Schramsberg is one of Napa Valley's most distinctive visits because the experience takes place around a historic hillside property and an extensive network of hand-dug caves. The winery is best known for traditional-method sparkling wines, and a visit gives guests a chance to see the dark, cool cellar environment where bottles age and where the labor-intensive sparkling-wine process becomes much easier to understand.
Visitors can choose a tasting-only format, but the cave tour is the more memorable first-time experience. A guided tour typically introduces Schramsberg's history, explains riddling, aging and secondary fermentation, and then moves into a tasting of sparkling wines. Higher-level experiences add reserve wines, artisan cheeses, meats, fruit and nuts, while private custom tours provide a more personalized look at the portfolio. Davies Vineyards still wines may also appear in certain tastings.
The visit feels intimate and educational rather than flashy. Sparkling-wine enthusiasts will appreciate the technical detail, while visitors who simply want variety after several Cabernet tastings will enjoy the contrast. The caves remain cool, so bring a light layer even in summer. The drive into the property and the tour format also justify a generous buffer before the next appointment.
Schramsberg photos
Schramsberg details
- Address
- 1400 Schramsberg Rd, Calistoga, CA 94515
- Phone
- (707) 942-2414
- Reservations required
- Yes — reservations required
- Tasting price
- $70–$150
- Typical visit time
- About 60 min tasting-only; cave tours ~75–90 min
- Wine focus
- Traditional-method sparkling wines; Davies Vineyards still wines
- Discount available
- No tasting-pass discount listed
- Picnic
- No general picnic experience
- Food
- Yes — Reserve Cave Tour includes artisan cheeses, meats, fruit and nuts
- Group tasting
- Yes — private tours for 7+ by advance arrangement
- Distance from Calistoga
- 3.4 miles
- Distance from SFO
- 87 miles
Common questions about visiting Schramsberg
Do I need a reservation at Schramsberg?
Schramsberg is listed as reservation-required for the experience in this note. Book that experience before you lock the rest of a Napa tasting day. Listing note: Yes — reservations required. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Schramsberg cost?
Tasting fees at Schramsberg are listed at $70–$150. See tasting options below for the current menu of experiences. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Schramsberg?
Plan About 60 min tasting-only; cave tours ~75–90 min at Schramsberg, not counting drive time to the next stop. Leave extra time before your next stop so you do not have to rush.
What should I expect at Schramsberg?
Schramsberg is listed with a focus on Traditional-method sparkling wines; Davies Vineyards still wines. Food note: Yes — Reserve Cave Tour includes artisan cheeses, meats, fruit and nuts. Picnic note: No general picnic experience. Groups: Yes — private tours for 7+ by advance arrangement. The top of this page explains the tasting styles and who this stop is for.
What wineries should I visit before or after Schramsberg?
Wineries often paired with Schramsberg include Chateau Montelena, Sterling Vineyards, Castello di Amorosa, and Bennett Lane Winery. Keep stops close. Do not cross Napa in the middle of the day.
Where does Schramsberg fit into a Napa tasting day?
Make Schramsberg part of a Calistoga/north Napa day. Bring a light layer for the caves and do not schedule the next reservation tightly—the approach, tour and cellar time can make the visit longer than a simple tasting.
Tasting options and prices
- Classic Tasting Only $70 / ~60 min
- Custom Tasting Only $80 / ~60 min
- Cave Tour with Classic Tasting about $100
- Private Custom Cave Tour $120
- Cave Tour with Reserve Wine & Cheese Pairing $150.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
No tasting-pass discount is listed for Schramsberg right now. Recheck Napa tasting discounts or confirm current offers with the winery.
Other wineries near Schramsberg
- Chateau Montelena
- Sterling Vineyards
- Castello di Amorosa
- Bennett Lane Winery
Use the Napa winery map to compare drive miles and reservation windows.
Information last verified: October 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.