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Mumm Napa patio, the place for sipping sparkling wine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the east side of the Napa Valley is the Silverado Trail. This road is much less traveled and is the preferred route for the Napa natives. Unfortunately, it is also a famous road for cyclists, so be on the lookout for them. On both sides of the road, there is excellent vineyard scenery. Wine tasters have a fabulous selection of wineries. Take at least a day to tour a few wineries on the Silverado Wine Route. Make sure you book a tasting room reservation well in advance of your wine country getaway.<\/p>\n

For more advice, check the\u00a0<\/span>Napa Valley Wine Country Planning Guide<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/ins><\/p>\n

Silverado Wine Route<\/h2>\n

\u2022 Clos du Val<\/strong> \u2013 Makers of fine Cabs from the Stags Leap AVA
\n\u2022 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars<\/strong> – the historic “Judgment o Paris” wine
\n\u2022 Pine Ridge Winery<\/strong> \u2013 Beautiful setting, great red wines, and caves
\n\u2022 Mumm Napa<\/strong> – Sparkling wine and patio tasting, fresh vineyard views
\n\u2022 Rutherford Hill Winery<\/strong> \u2013 Great Valley view, good picnic spot, cave tours
\n\u2022 William Harrison<\/strong> – 1800 cases of excellent wine
\n\u2022 Duckhorn Vineyards<\/strong> \u2013 Exquisite tasting experience, beautiful vineyard views
\n\u2022 Casa Nuestra<\/strong> \u2013 Small family winery, unique blends, cozy<\/p>\n

We recommend you visit no more than three wineries in one day. Enjoy the beauty of the Napa Valley.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Would you like to design your wine trail? Use our handy Trip Planner<\/a><\/p>\n

Dining and Lodging Recommendations – Silverado Wine Route<\/h3>\n

Restaurants<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Premium Lodging<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Budget Lodging<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Wine Map<\/a><\/p>\n

Additional Wineries to Consider on the Silverado Trail<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Judd’s Hill <\/a>– First winery on Silverado Trail, great Cab
\n\u2022 ZD Wines <\/a>– Organically farmed, delicious Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
\n\u2022 Paraduxx<\/a> – Try the Paraduxx Napa Valley Red Wine
\n\u2022 Hagafen Cellars<\/a> – Small family-run winery, delicious white wines<\/p>\n

Clos du Val<\/a><\/h4>\n

The first winery on the tour as you are traveling north is Clos du Val. It is a beautiful winery located in the Stags Leap Appellation. They make a variety of wines, but their specialty is Cabernet Sauvignon, releasing several different bottlings of Cabernets each year. The Cabernets rank among the best in the Napa Valley. Don’t pass up the other wines; try the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Clos du Val is the only winery that makes a Zinfandel from grapes grown in the Stags Leap AVA. The wine tasting room staff is top notch, taking time and effort to make your visit informative and enjoyable. Next on this wine route is Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars.<\/ins><\/p>\n

Stag’s Leap Cellars<\/a><\/h4>\n

At the 1976 Judgment of Paris, one of the greatest moments in Napa Valley wine history occurred when a 1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon stunned the wine world and, in particular, the French. British wine merchant Steve Spurrier arranged a blind tasting of California Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon against French White Burgundy wines and Bordeaux Reds. The ’73 Stag’s Leap was judged the top wine by a panel of French wine tasters. The 1976 Judgment of Paris brought exactly what Napa Valley needed, the recognition that Napa Valley wines were among the best in the world. Warren Winiarski was the owner and winemaker at the time. In 2007, Warren sold his winery to the Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and the Antinori Family of Italy. Today Stag’s Leap is a very popular winery among wine country travelers. Their Cabernet wines are outstanding. The views of the Vaca Mountains are stunning.<\/p>\n

Pine Ridge Winery<\/a><\/p>\n

Pine Ridge is one of the elite wineries of the Napa Valley, making some of the best Cabernets from the Stags Leap AVA. The winery also owns prime vineyards in other areas of the Napa Valley. Pine Ridge is a tranquil and pretty setting for a picnic lunch. You might also want to take the wine tour and have a chance to admire the caves stocked with over 4000 barrels of aging wine. You need to call ahead to reserve a spot on the tour. There is also a demonstration vineyard on the grounds providing visitors with insights into the vineyard management. The winery is located on the west side of the Silverado Trail about a mile south of the Yountville Cross Rd and almost directly across from Stags Leap Wine Cellars.<\/p>\n

Mumm Napa<\/a><\/h4>\n

This is a very popular tourist winery. There is more to do here than taste sparkling wine. The beautifully decorated fine art gallery is a \u201cmust see.\u201d There are two exhibits, one housing various collections on a rotating basis throughout the year. The other gallery has a collection of Ansel Adams prints on loan from the Ansel Adams Family. There are one-hour tours of the sparkling wine process. For tasting sparkling wine, there is table service outside on the patio or tasting is done in the salon. Each area offers amazing views of the vineyards in Napa Valley.<\/p>\n

Rutherford Hill Winery<\/a><\/h4>\n

Rutherford Hill is a popular winery for a tasting, touring, and a picnic lunch. The winery has regularly scheduled 30-minute tours, which include a visit to their fantastic mile long cave system. There are three picnic areas to choose from. We like the picnic area hidden among olive trees. It is quiet and provides a good view of the Napa Valley below. Either a glass of Sauvignon Blanc or the Gew\u00fcrztraminer is a great choice to go with your lunch. As you are traveling north on the Silverado Trail, you find Rutherford Hill Road just a short distance from Rutherford Cross Road. It will be on the east side and is a bit hidden from view. Travel up the hill past Auberge du Soleil to the winery.<\/p>\n

William Harrison<\/a><\/h4>\n

William Harrison makes only a small amount of wine, 1800 cases, and five different varietals. The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir come from contract vineyards in Carneros and the Sonoma Coast, respectively. The Bordeaux blend, the Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc wines are all produced from their estate Rutherford vineyards that surround the winery facility. We think the Cab Franc is one of the best in the Napa Valley<\/p>\n

Duckhorn Vineyards<\/a><\/h4>\n

Duckhorn winery is on Lodi Lane just off the Silverado Trail. As you turn into the driveway, you will see the Victorian tasting room set back against the manicured vineyards. This is one of the most beautiful settings anywhere in the Napa Valley. As soon as you set foot into the winery, you get the sense that you are somewhere exquisite. The tasting area is elegant and tasteful, matching the high quality of the wines produced by Duckhorn. Consult the Duckhorn website for full options for tastings and fees.<\/p>\n

Casa Nuestra<\/a><\/h4>\n

Next on this wine route is this little off-beat winery. The Kirkhams purchased the ranch in 1956 and began making the Casa Nuestra label in 1979. They have some off-beat wines like Grey Riesling, Chenin Blanc, and a red field blend wine they call Casa Nuestra Tinto. Elvis was here in 1960. Ask the tasting room host why. Casa Nuestra winer is one of our favorites to visit. It is what like Napa Valley used to be.<\/p>\n

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Additional Napa Valley Wine Routes to enjoy<\/h3>\n