Best Lunch In Napa - Our 12 Favorite Spots! Last Updated - 3/8/24 Lunch is a must when you’re out wine tasting! Whether you’re in the mood for a roadside bite or a fancy meal at a restaurant, we’ve got you covered.  Sometimes your tasting day is jam-packed, and you need a quick bite. Other times, you’ve got plenty of time to savor a nice lunch in the scenic Napa Valley.  These are my favorite pickup, roadside, and sit-down lunch options that you’ll hopfeully enjoy! Best Pickup Lunch in Napa El Porteño Located in the Oxbow Market, El Porteño, with its Argentinian-inspire ..read more

North Coast Wine Co. Outerbound Pinot Noir - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/27/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Vintage: 2019 ABV: 14% Wine Region: North Coast, California Flavor Profile: Red and dark fruits, oak, vanilla, earthy, and spices Average Price: $35 – $40 WineO Mark Review The wine’s alluring ruby hue instantly captivates the eye, hinting at the layered depth that awaits. On the nose, an enchanting bouquet of ripe red cherries, subtle earthiness, and a touch of vanilla and oak. With a medium body, the palate does not disappoint, deliveri ..read more

Böen Pinot Noir - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/18/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Vintage: 2021 ABV: 14.6% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Cherry, raspberry, blackberry, oak, vanilla, and chocolate Average Price: ~$20 WineO Mark Review Böen’s Pinot Noir offers an enticing exploration of California’s diverse wine regions. On the nose, this wine greets you with notes of ripe cherry, hints of raspberry, and subtle undertones of earthy forest floor. As you sip onto the palate, flavors of red and black berry fruits intertwine seamlessly ..read more

Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/17/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Vintage: 2022 ABV: 14% Wine Region: Russian River Valley, California Flavor Profile: Peach, pear, citrus, melon, lemon, caramel, oak, and floral Average Price: $45 – $50 WineO Mark Review This wine strikes a harmonious balance between vibrant juicy acidity and lush fruitiness. On the nose, one can detect delightful hints of peach, pear, melon, freshly cut grass, and often a hint of oak and caramel. The palate is clean and balanced, as its flavors ..read more

The Hess Collection Allomi Chardonnay - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/15/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay Vintage: 2019 ABV: 14.3% Wine Region: Napa Valley, California Flavor Profile: Oak, vanilla, peach, pear, honey, and butter Average Price: $30 – $35 WineO Mark Review The Hess Collection Allomi Chardonnay is a captivating expression from Napa Valley, seamlessly marrying the vivacity of ripe fruit with the elegance of oak aging. On the nose, it promises notes of sun-kissed stone fruits, toasted oak, and a hint of vanilla bean. Then when tasting ..read more

Stags' Leap Chardonnay - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/14/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay Vintage: 2022 ABV: 14.1% Wine Region: Napa Valley, California Flavor Profile: Oak, vanilla, pear, green apple, citrus, and butter  Average Price: ~$25 – $30 WineO Mark Review Stags’ Leap Chardonnay consistently the difficult balance between fruit-forward expression, acidity, and nuanced oak integration.  On the nose, expect enchanting aromas of ripe pear, green apple, and hints of citrus fruits, complemented by notes of vanilla and toasted oak ..read more

Godeval Cepas Vellas Godello - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/13/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Godello Vintage: 2021 ABV: 13% Wine Region: Valdeorras, Spain Flavor Profile: Peach, citrus, orange, green apple, honey, and minerals Average Price: $20 WineO Mark Review This wine comes from the Valdeorras region of Spain, which is known for its expressions of the Godello grape. And their 2021 vintage continues to uphold this tradition of excellence. On the nose, it presents fresh notes of green apple, citrus, pear, and a touch of mineral complexity. The palate is ch ..read more

Félix Solís Mucho Más Tinto N.V. - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/6/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: Tempranillo, Syrah  Vintage: Non-Vintage ABV: 14% Wine Region: Spain Flavor Profile: Vanilla, cherry, plum, blackberry, oak, and tobacco Average Price: $15 – $20 WineO Mark Review Founded by Félix Solís Fernández in 1952, it’s still a family-run business today. Félix, along with his four brothers, is leading the way. This Spanish red blend has a smooth taste and comes at an awesome price. You’ll taste the amazing flavors of vanilla, blackberry, oak, tobacco, a ..read more

Zárate Albariño - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 9/3/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Albariño Vintage: 2021 ABV: 12.5% Wine Region: Rías Baixas, Spain Flavor Profile: Citrus, grapefruit, peach, green apple, minerals, and salt Average Price: $25 – $30 WineO Mark Review The wine showcases the quintessential attributes of the Albariño grape: a fragrant nose of white peach, grapefruit, and subtle mineral notes. Then on the palate, its refreshing acidity balances perfectly with its peach, apple, citrus profile, accompanied by hints of saline minerality, reflective of th ..read more

Clay Shannon The David Red Blend - WineO Mark Review Last Updated - 8/31/23 Wine Stats Grape Variety: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sangiovese, Petite Sirah Vintage: 2020 ABV: 14.5% Wine Region: Lake County, California Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, dark chocolate, coffee, and dried herbs Average Price: $20 – $25 WineO Mark Review This red blend from Clay Shannon captures the essence of California with a little old world touches. At around $20 its a good value red wine from California.   On the nose, it presents a symphony of dark fruits like blackberr ..read more