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The Walt Whitman Suite's covered terrace holds a hanging daybed, and the pastries arrive warm from Bouchon Bakery.

Hugh Johnson called the pyramid winery "the most remarkable wine cathedral in the modern world."
Chappellet Winery, founded in 1967 by Donn and Molly Chappellet, is renowned for its exceptional wines crafted from the unique terroir of Pritchard Hill. The winery, designed to blend with its stunning surroundings, has consistently set the standard for mountain-grown wines, achieving perfect 100-point ratings for its Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, the second generation of the Chappellet family continues to uphold their parents' vision, focusing on sustainable practices and the preservation of family ownership.
The Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon has earned perfect 100-point ratings, and the Signature Cabernet Retrospective tasting pours library vintages so guests can taste how the mountain terroir ages. Donn and Molly Chappellet planted these slopes in 1967, and their second-generation family still farms them.

The pyramid-shaped winery rises from Pritchard Hill, a structure Johnson praised as a cathedral and visitors tour during both the Pinnacle of Pritchard Hill and Pritchard Hill Estate tastings. Steep vineyard blocks climb the mountain above the building, visible from the terrace where tastings take place. The Pritchard Hill via 4x4 experience drives to remote sections of the property, reaching vineyard sites too far to walk.

The Pritchard Hill Estate Tasting ($200) includes barrel sampling in the pyramid winery, while the Signature Cabernet Retrospective ($175) pours older vintages over two hours. For those who want the full property, the Pritchard Hill via 4x4 ($250) tours vineyard blocks by vehicle, and the Pinnacle of Pritchard Hill ($125) walks through the cellar and surrounding vines. Hosts explain how elevation and slope affect ripening at each site.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Discover why famed wine writer Hugh Johnson called Chappellet, “the most remarkable wine cathedral in the modern world.” During this unforgettable behind-the-scenes tour and tasting, guests will experience the beauty of our vineyards and learn why Pritchard Hill has earned acclaim for producing some of the world’s greatest wines. Your 90-minute experience concludes with a private tasting in our beautiful winery, where you will savor an array of our current releases.
Indulge in a rare and exclusive opportunity to taste library vintages of our flagship wine, the Signature Cabernet Sauvignon. Throughout this 2-hour experience, you’ll learn about the history of this acclaimed wine and what makes mountain Cabernet Sauvignon so extraordinary and age-worthy. Your experience begins with a barrel tasting in Chappellet’s state-of-the-art Barrel Chai, followed by a seated library tasting paired with a selection of artisan cheeses inside our iconic pyramid winery.
We invite you to experience an exclusive Pritchard Hill Estate tasting at our family winery. You’ll enjoy a barrel wine tasting and an intimate tour through our iconic pyramid winery and surrounding vineyards. We’ll pour you our most coveted wines, thoughtfully paired with local California cheeses. You’ll also taste our acclaimed Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, renowned for its power and complexity. We would love to have you join us for a personalized, unforgettable experience where every sip tells the story of our commitment to crafting exceptional wines on Pritchard Hill.
Join us via 4×4 and explore the far reaches of our famed family-run estate with a 2-hour guided tour and tasting on Pritchard Hill. After your adventure experiencing the idyllic beauty of our vineyards and mountain home, you’ll enjoy an unforgettable outdoor wine tasting paired with artisan cheeses.
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 Cabernet Franc | Cabernet Franc | 2022 | $115 | |
2022 Hideaway Cabernet Sauvignon Join the Pritchard Hill Estate Allocation to acquire. | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | ||
2022 Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Join the Pritchard Hill Estate Allocation to acquire. | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | ||
2022 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $95 | |
2022 Malbec | Malbec | 2022 | $75 | |
2022 Merlot | Merlot | 2022 | $70 | |
2021 Grower Collection Pinot Noir, Fedrick Ranch Vineyard | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $70 | |
2022 Grower Collection Pinot Noir, Dutton Ranch | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $70 | |
2022 Cultivation | Red Blend | 2022 | $65 | |
2022 Las Piedras Red Wine | Red Blend | 2022 | $95 | |
2022 Zinfandel | Zinfandel | 2022 | $70 |
2022 Cabernet Franc
2022 Hideaway Cabernet Sauvignon
Join the Pritchard Hill Estate Allocation to acquire.
2022 Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon
Join the Pritchard Hill Estate Allocation to acquire.
2022 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 Malbec
2022 Merlot
2021 Grower Collection Pinot Noir, Fedrick Ranch Vineyard
2022 Grower Collection Pinot Noir, Dutton Ranch
2022 Cultivation
2022 Las Piedras Red Wine
2022 Zinfandel
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Estimated drive time from each hotel to Chappellet Winery, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| The Westin Verasa Napa | ~24 min | Book |
| Archer Hotel Napa | ~24 min | Book |
| Andaz Napa, by Hyatt | ~24 min | Book |
| Silverado Resort | ~26 min | Book |
| Carneros Resort and Spa | ~29 min | Book |
| The Meritage Resort and Spa | ~31 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.

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