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. 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 — 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 a buffer before any later reservation so you are not cutting a longer tasting short.
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 overview at the top of this page covers tasting styles and who the 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. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Napa mid-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: September 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.