Sparkling wine since 1973. The California outpost of the legendary house, with a tasting room that opens to gardens and views of the Mayacamas. Less ceremony than the appellation suggests; you can drop in for a glass on the patio or book a full tasting.

Chandon

Glass or flight by the garden, walk-ins welcome.

Walk-in patio tasting

Howell Mountain Cabernet, made in a deliberate small-batch style. The tasting room sits on Washington Street with a quiet patio out back. Book ahead for the seated flight or stop in if a stool is open.

Cornerstone Cellars

Four-pour seated tasting, reservations recommended.

Howell Mountain flight

Founder Mark Herold built Handwritten around the idea that every vintage is signed by hand. Tastings happen at the SOYO House on Washington — small groups, considered pairings, no marketing voice.

Handwritten Wines

Bread + butter pairing with Cabernet flight.

SOYO House tasting

A modern tasting salon on Washington, named for the same family behind the cookware. Estate Cabernet from Napa hillsides, served in a room of clean lines and good light.

Hestan Vineyards

Estate tasting

Family-owned since 1981. The tasting room is relaxed in the way only a family operation can be — no script, no pretense. The secret garden tour is worth asking about.

Hill Family Estate

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome when space allows.

Secret garden tour

Boutique artisan winery on the north end of Washington. The room is intimate; the wines lean toward elegant Cabernet and Bordeaux varietals. Frequently has live music on weekends.

Yountville

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