Experience the elegance and charm of our newly revitalized historic Guest Center. Here, every detail is crafted to ensure an unforgettable visit with one of Napa Valley’s premier heritage vineyards.
Every experience is designed to elevate the nuances of plate and palate, from the Chef’s Tasting Menu to our Taste of Place.
For those seeking a more intimate setting, our Private Offerings provide a secluded escape with personalized attention from our wine experts.
Every visit promises the perfect balance of opulence and refinement to elevate your appreciation for the finest things in life.
“I’d sometimes worry about Joe Phelps. I’d see him plant a beautiful looking vineyard and about five years later he’d pull the damn thing out and plant something else. The grapes didn’t suit him. He was actively seeking excellence.”
— Joseph E. Heitz
Founder, Heitz Wine Cellar
A visit to our historic Napa Valley winery.
A personalized, seated tasting, with a Wine Educator, featuring a selection of our current release Napa Valley and Sonoma Coast wines, including Insignia.
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An exclusive seated tasting inside our Home Ranch. Guests will be guided through a curated selection of our most exclusive wines from Napa Valley and Sonoma Coast, including our flagship wine, Insignia, and a selection from the library. This experience includes two seasonal food pairings designed by our Culinary Team to show how wines can complement your meal. This tasting is offered as a private experience or at a communal table. Members receive preferred pricing for up to four guests. An optional add-on of a glass of Ovation & Caviar Amuse Bouche is available for the private experience.
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Immerse yourself in the history of our winery’s beginnings through a vineyard hike among the vines of our Home Ranch in St. Helena. At the conclusion of your journey, you will return to the winery for a seated tasting. Guests will be guided through a selection of our current releases, including our flagship wine, Insignia. This communal experience is offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday May-October and lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
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The pleasure of wine and food pairing.
Savor the bounty of our region through a wine and food journey. Join us for an unforgettable experience of pairing seasonal ingredients with the extraordinary wines of Joseph Phelps Vineyards. Members receive preferred pricing for up to four guests.
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Save the dates: July 18, and November 6. Our exclusive Phelps Preferred Culinary Retreat Series, set against the stunning backdrops of Maui, and Bodega Bay. Each unique gathering invites members to immerse themselves in the artistry of our Freestone Vineyards wines, hosted by winemaker, Justin Ennis.
Phelps Preferred Events
September 6-7. Visit Napa Valley during the fall and be among the first to taste the latest Insignia barrel sample. Guests will also enjoy live music and hear the stories behind our wines while enjoying Ovation and library selections of Insignia and Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, all paired with bites from our winery culinary team.
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Exclusive Dinners and Release Weekends
You’re invited to our Founder’s Friday series, where we celebrate the favorite regions and cultures of our founder, Joe Phelps. Next Dates: August 1, Italy; October 3, Provence.
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Save the date: November 6. Our exclusive Phelps Preferred Culinary Retreat Series, set against the stunning backdrop of Maui. This unique gathering invites members to immerse themselves in the artistry of our Freestone Vineyards wines, hosted by winemaker, Justin Ennis.
Phelps Preferred Events
September 6-7. Visit Napa Valley during the fall and be among the first to taste the latest Insignia barrel sample. Guests will also enjoy live music and hear the stories behind our wines while enjoying Ovation and library selections of Insignia and Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, all paired with bites from our winery culinary team.
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We require all guests to have a reservation to visit. We offer a variety of experiences to choose from.
Full payment is due at time of booking for all visits.
To provide a safe, relaxing, and intimate experience for our guests, all visitors must be at least 21 years of age. Infants and children are not permitted at the winery. Please note that only certified service animals are allowed on property. We cannot accommodate pets. Thank you for understanding.
All guests do need to have a tasting reservation to visit the winery.
For the safety of our guests, we do not allow anyone to walk through the vineyards. If you are interested in a guided vineyard hike, we do offer our Vineyard Hike & Private Tasting experience on select weekends May through October. Visit Tock to schedule.
For Terrace Tastings, we have a 72 hour cancellation policy. For all private experiences, the cancellation policy is 7 days.
We understand that you may have a designated driver or a non-taster in your party. There is a charge of $20 per person plus tax for any non-tasters. Be sure to include them in your guest count so they do have a seat when finalizing the reservation. You have the option to choose a non-taster when booking through Tock. We do ask that at least half of the group participate in the tasting.
We are sorry, but no outside food is allowed on the terrace.