Experience 01

The Life of a Grape | $50 per person

From vine to glass.

What makes grapes grown in Calistoga so distinctive? Discover how sunshine, cool nights, ripeness, sugar, and acidity influence flavor. This guided tasting follows the grape through four expressions: fresh grape juice, estate-grown verjus, finished Viognier or Syrah, and Late Harvest Chardonnay. Learn how sweetness and acidity evolve during the growing season and why their balance matters in the finished wine.

Experience 02

Napa Valley Discovery Flight | $100 per person

Four wines. Distinctive vineyards. One remarkable valley.

Begin with an introduction to the Calistoga AVA and the growing conditions that make it distinctive. Then travel through Napa Valley one glass at a time, exploring how vineyard location, soils, elevation, climate, and winemaking influence aroma, flavor, texture, and structure. An ideal first stop before visiting the region’s wineries.

Experience 03

Napa Premier Wine Flight | $120 per person

Exceptional vineyards. Distinctive wines.

Explore premium selections from notable Napa Valley producers. Compare the influences of hillside and valley-floor sites, volcanic and alluvial soils, and varied microclimates on Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Discover how the character of each wine reflects its vineyard origins and winemaking choices.

Experience 04

Library Wine Experience | $100 per person

Discover the beauty of time.

Step back in time with carefully cellared selections, including wines from the early 2000s. Explore how fruit character, tannins, acidity, texture, and structure evolve as wine ages. Learn why growing conditions and balance matter to age-worthy wines, and enjoy a memorable introduction to Napa Valley winemaking history. Library selections are subject to availability.

Experience 05

Little Somm Experience | $30 per person

A vineyard adventure for younger explorers.

Young guests discover the flavors of the vineyard through a playful, alcohol-free tasting of fresh grape juices, verjus, and a custom grape-inspired mocktail. Learn how sunshine, cool nights, and ripening influence flavor as grapes journey from vine to glass. No alcohol included.

Wine Discovery for Groups

Private and semi-private experiences.

Bring friends, family, or colleagues together to discover Napa Valley wines and the story of the Calistoga AVA. Custom flights and seasonal culinary pairings can be arranged in The Rafters, The Barrel Room, or the Main Dining Room. Contact the Eight North events team for group arrangements.