How to Make the Most of California Wine Country

Curated By

Rachel Kantrowitz

California
Food & Wine
Luxury Travel
Couples Travel
Napa Valley
Countryside
Vineyard
Outdoors

Vineyard in California with mountains at a distance.

Curator’s statement

Napa and Sonoma are truly magical. Between the food, the people, the scenery and of course the wine, it's the perfect destination to unwind. You can sit and look out over the vistas with a glass of King Cab or you can take an insiders tour of the winery, learning from the winemaker himself. California Wine Country is a true gem, no matter when you go.

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Where to stay California Wine Country

Andaz Napa

Comfort-first, contemporary boutique hotel within walking distance of the Napa Valley Wine Train.

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Hotel Yountville

Chic and romantic Napa getaway with a courtyard pool and fire pit as well as luxurious suites.

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Carneros Resort and Spa

The quintessential Wine Country escape, set on 28 vineyard-flanked acres, with three restaurants, a guests-only spa and included wellness classes.

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Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection

Experience the epitome of wine country luxury at Stanly Ranch in Napa, where vineyard views and exceptional hospitality create an unforgettable retreat.

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Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa

A serene sanctuary in California's wine country, offering luxury accommodations, a full-service spa and unparalleled access to vineyard adventures.

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Things to do California Wine Country

Chill vibes and tastings

Frog's Leap in Napa, Cliff Lede in Yountville and WALT Wines in Healdsburg.

Classic Napa Valley spots

Chateau Montelena in Calistoga, Silver Oak in Oakville and Alpha Omega in St. Helena.

A Day in Healdsburg

Flowers Winery, Jordan Winery and Gary Farrell Winery.

Places to eat & drink California Wine Country

A man sitting next to a glass of wine and a spit bucket.

Oakville Grocery: Breakfast and Lunch.

Bouchon Bakery: Thomas Keller's bakery for breakfast.

Gott's Roadside: Post-winery lunch.

The Charter Oak: Farm-to-table dinner.

Bouchon: Traditional French bistro dinner.

Oenotri: Italian dinner in Downtown Napa.

CADET Wine Bar: Drinks.

Bounty Hunter: BBQ in Downtown Napa.

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