Napa Valley Wine Tour of the Mount Veeder Appellation

Winery Descriptions, Driving directions, Tasting Room, Contact Information

Hendry Winery
This is a classic family-owned small winery, a throwback to another era. Owner George Hendry and his nephew operate this small winery. The winery is open only by appointment, but George Hendry loves to have visitors come and taste his delicious wines. The vineyards are separted into small plots, each a microclimate. Each plot grows whatever grape George concludes will do best in this area of his vineyards. The results are deliciious wines. To get to the Hendry winery, take the Redwood Road exit off HIghway 29. On Redwood Road, go to the left when the road splits (about one mile). Continue another 1.5 miles. Watch on the right for the tiny Hendry sign at 3104 Redwood Road. You will need to call several days prior to your trip to make an appointment to visit this wonderful winery.

Tasting open by appointment only. (707) 226-8320
e-mail: info@hendrywines.com, Hendry Winery

Yates Family Winery
The Yates Family has been farming grapes since 1950 and has been making their own wine since 2005. They sell 80% of the grapes off to other wineries and keep the best of the crop for themselves. They use a portion of the Hendry winery facility to produce and showcase their wines. If you are at Hendry, either walk or drive up the hill behind the Hendry winery. There is door on the left that will get you into Yates. Be sure to call to arrange your visit to this secret winery.

Tasting open by appointment only. (707) 226-1800
e-mail: info@yatesfamilyvineyard.com, Yates

Rubisow Winery
Rubissow wines have been around for several years but hardly anyone but a few have ever tasted Rubissow wines, and even fewer have visited their home base on Mt. Veeder. If you like adventure and something very different in the Napa Valley, schedule an appointment to view some of the most beautiful vineyards in all of Napa and taste some very exquisite wines. This is a very hard winery to find. It is just before the turnoff to Hess. When you schedule your appointment

Tasting open by appointment only. (707) 253-8605
e-mail: peter@rubissowwines.com, Rubissow

Hess Collection Winery
Watch for the signs to the Hess Winery about four miles up Redwood Dr. At this point, Redwood Dr. turns to the left and after one mile you will arrive at the Hess Collection Winery. The Hess Collection Winery is a spectacular winery. The gardens are lovely and the walk to the tasting room takes you through a reflecting pond on one side and a beautifully covered wall of ivy on the other side. Tasting is $5.00 for the current releases and $10.00 for reserve tasting. Consider taking the self-guided tour, it is quite informative. This winery is a popular destination spot and it can be crowded on the weekends. The Hess Collection is a large production winery and has several labels of wine offerings. The Hess Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is an excellent value.

Tasting room is open daily 10 am to 4, (707) 255-1144
e-mail: info@hesscollection.com, Hess Collection Winery

Tips for your Napa Valley Wine Tour

You are encouraged to have a designated driver. Consider hiring a limousine or van service.

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Almost wineries in the Napa Valley charge a tasting fee. Expect to pay $10 or more to taste. Two people can always elect to share a tasting.

Some ideas for which wineries to visit.

Plan a picnic lunch. This is one of wine country’s greatest pleasures.

If you cannot picnic, enjoy a delicious lunch at one of Napa Valley’s many fine restaurants.

We list premium lodging and budget lodging.

Pace yourself and make a day of wine tasting. Don't forget your camera.

Visiting three wineries in one day is enough to you keep you busy and content with the slow and easy pace of wine country.

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