Napa Valley wineries with the best views
Some of the valley's most memorable tastings happen on a terrace above the vines. Mountain estates on Howell, Spring and Diamond Mountain look out over forested ridges; hillside wineries along the Silverado Trail face west across the valley floor toward the Mayacamas. These wineries are known for their setting. Book an outdoor seat when you reserve, and aim for late afternoon if you want the light at its best.
24 wineries, ranked by guest rating. Details checked against each winery's own site.
Photo: Smith-Madrone Vineyards · Google
Smith-Madrone Vineyards & WineryWinery in St. Helena★ 5.0 (34) · From $65 per personPhoto: Jericho Canyon Vineyard · Google
Jericho Canyon VineyardWinery in Calistoga★ 5.0 (28) · From $100 per personPhoto: Pride Mountain Vineyards · Google
Pride Mountain VineyardsWinery in St. Helena★ 4.9 (376) · From $50 per personPhoto: Ehlers Estate · Google
Ehlers EstateWinery in St. Helena★ 4.9 (216) · From $125 per personPhoto: Storybook Mountain Winery · Google
Storybook Mountain VineyardsWinery in Calistoga★ 4.9 (112) · From $50 per personPhoto: Schweiger Vineyards & Winery · Google
Schweiger VineyardsWinery in St. Helena★ 4.9 (93) · Family-owned · ViewsPhoto: Shafer Vineyards · Google
Shafer VineyardsWinery in Napa★ 4.9 (65) · From $140 per personPhoto: Clos Pegase Winery · Google
Clos PegaseWinery in Calistoga★ 4.8 (922) · Architecture · ArtPhoto: Gregory Hughes · Google
Spring Mountain VineyardWinery in St. Helena★ 4.8 (221) · From $95 per personPhoto: Barnett Vineyards · Google
Barnett VineyardsWinery in St. Helena★ 4.8 (86) · From $125 per personPhoto: sIIcAnton · Google
O'Shaughnessy Estate WineryWinery in Angwin★ 4.8 (49) · Cave tour · Reservation onlyPhoto: Round Pond Estate Winery · Google
Round Pond EstateWinery in Rutherford★ 4.7 (512) · From $60 per personPhoto: Bouchaine Vineyards · Google
Bouchaine VineyardsWinery in Napa★ 4.7 (299) · From $45 per personPhoto: Odette Estate Winery · Google
Odette EstateWinery in Napa★ 4.7 (251) · Cabernet · ViewsPhoto: Cliff Lede Vineyards · Google
Cliff Lede VineyardsWinery in Yountville★ 4.7 (214) · From $40 per personPhoto: Honig Vineyard & Winery · Google
Honig Vineyard & WineryWinery in Rutherford★ 4.7 (196) · Sauvignon Blanc · Dog friendlyPhoto: Crème Brûlée · Google
Titus VineyardsWinery in St. Helena★ 4.7 (95) · From $60 per personPhoto: Ceja Vineyards Sonoma Wine Tasting Room · Google
Ceja VineyardsWinery in Sonoma★ 4.7 (53) · From $40 per personPhoto: Envy Wines · Google
Envy WinesWinery in Calistoga★ 4.6 (82) · From $35 per personPhoto: Jay Akhtar · Google
Mumm NapaWinery in Rutherford★ 4.5 (1,059) · From $48 per personPhoto: HALL Wines St. Helena · Google
HALL St. HelenaWinery in St. Helena★ 4.5 (757) · From $75 per personPhoto: Paul Freitas · Google
QuintessaWinery in Rutherford★ 4.5 (194) · From $125 per personPhoto: Nicole Williams · Google
Mayacamas VineyardsWinery in Napa★ 4.5 (74) · From $40 per personTips before you go
- Request outdoor seating when you book; views are often terrace-only.
- Late-afternoon slots get the best light, especially in fall.
- Mountain roads are winding: one hillside stop per half-day is plenty.
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