Oakville · Napa Valley · Oakville
Napa Cellars
A Napa Valley classic since 1976.
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Known forCabernetChardonnayPicnic AreaKid-FriendlyCasual & FunGeodesic Dome
About Napa Cellars
Napa Cellars has been crafting wines in Napa Valley since 1976, rooted in a rich heritage that honors the unique terroir of the region. The winery, located on the original five acres along historic Highway 29, features a distinctive geodesic dome tasting room and a commitment to producing wines that reflect the character of the land. With over 40 years of experience, Napa Cellars continues to create classic interpretations of Napa Valley wines, showcasing the diverse soils and climates that make this area exceptional.
Why Visit Napa Cellars
A visit to Napa Cellars is a chance to taste wines that are the embodiment of Napa Valley’s terroir, particularly their award-winning Cabernet and Chardonnay, which have been crafted over four decades. The moment the first sip touches your palate, the complexity of flavors unfolds, taking you on a journey through the very soils and winds that shaped them. It's an experience that will linger in your memory long after the last drop is gone.
- The winery has been crafting wines in Napa Valley since 1976, making it a historic destination for wine lovers.
- Signature wines include award-winning Cabernet, Chardonnay, and limited production varietals that capture the essence of Napa Valley.
- The unique geodesic dome tasting room provides a distinctive architectural experience, unlike any other winery in the region.
- Napa Cellars allows guests to bring their own food, encouraging a picnic-style experience that enhances the enjoyment of their wines.
- The picturesque outdoor picnic grounds include games like cornhole, making it a fun spot for families and groups to unwind.
The Setting
Distinctively marked by a striking geodesic dome, Napa Cellars stands out on the historic Highway 29, a true icon of the Napa Valley landscape. The grounds are beautifully landscaped, with tree-lined pathways that lead to inviting picnic spots where visitors can unwind amidst the vines. This setting is not just picturesque; it feels like a welcoming embrace, inviting guests to linger and soak up the charm of the valley.
The Tasting Experience
Guided tastings at Napa Cellars are a relaxed affair, with the option to choose between sipping inside the dome or outside, surrounded by vibrant greenery. The experience feels leisurely, allowing guests to savor each wine while taking in the sights and sounds of the garden setting. For those looking for a quicker taste, the 30-minute Flight Light offers a delightful introduction to their wines, making it easy to enjoy a sampling between other activities. Pair your wine with a picnic, either brought from home or sourced from their selection of local cheeses and oils, for a truly delightful afternoon.
Tasting Experiences
Winery Picnic
$0We’re one of the few wineries in all of the Valley that allows (and encourages!) you to bring your own food to enjoy alongside your outdoor tasting experience. Book a tasting, then bring along a picnic or choose from our delicious selection of local cheeses, oils, and jams for sale. It’s a relaxed, casual atmosphere here at Napa Cellars; we’ll seat you outside at one of our picnic tables for your tasting, and you can spend the afternoon unwinding in our garden or playing games like cornhole for a bit of post-wine tasting fun. Our tree-lined picnic grounds offer plenty of sunshine and shade, so you’ll always be able to find the perfect spot — with breath-taking views of the vines.
Guided Wine Tasting
$35Our picturesque grounds are the perfect setting for your leisurely Napa wine tasting, guided by our friendly, wine-passionate staff; choose to sip inside our Oakville tasting room or outside at the garden picnic tables, surrounded by lush greenery. Tasting experiences at Napa Cellars start at $35 per person and are thoughtfully curated to last 90 minutes, providing a relaxed and enriching visit. Spontaneous visits are always a pleasure– walk-in guests are welcome as space permits. Whether you’d like to enjoy wine by the glass or our time friendly, 30-minute Flight Light tasting, there’s something for everyone.
90 minReservation Required
Wine List (10)
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon brims with ripe, concentrated aromas of black currant, loganberry and fig, underscored by threads of warm spice and mocha. | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $33 | |
Napa Cellars Malbec 2019 Aromas of ripe strawberry, violet and sweet plum segue to a rich palate of blue-black fruits, framed by a subtle hint of cedar spice. | Malbec | 2019 | $49 | |
Napa Cellars Merlot 2022 Napa Cellars Merlot boasts fruit aromas of Maraschino cherries, plum, and dark berries, layered with cedar, graphite, a hint of mocha and some earthy notes. | Merlot | 2022 | $27 | |
Napa Cellars Petite Sirah 2019 Our Petite Sirah is a richly textured wine, with aromas and flavors of blackberry, strawberry jam, black cherry and fig. | Petite Sirah | 2019 | $49 | |
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir 2023 Aromas of black cherry and tea leaves with dry strawberry and sweet earth on the nose. The wine is full of bright red fruit flavors, with fresh cherry, a hint of allspice and stone. | Pinot Noir | 2023 | $27 | |
Napa Cellars Meritage 2019 Rich aromas of wild brambly berry, red cherry and espresso burst from the glass, followed by a palate of vanilla, clove and cedar with earthy, floral undertones. | Red Blend | 2019 | $59 | |
Napa Cellars Syrah 2021 Dense, ripe aromas and flavors of black raspberry, strawberry and black cherry are underscored by notes of caramel-laced coffee and a spicy kick of black pepper. | Syrah | 2021 | $49 |
Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon brims with ripe, concentrated aromas of black currant, loganberry and fig, underscored by threads of warm spice and mocha.
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
Napa Cellars Malbec 2019
Aromas of ripe strawberry, violet and sweet plum segue to a rich palate of blue-black fruits, framed by a subtle hint of cedar spice.
Malbec2019
Napa Cellars Merlot 2022
Napa Cellars Merlot boasts fruit aromas of Maraschino cherries, plum, and dark berries, layered with cedar, graphite, a hint of mocha and some earthy notes.
Merlot2022
Napa Cellars Petite Sirah 2019
Our Petite Sirah is a richly textured wine, with aromas and flavors of blackberry, strawberry jam, black cherry and fig.
Petite Sirah2019
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir 2023
Aromas of black cherry and tea leaves with dry strawberry and sweet earth on the nose. The wine is full of bright red fruit flavors, with fresh cherry, a hint of allspice and stone.
Pinot Noir2023
Napa Cellars Meritage 2019
Rich aromas of wild brambly berry, red cherry and espresso burst from the glass, followed by a palate of vanilla, clove and cedar with earthy, floral undertones.
Red Blend2019
Napa Cellars Syrah 2021
Dense, ripe aromas and flavors of black raspberry, strawberry and black cherry are underscored by notes of caramel-laced coffee and a spicy kick of black pepper.
Syrah2021
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