We&rsquo\;re asked one question more than almost any other: \;&ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m heading to Napa&mdash\;where can I find the hidden gems? The off-the-beaten-path cellars\, the under-the-radar estates\, the wines that are great but somehow still whispered about rather than shouted?&rdquo\; \;And every time\, the question sparks a knowing smile among our staff. After all\, Napa Valley is one of the most visited wine regions in the world&mdash\;arguably \;the \;most toured wine region on the planet. The notion of &ldquo\;hidden&rdquo\; anything feels almost mythical.
\n\nAnd yet&hellip\; dig beneath the bright constellation of famous names\, and you discover a different Napa. A Napa stitched together by more than 260 family-owned wineries&mdash\;quiet\, steadfast\, deeply rooted. Sure\, every one of them is known to someone\, but many are crafting expressive\, character-driven wines at prices that feel almost rebellious against the Valley&rsquo\;s reputation. It&rsquo\;s as if the brilliance of Napa&rsquo\;s icons casts a long shadow\, and tucked within it are producers whose stories and bottles remain beautifully\, deliciously overlooked.
\n\nSo of course\, we had to explore. And by explore\, we mean taste&mdash\;curiously\, generously\, with full sensory commitment. Grounding ourselves in Napa Valley&rsquo\;s signature voice\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, we&rsquo\;ve assembled an inspired lineup of wineries you may not have encountered yet\, but which we believe shine with true Napa soul.
\n\nJoin us as we step off the main road and into the Valley&rsquo\;s quieter lanes&mdash\;where the vineyards are small\, the wines are compelling\, and the discoveries feel personal. Let'\;s uncover these hidden beauties together.
\n\nWines to be tasted: \;
\n\n2019 Neyers Napa Valley Cabernet $59.99
\n2022 Cliff Lede Napa Valley Cabernet $89.99
\n2021 Realm "\;The Bard"\; $174.99
2024 Trefethen Dry Riesling $29.99
\n2022 Arnot Robert Chardonnay Watson Ranch $49.99
\n2023 Massican Annia $34.99
2022 Ghost Block Pelissa Vineyard Zinfandel $49.99
\n2022 Matthiasson "\;Village"\; Cabernet $79.99
\n2018 Barlow "\;Barrouge"\; $64.99
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\n\nAll prices listed shown are regular retail. Significant discounts offered on all wines at the tasting.
\n\nDue to the their highly allocated nature\, some wines may change without notice.
\n\nCHARCUTERIE BOARDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN DELAFIELD.
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