Our Guide to California's Wine Country

Napa Valley is located in the renowned wine producing region north of San Francisco, and delivers the best of local produce, vineyards, music and culture. One of the most charming spots in the world, this 25 mile block of lush California land represents the quintessential Wine Country that made the Napa Valley famous.

The Napa Valley starts at the mouth of the Napa River, near the north end of San Francisco Bay, and continues north to Calistoga and the top of the growing region. It is just one of many valleys in the Napa County, although it is the largest and the most well known by far. After the gold rush, San Francisco prosperity caused a huge demand for wine, and today there are more than 200 wineries throughout Napa Valley.

The Napa Valley offers a variety of options for exciting ways to spend your day, along with the world-class wineries. The region has plenty of local leisure activities: from elegant train rides, to hot air balloon rides, fine dining, musical festivals and local community events.

If wine tasting is your main goal, be sure to visit world-class wineries such as Sterling and Robert Mondavi to experience their distinctive signature wines. These two wineries provide the most interesting and edifying wine tours in North America, if not the world.

Start your day at the luxurious Milliken Creek Inn and Spa, and no matter what you choose to do with your time, your visit to Napa Valley will be a delightful experience.

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