Valentine's Day in Napa Valley: A Romantic's Guide

Still no plans for Valentine’s Day? It is fast approaching and we recommend spoiling that special someone in your life with a wine country experience guaranteed to win over hearts. To kick-off the long weekend, check-in to one of the romantic boutique hotels or Bed & Breakfasts nestled throughout the valley. Flowers in the room are highly encouraged! Artisan florists make getting the perfect bouquet effortless.

Pastries and rich coffee from local bakeries are a sweet way to start a day of wine tasting and site seeing! And because you’ll want to travel in style, classic convertible rentals like a 1947 Packard make an ideal touring car and are undeniably romantic. Bring a bottle of sparkling, your sunglasses and a sense of adventure.

There are numerous wineries in Rutherford to delight all levels of wine connoisseurs. Visit winecountry.com for a list of surrounding wineries and to map your trip. The site makes it easy to get a feel for each winery so you can select a handful that are perfectly suited to your Valentine wishes!

For the ultimate romantic treat, be sure to stop into ZD Wines! The Winter Wine Experience will take you through the cellar on a private guided tour where you will sample soon to be released wine as it matures in the barrel. Taste several current vintage and reserve wines, and purchase a decadent chocolate-dipped bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon to enjoy later!

For lunch, small delis and luxury food stores make great places to get picnic items such as cured meats, freshly baked bread, and a range of cheeses. In St. Helena, window shop along Main Street before heading to Calistoga to unwind at one of the natural springs or get your hands dirty with a Mud Bath! In the evening, there are endless dining options to satisfy your taste buds or, stay in and curl up with a bottle of ZD and your favorite someone.

If you can’t make it to Napa Valley this February 14th, create your own Wine Country magic with one of ZD’s indulgent chocolate-dipped Cabernet Sauvignon bottles or with our multiple award-winning 2006 Reserve Chardonnay. You’re Valentine is sure to swoon.