Napa Wine Tasting 101

Most people who plan a trip to Napa usually pack it full of appointments which is not very relaxing.  It's best to schedule maybe one or two appointments for a wine tour and then just see what happens as your day progresses.  This way is much more relaxing. Here are some of my favorite pics for wine tasting:

Alpha Omega (best in class for service-they treat you like a super star):
They are a French vineyard.  They have a nice and smooth non-oaky Chardonnay, a very smooth Pinot Noir, and their 2005 Cabernet is to die for!

V Sattui is one of my standing favorites.  They have great BBQ outside on the weekends and an extensive deli where you can buy some food or wine and picnic.  They have amazing wine!  This weekend I went with a bottle of Chardonnay and a bottle of Pinot Noir Reserve (amazing!).  I wanted the 12 year old port but next time.... When you go, do the reserve tasting because it's in a small private room versus the chaos of the general tasting room and deli.

Castello di Amerosa is where we became wine club members.  It's a place you walk in to and fall in love with.  Their wine is amazing and the environment is so romantic!  They have wonderful Chardonnay, Cabernet, dessert wines, etc.  When you go here, you must do the tour!

After a day of wine tasting, you should grab a drink or a snack at Auberge du Soleil.  It has one of the most amazing views of the valley, perfect for sunset.  Make sure you get a seat on the deck outside.  They have wonderful cocktails and a great wine selection.  Emjoy!