Quick Getaway to Domaine
Chandon & Robert Mondavi
This getaway takes about 70 minutes driving time to the first winery
located in the heart of the Napa Valley. On this tour, you will
visit two outstanding and famous wineries. At Domaine
Chandon you will visit one of world’s premiere
producers of sparkling wine. At the Robert
Mondavi Winery you will visit the most renowned
winery in Napa Valley and all of California. Each of these wineries
has an outstanding tour. Be sure to call ahead for availability
if you wish to tour.
Robert Mondavi Winery |
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Directions from the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge
• Head out on Highway 80 towards Sacramento
• A few miles after crossing the Carquinez Bridge take
Highway 37 to Napa.
• Travel about 2.5 miles.
• Turn right on Sonoma Blvd, which is Highway 29 North
(It’s a hard right turn).
• After about 7 miles, Highway 29 becomes 3 lanes.
• Stay to the left continuing on Highway 29 toward Sonoma/Calistoga.
• Stay on Highway 29 North and in Yountville, take the
Yountville Exit.
• Go west and look for the Domain Chandon the right after
the railroad tracks
Picnic Lunch
There are no picnic tables at either of these wineries. However,
Domain Chandon has a restaurant serving lunch. For reservations
call (800) 736-2892 or email restaurant@chandon.com.
Domaine Chandon
In the early 1970s the great French Champagne house of Moet &
Chandon made a decision to start making sparkling wine in California.
They chose the Carneros and Mount Veeder regions of the Napa Valley
as the ideal climate and soil to produce fine sparking wines made
in the French tradition. The name of Domain Chandon was established
and the winery produced its first vintage in 1976. Today Domain
Chandon is world famous for its quality of fine California sparkling
wine. The sparkling wines are not the only attraction to this famous
and historic winery. The landscaped grounds and the architecture
are spectacular. We recommend taking the tour which is very informative
and worth the time.
Tasting room is open daily 10 am to 6, (707) 944-8844.
e-mail: info@chandon.com
Robert Mondavi Winery
From Domaine Chandon, get back on Highway 29 and head north for
about 4 miles. As you enter Oakville, watch for the signs to the
entrance to Robert Mondavi on the left.
The influence of Robert Mondavi, and his winery, have been instrumental
in establishing worldwide attention to Napa Valley wines. The winery
is perhaps the most visited and certainly one of the most recognized
wineries in the world. The winery was established in 1966 when Robert
Mondavi spit with his brother Peter from the Charles Krug Winery.
Robert Mondavi’s vision was to use innovative winemaking techniques
to create wines of high quality and distinction. Because of his
success and leadership, many consider Robert Mondavi to be the father
of California wine. A visit to this winery will give you a better
feel and understanding of the Napa Valley. If you are interested
in a tour, call ahead to check on availability. The Robert Mondavi
winery is located about one mile north of the town of Oakville on
the west side of the highway.
Tasting room open daily, 10:30 am to 5, (888)766-6328 ext. 2000
Email: info@robertmondaviwinery.com
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