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Sniffy & Sunny are
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"...one of the most unique & interesting places to visit in Wine Country."
-Frommer's Wine Country Guide |
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Visit the Still on the Hill
Charbay Winery & Distillery
4001 Spring Mountain Road
St Helena, Napa Valley, California
Celebrating over 29 years of
winemaking & distilling
in California
HOURS - 10am to 4pm By Appointment
(Closed Major Holidays)
Relax on the patio and enjoy a glass of wine or port
paired with a cigar from the Charbay humidor.
Charbay Visit: $20
Learn how we distill - our Alambic Pot Still turns out some amazing spirits including the brandy that makes our port, aperitif and dessert wines so special.
Presently we're pouring:
Chardonnay 2010
Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa)
Green Tea Aperitif
Pomegranate Dessert Wine
Distillers' Port
... we hear over & over:
I don't like port - but I like this!
Due to California state law, we are not
able to pour Charbay spirits.
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It's been a non stop flurry of fermenting and distilling over the last 29+ years. Marko, who has apprenticed under his father since age 10, has graduated to Master Distiller level. He now carries on the family heritage with the many wines and spirits of Charbay.
Join us for a tasting of the current wine based releases. Learn about the art of distilling beside one of our Alambic pot stills. Make time to enjoy a cigar with a glass of port or 2005 Cabernet - picnic tables are available by reservation, weather permitting. |
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What's happening at the "Still on the Hill"
Aperitif Cocktails
Learn about the delicious Green Tea Aperitif Marko & Miles created. Pour over ice and you have a multi layered/flavored wine based cocktail...perfect when friends drop in - ready to pour, ready to enjoy! Serve with salty roasted nuts.
Port and Cigars- We're cigar friendly!
Take a break and enjoy a cigar with a glass of Charbay. Sit outside, enjoy the peace & quiet of Spring Mountain. We have a stash of fine cigars so you can be spontaneous! Weather permitting.
Visit our Events Page to see the full calendar. |
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Book Reservations |
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Directions to Charbay
(Driving north into St. Helena)
Turn Left on Madrona Avenue – it’s the 3rd traffic light as you are coming through town.
Go 3 blocks & turn Right on Spring Mountain Rd.
Drive 4.5 miles. Our driveway is the second driveway on the left past Terra Valentine Winery.
Turn Left at 4001 Spring Mountain Rd and head up the private driveway.
Please drive very slowly (10 MPH Max) up the hill.
At the black gate press the call button - Welcome to Charbay!
Check out these sites to find more things to do, where to eat, where to sleep:
- St. Helena Chamber of Commerce
- WineCountry.com
- CellarPass
- Visit Napa Valley
Some of our favorites:
Private Driver: The most carefree way to visit Napa Valley
St. Helena Wine Tours -
Reach out for Ken (707) 963-9644
Knight Wine Tours with Stan Knight – takes you where you want to go for a memorable visit. 707-738-4500 www.knightwinetours.com
Julie’s Hidden Napa Jeep Wine Tours Julie takes you where jeeps go! 707-255-1356 www.hiddennapa.com
Lodging:
- Mille Vigne - Soak up the magic of Spring Mountain. Rebecca has the most romantic & peaceful hideaway.(you won't want to go home!)
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Are you a Tequila Fan who wants to learn more?
Let us introduce you to a gentleman who gives great personal tours of Tequila! David Ruiz
Tequila Tours.com is registered with the Mexican Secretary of Tourism. For more information, visit: http://www.tequilatours.com/
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Live Music in Napa Valley: Like to add some live music to your next visit? Check out Silos Jazz Club in Napa at the end of Main Street. Kick back, enjoy the jazz - you can even order a Charbay cocktail - life is good. Check their line up before you come so you can work in some good jazz. | |
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