50 Best Wineries in Saint Helena

“Fantesca Winery is the place to be! This is hands down our favorite winery in Napa Valley.

I surprised my now-wife with a visit here during our honeymoon, and coming back was a must. We first visited about three years ago, and we’ve been talking about the wine, the property, and the entire experience ever since.

What made this visit even more memorable was our host, Roman. He went above and beyond—driving us around the property, teaching us about Fantesca’s winemaking process, and keeping us laughing throughout the tasting. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and truly enjoys sharing the experience with his guests.

This winery holds a special place in our hearts. From the incredible wines to the stunning property and exceptional hospitality, Fantesca delivers on every level.

Thank you again, Roman! We can’t wait to enjoy Fantesca wines back home, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.“

“Great tasting/tour experience. Our family was given individual attention by our guide, Cat, and it made the day special and memorable. She was so knowledgable about the wines, the vineyards, and the winemaking process. She took the time to make it a great experience for all of us.“

“Such a fun and beautiful tasting. The wines are amazing, too-most importantly!“

“Rombauer has the best white wine hands down!! The views looking into the valley are spectacular and the garden settings to choose from are so quaint! The only thing I’m a little disappointed are some of the staff seem too high strung and not so accommodating..“

“Really enjoy our experience today. Dana was absolutely lovely 😊“

“Moim zdaniem najlepsze wina w Napa. Bardzo miła i pomocna obsługa, która z uwaga wsłuchuje się w oczekiwania gości!“

“We are on a road trip through CA and of course wanted to make a stop in Napa Valley and check out a vineyard. Though we stopped by the Napa Valley Welcome Center for recommendations they weren’t super helpful. I did use their QR code to find “kid friendly” vineyards. Some of these vineyards were not that kid friendly once we started looking into them and calling around. Tres Sabores however was VERY welcoming to us and our 9 year old. The vineyard was beautiful and so peaceful!! My husband and I enjoyed the tour with Dave and learned so much!! Julie the owner also came over and spoke with us for a bit! We tried 5 different wines and our daughter was provided organic juice boxes, bubbles and coloring supplies. We had snacks for the table that all of us enjoyed! After our tour and tastings we walked over to the barn area and played with the animals. Highly recommend Tres Sabores not only for families, but adults on their own too!! What a wonderful vineyard and great experience!!“

“Our visit to Chappellet Winery was one of the highlights of our Napa Valley trip. The setting is spectacular, with incredible views that make the experience feel truly special.
What made our visit even more memorable was our host, Peter. He was absolutely fantastic—warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the winery and its wines. He made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and shared fascinating insights without ever making the tasting feel rushed. His enthusiasm and attention to detail made the experience both enjoyable and educational.
The wines were exceptional, and it was easy to see why Chappellet has such an outstanding reputation. We left with wonderful memories and can't recommend this winery highly enough. If you have the opportunity to visit, ask for Peter—you won't be disappointed!“

“Such an amazing place! Beer, wine AND ice cream! Perfection!“

“The most beautiful place you can imagine! Wendy was fantastic, I made the reservation for the wrong day so when we showed up a week early she was so kind and accommodating. Every wine we tasted was also phenomenal. Incredibly flavorful and perfectly balanced. Highly recommend!!“

“Our best visit during our trip to Napa! We visited Domaine Carneros, B.Cellars, Davis Estates, Grgich, and Prager Port. We had a nice visit at all of those vineyards, but none of them came close to the hospitality, friendliness and generosity that Ryan Morales showed us during our tasting at Maxville. The wines were fantastic, as was meeting Cullen...a member of the wine making team. The entire visit was spot on from the minute we arrived, to the tour of the grounds, to the tasting. Exceptional, proud to be a club member at Maxville...can't wait until our next visit.“

“The Experience: Our Crown Collection Experience at Louis M. Martini Winery was an absolute standout during our Napa Valley trip, featuring incredible world-class Cabernet Sauvignons and a breathtaking setting.

The Highlight: A true culinary highlight of the tasting was their St. Agur Panzanella pairing (featuring olive, panko, heirloom tomato, black garlic, and chimichurri). The flavors were so phenomenal that we couldn't resist recreating an homage to it at home with peach jam on a savory thin cracker alongside a crisp Sancerre.“

“Hall Wines was an experience beyond anything that I could have imagined. When we came to wine taste at Hall, our expectations were not set. I've been too many wineries in St Helena, but I've never been to Hall. The grounds were absolutely immaculate. The winery was stunningly, beautiful. Our server Alfredo Hernandez was knowledgeable, warm, friendly, inviting, and a superb host. I love talking about wanting and asking questions as I taste and both Alfredo and Tom were both a pleasure to engage with. We enjoyed absolutely everything in our experience. We enjoyed everything so much that I decided that after July of this year, I would like to switch my wine club over to Hall from another wine club that I have in Napa. Very much looking forward to our next visit!“

“I felt this was the most unique tasting room in Napa. A very different ambiance with creative flare from the creators. Great history too. Ask for Bill if you plan on visiting. He is ‘all knowing’ and will brief you on how this place became what it is today.“

“One of the best experiences I had in Napa Valley! Marcos and his team provided world class hospitality and an experience which left me stunned and amazed! Can't wait for my shipment of bottles and my next visit here! This is the place you want to go to!“

“We come to Napa Valley and St. Helena regularly to go to Clif Family Winery, where we have been longtime members. This time we decided to venture out a bit and visit Markham Vineyards. What a great find!! Zoey, our server was amazing, and we experienced one of the most enjoyable and memorable wine tastings we’ve had in many years. Markham wines are delicious and the atmosphere is beautiful. Zoey customized our wine tasting experience and poured many wines she thought we’d enjoy. She also informed us about the history of Markham and gave us a tour of the facility, beautiful and fascinating. Overall, our experience at Markham was wonderful. I would highly recommend Markham when in the Napa Valley. I would recommend reservations. Enjoy 🍷“

“This is a hidden gem. We stopped by for a bit for a port tasting because rarely can we find white ports. The tasting was very laid back and the owners were warm, welcoming and delightful to talk to. We loved ever port we tasted this afternoon. My husband and I highly recommend.“

“Omg! Thank you Clif Winery! I had ordered wine back in February and was going to pick it up in May during my mom’s b-day celebration. Because that had to be cancelled, they delivered the wine to me today, along with a few bonus bottles! Love these guys! Thank you Ashley Cox, John Sundin and the whole Clif Winery Family! :)“

“Large tasting samples so he ready and eat something before you go 😊“

“My wife and I were visiting from out of town and had the opportunity to do the Aurum tasting with Todd. We learned so much, all with incredible wine and company. I strongly recommend for anyone visiting Napa to experience this! Thank you Todd, Max, Michael, and Sarah for an incredible and memorable experience. This is one that makes you want to come back!“

“Love Amizetta! 8 of us were just there yesterday. Great wine, great views, and Frankie was a great host! We had a lot of fun. I look forward to going again in the future to see the finished renovations!“

“Lovely day with fantastic wine 🍷“

“Great wines. Great people. Great views.“

“My wife and I were driving through and decided to try a tasting here. It’s very unassuming from the road however, once you are inside, the property is absolutely beautiful. They had a large group that day and were unable to give us a formal tasting, but we purchased a glass of wine and enjoyed the property. Look forward to returning and scheduling a tasting.“

“I came to VGS for my birthday and let me tell you what a beautiful property and delicious wine. Our host Tony was absolutely a delight. He was very attentive, knowledgeable about the wine and great company. If you do the food experience each bite goes perfectly with the wine flight. Definitely will be back and thank you Tony for a great kick-off to my birthday!“

“Our visit to Crocker & Starr was outstanding!! Juan was an absolutely lovely host, and my husband, friends and I had such a nice experience. I couldn’t believe how much attention and care we received to make it the best tasting possible. This had to be my favorite experience I’ve ever had in Napa! The wine was absolutely exquisite and the setting is beautiful. 10/10 would recommend!!“

“Dakota Shy Winery is truly one of the special places in Napa Valley. The property is absolutely breathtaking, the experience is exceptional, and the wine is second to none.

Alisha Kulich, Director of Hospitality and Sales, was absolutely amazing. Her warmth, knowledge, professionalism, and genuine passion for Dakota Shy made our experience unforgettable. She has a way of making you feel welcomed while showcasing everything that makes this winery so special.

From the incredible property to the world-class wines and exceptional hospitality, Dakota Shy is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates Napa Valley at its very best. We can’t wait to return!

A huge thank you to Alisha and the entire Dakota Shy team for an unforgettable experience!

Cheers“

“It’s clear that Daniel loves his job and is super passionate about wine! He was incredibly hospitable and a wonderful educator. We had the best time with him while at Reverie! We are excited to return next time we’re in Napa!“

“This winery was under construction when we went and the experience was still so lovely. Our host was so amazing. We were the only ones there for most of the tasting. The wines were great. We could have stayed all day relaxing on the roof patio, drinking wine. I would like to go back.“

“Ben was an excellent host. Friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. He was attentive our dogs and adaptable to the range of tastes of the people in our group. It's great to get a local perspective of Spring Mountain's historical and current place in the Napa Valley wine industry. The setting was lovely and the wine was nice. Overall, a great experience, which I would recommend to others.“

“Beautiful people and wine!“

“The BEST ! Absolutely hands down. David Arthur wine is Amazing - GARY was Outstanding. Intimate, fun, beautiful, and the most delicious wine and time we had in Napa and Sonoma ! Thank you Gary. We are looking forward to many memories being made enjoying our or David Arthur selections. Thank you thank you.“

“We came to a tasting here since it was connected with our hotel, and it was absolutely perfect! Ellen gave us a tour of the beautiful property, and created a beautiful setup for our tasting to celebrate our honeymoon, complete with fresh figs from their garden and a beautiful flower bouquet! She was so kind and knowledgeable about the history of the estate as well as the various wines. And they truly tasted incredible! We ended up ordering a few bottles to ship home. We loved our visit, and especially because of Ellen and her care and attention!“

“Such a hidden gem! We’ve only been to Napa twice, but my boyfriend and I agree—this is our favorite winery by far. John was an amazing tour guide: knowledgeable, fun, and easygoing. The grounds were absolutely beautiful, and the wine was exceptional. We became members on the spot! Highly recommend!“

“I've visited Titus Vineyards several times, and every visit has been exceptional. The setting is absolutely beautiful, and the wine tasting experience is always top-notch. Their Reserve Cabernet is truly outstanding—one of the best I've ever tasted!“

“If you want to learn about wines, it’s the place to visit“

“Fantastic wine and very welcoming! I'm not a big Chardonnay, but they had the best I've ever had!“

“A magical space tucked in the hills kept moving by the wind, and diversity of soils that are showcased in the wines. Ruby lead me through the history, and the legacy of humble greatness.
If you're a collector, or this is your first artisan wine introduction I know the authentic passion Ruby has for the entire process will be what you've been missing in a fine wine experience.“

“Great wine tasting experience. Ordered a meat and cheese tray that was delicious. It paired well with the wine. Chardonnay was surprisingly delicious even though I usually don’t like it. Diana was awesome she explained all the wine options perfectly and very attentive to our needs. Great opportunity for nice pictures.“

“My visit to the Sinegal Winery delivered an excellent experience. The experience was relaxing and elevated, focusing on the history of the estate, the founders and most importantly the wine. Krystina was a great host and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the experience. Thank You Krystina !!“

“Always have a great experience at this amazing winery!“

“I’ve been a fan of these wines for years and it was an absolute pleasure to visit in person. Charlie Smith himself conducted the tasting and then took us on a tour of the property. As we walked and admired the stunning vistas, he recounted how he and his brother Stu built winery and established the vineyards themselves. Perhaps the best winery visit I’ve had.“

“Although it has been over a year since I discovered St Helena's Winery, I'm looking forward to my next visit. Small winery, Big Bouquets. Without a doubt, the Best cabernet sauvignon in the Americas that I've ever tasted. No doubt. Hands down. End of discussion. Nuff said. Period. 5 stars.“

“My wife, Sue, and I had a wonderful experience at Chase Cellars yesterday afternoon. We enjoyed the beautiful outdoor tasting area overlooking the vineyard. Tasted some terrific wines. But the best part of the experience was our tasting guide, Evan. He was a fun, knowledgeable highly personable guide, who took us through the history of the property as well as each of the delicious wines. Best tasting in the entire area. Definitely seek this one out.“

“The entire crew at Merryvale are simply the best! We frequently visit, as wine club members, and have enjoyed a variety of different tasting options, special events and pairings. Each and every time, we are greeted as if we are family and everyone goes out of the way to make our visit extra special. We happened to stop in one day three years ago just to check this winery out and it was the best decision we could have made. Now every trip to Napa Valley must include a stop here!“

“We had the pleasure of having Ian walk us through their beautiful wine selection, couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Ian was so knowledgeable about the history and flavor of the wine, absolutely delicious. Would 10/10 times come back.“

“First time out to Napa in almost a decade and this was my first stop. I had tried their wine back in 2017 in South Carolina and have wanted to visit their winery every since. I was lucky enough to be able to do so this week and it lived up to my expectations.

While the venue won't have you over the moon like Artesa or castle, it's truly the people and the wine that make this place. Their hospitality made me feel like I was back home in Kentucky. Ciara (Not sure if I am spelling her name right, I apologize) was a wonderful host and made the experience feel very personal.
She walked me through the wine, was a joy to chat with and was very attentive.

The wine itself lived up to what I expected. Reasonably priced and very flavorful. I am no wine expert so I won't drone on about the wine and just completely muck up wine tasting descriptions lol. That being said I did walk out of the store with more wine than I walked in with it.

People, Wine, Experience, all of it was great and I will absolutely be back. I cannot wait for my wine to come in the mail.

Thank you all for the experience!“

“Beautiful intimate setting with the most knowledgeable wine experts!“

“Per a recommendation from a friend, we spent the afternoon at Alpha Omega — so thankful for our time here! We had the most incredible service from
JoJo who truly felt like a friend! We spent the entire afternoon here and loved every wine we tried. Our favorite was the Chardonnay! This winery has the best outdoor spaces that invite you to spend all day sipping wine and chatting with your people! So thankful we spent our door on this stunning property with an incredible staff and incredible wine.“