Clos Pegase

What it's like

Clos Pegase is as much an architecture stop as a tasting stop. The estate was designed by Michael Graves in 1984, and the winery has recently been restored. It is set up as a place for both work and play, with tastings, tours and private events all on offer.

Who it's best for

Visitors who like their wine with a design story attached, and groups looking for a venue with some character. The site asks visitors to confirm they are 21 or older, so plan this as an adults' stop.

What to book

Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm, so it is closed early in the week. Tastings and tours are the main offerings, and the booking tools are on the winery's tastings page. Pricing and the current menu of experiences change, so check current prices and availability on their site before you go, and book ahead for weekends or any group.

Tasting rooms and the roads around Calistoga call for a designated driver, a rideshare or a guided tour.

How it fits into a day

Dunaweal Lane is home to several well-known stops, so Clos Pegase pairs naturally with Sterling Vineyards and Schramsberg Vineyards. A relaxed plan is one tasting here late morning, then lunch in downtown Calistoga. Because it is closed Monday and Tuesday, slot it into a midweek-to-weekend itinerary rather than the start of the week.