Napa Cellars

We were delightfully surprised at how good the wines were at Napa Cellars.  We had been there previously but only tasted the Folie a Deux line by the same family.  These were in a lighter style and not to our taste.  The Napa Cellars wines are very different.  The hospitality during both visits, however, was very good.  Much thanks this time to Chira for being so helpful and pleasant.

Outside Tasting Room of Napa Cellars

Our tasting began with the 2010 Sauvignon Blanc at $18.  It had a pale yellow color that was more appealing than most SBs.  But it was not in a style I like, not being dry enough or having that crisp acidity that I look for in a SB.  Some people might like it because it is softer than your usual SB.  Much more to my liking was the 2009 Merlot at only $26.  This had a great cherry nose, nice balance, pleasant tannins, good fruit and a decent finish.  I think it is one of the better Merlots in this price range.  We also liked the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon that sells for only $26.  It was a nice cab for the price.  Our favorite was the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Stagecoach Vineyard at $48 which was a full cab with good fruit and very good balance.  It is quite good for this price.

The wines at Napa Cellars are quite good for the price.  If you are only a casual wine drinker, you might prefer the Folie a Deux wines.  More serious wine lovers should opt for the Napa Cellars flight. Situated right on highway 29, this is a winery that is easily reached.  We recommend you visit them.  I’d like to return sometime to try their Chardonnays, Zinfandel, Syrah and possibly some of their reserves.

Napa Cellars
7481 St. Helena Hwy
Oakville, CA 94562
(707) 944-2565
Visited 2/22/2012