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Start New ThreadI was thinking about having lunch at Redd having read some of the reviews on this forum - I was wondering if anyone could recommend one or two wineries nearby to visit for tastings?
By ek27
on Mar 3, 2010 12:22 PM
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Probably one of the best places to go nearby is Ma(i)sonry. They serve Blackbird, a well as others, and have ongoing art exhibits. It's a short walk from Redd, and well worth a visit
http://www.maisonry.com/
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How close is close? There are a lot of great wineries in Spring Mountain area - Pride Mountain, Bennett, to name a few...
Or do you want something along the Silverado Trail - I like Regusci. Also, would recommend Frog's Leap for a fun experience (but reservations are required for their tours.. you can do a tasting, but tours are free and fun).
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We did the tour and tasting at Schramsberg then went to lunch at Redd. If you are into great sparkling wines it was worth the cost. Need to make a reservation. I thought they were quite generous with the wines. I also thought Redd was excellent and their lunch prices very good value.
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We loved our lunch at REDD! Right across the street is Domaine Chandon where I would suggest going. We will be back in the wine country soon, can't wait! :)
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Thanks for all the replies so far, lots of interesting choices. I'm probably thinking of somewhere within 30 minutes drive of Redd
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In 30 minutes from Redd, you can get to almost any winery on the valley floor. What are your preferences and price ranges? I've been to them all -- many more than once. One tasting room that's really close to Redd -- aside from Ma(i)sonry -- is Hope & Grace. They make some nice wines, including a version of Regusci Cabernet (mentioned above).
www.thirstyreader.com
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Price is not too much of a concern so much a a unique tasting experience -I'd rather go to a smaller winery than a large commercial one, which is why I'd be happy to travel a little.
I have a preference for reds (particularly Shiraz, but reds in general).
Any other recommendations apart from Maisonry and Hope & Grace.
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Some of the best wineries in Napa Valley are near Redd:
Gemstone, Keever, Kapscandy.
Additionally...
The Ma(i)sonry rec is a good one -- 11 wineries (IIRC) pouring in a charming old stone building
with modern art. Check out Tor Kenwood's wines there, among others.
http://www.maisonry.com/
Also, Hope & Grace is about a block away in a tasting room. Charles Hendricks makes ****wonderful**** wine. Opulent, perfectly balanced, not a fruit bomb in the lot. I tasted through the entire line recently.
Dominus Winery makes Euro-style swill and is one of the most amazing buildings in the entire valley.
Here is the Napa Valley Vintners Association list of wineries in Yountville:
https://www.napavintners.com/wineries...
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With an emphasis on Syrah, I would second the recommendations for Plumpjack, although they are part of the Plumpjack group of resorts and restaurants. If you want something really unique in that area, I might recommend Quixote, which does require and appointment. They specialize in Cab and Petit Sirah, and their building is designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, making it a very unique environment, to say the least.
www.thirstyreader.com
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I am planning a visit in May and have been asking friends for recommendations. A few of my friends highly recommend Reverie Winery in Calistoga. The tastings are done outdoors in a redwood grove. By the way, we are also planning to eat at Redd!
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Here are a few threads that have been invaluable in helping me plan my trips recently.
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/648263
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/643916
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/537370
You can probably do two or three appointments plus lunch depending on how much time you have in Napa. Neyers is a small winery that was recommended for its zins & though they require an appt., are very flexible.
Recommendations from various sources that don't require appointments...Plumpjack, Cosentino, Robert Sinskey, Elizabeth Spencer.
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