Wineries are well known for their hospitality. In nearly all of the wineries in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, the cozy ambiance of a wine tasting bar where guests are served by one of the wine makers or the owner, sets the stage for the history of the niceties within the establishment. It’s almost certain, when one experiences one of the better guided wine tours of Napa Valley, they will keep coming back for more.

Crushpad Wine @crushpad has an innovative practice. Make your own wine as a group. Over 90% of Crushpad Wine’s customers participate in a wine making group… from small (2 people) to large (over 20 people) who all share a barrel. Share a barrel with your friends or colleagues too as Crushpad Wine also does corporate events.

Well-planned wine tours are not only about the wine or beautiful scenery. Wine tours are also about the charm of each winery. Some of the most popular wineries have been owned and operated by the family for decades and the history is apparent at first glance. Other wineries, the newer ones, are very modern and chic’ and have their own stories to tell.

Even if a person has little love for wine, there’s nothing not to love about the rich learning experience the wine tours offer. In fact, there are people who take wine tours over and over again because of the scenic and peaceful tapestry.

If you want to get in as much as you can as far as timing goes, consider the Winery Collective @WineryCollectiv which provide wine aficionados the experience of meeting wine makers and tasting wine from many small wineries in California, without having to travel.

As wine tours gain in popularity, the area experiences more tourists and visitors from other cities. This financially helps the economy of Napa and Sonoma valleys and can help create more wineries, more jobs, and similar attractions. Maybe a cheese tour? We’ll leave that to Wisconsin.

Planning a wine tour is extremely simple. Guided wine tours are the easiest. An experienced driver is trained to give each guest the time of their life as well as which wineries would the best suit the party. Guides also know which wineries are off the beaten path for a more intimate experience.

When planning a tour, make sure there is plenty of time. The most enjoyable wine tours last several hours. Guests will want to sample several of the wineries, and their wines. There are other attractions as well such as learning the art of wine making and visiting local gift shops. Napa Valley is known for it’s slow, leisurely pace and that is one of the things everyone on the tour will experience.

Most guides will pick you and your guests up in a luxury limousine or sedan and escort you on the most breathtaking scenic tour of your life. If done right, this will be the most memorable “best friends club” gathering of all. Don’t forget to bring your camera, as you will want to look back on this day and remember the beauty and fun.

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