From August through October, Napa Valley buzzes with the energy of the harvest season. It's a time when winery teams are busy picking grapes and working the crush pads, transforming the year’s crop into wine. Many wineries offer special harvest tours, giving visitors a behind-the-scenes look at this fascinating process. From walking the vineyards and tasting freshly pressed juice to grape stomping and crafting your own custom blend, harvest time is one of the most exciting and immersive experiences Napa has to offer. Keep in mind that most of these events require reservations, so plan ahead and contact wineries for availability.
From Fruit to Wine: The Magic of Harvest
Location: Groth Vineyards & Winery
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Price: $125 per person
At Groth Vineyards, you’ll get a true insider’s view of harvest. Start with a walk through the vineyard to gather grapes, followed by an evaluation of their ripeness to determine the perfect pick date. Then, tour the crush pad and cellar to witness the early stages of winemaking in action. As a bonus, you’ll taste the season’s first juice alongside a flight of Groth wines.
Location: Trefethen Family Vineyards
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Price: $280 per person | $224 for wine club members
Get your hands dirty at Trefethen Family Vineyards by picking grapes yourself during this immersive experience. After harvest, enjoy a stunning al fresco lunch paired with their estate wines. Then, follow the freshly picked grapes into the winery to learn about the winemaking process from start to finish.
Location: Estate Yountville
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Price: $75 for adults | $35 for children
Estate Yountville's harvest festival offers something for everyone. With free family-friendly events, including live music and kid-friendly entertainment, it’s a fun day out for all ages. For a hands-on experience, purchase tickets for grape stomping, wine tastings, and harvest-inspired snacks.
Location: Bouchaine Vineyards
Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
Price: $150 per person | $100 for wine club members
Celebrate the 2024 harvest at Bouchaine Vineyards with a day of grape picking and stomping. You’ll get the chance to clip grape clusters right from the vine and take home a grape-juice-dyed t-shirt to commemorate the occasion. Enjoy live music and soak in the harvest vibes.
Location: Benessere Vineyards
Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Price: $135 per person | $85 for wine club members
Join in on the fun at Benessere Vineyards, where live music and competitive grape stomping set the tone for a lively harvest party. Complete your experience with a delicious outdoor lunch paired with world-class wine.
Location: V. Sattui Winery
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Price: $180 per person | $145 for wine club members
This open house-style event at V. Sattui Winery offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at harvest. Enjoy an old-fashioned grape stomp, meet the winemakers and growers, and sample from over 45 wines. With live music and plenty of food, it’s a true celebration of the season.
Can’t make it to Napa during harvest? No problem—several wineries offer interactive, hands-on experiences year-round that allow you to step into the shoes of a winemaker.
Ever dreamed of being a winemaker? At Raymond Vineyards, you can take part in their “Winemaker For a Day” program. Blend your own Napa Valley Bordeaux-style red, bottle it, and create your own custom label to take home. Available Wednesday through Monday, the experience costs $175 per person, with a 20% discount for members.
Judd’s Hill offers a unique “Bottle Blending Day Camp” where guests can learn the art of blending. After a personal tasting and education session, you’ll perfect your own Bordeaux-style blend using samples from four different varietals. This fun and educational experience is great for singles, couples, and groups—and can even be done remotely over Zoom. Be sure to reserve at least 24 hours in advance.
Whether you're stomping grapes, crafting your own blend, or simply soaking in the harvest atmosphere, Napa Valley’s harvest season is an unforgettable experience. Just remember to book your next limousine, party bus, sprinter van or private car service early, as these popular events fill up quickly!
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