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             My Favorite Things to do in the Napa Valley

Places to visit

                                                                                                                                                                                                           

V. Sattui Winery                                                     V. Sattui is a Napa Valley Favorite, Great Wine & Incredible Deli,
1-707-963-7774                                                                               Rich in Napa Valley History.                        
1111 White Lane St.                                                                          Make this a place to stop.                                                               
St. Helena Ca. 94574
www.vsattui.com


Clif Family Winery at Velo Vino                           Where passion of Cycling, Wine & Farm Fresh Food are celebrated.
1-707-968-0625                                                                                                                                                                               
709 Main St
St. Helena Ca. 94574
winery@clifbar.com.
 

Mumm Napa Valley                                             Noted for Outstanding Sparkling Wines, Great Tasting Area with
1-707-967-7700                                                           beautiful views. Phenomenal Photography Galleries.
8445 Silverado Trail                                                                     Love, Love the Art Gallery                                                                 
Rutherford Ca. 94573
mumm_info@mummnapa.com


Black Stallion Winery                                                 Large tasting bar, expansive terrace, beautiful views.
1-888-BSW-Napa                                                   When I was a kid growing up in the NV this use to be a stable, where
4089 Silverado Trail                                                 I would ride my horse, I remember riding in the back with access to
Napa Ca. 94558                                                  the Napa River where I would swim with my horse. Great Memories!
info@blackstallionwinery.com


Castello di Amorosa
1-707-967-6272                                                          This 13th Century Tuscan Castle and Winery Features amazing  
4045 North St. Helena Hwy                                           award winning wines, food and wine pairing, events and more
Calistoga Ca. 94515                                                      Unforgettable Experience!  I had my 50th Birthday Party Here! 
castellodiamorosa.com


Corison Winery & Vineyard                                              Today, I was lucky enough to visit Corison Winery 
1-707-963-0826                                                                 and Vineyard. How have I missed this Beautiful place,
987 St. Helena Hwy                                                                   Very friendly, homey, just what I would say          
Open daily 10am-5pm                                                                  a real Napa Valley Winery should be like.
  by Appointment                                                             Come and experience a truly unique glimpse inside a small
 visit@corison.com                                                     family owned, working winery. Tour their winery and organically 
                                                                               farmed kronos Vineyard. Including Corison Kronos Vineyard Cabernet
                                                                                                  and Signature Corison Napa Valley Cabernet.
                                                                                       I turely, enjoyed my tasting, every wine melted in my mouth.   
                                                                                                   I can see why Cathy Corison was named
                                                                                                       Wine Maker of theYear in 2011  

                                                                               


Balloons Above the Valley
1-707-253-2222                                                         A Napa Valley must when visiting. Breathe taking views.
603 California Blvd                                                       I live in Yountville and the big balloons pass over my               
Napa Ca 94559                                                         house almost every morning. I never get tired of seeing them.
info@ballonrides.com


Napa Valley Wine Train                                               
1-707-253-2111                                                  Save a day for this one! Scenic Tour of the Valley, Lavishly Restored
1275 McKinstry St.                                                  Pullmen Dinning & Lounge Cars. Breath taking views of the area.
Napa Ca  94559
www.winetrain.com


Indian Spring Spa & Resort                                                 It dosen't get any better then this!
1-707-942-4913                                                   Times Change, but the land, water and traditions go on                                               
1712 Lincoln Ave.                                               from generation to generation. Operating as a resort sence 1862
Calistoga Ca 94515                                              Indian spring proves that some things only gets better with age
indianspringscalistoga.com                                                    and remains a truly unque experience.  
                                                                             I go here every year for my birthday, the mub baths are to die for
                                                                      and the spring fed pool is like no other. I can't say enough about this place.
                                                                                                      "It's Heaven on Earth."


REDD WOOD                                                               My husband and I walked over to REDD WOOD last night,
1-707-299-5030                                                                    boy have we been missing out. It's call a Pizza Place
6755 Washington St                                                                  But, they have Salads, Pasta, Rideye, short ribs
Yountville Ca 94599                                                                      rosasted chicken, grilled pork chops.
www.reddwood.com                                                              I had the linguini, mantla clams, Soooo good. 
                                                                                            My husband had Pizza and we both had Dessert
                                                                                              I had a chocolate Torte, to die for and my husband
                                                                                                       had the birthday cake Ice Cream.  
                                                                                                Friendly services, Beautiful Atmosphere.      

Rutherford Grill
1-707-963-1792                                                                       I don't usually get to go to dinner that much,
1180  Rutherford Rd                                                 but if I do, Rutherford Grill is one of my favor valley restaurants.
Rutherford Ca. 94573                                                 Great food, Prime Rib, Steaks, Chicken, Fish, Salads, Hamburgers
                                                                                    Yummy Cornbread, Side dishes to die for, Great deserts.
                                                                                              Great Bar, Friendly service, Locals Hangout

Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen
1-707-963-1200                                                                                Love Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen
1327 Railroad Ave.                                                                          Fresh Local Produce, Yummy food
St. Helena Ca 94574                                                                    Salads, Sandwiches, Roasted Artichokes
cindysbackstreetkitchen.com                                                         Love, Love the Meatloaf, cuts like butter


Press
707-967-0550                                                                                     Wear Your Good Clothes
587 St. Helena Hwy                                                                    ribeye steaks, whole roasted chicken
St. Helena Ca. 94574                                                                                 wild seafood
reservations@presssthelena.com


Graystone Restaurant
707-967-1010                                                                                Graystone Culinary Institute
2555 Main St.                                                                      What a fun place, Watch the Chefs at work 
St. Helena Hwy 94574                                                                   Great Food, Beautiful Grounds
                                                                                                  Take a chance and Take a class


FarmStead Restaurant                                                                            OMG
707-963-9181                                                                       I was just recently introduced to this
738 Main St.                                                                                    Restaurant by a friend
St. Helena 94574                                                                   I have had 2 extremely great meals here
longmeadowranch.com                                                                             Great drinks
                                                                                                       (try the Pear Martini)
                                                                                               Tasty Starters, Yummy Bisquits
                                                                                                        To die for deserts
                                                                                                    Great, Friendly Services


Silverado Brewing Company                                          Try something unique, when visiting the Valley
707-967-9876                                                                  Great food, Award winning Hand Crafted Beers
3020 St. Helena Hwy                                                       Located inside the Historie Freemark Abbey Winery
St. Helena 94574                                                                                Building, built in 1895
silveradobrewingcompany.com                                       Enjoy a tour and tasting of Great Hand Crafted Beer
                                                                                       If your a beer lover, you will love this place
                                                                                                You'll go back again and again.

Magnum Tours                                                     Jim Dolen is the owner of Magnum Tours. His Philosophy
707-753-0088                                                      is simple, provide superior intineraries, guides and vehicles
magnumtours@msm.com                                      at a fair price. Jim has been doing guided tours sense 1988
                                                                               and has built a strong alliance with some of the greatest
                                                                                         wine makers in both Napa and Sonoma.
                                                                               I highly recommend Jim, great guy, if you don't get 
                                                                              Jim as your driver, rest asure Jim only hires the best driver
                                                                                                    the Valley has to offer.

R&D Kitchen                                                             
6795 Washington St                                       Last night, my husband and I walked over to the new R&D kitchen.
Yountville, Ca 94599                                   We love the Rutherford Grill and have been waiting for the opening
707-945-0920                                                of R&D. It has been worth the wait. From the design of the resturant
                                                                            to the food, BRAVO. I had the Filet Mignon, cut like butter
                                                                               Sooooo, good. My husband had the chicken sandwich;
                                                                      
delicious, the service was top notch. The drinks were so good I had
                                                                        a Pear Martini,
Mel had a long Island Ice Tea. We took a desert home
                                                                                which was the Carrot Cake. I think I licked the plate.
                                                                                                       Two thumbs up for
                                                                                                         R&D Kitchen

About Us


My name is Jim Dolen, owner of Magnum Tours. My philosophy is simple, provide superior itineraries, guides, and vehicles at a fair price.
I have been a tour guide in Napa Valley since 1988, and have built a strong alliance with some of the greatest wine makers in both Napa and Sonoma Counties.
We customize each itinerary to reflect your personal needs, and provide you with once in a life time opportunities to spend time with wine country legends.
Also, you can find a link to us at www.frenchlaundry.com , we are proud to be the exclusive tour and transportation provider for the greatest chef this country has ever produced!








 

About Us


My name is Jim Dolen, owner of Magnum Tours. My philosophy is simple, provide superior itineraries, guides, and vehicles at a fair price.
I have been a tour guide in Napa Valley since 1988, and have built a strong alliance with some of the greatest wine makers in both Napa and Sonoma Counties.
We customize each itinerary to reflect your personal needs, and provide you with once in a life time opportunities to spend time with wine country legends.
Also, you can find a link to us at www.frenchlaundry.com , we are proud to be the exclusive tour and transportation provider for the greatest chef this country has ever produced!


 

About Us


My name is Jim Dolen, owner of Magnum Tours. My philosophy is simple, provide superior itineraries, guides, and vehicles at a fair price.
I have been a tour guide in Napa Valley since 1988, and have built a strong alliance with some of the greatest wine makers in both Napa and Sonoma Counties.
We customize each itinerary to reflect your personal needs, and provide you with once in a life time opportunities to spend time with wine country legends.
Also, you can find a link to us at www.frenchlaundry.com , we are proud to be the exclusive tour and transportation provider for the greatest chef this country has ever produced!



 

About Us


My name is Jim Dolen, owner of Magnum Tours. My philosophy is simple, provide superior itineraries, guides, and vehicles at a fair price.
I have been a tour guide in Napa Valley since 1988, and have built a strong alliance with some of the greatest wine makers in both Napa and Sonoma Counties.
We customize each itinerary to reflect your personal needs, and provide you with once in a life time opportunities to spend time with wine country legends.
Also, you can find a link to us at www.frenchlaundry.com , we are proud to be the exclusive tour and transportation provider for the greatest chef this country has ever produced!