Go for a private tasting at our favorite vineyard! If you love heavy Cabs - you will LOVE Diamond Creek!

This is the vineyard that put Napa Valley on the map AND Nikki's first winery where she fell in love with the Napa Valley wine culture. Incredible history and charm - not to mention a breathtaking castle and mountain views.

Come see our favorite "Dr. Seuss Trees!" This winery is known for its warm hospitality and scenic grounds: lush gardens, iconic sycamore tree lines, vineyard vistas, and a striking landmark tower with stained glass that makes for memorable wine‑country ambience. This was the vineyard that introduced Nikki to reds!

Quintessa wines are known for their balance, complexity, and age-worthiness. A tour around the vineyard is a must. You will love it here!

When Timmy was starting to open Nikki's wine palate, Cakebread bottles were some of the first she enjoyed! Cakebread is particularly celebrated for their Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Silver Oak Cellars is an iconic Napa Valley winery, best known for producing rich, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. This is one of our favorite cabs!

An intimate tasting experience. This vineyard is like family to us!

The Abacus Tour and Tasting at ZD Wines is their top‑tier wine experience. It includes a private, behind‑the‑scenes cellar tour, barrel sampling of the Reserve Cabernet that contributes to Abacus, and a seated tasting of both Reserve/Library wines. With a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the estate, you will love it here!

Groth is known for its exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, particularly the Reserve. Tastings offer a relaxed, garden-set experience showcasing Groth’s balanced, expressive wines in the heart of Napa’s famed Oakville. The Estate Tour is highly recommended!

The Hall Rutherford tasting is a premium, appointment-only experience set at their exclusive estate in the Rutherford Hills. Guests enjoy a guided tour through the vineyard, wine caves, and art-filled Chandelier Room, where a seated tasting features limited-production Cabernet Sauvignons and other flagship wines. With stunning views, elegant design, and top-tier hospitality, it’s one of Napa Valley’s most elevated tasting experiences. It is one of our favorites!

Hall's Saint Helena property blends heritage and modern design. With over 35 pieces of contemporary art around the grounds and a beautiful outdoor patio space, you will be pleasantly surprised by what this vineyard has to offer!

V Wine Cellar, located within Yountville's V Marketplace, is a premier wine destination offering an extensive selection of wines from around the world. The space features a lounge, tasting room, private dining areas, and an outdoor patio ideal for enjoying cigars or champagne sabering.

Notable establishments within V Marketplace include:

* Clementine - Chef Thomas Keller's newest French/American restaurant! The lamb flatbread is to die for!

* Bottega - An Italian restaurant by renowned Chef Michael Chiarello, offering rustic Italian cuisine with a California twist.

* Kollar Chocolates - A boutique chocolatier... everything smells and tastes delicious!

Il Posto Trattoria is a cozy, family‑friendly Italian restaurant in Napa (Solano Avenue, North Napa) known for its warm, unpretentious atmosphere and high quality, rustic Italian fare. Amazing pizza, salads and arancini! We come here multiple times during every trip!

Cole’s Chop House in Napa is a classic American steakhouse located in a historic downtown building, known for its high‐quality meats, steaks dry‑aged 21 days, fresh seafood, and elegant yet warm atmosphere. It features an extensive wine list with local Napa Cabernets, a refined full bar, and lovely outdoor patio seating. These are Nikki's favorite lamb chops. We love the food, and we love the staff... we come here multiple times every trip!

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil is a refined, Michelin‑starred dining experience perched high in Rutherford with stunning panoramic views of Napa Valley. Chef Robert Curry leads a seasonally driven kitchen that draws on French and California influences, using fresh local ingredients to craft beautifully presented, multi‑course tasting menus or prix fixe meals. Both lunch and dinner are amazing, but we highly recommend the lunch as we feel you can enjoy the outdoor seating and views much more.

The Saint is a chic, candlelit cocktail lounge and tasting room located in downtown Saint Helena. The menu features a curated selection of boutique wines from Napa and around the world, complemented by artisan cheeses, charcuterie boards, and small bites.

Gotts is a beloved casual spot serving up elevated American roadside classics. Known for its burgers, salads, tacos, crispy chicken sandwiches, and hand-spun organic shakes - all in a relaxed outdoor picnic-style setting. It’s family‑friendly, lively, and a perfect break during wine‑country explorations. We recommend the Saint Helena location!

We come here every morning for coffee and a small bite. Delicious bites and smells heavenly! Molly loves the blueberry muffins!