HotelSt. Helena · Napa5.0 · 6
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Four acres in St. Helena with a family of hens delivering eggs to suite doors most mornings.
Wine EnthusiastsRomantic Getaways
1.3 mi
St. Helena · Napa Valley · St. Helena
Rombauer Vineyards
Founded in 1972 by Koerner and Joan Rombauer, this St. Helena winery still focuses on Chardonnay, Merlot, and Zinfandel.
4.7(449)
Known forChardonnayCave ToursFood PairingGarden SettingKid-FriendlyDog-Friendly
About Rombauer Vineyards
Rombauer Vineyards, founded in 1972 by Koerner and Joan Rombauer, is deeply rooted in the Napa Valley and committed to producing exceptional wines that celebrate the joy of life. With a focus on creating memorable experiences, the winery offers a diverse selection of award-winning wines and invites visitors to enjoy their beautiful tasting rooms in Napa Valley and the Sierra Foothills. The winery's philosophy emphasizes laughter, connection, and the creation of lasting memories through wine.
Why Visit Rombauer Vineyards
The Napa Valley Tasting pours Rombauer's best-known bottlings alongside limited-production and single-vineyard wines at outdoor tables. The $25 tasting takes place on a terrace with direct views across to the Maycamas Mountains, where visitors can settle in and compare how different vineyard sites shape the wines.
- Koerner and Joan Rombauer founded the winery in 1972
- Napa Valley Tasting ($25) includes single-vineyard bottlings
- Sierra Foothills Tasting ($25) pours locally sourced Barbera and Zinfandel
- Outdoor tasting terrace faces the Maycamas Mountains
- Picnic-friendly lawn at the Sierra Foothills tasting room
The Setting
Rombauer Vineyards sits on a hillside above St. Helena, with its outdoor tasting terrace positioned to face west toward the Maycamas range. Tables are scattered across the terrace and lawn, giving groups space to spread out. The property also includes a Sierra Foothills tasting room where the winery pours Barbera and Zinfandel sourced from that region, with a shaded patio and lawn where picnics are welcome.
The Tasting Experience
At the Napa Valley property, the $25 Napa Valley Tasting includes the winery's popular wines plus single-vineyard selections, poured outdoors. Guides pour and talk through what's in the glass while visitors sit facing the mountains. At the Sierra Foothills location, the $25 Sierra Foothills Tasting focuses on Barbera and Zinfandel from local vineyards, also served on a patio with lawn access for picnicking.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Napa Valley Tasting
$25Enjoy a guided tasting of our most popular wines as well as limited-production and single-vineyard bottlings in a beautiful outdoor setting with stunning views of the Maycamas Mountains.
Reservation Required
Sierra Foothills Tasting
$25Taste locally sourced Barbera and Zinfandel wines as well as our tried and true favorites while enjoying the shaded patio and spacious lawn. Guests are welcome to pack a picnic to enjoy outside.
Reservation Required
The Pour
$65$60$55$48$38
Wine list. (12)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $65 | |
Napa Valley Merlot | Merlot | 2023 | $60 | |
Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2023 | $55 | |
Amador County Barbera | Red Blend | 2023 | $48 | |
California Zinfandel | Zinfandel | 2023 | $38 |
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
Napa Valley Merlot
Merlot2023
Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2023
Amador County Barbera
Red Blend2023
California Zinfandel
Zinfandel2023
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Drive Times
From Napa hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Rombauer Vineyards, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Silverado Resort | ~34 min | Book |
| The Westin Verasa Napa | ~38 min | Book |
| Archer Hotel Napa | ~38 min | Book |
| Andaz Napa, by Hyatt | ~38 min | Book |
| Carneros Resort and Spa | ~41 min | Book |
| The Meritage Resort and Spa | ~45 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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