Del Dotto Winery & Caves

Napa, CA

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  • Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $60.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Mon | Tues | Wed | Thu

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our Cave Tour and Barrel Tasting Experience. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single vineyard cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our Cave Tour and Barrel Tasting Experience. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single vineyard cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • Napa Historic Bar Tasting $45.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

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    The Bar tasting includes a sampling of five wines at our tasting bar. The tasting will also include an assortment of fine cheeses and breadsticks. Approximately 45 Minutes.

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  • Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Fri | Sat | Sun

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our Cave Tour and Barrel Tasting Experience. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single vineyard cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • St. Helena Estate Winery Bar Tasting $45.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    The Estate Bar tasting includes a sampling of five wines at our beautiful tasting bar. You will also enjoy a delicious array of cheeses from all over the world, accompanied by breadsticks. Approximately 45 Minutes.

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  • St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our sumptuously appointed Venetian Cave. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single-vineyard Cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same Cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Fri | Sat | Sun

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our sumptuously appointed Venetian Cave. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single-vineyard Cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same Cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $60.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Mon | Tues | Wed | Thu

    Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel in our sumptuously appointed Venetian Cave. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world: a common example is a side-by-side comparison of a single-vineyard Cabernet aged in French oak tasted alongside that same Cabernet aged in American oak. With up to 45 different wines for your host to choose from, you are sure to get a customized experience on each visit. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Bar Tasting $45.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    The Bar tasting includes a sampling of five Piazza wines at one of our many tasting tables at La Barchessa. Guests will also receive a complementary cheese plate to pair with the wine flight. Approximately 45 Minutes.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing $175.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun

    The Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing is at the heart of Piazza Del Dotto, embodying Dave Del Dotto’s philosophy that wine tasting should be a complete sensory experience. This one of a kind connoisseur tasting should not be missed! Guests will begin with a group barrel tasting in our marble lined cave of approximately 5 of our highly rated world class wines. Then they are seated at a communal table to enjoy a welcome bite plus 4 luxurious small plates paired with 5 bottled wines. Approximately 2 Hours.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Poppers $60.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    Our Poppers Tasting Experience is the perfect entry to Piazza Del Dotto.  Guests will enjoy a selection of 6 Piazza wines paired with four savory, bite-sized treats from our Chefs. Approximately 1 Hour.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Fri | Sat | Sun

    Come and experience highly rated world class wines that are thieved right out of the barrel at our newest winery, Piazza Del Dotto. The marble lined caves, located in the heart of Oakville, are home to some of Del Dotto’s most decadent barrels. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world! Each barrel tasting concludes with our house made sourdough pizza featuring cultured yeast from our own grape vines and house cured salumi. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $60.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Mon | Tues | Wed | Thu

    Come and experience highly rated world class wines that are thieved right out of the barrel at our newest winery, Piazza Del Dotto. The marble lined caves, located in the heart of Oakville, are home to some of Del Dotto’s most decadent barrels. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world! Each barrel tasting concludes with our house made sourdough pizza featuring cultured yeast from our own grape vines and house cured salumi. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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  • Piazza Del Dotto Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting $75.00/ppGROUP SIZE 1 - 6

    Daily

    Come and experience highly rated world class wines that are thieved right out of the barrel at our newest winery, Piazza Del Dotto. The marble lined caves, located in the heart of Oakville, are home to some of Del Dotto’s most decadent barrels. Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world! Each barrel tasting concludes with our house made sourdough pizza featuring cultured yeast from our own grape vines and house cured salumi. Approximately 1.5 Hours.

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About Del Dotto Winery & Caves

Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel on our Cave Experience and Barrel Tasting. Call (707) 963-2134 for same-day reservations. Please note all patrons must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid photo ID.

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Come and experience wines that are thieved right out of the barrel on our Cave Experience and Barrel Tasting. Call (707) 963-2134 for same-day reservations.

Taste the difference between wines produced in oak barrels from the great forests of the world. Taste approximately eight wines and after you exit the caves, you will be offered a selection of cheese & house-made salumi. Port accompanied by dark chocolate will complete the tasting.

Please note all patrons must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid photo ID.

Notable Features
  • Architectural Appeal
  • Art on Display
  • Family Owned
  • Ghost Winery
  • Hand-crafted
  • Historic Building
  • Intimate Setting or Venue
  • Limited Production
Experiences
  • Cave Tour
  • Food & Wine
  • General Tasting
  • Special Tasting
Varietals Offered
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Chardonnay
  • Dessert Wine
  • Merlot
  • Petit Verdot
  • Pinot Noir
  • Port Wine
  • Red Table Wine
  • RosĂ©
  • Sangiovese
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Super Tuscan Blend
  • Syrah
  • Zinfandel
Average Score from CellarPass VisitorsMy BFF
Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Karen M. Member Since 7/21/2018My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/20/19 12:00 PM

Half of our party went to the wrong location but apparently it happens a lot. They rearranged groups so we could all stay together and it worked out great. Our guide, Kyle, was excellent! Friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable! What more could you want. Oh...the wines were amazing!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 3/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Madalina C. Member Since 3/15/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/19/19 11:00 AM

We did the cave tour and it was such an amazing tour full of so many different wine tastings right out of the barrel! Our tour guide was really informative and fun. We were fed a delicious cheese plate and even pizza at the end of the tour so that was a nice surprise! I would recommend this tour to everyone because it was an overall amazing experience !

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Nick K. Member Since 4/25/2018My BFF
Napa Historic Bar Tasting on 5/19/19 1:30 PM

Had an amazing time as always. We were able to try a handful of our favorite wines and the server was attentive and friendly.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Daniella G. Member Since 5/10/2019My Ex
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/13/19 3:00 PM

The location was nothing special, while historical there was nothing to write home about. Our tour guide came across as arrogant and seemed to enjoy tasting the wine more himself than truly speaking about the wines. The tasting itself was quite rushed; we barely had time to sip and savor exploring flavour notes before we were led to another barrel forgetting what each wine tasted like.

Overall Score 2/5
First Impression 3/5
Hospitality 3/5
Ambiance 2/5
Scott F. Member Since 1/10/2016My Boss
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/18/19 10:00 AM

Tour was great, our host Tim made the cave sampling tour humorous. Don't go first thing in morning as they provide ample tastings followed by a meat and cheese plate plus pizza. i hate the stupid "i would recommend this to..." drop down...:(

Overall Score 4/5
First Impression 3/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 4/5
Patricia V. Member Since 5/14/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/18/19 1:00 PM

This was the best tour of our trip. Thanks for making it so great!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Robert R. Member Since 5/7/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/18/19 3:00 PM

Magnificent estate winery....gorgeous grounds.....wonderful wines....pleased we went!??????????

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Katherine W. Member Since 5/17/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/18/19 11:00 AM

It was elegant and beautiful. It felt like a real treat being there.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Thomas H. Member Since 4/22/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing on 5/18/19 2:30 PM

Our tour guide was knowledgeable and the facility was very impressive. The quality of the wine was excellent. Its evident that Del Dotto wants to do everything in a first class way. They want to be the gold standard for how to build, decorate and operate a winery. Then the food pairing portion of the tour was amazing. The chefs and food are top notch. It was worth every penny.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 4/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Rita M. Member Since 11/17/2011My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Poppers on 5/17/19 12:00 PM

Fabulous wines, service and overall experience

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Pamela O. Member Since 5/10/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Poppers on 5/16/19 4:00 PM

It was amazing

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Callie S. Member Since 5/15/2019My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/16/19 1:00 PM

Our guy was great, the wine delicious and the tour was so much fun!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Rosemary M. Member Since 7/30/2016My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/16/19 12:00 PM

It was my 3rd cellar tour and each experience has been better than the last. This tour was exceptional. The host was incredibly knowledgeable and fun to be with. Can't wait for the next one.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Marcus D. Member Since 5/14/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing on 5/16/19 11:30 AM

What a wonderful experience! Michael, our host, was extremely personable, gracious and an excellent orator. We did not anticipate the education that came along with the experience, nor could we have expected the wine and food pairing, company, and acquired wines to make for such a memorable day. Michael brought it all together with such finesse. We look forward to visiting again soon and recommending your establishment to others.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Candace N. Member Since 5/10/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/16/19 11:00 AM

We were recommended to come here by Gregory Peterson a friend of ours who is a friend of the owner. It did not disappoint. Loved the cave tour and getting to learn more about wine. Enjoyed the cheese and meat plate at the end along with the pizza. Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Wine was amazing.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Katherine P. Member Since 5/9/2019My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/15/19 11:00 AM

This was absolutely amazing! What a gem! Chris, our tour guide was very nice full of so much knowledge. He was very accommodating with giving us a little treat of the reserve wines since we were celebrating our. We will be back to visit and recommend it to others.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Jeffrey S. Member Since 5/15/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/15/19 12:00 PM

The venue was great...the guide was excellent, the wines were wonderful. The experience of tasting the wines right from the barrels was unique. We really enjoyed our time there.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 4/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Andrew K. Member Since 5/14/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/14/19 1:00 PM

Extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Carol F. Member Since 4/16/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/14/19 12:00 PM

We loved the ambiance and tour as well as the most magnificent wine and delicious pizza. Kevin was extremely knowledgeable and took us on a very informative and interesting tour where we learned so much about barrels and cooper smithing. Loved having an opportunity to taste wines directly from the barrels. My only minor criticism is that Kevin was unable to figure out our purchase requests.

Overall Score 4/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Eric R. Member Since 3/13/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/13/19 10:00 AM

Great experience! The staff was fantastic! The wine superb! I recommend this to everyone!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Barbra B. Member Since 5/5/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/13/19 12:00 PM

Great experience.. loved all the information about the wines ..barrel tastings and out guide was very knowledgeable.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
James H. Member Since 5/4/2019My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/10/19 11:00 AM

very informative and generous. the design and feel is elegant but the hospitality is warm and welcoming

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Robert M. Member Since 2/19/2019My Boss
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/12/19 3:00 PM

It was an interesting tour that helped me better understand the finer nuances associated with their wines. It was fun to learn the differences. The pizza and cheese at the end was nice. It helped put a different flavor profile on the palette which in turn opened up some of the final tastings we had.

Overall Score 4/5
First Impression 4/5
Hospitality 4/5
Ambiance 4/5
Robert M. Member Since 8/20/2011My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/09/19 1:00 PM

Step into a high end Italian villa with the best wines in the valley and fantastic, educated hosts. The cave tour is worth the upgrade as you get to taste some fantastic wines. These wines (and prices) are in a broad spectrum that will appeal to everyone's taste and (hopefully) budget. The most expensive ones are stunning but you'll want to save them for a special occasion!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Jerry and Susan K. Member Since 1/28/2014My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/11/19 3:00 PM

As always this location, barrel tasting and food pairing at the end, is one of my favorite in Napa. The selections and Ambiance are fantastic, and Tim our Host did a great job, including handling a few visitors that had clearly been overserved, with professionalism - so it was still enjoyable for the rest of the group.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Julie T. Member Since 5/6/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/07/19 11:00 AM

My boyfriend and I spent 3 days in Napa/Calistoga and visited over 15 wineries. This was by far our favorite experience. The caves were awesome. Kevin our tour guide was fantastic. He took his time with us and I didn't feel like we were ever rushed. The meat and cheese platter along with the pizza was a perfect ending to the tour. Several friends recommended Del Dotto to us and I know see why.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Fran T. Member Since 4/25/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Bar Tasting on 4/30/19 11:30 AM

The selections of wines-Excellent!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Jalil A. Member Since 5/7/2019My Frenemy
Piazza Del Dotto Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/09/19 3:00 PM

The barrel tasting was very interesting and great fun. The ambiance and presentation was not for me - it seems like the Las Vegas of wineries.

Overall Score 3/5
First Impression 1/5
Hospitality 3/5
Ambiance 1/5
Dell M. Member Since 5/11/2018My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/10/19 10:00 AM

We were graciously welcomed at the front desk as we entered, the personnel was very friendly. Our guide, Jimmy, was very knowledgeable and down to earth. We liked that he took his time and allowed us to ask questions. We enjoyed your wines and appetizers. This was a very pleasurable experience. Thank you!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Michelle S. Member Since 11/6/2011My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing on 5/10/19 2:30 PM

This experience should not be missed! The wines are so well paired with the food offerings.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
michael m. Member Since 4/12/2019My BFF
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/07/19 10:00 AM

One of a kind!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Diane P. Member Since 7/20/2013My Ex
Napa Historic Bar Tasting on 4/26/19 11:30 AM

My overall experience at this Del Dotto Tasting Room wasn't a warm one. I can't quite put my finger on exactly one thing but must admit that I just didn't find the room welcoming. The tasting itself wasn't anything special (I suggest a rinse or glass change after the bubbly) and I will not revisit this Del Dotto location.

Overall Score 3/5
First Impression 2/5
Hospitality 3/5
Ambiance 2/5
Christine G. Member Since 3/15/2019My BFF
Piazza Del Dotto Delicacies Wine & Food Pairing on 5/04/19 11:30 AM

We did the Delicacies by Del Dotto which was a 5 course small plate and wine pairing meal that was absolutely delicious and just perfect amount for lunch. However, at $175 per person, I think the price was a little high (for lunch)

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Elizabeth G. Member Since 5/3/2019Evil Stepmother
Piazza Del Dotto Bar Tasting on 5/04/19 2:30 PM

We came here May 4 for my birthday and our host was moving through the wines at a very fast pace. Some of us still had wine in our glasses. Wish it would’ve been more relaxed and maybe if we had time to roam the yards in between tastings it would have been a better experience.

Overall Score 2/5
First Impression 4/5
Hospitality 2/5
Ambiance 4/5
Donna and Jerry Z. Member Since 3/17/2014Evil Stepmother
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/04/19 3:00 PM

Amazing tour, amazing wine.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Jeff F. Member Since 4/30/2019My Boss
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/04/19 1:00 PM

Great atmosphere for experiencing Del Dotto’s many wines. They were the most generous with letting you sample a variety of their wines relative to other wineries we attended. Great people as well.

Overall Score 4/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Stephanie M. Member Since 3/27/2019My BFF
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/04/19 2:00 PM

Everything was perfect. Staff was amazing. Eddie did our tour. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and personable. He made our experience truly wonderful.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Allison V. Member Since 4/25/2019My Parents
St. Helena Estate Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/04/19 3:00 PM

I have been many times over - I just didn't "feel it" this time. Our tour guide was very pleasant and certainly knowledgeable. I guess at $75 + purchases I expected a little more out of my experience.

Overall Score 3/5
First Impression 3/5
Hospitality 3/5
Ambiance 2/5
Michael & Clara S. Member Since 8/29/2015My Boss
Piazza Del Dotto Poppers on 5/04/19 12:00 PM

My wife and I have been coming to Napa for over 20 years and have had many wonderful tasting experiences, and this is in the Top 1%. We had visited Del Dotto Estate and liked it so much we decided to add Piazza Del Dotto this time - what a great choice! The staff, the property and (of course) the wines were awesome. We will be coming back in the future and can't wait to see Simon again!

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 5/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
Rob B. Member Since 4/29/2019My Parents
Napa Historic Cave Experience & Barrel Tasting on 5/04/19 11:00 AM

Guide was exceptional, great explanations and willingness to answer any and all questions our group had.

Overall Score 5/5
First Impression 4/5
Hospitality 5/5
Ambiance 5/5
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