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Free Wine Tastings in Napa Valley

Free wine tastings are a rare find in Napa Valley, but they do exist. Whether it's a complimentary tasting for members, a promotional event, or a winery that simply believes great wine should be accessible, these spots let you explore wine country without breaking the bank.

Note that free tasting availability may change — always confirm with the winery before visiting.

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Oakville Grocery & Wine

Oakville · Napa4.6 · 1,691

Oakville Grocery & Wine

A century-old grocery turned wine shop where Winemaker Wednesday brings local producers pour-side from 4–6 pm.

ReservationPicnic

$ComplimentaryPreview

Raymond Vineyards

St. Helena · Napa4.6 · 333

Raymond Vineyards

Jean-Charles Boisset transformed this 1971 property into a whimsical St. Helena destination.

Dog OKKid Friendly

$ComplimentaryPreview

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Auberge du Soleil

Hotel

Rutherford · Napa4.7 · 1,755

Auberge du Soleil

Auberge du Soleil terraces down a Rutherford hillside planted with heritage olive and oak trees.

Adults OnlyWine LoversRomantic Getaways

★★★★★

Solage, Auberge Collection

Hotel

Calistoga · Napa4.7 · 1,151

Solage, Auberge Collection

The 20,000-square-foot spa runs on Calistoga's geothermal water and books out weeks ahead.

Dog OK*Wine LoversLuxury Retreat

★★★★★

Meadowood Napa Valley

Hotel

St. Helena · Napa4.7 · 504

Meadowood Napa Valley

A 250-acre estate on land first settled in 1961, with wood-lined cottages scattered across oak groves.

Kid FriendlyWine LoversLuxury Retreat

★★★★★

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