What is the dress code for Napa wineries?


What is the dress code for Napa wineries? “Napa Valley Chic” is simply “Wine Country Casual” on a fashionable vacation. Women will likely want to wear a dress or dress slacks with heels or nice flats, while men can opt for slacks and a jacket or sport coat (without a tie). Think sophisticated and elegant, not urban or flashy, and you'll be fine.


What is winery etiquette?

Taste the wine in small sips, not large gulps. Let it swirl in your mouth and enjoy the feel, the texture, and the taste. By swirling it you will get the whole experience and palate of tasting. Also, be observant of what lingers in your mouth after you swallow it or spit it out.


Do you tip at wineries in Napa?

RECOMMENDED TIP: $10 to $15 per couple. TABLE SIDE TASTINGS: Many wineries have moved to a seated tasting where you sit down and they bring you wine. Most wineries have moved to this model due to the virus. RECOMMENDED TIP: $10 to $20 per couple.


Is 1 day in Napa enough?

While you could easily fit in a half-day visit to Napa, we suggest making it a full-day trip, so you can do all the fun things like wine tasting, dining out, and exploring, of course.


What not to say at a wine tasting?

Don't say: “Look at the legs! This must be a great wine”. This is one of the most crucial parts of wine tasting, because the aromas, perceived only through the nose, are a vital part of our appreciation of a wine. The swirl and sniff is well known.