Top Yountville Adult Birthday Venues

• Spaces for 130-700 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space

Event space at The Estate Yountville includes eleven distinctly different locations offering over 55,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function spaces at Vintage House, and at our sister property, Hotel Villagio. At Vintage House it is the perfect backdrop for smaller, high-level meetings or events in one of the most luxe spaces in the area. Against an inspiring backdrop, memorable meetings, weddings and private events at The Estate Yountville seamlessly unfold. The Estate Yountville offers a spacious event center and beautifully terraced lawns and gardens, with expert staff attending to every event detail. Choose your setting, tell The Estate Yountville team your vision, and they will take care of the rest. Your wedding or special celebration will receive unparalleled personalized attention from their planning and culinary team to ensure your event is unforgettable and flawless.

• Spaces for 30-350 Guests
• 7 Wineries

Designed to be one with nature, our event spaces include lush lawns surrounded by immaculate gardens, an intimate Oak Grove with views of Stags Leap, and unique indoor spaces. Chandon, widely known for our prestigious sparkling wines, is conveniently located in walking distance to and from Yountville. Lush green lawns and breezy canopies in the silence of nature, let the majestic gardens at Chandon be the blank canvas for your special day.

Located in Yountville, CA, the Stewart Cellars Tasting Hall is within walking distance from some of Napa Valley’s most famous culinary attractions and luxury resorts. An unforgettable wine tasting experience awaits in a graceful indoor-outdoor property featuring three stone buildings oriented around a relaxing courtyard with interiors designed by Ken Fulk

• Spaces for 16-3,000 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 4 Bars
• 17 Total Spaces

Nestled in Napa Valley Wine Country, Silverado Resort is the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and natural beauty. Our enchanting indoor/outdoor venues can host gatherings of any style or size, whether wedding, corporate retreat, or family reunion. From the elegant chandeliers and panoramic views of our halls to the more intimate and serene atmosphere of our meeting rooms, our versatile spaces may be tailored to fit your vision — while our dedicated planners ensure that every detail is flawless. Immerse yourself in all the vibrant experiences Silverado Resort has to offer. Relax in our full-service spa, play a game of golf, or embark on a wine-tasting tour. Dine on locally inspired cuisine and unwind each night in warm and welcoming accommodations.

• Spaces for 80-250 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Vineyards
• 2 Total Spaces

At the heart of Ashes & Diamonds Winery is a love letter to the Napa Valley as it was in the 1960s, when it first appeared on the world scene, showing itself and Santa Cruz as a geological wonderland capable of producing world-class wines. The building of Ashes & Diamonds Winery, which is located at the gateway to Napa Valley along the valley's main artery, Highway 29, reflects the winery's mid-century aesthetic. The iconic zig-zag roof and portholes are just a few of the iconic references to the heritage of California mid-century modern design that have been seamlessly integrated with a state-of-the-art wine production facility that is surrounded by light, airy landscapes and playful, rolling berms as a tribute. When it comes to wine, Ashes & Diamonds Winery is the ultimate fusion of modern and traditional flavors, dedicated to presenting a diverse selection that adheres to an attitude of light-handed winemaking and transparency of terroir.

• Spaces for 375 Guests
• 1 Winery

Old World meets new at Beaulieu Garden, which expertly blends beauty, intimacy and tradition in a stunning, secluded and unforgettable setting. Your journey begins at the estate's entrance where a half-mile drive meanders beneath a canopy of sycamore trees. The beautiful grounds are perfectly suited for a romantic celebration, an exquisite dinner or an elegant reception. Imagine the exchange of vows in the sunken garden or dinner delightfully served under a sycamore arbor dappled with lights. As night falls, your guests can dance beneath the stars next to a sparkling pool bordered by manicured lawns and grape vines stretching up into the rolling hills beyond. At Beaulieu Garden, the possibilities for your event are limited only by your imagination. Beaulieu Garden is a stunning event site with formal gardens that reflect the European influence of the de Latour family. Old stone fountains, reflecting pools and, elegant statues are tucked throughout the park-like gardens. It is intimate, private, and perfect for romantic weddings! For one day this very special venue could be yours.

Bottega offers an unmistakably Italian sense of style in a stunning Napa Valley setting. Dine outside on their expansive patio, complete with two stone fireplaces to warm you on the coolest Napa nights. Inside, you’ll find a warm, rustic setting adorned with Venetian plaster, Murano glass chandeliers, soft leather chairs, and ample tables — the perfect atmosphere for a meal and an experience to remember. Like their food, the interior celebrates both the rustic and the refined: Olive greens, chocolate browns and deep reds create a warm and welcoming atmosphere palette. They also offer two indoor dining rooms with a private dining/wine room and bar, as well as five communal tables made of forty year-old timbers, Calcutta d’Oro marble, and recycled concrete. Chef, vintner, sustainable farmer, author, and Emmy®-winning TV host Michael Chiarello is a culinary icon. He was named Chef of the Year by Food & Wine magazine in 1985, just three years after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America. From his pioneering days at Tra Vigne, to his critically acclaimed Napa Valley restaurant Bottega, and San Francisco’s Coqueta — a 2013 James Beard Award Best New Restaurant Finalist — Michael has combined his passion for seasonal, global flavors, and sustainable living with his Southern Italian roots to create dishes that have inspired thousands. He has been a national television host of his own shows for over a decade on PBS, Food Network and Cooking Channel. Michael lives among his Napa Valley vineyards with his wife and children. For 30 years, Chef Michael Chiarello has made his home in Napa Valley, cooking, making wine, and sharing the best of Napa Valley with our guests. If you’re planning an event that calls for something extra special, Chef Chiarello and the staff would be delighted to provide a one-of-a-kind setting and create a menu to mark the occasion. You can also choose from a variety of Private Event dining packages featuring our seasonal menu. Let them create an unforgettable experience for you and your group. Known as our private dining room, Banchetto captures the rustic Italian look and feel of Chef Chiarello’s grandmother’s dining room, with expansive tables, comfortable chairs, and Murano glass chandeliers. Banchetto has its own private bar and lounge area, and is the ideal setting for intimate wedding celebrations and business gatherings alike. This area holds up to 56 guests. The Italian word “enoteca” is often used to describe the small wine shops found in Italian villages and towns. This unique space is located in the Bottega wine cellar, where you and your guests will enjoy food and hospitality surrounded by thousands of fine vintages from near and far. Enoteca is perfect for any gathering of wine aficionados and holds up to 16 guests. Bottega Terrazo is the choice for guests who want to experience the fresh air and surrounding natural beauty of Napa Valley while they savor Chef Chiarello’s culinary creations. Open year-round, the Terrazzo offers covered, open-air dining, with majestic fireplaces to keep you and your guests warm on the cool Napa Valley nights and holds up to 50 guests. For a few extra-special occasions, the entire Bottega restaurant space, including the kitchen and staff are available to create a truly unforgettable experience. As you might imagine, this requires a great deal of planning, so be sure to contact us well in advance. This holds up to 200 guests. A new, versatile space located just across from Bottega in our Mercato, Ottimo is a casual dining spot that can be transformed into a large formal dining room. This space is also ideal for late-night parties and celebrations that include live music and dancing. This holds up to 100 guests. Another option for dining al fresco, the new Ottimo Terrace offers the same open-air experience and amenities as the Bottega Terrazzo, but with even more space. Holds up to 140 guests. The Ottimo and Ottimo Terrace spaces can be combined for even larger events with up to 300 guests. The story of Chef Chiarello’s family is told every day in the kitchen, but also in every glass of wine from Chiarello Family Vineyards. Located in the V Market along with Bottega and Ottimo, the Family Tasting Salon can accommodate up to 18 guests. Guests can choose from the Group Dining Menu, or create a custom menu that includes Chiarello Family wine pairings.

information on private dining and events in general PRIVACY AND PRIVACY ROOMS We have two private dining rooms available for parties of 8-12 guests. Please see below for more information. The first is located on the second floor of the historic main restaurant, with a view of the culinary gardens on the first floor. There's also The Board Room, our newest private dining space, located in the annex building and featuring a 140-year-old tree that was transformed into a dining table by a local carpenter. The Board Room is located on the ground floor, directly across from our newly remodeled courtyard, and is easily accessible. TABLE WITH BAY LAUREL TREE It is possible to have up to 6 guests at the Bay Laurel Tree Table, which is a semi-private al fresco dining experience. This table can be found in the courtyard, beneath our historic bay laurel tree, on the right. From April to October, this table is available on a seasonal basis.

• Spaces for 17-200 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

At Bardessono, located in the heart of Napa Valley, Bardessono's approach to providing the finest of the good life is combined with a well-known admiration for the local community of craftsmen, chefs, and winemakers. Bardessono, which places a high priority on mindful living, serves as a model of hospitality via enduring expressions of land and family that have nurtured and nourished the original Bardessono family homestead. Luxury that is "deep green" with a subtle aesthetic, seclusion, and graciousness provides guests with a revitalized curiosity and a sense of purpose, lending true meaning to the term "mindful luxury." Whether intimate or grand, every event is one-of-a-kind. Our conference and event facilities, which can accommodate between 10-120 guests, provide a lovely setting for your next event. Excite your taste buds. Allow your senses to be indulged. In terms of look, texture, scent, and taste, Lucy's dining experience is extraordinary. Our gardens provide us with inspiration for new and interesting dishes on a daily basis. And the wine itself is a source of great joy and laughter. Lucy will be a hit with you.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

North Block Hotel is a magnificent place to call home during your stay in Napa Valley, located at the north end of town in wine country's most desirable epicurean locale. Yountville is a food and wine lover's paradise, with restaurants, small-production wine tasting facilities, and boutique shops all within walking distance of our front door. The North Block Hotel features a beautiful courtyard for special occasions, as well as an award-winning Italian-inspired restaurant, Redd Wodd by renowned Chef Richard Reddington. For you and your guests to enjoy before your big event, the North Block Hotel also has a lovely outdoor pool area and an exclusive spa. North Block Hotel offers a warm and unpretentious wine country setting for any special occasion, whether it's a wedding, birthday, shower, corporate retreat, or more, with fresh, contemporary decor, unique amenities, and just a bit of cheekiness. With our exclusive Private Dining options, you may celebrate anything in classic North Block flair. Make it a Yountville private dinner occasion to remember with us, with a picture perfect setting for parties of 8 to 20.

• Spaces for 30-150 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 7 Total Spaces

Welcome to wine country’s most romantic destination. With breathtaking views, five-star accommodations and service, and a Michelin Star-rated culinary program, weddings and special events at Auberge du Soleil are nothing short of magical. Recognized as Napa Valley’s most iconic venue, Auberge du Soleil's dedicated team is dedicated to helping you create memories that will last a lifetime. Auberge du Soleil is an elegant country inn nestled in a 33-acre sunlit olive grove on the slopes of Rutherford Hill on the eastern verge of the Napa Valley. At Auberge du Soleil, you will be pampered and indulged with personal attention as you plan your wedding day. Enjoy the best in hospitality from Auberge du Soleil's team of professionals who specialize in setting the standard for destination weddings in Napa Valley. Savor each moment as you enjoy an exquisite menu prepared especially for you by our Michelin Star culinary team led by Executive Chef, Robert Curry. The Mediterranean-inspired cuisine showcases the freshest, seasonal ingredients from local and regional providers. Allow Wine Director, Kris Margerum to create the perfect pairing for your celebratory menu, with selections from the hotel’s award-winning wine cellar. Auberge du Soleil provides the ideal backdrop for your special celebration with two unique venues designed to accommodate events of 2 to 120 guests. Images capturing your wedding ceremony and reception will be framed by the natural beauty of this unmatched picturesque landscape. Terraced down the hillside with views of the renowned Napa Valley, the sun and earth-toned maisons house 50 guest rooms and suites, each with its own private outdoor terrace, fireplace, Mediterranean inspired décor and original contemporary art. All rooms and suites at Auberge du Soleil feature spacious bathrooms with separate showers and soaking tubs, custom crafted bath products, luxurious Italian linens, down bedding and duvets, along with complimentary guest amenities including wine, fruit, snacks, espresso and soft drinks. Complete your special day by staying with us for a memorable night at Auberge du Soleil and receive a 10% discount on your room. The facility fee includes the exclusive use of your selected private dining space, tables, Italian white linen overlay on caramel linen, natural wood Chiavari dining chairs, service ware, glassware, Riedel crystal stemware, silver, dance floor, event setup and breakdown, staffing, complimentary valet parking (for parties up to 30), and a dedicated private dining manager to assist with day of event coordination. The ceremony fee includes use of a private ceremony location, natural wood Chiavari chairs, and white shade parasols.

Address: 915 Oakville Cross Road, Oakville, California, 94562 Description: The Silver Oak Napa Valley tasting room in Oakville is open by appointment only on limited days and in compliance with county and California public health and safety guidelines. Designed with a timeless Napa Valley identity, we are located between Highway 29 and Silverado Trail on the original site where Silver Oak was founded in 1972. Step inside and visitors discover our glasshouse library displaying library vintages dating back to the 1970s, American Oak barrel chai, and history gallery. Business Hours: Mon: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tue: 10:00am - 5:00pm Wed: 10:00am - 5:00pm Thu: 10:00am - 5:00pm Fri: 10:00am - 5:00pm Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm Sun: 10:00am - 5:00pm For more information, please contact us with the details below: Contact Telephone: +1 707-942-7022

• Spaces for 140-480 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

The Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa is the ideal location for any memorable occasion. The Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa features versatile indoor and outdoor event rooms for all types of personal and spectacular celebrations, from weddings to corporate groups. A team of experienced wedding planners at the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa will help you personalize the details of your special wine country wedding, corporate meeting, or special event. For your special occasion, the hotel's world-class culinary experts will create something absolutely unique. A destination wedding at the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa is also possible. For your celebration and ceremony, the venue boasts 20,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor settings. The Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa also has cutting-edge audio visual equipment for meetings and special occasions. With over 22,000 square feet of centralized meeting and event space, our Napa Valley hotel's wide collection of venues is ideal for events such as board meetings, seasonal festivities, trade exhibits, and more.

• 1 Winery

The vintners and hospitality staff at Wheeler Farms welcome the opportunity to create an unforgettable wine experience for you and your guests. Wheeler Farms offers a classic wine country setting with a contemporary sensibility, where you'll enjoy historic Cabernet vineyard views from the modern comfort of a stunning new hospitality space. You will be able to custom-design your event, from an intimate dinner in the 1880 Dining Room to a joyous outdoor celebration in the vineyard. The beauty of the Napa Valley will be the backdrop of your Wheeler Farm event, and the Wheeler Farm event team looks forward to making it extraordinary for you.

Founded in 1978 by Gary Andrus, Pine Ridge Vineyards sits in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, famous for Cabernet Sauvignon wines of distinctive power and elegance. Today, the winery owns estate vineyards in five premier Napa Valley appellations: Stags Leap District, Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros. Everyone on their team, from vineyard to cellar, is united in the desire to create wines that honor their remarkable origins with unique expression. At Pine Ridge Vineyards, they are committed to and have always embraced sustainable practices. They take every step we can to preserve the ecosystem of the region, and their Napa Green certification demonstrates their commitment as responsible stewards of the land. The multidisciplinary in-house Green Team meets regularly to monitor and improve their practices and to implement the latest sustainable practices, ensuring long-term viability of the business and quality of life in the community. This philosophy allows them to deliver wines that express their natural origin and will be complex and elegant for years to come. Since their founding in 1978, Pine Ridge Vineyards has invested in 160 acres of estate vineyards, 47 of which are in our home appellation, Stags Leap District. They also own vineyards throughout the most renowned growing regions of Napa Valley: Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros. This great diversity of terroir inspires their winemaking team to craft wines that reflect the outstanding characteristics of their distinct origins. Since 2003, Gustavo Aviña, the Director of Viticulture, has worked intimately with every Pine Ridge Vineyards estate property. He and his team understand the soils and climates of the winery’s vineyards. If he had to choose a favorite, Gustavo might pick Howell Mountain. He likes the way this steeply sloping vineyard is challenging to farm; it’s also the first vineyard he developed from the ground up for Pine Ridge Vineyards. Their winemaking philosophy is guided by the thoughtful selection of vineyard blocks designated for each wine. Their goal is to honor the unique winemaking needs of each of our estate vineyards in five different appellations, as well as the ever-changing demands of each new vintage. Meticulous attention to detail in the cellar allows them to craft appellation wines that express their distinct terroir with power, elegance, and texture. The Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon blend is produced from as many as 80 different small lots—wines that showcase the complex expression of this storied winegrowing region. Our winemaking team also leads extensive barrel trials to determine the aging approaches that best enhance the personality of each wine; these programs are well-known locally for bringing winemakers together in the rustic ambiance of their caves.

Brix Restaurant and Gardens in Yountville, California opened on March 28, 1996 with a clear focus on providing a farm-to-table dining experience. More than two acres of gardens and orchards provide ingredients for a new menu inspired by the culinary traditions of Northern California, accented by international technique. Owned by the Kelleher family, the restaurant’s name reflects the measurement of sugar levels at which the grapes for the Kelleher Family Vineyard’s Cabernet Sauvignon are harvested. Brix Restaurant and Gardens “Best of Award of Excellence” and Napa Valley Wine List Award wine list is California focused including hard-to-find bottlings and featuring winery exclusive Napa offerings. Their corkage policy is $20 per 750ml bottle, limited to one bottle per person per table with a maximum of 6 bottles. We waive one corkage for every bottle that is purchased from our list. Set on 16 prime Napa Valley acres, the grounds are abundantly planted with vegetables and herbs in 25 raised beds. They also have a fruit and citrus orchard alongside extensive flowering gardens which we encourage you to explore. Last but not least, their Kelleher Family Vineyard is in the Oakville AVA and they bottle a highly rated estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The dual themes of winemaking and farm-to-table cuisine run through the three private dining rooms at Brix. Stunning views of the vineyards are the focus in our two Provencal-inspired rooms adjacent to the main dining room. Inside the main dining room, they offer the gorgeous Reserve Cellar for smaller parties, where guests are surrounded by tastefully displayed cases of wine in a red-hued room. In all of the private event areas, guests can expect the stellar service and cooking for which the restaurant is well-known. Imagine your special day with family and friends surrounded by flower gardens, grapevines, hillside vineyard views and the Mayacamas Mountains as the backdrop. Brix offers our fabulous vineyard site for your special ceremony anywhere from two to 200 guests. Ceremony site fee includes Chiavari chairs, dance floor, water service, market umbrellas, vegetable garden pre and post-wedding reception area and set up in the private vineyard ceremony site.

Mustards Grill has been a Napa Valley landmark for almost 40 years. It is a beloved lunch spot for its comfort food classics that pair perfectly with Napa's best wines. Mustards is known around Napa as the "fancy rib joint with way too many wines" known for its combination of comfort food as well as sophistication.

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, notably known for being the winery that won the Cabernet Sauvignon competition in the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris, was founded in 1970, and is considered a Napa Valley first-growth estate. In 1969, The founder of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars first tasted with Nathan Fay, whose scenic vineyard below the rocky promontory of the Stags Leap Palisades, so named because of the legend of the stag who successfully eluded hunters by leaping to freedom across the district's landmark peaks, was the first planting of Cabernet Sauvignon in what later became the Stags Leap District. In 1970, The founder purchased the 44 acre property, which was primarily a prune orchard, next to Nathan Fay's vineyard, named the property Stag's Leap Vineyards, and replanted it to Cabernet Sauvignon and a little bit of Merlot. Stag's Leap Wine Cellars was born. In 1972, The first vintage of S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon is produced. In 1973, The first winery building is completed, and the now historic 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon becomes the first wine made in the new red wine facility. In 1974, The first vintage of CASK 23 is produced after consulting winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff, while tasting through the lots of wine from this vintage, decided that one lot, which was in the large wooden cask numbered 23, was so beautiful and deliciously distinct that it should be bottled separately. In 1976, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars won the Cabernet Sauvignon category in a blind tasting staged by Steven Spurrier, an English wine merchant in Paris, among French wine experts between American and French wines. This later became known as the famous Judgment of Paris. In 1986, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars purchased FAY vineyard from Nathan Fay. In 1989, The Stags Leap District in Napa Valley was established as an American Viticultural Area. In 1990, The first bottling of FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was produced from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. In 1996, A bottle of the history-making 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon was placed in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian’s national Museum of American History. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars begins the excavation of its wine caves. In 2000, The Napa wine caves were completed with an entrance called The Arcade, designed by Barcelona-based architect Javier Barba. There are over 34,000 square feet of tunnels, and one of only about 50 Foucault pendulums in the world, which suspended from the ceiling, marks the passing of time and the aging of wine. In 2001, The first vintage of ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon, named for the Greek Goddess of the Hunt, was produced. In 2007, A partnership between Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Marchesi Antinori proudly accepted the stewardship of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and its legacy. In 2013, The iconic 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon was named one of the Smithsonian's "Objects that Made America". In 2014, Designed by Barcelona-based architect Javier Barba, the must-see FAY Outlook & Visitors Center opens, allowing visiting guests to take in beautiful panoramic views of FAY Vineyard while experiencing the top-notch Stag's Leap Wine Cellars hospitality.

RSV is a second-generation, family-owned and operated vineyard and winery guided by the principle that the craft of winegrowing begins with the care of the soil. Every vine for every wine was planted by RSV with every vineyard certified* organic. One could say that RSV is beyond organic. Since 1991, RSV has been practicing the “whole farm” philosophy of interrelationships based on Rudolph Steiner’s 1928 lecture “Agriculture.” This approach addresses the damage done by modern, mechanized farming to heal an ailing earth, tapping into the rhythms of nature, encouraging natural processes to grow balanced wine grapes that require little more than attentiveness to craft into expressive, vibrant and living wines. RSV approaches the cellar with purist sensibilities. Winemaker Jeff Virnig provides the knowledge of nearly 35 years in the RSV cellar and vineyards, crafting wines that are true to variety and place. RSV to maintains a house style of elegance, balance and finesse. RSV does not submit wine for review by score-centric critics, because to taste wine in a competitive atmosphere, without food on the table, rewards muscular wines that shout while ignoring well-crafted wines of subtlety and grace that compliment the table… attributes that define the fine wines of RSV. Fine wine needs to evolve from a distinct point of view – a self-imposed discipline to navigate the siren song of temptation. Otherwise, you may wake up one day to find yourself fabricating a wine to placate a critic or fill a market segment, and discover your craft has devolved into just another recipe for soulless wine. Find out why RSV was named Sunset magazine’s tasting room of the year and the Wine Spectator featured it as a must visit winery in Napa Valley. But don’t take their word for it, come see it for yourself. Great wine is about good food and good people. You will find all that and more at RSV. RSV is dedicated to the agrarian, culinary experience. Sheep graze the vineyards and provide wool, pelts and meat. Edible landscape, extensive culinary gardens and fruit orchards cover the winery grounds and vineyards. Beehives dot the backside of RSV’s Capa Vineyard where they pollinate the orchards and provide honey. RSV has even planted an experimental truffle orchard with English Oaks and Filberts… because elegant, balanced wines should be served with produce and meats from the gardens and/or artisan purveyors and prepared in RSV’s Vineyard Kitchen.

Opus One is the realized dream of two men: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi. Together, the founders set out to create a single wine dedicated to the pursuit of uncompromising quality. This mission shapes every vintage, today and for generations to come. Rising gently from the earth around it, the Opus One winery does not rush to reveal itself. The building sits in harmony with its natural surroundings, offering a soft transition from the vineyard to its lush, green grass exterior. Just as it honors the land, it honors the light. Great winemaking begins in the vineyard. When the founders created Opus One, they dreamed of a great wine that would transcend generations. Nearly four decades later, they continue to refine the complex subtleties of Opus One by honoring traditional methods and the continual pursuit of innovation and improvement. The estate vineyards of Opus One, comprised of four parcels, sit in the western portion of the famed Oakville AVA. Two parcels, totaling 100 acres, are within the renowned To Kalon Vineyard. These are complemented by the combined 70 acres of the Ballestra and River parcels, which envelop the winery. In the vineyards, hand-harvesting and other traditional approaches are taken wherever they work best. When modern techniques benefit the wine-growing process, they are researched, evaluated, and integrated into practice. Guided by the vision of the founders, the winemaker, Michael Silacci, combines intuition and technical acumen with the dual perspective of viticulturist and winemaker. From tasting berries to careful sorting and extended aging in new French oak barrels, each stage of the winemaking process is afforded the same meticulous consideration and attention. After 18 months, the wine is bottled and held for an additional 15 months until release on October 1st each year. As farmers and artisans, deeply concerned with the collective future, Opus One recognizes that sustainability practices benefit the winery, its neighbors, and its customers. The culture and internal practices at Opus One reflect their commitment to conservation and responsible consumption in the areas of energy, water, waste management, transportation, purchasing, and food. They have been certified as a green winery as part of the Napa Valley Vintners- Napa Green Initiative and is implementing more than 100 favorable and environmentally friendly procedures.