9 Vineyards to Visit on your Next Trip to Napa Valley (All My Favorites!)

Headed to Wine Country and looking for unique wineries in Napa? Here in the valley you’ll find ornate statues, gushing waterfalls, and even a castle. All at the wineries! Check out my favorites below!

Napa is world renowned for it’s wine selection, and for good reason.  The Valley and surrounding areas boast more than 600 wineries, each with their own tasting room.  (And even more that are not accounted for.)  It would take a lifetime to take a few sips at each, let alone in a long weekend.

Therefore, I’ve decided to compile my favorite wineries, each with their own distinctive flair and personality.  If you’re not a wine connoisseur, the tastings will all begin to blend together, especially after your first few flights. I choose my vineyards and wineries not only by wine selection, but by views, experiences, and overall distinctness.

And can I tell you, unique wineries in Napa are hard to find! There are just so many!  Here’s my personal collection of wineries in Napa with the best views and landscapes!

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My Favorite Vineyards in Napa Valley

 1. Sterling Vineyard

 

Boy am I glad we stopped here.  In order to get to the tastings, you need to purchase a ticket for the aerial tram.  The views from the 5 minute ride are remarkable, especially in the fall when the colors are changing.

 

You can even stomp grapes in a wine barrel at Sterling as well.  A one-of-a-kind experience for sure.  Definitely one of the most unique wineries in Napa, and well worth the price ticket if you ask me.

2| Castello di Amorosa

 

Dubbed the “Castle Winery” by some, this unique place was inspired by a castle in Tuscany.  The views are nice and the wines are even nicer.

3| Domaine Carneros

A chateau in the middle of Napa Valley?!  You’ve got to be kidding me! The grounds are immaculately kept and the building is pristine and grand in every way.  I could have photographed this place for hours!  And- endless panoramic views.  What more could you want?!

4| Artesa

 

Once you reach the top of the staircase (its not strenuous at all), you’ll be rewarded with water fountains with an amazing view of the rolling hills of Napa.  The grounds are adorned with beautifully modern statues, as you can see in the photo above.

5| Signorello

6| Robert Mondavi

7| V. Sattui

This is the place for lunch when checking out the vineyards! If you’re visiting in the spring, summer, or fall, keep an eye out for their Barbeque, Wood-Fired Pizzas & Mozzarella Bar.  An order of the jalapeños shouldn’t be missed.  If bbq food doesn’t tickle your fancy, head to the Marketplace (on V. Sattui grounds), where you’ll find a large array of meats, cheeses, and other deli items.  Bring your bottle of wine to the picnic tables and you’re good to go!

8| Peju

Suggestions on what to pack for Napa Valley:

• chic picnic basket – it’s the perfect place for it!
• corkscrew for when you’re on your picnic, and want to open a bottle of wine you just bought…
• plastic wine cups
• lightweight pashmina – the weather changes a lot up here, best to be prepared
• comfy flats or sandals (you’ll probably be walking a bit)
• durable camera to capture all those scenic landscapes (and a few silly buzzy selfies…)
• mini cooler or ice chest for any sweets or cheeses you buy
• light jacket or wind breaker 

Who’d like to join me for a bottle next time?!