Located at the southern edge of Yountville’s downtown center, our new home, affectionately known by locals as SOYO House, features our Foyer, Den, Founders’ Study, Courtyard and Kitchen, adding a vibrant new addition to Yountville. The concept of the design is an assembly of small-scaled structures that resemble a village cluster of artisan shops. In the center of these shops is our Courtyard with a fireplace and large openings into each of the gathering spaces, as well as our Kitchen. The collection of spaces greets the outdoors throughout with 12-foot-wide, 8-foot-tall glass ..read more

Choosing the best Napa Valley vineyards for Cabernet Sauvignon often depends on the year and the conditions in which the grapes are grown. Remember that weather, in general, like the amount of rain or the range of temperatures, can influence the final raw material to a degree that makes it more or less suitable for the best wine production. However, no matter the weather conditions, some vineyards always seem to excel, making your wine tasting an even more worthwhile experience. Renowned Wineries with Cabernet Sauvignon Excellence The skill of the winemaker and the source of the grapes will p ..read more

Any trip to Yountville in Napa Valley is a special occasion, one that may be filled with art, outdoor activities, live events, world-class dining, wine tasting, luxury accommodations, and much more. Visiting Yountville’s world-class wineries should also be part of your agenda. You will find the best wine tasting in Yountville as you explore the area, dropping by the boutique wineries and tasting rooms that make the area unique. Iconic Wineries with Exceptional Tastings Guests find visiting local Yountville wineries and tasting rooms to be an enjoyable and educational experience. While all You ..read more

How Can I Plan the Perfect Wine Tasting Day Trip to Wineries Near Yountville? In the relatively small area surrounding Yountville, there are seven notable wineries and about fourteen excellent wine-tasting rooms. Planning to visit some of the best tasting rooms Yountville has can be a simple exercise, although choosing the best ones might be more difficult. The best tasting rooms Yountville has are located within easy access, many along Washington Street, the main thoroughfare in Yountville. Locals suggest parking on the southern end of Yountville and walking from one tasting room to the next ..read more

What to do in Yountville this Holiday Season People come to Napa Valley for a lot of reasons. The long list includes shopping, dining, spa visits, live entertainment, art appreciation, golf, hiking, picnicking, hot air balloon rides, wine tours, and more. And, of course, wine tasting, winery visits, and wine tours of Yountville wineries should be near the top of the to-do list. The communities and businesses are welcoming, always striving to improve while creating new entertainment ideas. The coming Holiday Season appears better than ever and is once again upon us. The calendar is full of exci ..read more

Yountville Wine Tasting Tips for Beginners Wine tasting is a regular activity in Napa Valley and Yountville, especially since some of the tastiest wines anywhere are produced here. Visitors arrive from all over the world to sample the wines and enjoy all that Yountville offers. If you are planning to come to Yountville and expect to visit some of the many Yountville tasting rooms, we can offer a few tips for making your wine-tasting experience most pleasant. What To Do at a Yountville Tasting Room For the newcomer, suggesting that you not overdo your experience is good. While these are not rig ..read more

Blue Zone Certification: A Path to a Healthier and Longer Life at Handwritten Wines In April 2023, Handcrafted Wines was awarded the first Blue Zone Certification for any winery in the United States. Blue Zone Certification is about creating a work environment that supports good health and a long life. Much of this is about relieving stress surrounding real life and working conditions. Blue Zone evaluation evolved from the discovery that certain countries or areas worldwide had far more than the standard number of 100+-year-old citizens. Further investigation showed that these people lived rig ..read more

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is the most important, widely consumer varietal. People drink a wide range of wines, but the famous Cabernet is first among the rest. These wines are produced at large, wide-scale wineries as well as the many smaller boutique wineries that dot the landscape. Handwritten Wines is a boutique winery specializing in crafting Napa Cabernet Sauvignon from the grapes of mostly high-elevation vineyards, producing excellent wines that evoke a sense of place from which they are sourced. Always hillside or mountain fruit, Handwritten Wines’ limited p ..read more

Taste the Terroir: Exploring Yountville’s Unique Wine-Tasting Experiences The flavors and texture of Napa Valley wines largely depend on where the fruit is grown. With a wide variety of terroirs, the varietals available differ in many respects, with each wine portraying the flavor of its source. To this point, wines found in one winery may have significant and identifiable differences from the varietals of another. So, trying the best wine tasting in Yountville can differ significantly from tastings in other parts of the Valley. And, even from the best wine tastings in Yountville, visitors wil ..read more

The Art of Pairing: Good Cabernet Sauvignon and Food Cabernet Sauvignon is one of America’s favorite wines. From coast to coast, more and more people choose a good Cabernet Sauvignon for their preferred wine choice. Since good Cabernet Sauvignon tends to have higher tannins and a savory character, the wine pairs well with foods that are higher in fat and have savory flavors. The most common pairings for a good Cabernet Sauvignon include red meats, prime rib, New York strip, and filet mignon. Lamb is also a popular pairing, as well as fattier cheeses. This wine is also an excellent option for s ..read more