As much as we love San Francisco, sometimes we want to slow our pace, step away from the fog, and just sip cabernet under the Napa Valley sun. Although it’s a mere hour-long drive from SF, Napa’s idyllic vineyards and crave-worthy eateries feel like a world away. This is your guide to the best food, wineries, hotels, and services that the area has to offer.
TASTE
Artesa
Artesa Winery overlooks the renowned appellation of Carneros in southern Napa Valley. For 7X7 readers, we’re offering a 20% discount on our Specialty Tasting Programs through March 31, 2015. Please reference code 7X7. Book your required reservations at tours@artesawinery.com. We look forward to seeing you! 1345 Henry Rd., Napa, 707-254-2126, artesawinery.com
Ca’ Momi
We are an Italian lifestyle brand rooted in soulful tradition and Napa Valley spirit. Our heart-crafted Napa Valley wines, produced by winemakers Stefano Migotto and Dario De Conti, are made with the intention of bringing joy to every day life. 610 1st St., Napa, 707-257-4992, camomiwinery.com
Hall
You can’t miss the massive 35-foot Bunny Foo-Foo at the entrance of Hall Wines. The spectacular winery & tasting room boasts a portfolio of award winning wines and an impressive collection of modern art including San Francisco artist Patrick Dougherty’s stick work installation. HALL recently introduced a series of unique wine experiences including Demystifying Food & Wine, The World of Cheese, Ultimate Cabernet Collector, daily Wine 101, and Wine & Art Exploration tours. 401 St. Helena Hwy. South, St. Helena, 707-967-2626, hallwines.com
Hestan Vineyards
Enjoy the award-winning wines of Thomas Rivers Brown & Jeff Gaffner in this stunning tasting salon. We feature complex Bordeaux varietals from Napa Valley and exclusive Ruffoni Italian cookware. Open Sun-Wed 11am-6pm, Thurs-Sat 10am-7pm. 6548 Washington St., Yountville, 707-945-1002, hestan.com
Priest Ranch
Visit our Priest Ranch tasting room in the heart of Yountville, with wines available for purchase and tasting. Priest Ranch wines represent the diversity and richness of the Somerston Estate. Also featured are artisan cheese plates and unique chocolate pairings. Open daily 11am-7pm. 6490 Washington St., Yountville, 707-944-8200, priestranchwines.com
Terra Valentine
Visitors to Terra Valentine experience private, seated tastings Wednesday through Saturday in a secluded indoor/outdoor space at our new location just off the Silverado Trail. Be sure to book your space in advance. 264 North Crystal Spring Rd., Saint Helena, 707-967-8340, terravalentine.com
DINE
Ca’ Momi
Join us at Ca’ Momi Enoteca, where we are passionate about sustaining and sharing old-world Italian cuisine. Our obsessively authentic dishes are made with the best organic, local, and Italian ingredients. 610 1st St., Napa, 707-257-4992, camomienoteca.com
STAY
Villagio Inn & Spa
The Villagio Inn & Spa holds all the charm of a countryside village in Tuscany. Relax at Spa Villagio in a uniquely designed spa suite. 6481 Washington St., Yountville, 800-351-1133, villagio.com
Vintage Inn
Enjoy accommodations in Yountville at Vintage Inn, an intimate French country-style inn with wine country elegance. 6541 Washington St., Yountville, 800-351-1133, vintageinn.com
