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Charles Krug Winery
Charles Krug Winery Review
The first winery founded in the Napa Valley, Charles Krug Winery, opened in 1861 when Count Haraszthy lent Krug a small cider press. Today the Peter Mondavi family runs it. Though the tasting room is fairly modest, the knowledgeable and friendly servers ensure a relaxed visit. The winery is best known for its lush red Bordeaux blends, but its zinfandel is also good—or go for something unusual with the New Zealand-style sauvignon blanc. Its zingy flavor of citrus and tropical fruit is rare in wines from this area. The picnic area behind the tasting room has a view of the redwood cellar (not open to the public), where their wines are aged.
- Address: 2800 N. Main St., St. Helena, CA, 94574 | Map It
- Phone: 707/963-5057
- Cost: Tasting $10-$20
- Hours: Daily 10:30-5
- Website: www.charleskrug.com
- Location: St. Helena
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juleel, from East Bay, California
With the construction project under way, there's not as much to do on property, but the staff was friendly and informative--Pam took us through a tasting complete with comparisons, and for we newbies that was great! I had a great conversation with Ralph when I was in the gift shop, and boy does he know some stuff!! I had no idea how many variables go into the flavors /smoothness /qualities of wine, simply at the vineyard stage. Overall, well worth my time.
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