Carneros: Cool-Climate Pinot, Chardonnay & Sparkling

Carneros straddles the southern ends of both Napa and Sonoma. Cool breezes off San Pablo Bay make it ideal for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wine.

Why it’s special

Rolling hills, bay views and a style of wine that’s fresher and more elegant than the warmer valley floor.

How we plan it

Carneros is the closest wine region to San Francisco, so it’s a perfect first stop or a stand-alone half day. Pair a sparkling house with a small Pinot producer.

Pair it with

An afternoon in downtown Napa or Sonoma Plaza.

Best for

Sparkling-wine fans, Pinot lovers, travelers short on time.

When to go

Year-round. Afternoons can be breezy, so bring a layer.

Sample day

11:00 Pickup 11:30 Sparkling terrace tasting 1:00 Lunch 2:30 Small Pinot Noir producer 4:00 Return

Questions

Is Carneros in Napa or Sonoma?

How far from San Francisco?

Carneros: Cool-Climate Pinot, Chardonnay & Sparkling

Carneros straddles the southern ends of both Napa and Sonoma. Cool breezes off San Pablo Bay make it ideal for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wine.

Why it’s special

Rolling hills, bay views and a style of wine that’s fresher and more elegant than the warmer valley floor.

How we plan it

Carneros is the closest wine region to San Francisco, so it’s a perfect first stop or a stand-alone half day. Pair a sparkling house with a small Pinot producer.

Pair it with

An afternoon in downtown Napa or Sonoma Plaza.

Best for

Sparkling-wine fans, Pinot lovers, travelers short on time.

When to go

Year-round. Afternoons can be breezy, so bring a layer.

Sample day

11:00 Pickup 11:30 Sparkling terrace tasting 1:00 Lunch 2:30 Small Pinot Noir producer 4:00 Return

Questions

Is Carneros in Napa or Sonoma?

How far from San Francisco?

Carneros: Cool-Climate Pinot, Chardonnay & Sparkling

Carneros straddles the southern ends of both Napa and Sonoma. Cool breezes off San Pablo Bay make it ideal for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wine.

Why it’s special

Rolling hills, bay views and a style of wine that’s fresher and more elegant than the warmer valley floor.

How we plan it

Carneros is the closest wine region to San Francisco, so it’s a perfect first stop or a stand-alone half day. Pair a sparkling house with a small Pinot producer.