Clos du Val offers a refined but relatively calm Stags Leap District experience. The contemporary Hirondelle House and surrounding gardens provide a comfortable setting, while the wines reflect the winery's Bordeaux-inspired history and long focus on Cabernet Sauvignon. Compared with properties built around major attractions, the emphasis here is on the estate, the vineyard and how the wines develop over time.
The introductory tasting presents current releases with light seasonal accompaniments. Past, Present, Future adds more movement through the property and explores the winery's evolution, while the Retrospective Decade experience is designed for guests interested in library wines and ageability. Depending on the tasting, guests may spend time in the garden, patio, cellar or more private hospitality spaces. The style is polished without feeling overly theatrical.
Clos du Val is a good choice for visitors who want a serious wine experience without the intensity of a long technical seminar. Collectors and Cabernet enthusiasts will find the library comparisons particularly useful, while newer guests can stay with the current-release tasting. Its location makes it easy to combine with nearby Stags Leap District wineries and avoid unnecessary driving.
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Clos Du Val details
- Address
- 5330 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558
- Phone
- 707-261-5212
- Reservations required
- Reservations encouraged — walk-ins welcome based on availability
- Tasting price
- $75–$125
- Typical visit time
- 60–90 min
- Wine focus
- Bordeaux-inspired Stags Leap District wines — Cabernet-based blends and estate reds
- Discount available
- Priority Wine Pass
- Picnic
- No general picnic program; garden/patio seating is experience-based
- Food
- Yes — seasonal dip/sourdough, cheese and charcuterie included with select tastings
- Group tasting
- Yes — private tastings for groups of 8+; up to ~30 tasting guests
- Distance from Yountville
- 5.5 miles
- Distance from SFO
- 66.8 miles
Common questions about visiting Clos Du Val
Do I need a reservation at Clos Du Val?
Clos Du Val is listed as reservations recommended. Walk-ins may be possible when space permits, but a reserved time is the safer plan if you are visiting more than one winery the same day. Listing note: Reservations encouraged — walk-ins welcome based on availability. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Clos Du Val cost?
Tasting fees at Clos Du Val are listed at $75–$125. See tasting options below for the current menu of experiences. Clos Du Val is listed with Priority Wine Pass on Discover Wine. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Clos Du Val?
Plan 60–90 min at Clos Du Val, not counting drive time to the next stop. Leave a buffer before any later reservation so you are not cutting a longer tasting short.
What should I expect at Clos Du Val?
Clos Du Val is listed with a focus on Bordeaux-inspired Stags Leap District wines — Cabernet-based blends and estate reds. Food note: Yes — seasonal dip/sourdough, cheese and charcuterie included with select tastings. Picnic note: No general picnic program; garden/patio seating is experience-based. Groups: Yes — private tastings for groups of 8+; up to ~30 tasting guests. 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 Clos Du Val?
Wineries often paired with Clos Du Val include Chimney Rock Winery, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Pine Ridge Vineyards, and Regusci Winery. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Napa mid-day.
Where does Clos Du Val fit into a Napa tasting day?
Cluster Clos du Val with other Silverado Trail/Stags Leap wineries. If selecting the 90-minute Retrospective tasting, avoid another long Cabernet vertical immediately before or after it.
Tasting options and prices
- Hirondelle House Tasting $75 / 60 min
- Past, Present, Future $100 / 90 min
- Retrospective Decade $125 / 90 min
- By-the-Glass Experience with refundable reservation fee
- private group tastings from about $125+ / 90 min.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
Clos Du Val is listed with Priority Wine Pass. Confirm dates and blackout rules on Napa tasting discounts and with the winery before you go.
Other wineries near Clos Du Val
- Chimney Rock Winery
- Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
- Pine Ridge Vineyards
- Regusci Winery
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.