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  • Pouring a sparkling wine sampler

With its grand staircase, beautiful formal gardens, expansive outdoor terraces, marble-floored fireside salon, and scenic views of vine-covered hills, Domaine Carneros is an incomparably royal setting for savoring fine sparkling and still wines, and for events.

Domaine Carneros is open daily for tastings from 10:00am-5:30pm, with last reservations taken at 5:00pm. Visitors 21 and over with reservations are welcome. Infants and children are not permitted at the winery. We are situated between the city of Napa and the town of Sonoma at 1240 Duhig Road, Napa CA 94558.

Please phone ahead 1-800-716-2788 x 150 or make your reservations online.

To ensure the most pleasant experience for all guests, we require that all animals on property are service animals. Pets are not permitted.

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Continue reading for information that may assist in planning your visit. We look forward to hosting you!

Group enjoying wine on the terrace

Reservations and Groups

Beginning 2/1, all guests with reservations Monday through Friday will be seated in our wine club area while we spruce up our kitchen in the chateau. When you arrive, please proceed around the winery on the North side and follow the signs to the tented club terrace and check in for your tasting. Weekend reservations will not be affected.

To plan the best experience for all of our visitors, we require reservations. You can make reservations by calling us or reserving online. You'll find a helpful voice on the line at 1-800-716-2788 x 150.

Groups are limited to eight guests. At this time we cannot accept groups larger than eight, and parties can not be split. Please click here to make a reservation.

Once you make your reservation, you will receive an email confirmation. Please contact us by phone if there are any changes to your reservation or if you are running more than 15 minutes late. We regret that we may not have the ability to accommodate your reservation at another time.

Jardin d'Hiver Glass Conservatory

Frequently Asked Questions

How much time should I plan on spending at Domaine Carneros?
Our Daily Tasting is 60 minutes, with some elevated experiences being up to 90 minutes. Our first reservation is at 10:00am and our last reservation is at 5:00pm, with last pour at 5:30pm.

Can I bring my children?
We're sorry, but due to the nature of our tastings and facilities, our visitation experience is limited to adults 21 and older.

What food is available? Can I bring my own food and have a picnic?
Domaine Carneros is one of the few Napa Valley wineries that offers table service and we offer a wide array of foods to complement the tasting experience-local charcuterie & cheeses, smoked salmon, caviar, and vegan cheese. You can review our appealing options here. We do not allow outside food due to permit restrictions and don't have a picnic area, but you will find area options at the Visit Napa Valley website.

Can I bring my pet?
Please leave your pet in the comfort of your home. We only permit animals trained in the service of someone with a disability.

Where will I be seated?
Weather dependant, you will enjoy our expansive outdoor terrace overlooking the vineyards, or inside the chateau in our original tasting salon. Premium experiences such as our food & wine pairings are held in the Jardin d'Hiver glass house. Please note that specific table location requests cannot be guaranteed.

Can I walk through your vineyards?
Our scenic vineyards are dedicated to making great wine and access to visitors is restricted. Similarly, the pond in front of the winery is not accessible due to safety considerations.

Can I take my Wedding/Engagement/Special Event photos at Domaine Carneros?
To prevent any impact on other guests enjoying their tasting experiences, we do not allow professional photography of any kind on our Napa Valley estate.

Does Domaine Carneros host wedding ceremonies or receptions?
No, unfortunately our Napa County Use Permit prohibits us from holding weddings or receptions.