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Redmon Family Vineyards

Redmon Family Vineyards began with a very limited scope of producing wine “to share with friends and family.” It has since become a commercial (albeit small), producer located in the St Helena AVA.
The Redmon Family has lived in Napa Valley since 1979. They originally came “for the root beer,” opening an A&W restaurant on Highway 29 in the southern part of St Helena. In 1991, Tom Redmon bought a small vineyard and began the process of making handcrafted wines.
Redmon makes several small quantity bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon. Some grapes are grown on the family’s 3 acre estate property, and others are sourced from other premium quality vineyards in Napa Valley.

Hunnicutt Wines

This place is a hidden gem and I wish it could stay that way! The atmosphere is beautiful, very peaceful and serene. It is by appointment only but if not many people are there they will usually take you in. Because it is this way, it is not crowded with a bunch of people just looking to get a buzz. Jennifer is a great hostess and takes care of me and my wife exceptionally well when we go there.

Dillon Vineyards

Dillon Vineyards is a small vineyard, located in the Yountville Appellation, south of the town of Yountville on the floor of the Napa Valley. This unique location has an exceptionally delicate micro climate for growing Chardonnay grapes.

Trespass Vineyards

We were given the opportunity to check this place out through the wine tour we scheduled. Their operation is also one of the most intimate experiences you will have in terms of a winery visit. You literally taste their wine on some super comfy patio furniture in the middle of a field/clearing right next to their vineyard! The owner, Donny, is very knowledgable and guides you through his wines.

Bravante Vineyard

What makes Bravante so unique is the personalization that is provided with a boutique winery that you rarely get in Napa these days. Dave who provides some of the best wine tours and experiences you can find all over Napa understands that good wineries isn't just about branding and ratings but the experience and personalization that is attached to every unique visit and taste of each individual bottle of wine.

Round Pond Estate

Roundpond has everything required for a memorable and wonderful experience. Their long driveway lined with tall palm trees overlooking old vines invites you in to the winery. The beautiful scenery of the second level terrace allows you to see both mountain ranges and the wine is to die for. Their approach to wine tasting is a one-on-one experience at a private table, inside of outside. Their cab sav, sauv blanc, and syrah are favorites. The friendly and very knowledgeable staff will guide you through a food & wine tasting provided by their talented chef.

Stonehedge Winery

We stopped by Stonehedge at the end of our day. Lois (aka "Red") was AWESOME. We walked in, asking her if it would be OK if our dog came in. We had a great conversation with her and another couple who brought cheese to pair with the wine, while our dog sniffed around, living it up as each person he approached gave him praised and lots of love.

Baldacci Vineyards

Low-key tasting in the main room, hosted by one of the Baldacci sons (Andrew. He was so nice and so very knowledgeable. We were the only ones there so it was very intimate and informative. We were able to ask all sorts of questions and taste as much as we wanted. The wines were all so amazing - we knew for sure that we wanted to buy some but it was hard to decide which ones! We ended up getting the Stag's Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon...I'd also recommend their IV Sons - very good.

Silver Rose Cellars

Amenities include a wine tasting room, jacuzzi and pool, spa services, wine and cheese tasting in the afternoon, and breakfast in the morning that includes coffee, juice, muffins, and a beautiful presentation of fruit. Breakfast may be slow in the morning but be patient because when you get it, you can appreciate the work that went into making it lovely for your consumption.
The Silver Rose Inn & Spa is currently accepting reservations for corporate and group businessand are not accepting individual room reservations at this time.

The winery is open daily from 10am to 5pm.

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