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Napa wineries
Posted on 7/3/18 at 3:49 pm
Posted on 7/3/18 at 3:49 pm
So I looked through the other threads and most centered around food and wineries I have heard of (Caymus, Opus one etc.).
I am coming to the board for a suggestion for two wineries that specialize in Cabernet (can be Bordeaux style or single grape). The current itenirary is:
Day 1: don Chandon and Maisonry
Day 2: Spring Mountain, Cade and [open]
Day 3: Gemstone and [open]
I have thought about Cliff Lede (really want to try poetry and try and buy a songbook if they have one) and Tuck Beckerstoff. I am open to anything, doesn’t have to have an amazing view or anything just kick arse wine.
I am coming to the board for a suggestion for two wineries that specialize in Cabernet (can be Bordeaux style or single grape). The current itenirary is:
Day 1: don Chandon and Maisonry
Day 2: Spring Mountain, Cade and [open]
Day 3: Gemstone and [open]
I have thought about Cliff Lede (really want to try poetry and try and buy a songbook if they have one) and Tuck Beckerstoff. I am open to anything, doesn’t have to have an amazing view or anything just kick arse wine.
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Posted on 7/3/18 at 3:57 pm to reb13
Jarvis and Palmaz
Posted on 7/3/18 at 4:19 pm to reb13
Continuum
Silver Oak
Silver Oak
Posted on 7/3/18 at 4:33 pm to reb13
Full disclosure: i am no wine expert but I found the Frank Family Vineyards wines in Calistoga to be very nice.
Frank Family Vineyards
Frank Family Vineyards
Posted on 7/3/18 at 4:34 pm to reb13
Check out Spottswoode. Great cabs.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 4:35 pm to webstew
Frank Family is good. I think their Chard is the best bottle though.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 4:54 pm to t00f
I wasn’t impressed with Masonary in Yountville. I found that they were more focused on decor and art than wine. Cool place though.
Try Jessup across the street. Great Cab.
Try Jessup across the street. Great Cab.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 5:16 pm to reb13
Joseph Phelps was impressive and great wine- appointment needed. Do the terrace tasting and be sure to try Insignia. It is the only one of about 9 I visited that I wouldn’t miss going to again if I’m in Napa. Of all the ones I visited, I would not go to Chandon again.
Did not visit Caymus, but they make great wine.
Did not visit Caymus, but they make great wine.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 5:20 pm to reb13
If you want Cabernet, Jordan is the GOAT.
Also, try Peju
Also, try Peju
Posted on 7/3/18 at 5:26 pm to reb13
On Mountain day, give Robert Keenan some consideration.
Start off a day with Failla's spotlight tour. Great pinots and chards. We are members there.
Consider going to Young Inglewood. Fantastic, balanced wines. We are members there as well.
Don't miss Larkmead. Can't afford to be members there
Larkmead will likely waive your (expensive) tasting fees with a single bottle purchase.
Spottswoode also shouldn't be missed. Fantastic tour, very limited - I think they can host 40 or 50 people weekly. Get a spot early. Love their wines.
I have plenty more recommendations, these are just the top few. Let me know if you'd like more.
Start off a day with Failla's spotlight tour. Great pinots and chards. We are members there.
Consider going to Young Inglewood. Fantastic, balanced wines. We are members there as well.
Don't miss Larkmead. Can't afford to be members there
Larkmead will likely waive your (expensive) tasting fees with a single bottle purchase.
Spottswoode also shouldn't be missed. Fantastic tour, very limited - I think they can host 40 or 50 people weekly. Get a spot early. Love their wines.
I have plenty more recommendations, these are just the top few. Let me know if you'd like more.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 6:11 pm to reb13
Round Pond is an awesome cab. Ask to taste their Gravel Series.
It’s next door to Caymus and so much better. Caymus was grossly overrated and won’t go back.
It’s next door to Caymus and so much better. Caymus was grossly overrated and won’t go back.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 8:10 pm to reb13
For Cab, Louis Martini. They specialize in Cab. Try the Lot 1. It’s fantastic.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 8:12 pm to Lookin4Par
Silver Oak is a good suggestion. I'd also propose Sequoia Grove.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 9:52 pm to webstew
I have been to Frank Family and it is great. I think their new/remodeled tasting room should be open now as well.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 9:53 pm to t00f
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Jarvis and Palmaz
Very intrigued by these from what I have googled. Any tips or more info?
Posted on 7/3/18 at 9:55 pm to brbandit
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I wasn’t impressed with Masonary in Yountville. I found that they were more focused on decor and art than wine. Cool place though.
Yeah, it is the couple we are going with’s suggestion. I’ve never been. They seemed to have some decent wine to buy so we shall see. Will keep jessup in mind though if it’s a bust.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 9:58 pm to Politiceaux
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On Mountain day, give Robert Keenan some consideration.
Will take a look, we are really into the mountain/volcanic reds right now.
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Don't miss Larkmead. Can't afford to be members there Larkmead will likely waive your (expensive) tasting fees with a single bottle purchase. Spottswoode also shouldn't be missed. Fantastic tour, very limited - I think they can host 40 or 50 people weekly. Get a spot early. Love their wines.
Will take a look at Larkmead and two votes for Spottswood. Will keep all on my list and if we can’t make it to all of them can always try and find them at a restaurant.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 10:00 pm to reb13
Jarvis is at cave level with their wine that does not need any artificial adjustment and Palmaz has science behind their barrels.
Go to both , trust me.
You have to schedule/get reservation for both tours.
Go to both , trust me.
You have to schedule/get reservation for both tours.
Posted on 7/3/18 at 10:01 pm to sol graves
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It’s next door to Caymus and so much better. Caymus was grossly overrated and won’t go back.
Yeah, I mean places like don’t get their name/brand for having bad wine but unless you are drinking out of their reserve wines I find some of the more widely available brands to fall flat. But I’m also not exactly some expert so just could be my bias against it.
This post was edited on 7/4/18 at 3:07 pm
Posted on 7/3/18 at 10:32 pm to reb13
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I am open to anything, doesn’t have to have an amazing view or anything just kick arse wine.
Rombauer Winery in St. Helena. Located on the Silverado Trail north of Napa. Best wines in the area in my opinion. No food is served there but they do have nice views and a tasting room and a drinking area. I highly recommend.
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