Napa Sonoma Blend Wine Tours
PH: 707-812-3666
What makes us different?
Objectivity-Our only mission is to provide you with the type of experience you desire from the beginning wine novice to the seasoned connoisseur. Through our wine country relationships established over 12 years we can provide you with access to wineries you wouldn’t otherwise have known about; We do NOT take any financial consideration from ANY wineries. Our only satisfaction is connecting you with the type of day you want. This is our ironclad policy.
Custom experiences to make your visit to the wine country a memory you’ll never forget. Even if it’s your first time here we’ll whet your appetite to come back again. What is appropriate for a newcomer to wine isn’t appropriate for a seasoned wine collector. Whatever your level of interest we will provide you with unique experiences that will help you to enjoy this confusing world of wine and not be intimidated by it. After all-wine is to enjoy and the best wine in the world to you is the one you love!!
Commitment to the highest customer service standards. Thie starts with the initial contact through the “day of ” experience. Our tagline is “Your Concierge For The Day” and we stand by it. Whatever we can do to make your stay as hassle-free as possible is our objective.
An experience. Not an on-demand driver. With the ever-present availability of this service, we respect its place in your transportation choices. However, we are here to provide you with a memory and not just a ride. Our experience,, knowledge and relationships will give you a higher level of service. More importantly-we comply with all State of California regulations governing our industry including mandatory liability insurance coverage and licensing. We take our passengers health and safety seriously and include on board hand sanitizers; masks; pre-boarding temperature readings; plastic mats and seat covers as part of our daily sanitary procedures.
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First time coming out to Wine Country? It can be overwhelming to navigate logistics; etiquette; price expectations; food offerings etc. during the pandemic. Here’s some general tips to make your day something to remember:
-Due to the current Covid crisis appointments will be required and wineries cannot accommodate anything more than groups of 6 at a time. Most wineries that close at 4-5 p.m. will have a last tasting scheduled at 3-3:30 p.m. so it’s generally not possible to schedule a last minute drop in or tasting beyond that point. The handful of wineries that stay open till 6 p.m. will have a last tasting scheduled at 4:30-5 p.m.
-Picnicking at wineries is generally prohibited so best to schedule a sit down lunch somewhere else unless the winery offers a food/wine pairing.
-Be aware that tastings are exclusively outside and conditions in the afternoon can be anywhere from the 80s in temperature to the mid 90s from May to October. Best to plan for afternoon tastings in the southern napa valley or southern sonoma where it can be cooler
-Tasting fees in Napa will average from $45 pp on up. Also bottle prices can range from $35-300. Club signups will avoid some tasting fees but keep these costs in mind when booking a Napa visit. Sonoma County is still in the $25-$45 pp range for tasting fees depending on the experience and bottle prices range from $20-175. The policy for refunding tastings with purchases is also much more liberal in Sonoma than in Napa Valley. This does not mean quality is better in one area than the other or that one is more greedy than the other. These are the general costs and worth thinking about when planning a wine country visit.
-Tipping in tasting rooms is generally not expected (though appreciated). Wine club signups and purchases are a way to show how much you enjoyed the experience if someone did a good job. So if you feel like tipping feel free but it is not a common practice.
WINERY OF THE MONTH
When you’re up in Howell Mountain make sure to visit Steve up at Bravante Vineyards. It is still possible to have a unique boutique experience without breaking the bank. I find the price to quality ratio to be one of the best in Napa Valley. You won’t regret it!! My favorite is their Cabernet Franc. More info at the website below:
Blending Partners
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Marty Paradise Private Chef
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