We just completed our most recent visit to Laura Michael Wines in late October 2024 and, as always, it was a fantastic experience. We were served by Laura and enjoyed tasting and learning about several of the estate's wines. We keep coming back to Laura Michael Wines because the variety and quality of the wines is great and both Laura and Michael are a great source of knowledge about wine which if, like us, you are looking to understand the details and nuances of wine, is important. Among their collection, they have a great Zinfandel, a several great Cabs and a blend called "A Quiet Moment" that is perfect for just sipping on an autumn day. We highly recommend Laura Michael Wines and look forward to our next visit.
Laura Dennis
We were really looking forward to our visit to Laura Michael wines based on the reviews but Laura was not our host as we had hoped.I am not sure what the lady's name was as she did not tell us. We were offered indoor or outdoor seating and chose the latter, it is a lovely setting. For the tasting we were given a good amount of wines to taste but we had one white and the rest were red, more variation would have been preferable.Having said that we did really like most of the wines. We learnt a lot of interesting facts about wine and it's the only vineyard we've been to that we were provided with fresh glasses for different wines which was a big bonus point from us! If we were being really honest we didn't feel we could relax as much as other wine tastings we've been to as our host sat with us the whole time, she was a lovely lady but it just felt a little awkward at times making conversation. We walked up to the vineyard and asked if we could have a little walk around to see more but were told only the owner's dogs can walk around. I've seen photos of visitors stood at the top previously so not sure why we couldn't. I really hope my review doesn't offend because everyone was pleasant but it's just my honest review of my own experience.
Simona Foscarin-Kosmetatou
Lovely tasting, very varied wines and helpful and friendly charming chat with the owners.
Stephanie Davis
Very cute tiny little winery. The owner, Laura, hosts your tasting! The wine was delicious and a great experience.
Jenna Kang
Laura is extremely knowledgeable and is the most makes for the most kind and pleasant experience. A must see if you’re in Napa! 11/10.
Debbe Smith
Small winery with excellent owners and wine. I wouldn't miss it if you're driving through!
M. W. Thomas Shuler
So I opened this marvelous Rose. 2 bottles on the rack, no problem, right?Oh, so this came from the destination Bachelorette Party the daughter attended. After a call to my Beloved Wife, to my shame, I have raided the wrong collection.The cork has a phone number on it.Bless you Laura, you saved me!Not only was my call answered, I placed an order to correct my miscalculation, and a couple bonus bottles!
Cece Nunez
One of the best winery experiences we've had in Napa! Currently part of the wine club, Laura is very personable and friendly, took her time explaining what makes them unique. Went first time in 2015 and are still fans! Love the Bentley!!
Azul Arias
This is Napa's best kept secret! If you like reds then Laura Michael is a must visit. The zinfandel is the best I've ever had! The owners are so welcoming and friendly they treat you like family from the moment you arrive. The fall harvest lobster boil is FIRE!!!! If you're not a wine person, you will be after visiting here!
Ananya Sharma
The wines are good! You might just love it f you love Zin. Michael is an amazing host, and his dogs are super friendly.The place has a happy vibe.
Cute winery managed by Laura and Micheal with great wines. Highly recommended
Ian Hay
Great wine, great guide and 3 friendly dogs . Overall one of the best wines I tried was a light fruity Pinot Noir, and the Zinfandel Rose was good. Best of all was the desert red......like Port but better
Angela Hansen
The owners are so sweet and wonderful. The wines here are the best we tasted on our trip. (We visited about 10 places). HIGHLY RECOMMEND.This is the best kept secret in the Napa valley, hands down.
Nicholas Dobbs
We were able (and so thankful) to visit Laura Michael Wines during May 2021. We booked same day wine tasting reservations and had an incredible experience. The wieners are so friendly and knowledgeable. We loved the gardens and tour of the vineyard. There are three adorable pups around and it really felt like home! Definitely a must visit place when in Calistoga!
Tracie Close
On our third day in Calistoga, we reached out to the winery to see if we could do a tasting. Michael answered the phone and since we were so close by where we were staying, he noodled us into a tasting in about five minutes and when we got there, the welcoming committee of puppies was absolutely incredible! And then down came Michael to make us feel like we were visiting a favorite uncle or cousin to spend some time at his home drinking good wine and chatting about things we understood. It helped a little that he happened to be local to where we’re from, so we shared some stories about summer at home.But the wine.The WINE.Stellar. Succulent. Amazing.If you are ever in Napa, you simply must make the trek to spend some time at this winery. You will NOT be disappointed.
We just completed our most recent visit to Laura Michael Wines in late October 2024 and, as always, it was a fantastic experience. We were served by Laura and enjoyed tasting and learning about several of the estate's wines. We keep coming back to Laura Michael Wines because the variety and quality of the wines is great and both Laura and Michael are a great source of knowledge about wine which if, like us, you are looking to understand the details and nuances of wine, is important. Among their collection, they have a great Zinfandel, a several great Cabs and a blend called "A Quiet Moment" that is perfect for just sipping on an autumn day. We highly recommend
Laura Michael Wines and look forward to our next visit.
We were really looking forward to our visit to Laura Michael wines based on the reviews but Laura was not our host as we had hoped.I am not sure what the lady's name was as she did not tell us. We were offered indoor or outdoor seating and chose the latter, it is a lovely setting. For the tasting we were given a good amount of wines to taste but we had one white and the rest were red, more variation would have been preferable.Having said that we did really like most of the wines. We learnt a lot of interesting facts about wine and it's the only vineyard we've been to that we were provided with fresh glasses for different wines which was a big bonus point from us! If we were being really honest we didn't feel we could relax as much as other wine tastings we've been to as our host sat with us the whole time, she was a lovely lady but it just felt a little awkward at times making conversation. We walked up to the vineyard and asked if we could have a little walk around to see more but were told only the owner's dogs can walk around. I've seen photos of visitors stood at the top previously so not sure why we couldn't. I really hope my review doesn't offend because everyone was pleasant but it's just my honest review of my own experience.
Lovely tasting, very varied wines and helpful and friendly charming chat with the owners.
Very cute tiny little winery. The owner, Laura, hosts your tasting! The wine was delicious and a great experience.
Laura is extremely knowledgeable and is the most makes for the most kind and pleasant experience. A must see if you’re in Napa! 11/10.
Small winery with excellent owners and wine. I wouldn't miss it if you're driving through!
So I opened this marvelous Rose. 2 bottles on the rack, no problem, right?Oh, so this came from the destination Bachelorette Party the daughter attended. After a call to my Beloved Wife, to my shame, I have raided the wrong collection.The cork has a phone number on it.Bless you Laura, you saved me!Not only was my call answered, I placed an order to correct my miscalculation, and a couple bonus bottles!
One of the best winery experiences we've had in Napa! Currently part of the wine club, Laura is very personable and friendly, took her time explaining what makes them unique. Went first time in 2015 and are still fans! Love the Bentley!!
This is Napa's best kept secret! If you like reds then Laura Michael is a must visit. The zinfandel is the best I've ever had! The owners are so welcoming and friendly they treat you like family from the moment you arrive. The fall harvest lobster boil is FIRE!!!! If you're not a wine person, you will be after visiting here!
The wines are good! You might just love it f you love Zin. Michael is an amazing host, and his dogs are super friendly.The place has a happy vibe.
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Cute winery managed by Laura and Micheal with great wines. Highly recommended
Great wine, great guide and 3 friendly dogs . Overall one of the best wines I tried was a light fruity Pinot Noir, and the Zinfandel Rose was good. Best of all was the desert red......like Port but better
The owners are so sweet and wonderful. The wines here are the best we tasted on our trip. (We visited about 10 places). HIGHLY RECOMMEND.This is the best kept secret in the Napa valley, hands down.
We were able (and so thankful) to visit Laura Michael Wines during May 2021. We booked same day wine tasting reservations and had an incredible experience. The wieners are so friendly and knowledgeable. We loved the gardens and tour of the vineyard. There are three adorable pups around and it really felt like home! Definitely a must visit place when in Calistoga!
On our third day in Calistoga, we reached out to the winery to see if we could do a tasting. Michael answered the phone and since we were so close by where we were staying, he noodled us into a tasting in about five minutes and when we got there, the welcoming committee of puppies was absolutely incredible! And then down came Michael to make us feel like we were visiting a favorite uncle or cousin to spend some time at his home drinking good wine and chatting about things we understood. It helped a little that he happened to be local to where we’re from, so we shared some stories about summer at home.But the wine.The WINE.Stellar. Succulent. Amazing.If you are ever in Napa, you simply must make the trek to spend some time at this winery. You will NOT be disappointed.
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