Napa Valley Wine Tours, California Wine Country
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Napa Valley Wine Tours, California Wine Country
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The World Famous Napa Valley is home to over 250 wineries, and each has its own unique flavor and charm. Many visitors are overwhelmed by these choices and often miss some of the best features the valley has to offer. Let our experienced staff help you to make the most of your next trip to this beautiful wine country. A private custom wine tour with Appellation Tours will guarantee an unforgettable experience. From the best known "Estate" cellars to the small family owned "boutique" wineries, we'll take you off the beaten path and show you a Napa Valley few people ever see.
Whether you are a first-time visitor, wine novice, or an experienced connoisseur, Appellation Tours can custom design a tour itinerary to meet your needs. The following are just some examples of popular Napa Valley wine tour packages. If you would like to design your own custom itinerary, give us a call today and we will be happy to help you make the arrangements.
Please visit our on-line community of Wine Country web sites:
Sonoma County is very unique because it is home to five distinct wine regions: Los Carneros District, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Alexander Valley. A person could spend a day exploring each region and still have plenty of reasons to come back again. The oldest winery in California is located only a few minutes from Historic Sonoma Square in downtown Sonoma, and the largest producer of champagne in the U.S. can be found almost an hour and a half northwest of the Square along the beautiful Russian River. This vast country side is dotted with over 175 wineries; each one reflecting the history, culture, and people that surround them. While it is possible to visit more than one wine region in a single day, you may find that it is wiser to focus your leisure time in one area at a time. Appellation Tours has helped thousands of visitors plan exciting wine tasting tours to Sonoma's wine country.
Whether you are a first-time visitor, wine novice, or an experienced connoisseur, Appellation Tours can custom design a tour itinerary to meet your needs. The following are just some examples of popular Sonoma Valley wine tour packages. If you would like to design your own custom itinerary, give us a call today and we will be happy to help you make the arrangements.
Custom Wine Tasting Tours by Limousine! Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Russian River, Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley.
Take a unique, limousine wine tour of the Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country. Let our expert local guides show you places only an insider could find. Whether you are just visiting, or live here in the Bay Area, Appellation Tours will come to you to begin your day of adventure. Our experienced chauffeurs will pamper you with champagne as they guide you to California's finest wineries. Sit back and relax in your personal limousine as you take in the majestic scenery of the Wine Country, and spend the day tasting wine without the hassle of driving your own car. During the day you can dine outdoors among the vineyards with a gourmet picnic lunch at a scenic winery location, or let us make a reservation for you at one of the many world renowned restaurants in the area. From couples to large corporate groups , our wine tours can accommodate all your needs. Call us today and get ready to have an unforgettable experience!
1. The Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country is open to visitors all year round. The peak tourist season is between May and October, and Saturday is always the most crowded day of the week.
2. Sonoma is still far less crowded than Napa, and offers a full variety of large and small wineries that rival their Napa Valley neighbors.
3. Many believe the best time to visit the Napa Valley is during the Off-Season months between November and April. Wineries often conduct library tastings during the winter, barrel tasting events in early spring, and show off new releases shortly after February. There are also better room rates throughout the valley during the slower months.
4. If you find yourself traveling to Napa Valley during the peak season, you can still avoid the congestion of "day-trippers" by planning your stay during the midweek. We offer competitive tour prices Monday through Friday all year round, and you get to tour Napa's best wineries without the big crowds! Lastly, if you can only visit the Wine Country during a peak weekend, then try to arrange your touring on Sunday. Sundays are still busy, but not nearly as busy as Saturdays!
5. Don't wait until the last minute to book your tours, hotel, and restaurant reservations! Plan a month in advance if you are coming to the Wine Country during the slow season, plan at least 2 months ahead if you expect to be here during the peak season. If you want to visit us during "Crush" (harvest time), think 3 months ahead to avoid being disappointed. For suggestions on good places to lodge and dine, ask our reservation staff when you call to book your wine tasting tour!
Appellation Tours will pick you up at any Napa Valley location and greet your party with complimentary champagne. As you begin traveling to your first destination your personal chauffeur will give everyone a fun an informative overview of the Wine Country.
Cakebread Cellars (or Grgich Hills)
Wine Tasting. Visit the outstanding family operated winery of Jack Cakebread, and sample some of Napa Valley's finest Chardonay and award winning Cabernet Sauvignon.
St. Supery Winery (or Beringer)
Wine-Making Tour & Tasting. This state of the art winery is home to an exceptional Wine Discovery center. The tour of this modern facility is both fun and informative, followed by a tasting session.
Rutherford Hill (or Rutherford Grove Winery)
Wine Tasting & Picnic Lunch. Premiere producer of Napa Valley's Merlot varietal. A strong history of consistently making fine wine has put Rutherford Hill on the wine list of some of the best restaurants in the country. Sample Cabernet, Sangiovese, and Chardonay as well. While you are at the tasting room, buy a bottle or two of your favorite wine to have with your gourmet picnic lunch. When you are finished tasting, lunch will be ready for you outside overlooking the vineyards.
Dutch Henry Winery (or Burgess Cellars)
Wine Tasting. This very small unique family winery only produces 3000 cases of wine each year (and it's very good!). Each stop is an intimate visit with the winemaker as you sample current barrel production and new releases among the aging barrels. Home of the friendliest dogs you'll ever meet!
Kornell Champagne (or Domaine Chandon)
Sparkling Wine Tasting. Finish the afternoon at this family owned historic landmark winery. Considered one of the friendliest tasting rooms in the Napa Valley. A brief 20 minute tour precedes each tasting.
Finally you will arrive back at your original pick-up location.
(Wineries are only suggested, and may be substituted at anytime based on group size and tasting room availability.)