At Windsor Wine Tours, the question, “When is the best time to visit Napa Valley Wine Country?” is often asked. There is really no wrong answer, although there are several reasons to visit Napa Valley in the summertime. Some of the many reasons that people love visiting during this time of year are listed below.
Summer Brings Perfect Weather
Visiting Napa Valley Wine Country in the summer means that you will enjoy longer warmer days. This is the perfect weather for enjoying the vineyards and outdoor activities. Enjoy sipping amazing wine while on a wine tour or enjoying a chilled glass of wine poolside.
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Enjoy Breathtaking Vineyard Views in Summer
There are really countless reasons to visit Napa Valley in summer. The breathtaking vineyard views are stunning this time of year and are a perfect time to sit back, relax, and sip wine while taking in these beautiful views! On your wine tour, you also experience unique and elevated experiences such as visiting a wine cave or indulging in a wine and food pairing. Featured below is Hourglass Winery in Calistoga.
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Enjoy the Vibrant Atmosphere
If you visit Napa Valley during the summer, you will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere. With summer bringing amazing weather, many wineries will have live music or various events. You can also enjoy concerts and many other wine related events. Visit our Best Napa Valley Events 2024 to discover what events are occuring when you are visiting wine country.
Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors! Enjoy going on hikes that overlook the vineyards at sunset or enjoy the many activities that you can do at Lake Berryessa such as boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding. You can also choose to soar above it all in a hot air-balloon ride with breathtaking views of Napa Valley.
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Indulge in Napa’s Cuisine
With so many farm to table restaurants in Napa Valley using the freshest and most high quality ingredients, this is an excellent time to come to Napa Valley and enjoy the amazing food scene here. There are so many amazing restaurants that are worth visiting throughout the Napa Valley. We recommend you book reservations in advance so you make sure to visit these restaurants while you are in Napa Valley.
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If you are still unsure what time of year you want to visit Sonoma County Wine Country, check out our other blogs for more information: Reasons to Visit Napa Valley in Spring or our other blog titled When is the Best Time of Year to Visit Napa Valley?
Book with us at Windsor Wine Tours this summer for an unforgettable experience. You can choose from our Calistoga Wine Tours, Napa Valley Wine Tours, Yountville Wine Tours, and Saint Helena Wine Tours.
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