Castello di Amorosa is unlike a conventional Napa tasting room. The focal point is a massive, authentically styled Tuscan castle, and visitors should expect to spend a substantial portion of their visit looking at the building itself. Stone courtyards, towers, interior rooms, cellars and underground passages make the property feel as much like a destination attraction as a winery.
A guided tour is especially worthwhile for first-time visitors because it provides access to more of the 136,000-square-foot castle and its underground wine caves and cellars. The walking portion lasts about an hour, and the underground areas remain around 58°F year-round, so comfortable shoes and a light layer are useful even on a warm Napa afternoon. The main tasting room continues the castle theme with vaulted brick ceilings, stonework and Italian-inspired architectural details.
The overall experience is particularly attractive to first-time Napa visitors, couples looking for memorable photographs and groups containing people who may not be deeply interested in wine. Serious wine drinkers can explore reserve and current-release wines, but the castle itself is a major part of why people visit. Unlike a quick tasting-room stop, this is a property where visitors should expect to explore before or after the actual wine tasting.
Castello di Amorosa photos
Castello di Amorosa details
- Address
- 4045 St Helena Hwy, Calistoga, CA 94515
- Phone
- (707) 967-6272
- Reservations required
- Yes — required for entry
- Tasting price
- $60–$75+
- Typical visit time
- About About 1–2 hr minutes
- Wine focus
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese/Italian varietals, Pinot Noir
- Discount available
- No tasting-pass discount listed
- Picnic
- No
- Food
- No outside food; culinary/private-event food available
- Group tasting
- Yes — 15+ private group options
- Distance from Calistoga
- 3 miles
- Distance from SFO
- 82.6 miles
Common questions about visiting Castello di Amorosa
Do I need a reservation at Castello di Amorosa?
Castello di Amorosa is listed as reservation-required. Book this stop before you lock the rest of a Napa tasting day; this listing does not confirm last-minute walk-ins. Listing note: Yes — required for entry. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Castello di Amorosa cost?
Tasting fees at Castello di Amorosa are listed at $60–$75+. Published option: The official booking page currently does not expose normal adult prices to the web crawler. A May 2026 visitor guide reports $60 general tasting/admission and $75 guided tour + tasting. Official large-group experiences start at $80, $125 with specialty pairing and $225 with Italian food. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Castello di Amorosa?
Plan About About 1–2 hr minutes at Castello di Amorosa, not counting drive time to the next stop.
What should I expect at Castello di Amorosa?
Castello di Amorosa is listed with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese/Italian varietals, Pinot Noir. Food note: No outside food; culinary/private-event food available. Groups: Yes — 15+ private group options. The overview at the top of this page covers tasting styles and who the stop is for.
What wineries should I visit before or after Castello di Amorosa?
Wineries often paired with Castello di Amorosa include Frank Family, Larkmead, Madrigal, and Schramsberg. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Napa mid-day.
Where does Castello di Amorosa fit into a Napa tasting day?
Don't treat this as a quick tasting. Allow time for photos and exploring. Combine with Sterling or Montelena on a Calistoga-focused day.
Tasting options and prices
- The official booking page currently does not expose normal adult prices to the web crawler. A May 2026 visitor guide reports $60 general tasting/admission and $75 guided tour + tasting. Official large-group experiences start at $80, $125 with specialty pairing and $225 with Italian food.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
No tasting-pass discount is listed for Castello di Amorosa right now. Recheck Napa tasting discounts or confirm current offers with the winery.
Other wineries near Castello di Amorosa
- Frank Family
- Larkmead
- Madrigal
- Schramsberg
Use the Napa winery map to compare drive miles and reservation windows.
Information last verified: September 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.