD Wines pursuit of quality and consistency, and in their commitment to organic farming practices. The result is world-class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.