Sherwin Family Vineyards is a secluded Spring Mountain stop that feels much more like being invited to a private mountain estate than visiting a high-volume tasting room. The property sits above St. Helena among vineyards and forest, with an estate lake and fountain visible from the patio. The tasting room has a warm, residential feel—more living room than commercial wine bar—and in cooler weather guests may taste near the fireplace, while warmer days naturally pull the experience outside onto the patios and deck.
The wines are centered on estate-grown Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the mountain property. Current releases also include Sauvignon Blanc and an Atlas Peak Chardonnay, but Cabernet is the reason most wine-focused travelers seek out the winery. The tasting is deliberately personal and conversational rather than built around a large menu of public experience tiers, and the winery currently publishes one standard onsite tasting at $95 per person. The tasting fee may be waived with a qualifying wine purchase.
The setting encourages visitors to slow down. Sherwin specifically promotes enjoying a picnic on the deck, taking in the vineyard and lake views, and even trying the small Par One golf hole near the Patriotic Pond. The winery was rebuilt after the 2020 Glass Fire, so the current tasting room combines a newer facility with the same family-run hospitality and mountain setting. This is best for visitors who enjoy Cabernet, quiet scenery and personal attention and who are willing to devote extra driving time to reach the top of Spring Mountain.
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Sherwin Family Vineyards details
- Address
- 4060 Spring Mt Rd, St Helena, CA 94574
- Phone
- (707) 963-1154
- Reservations required
- Yes — please book online or call ahead; the winery describes onsite tastings as appointment-based.
- Tasting price
- $95
- Typical visit time
- About 60–90 min; allow extra travel time for the Spring Mountain road
- Wine focus
- Estate-grown Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc; Sauvignon Blanc and Atlas Peak Chardonnay also produced
- Discount available
- Napa Vine Pass
- Picnic
- Yes — the winery promotes relaxing with a picnic on the deck/patio; confirm food arrangements when booking.
- Food
- Limited — the regular tasting page does not list food service; certain wine-club benefits include a hosted picnic lunch.
- Group tasting
- Limited — the experience is intimate and appointment-based; contact the winery directly for larger parties or private arrangements.
- Distance from St. Helena
- 6 miles
- Distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- 81 miles
Common questions about visiting Sherwin Family Vineyards
Do I need a reservation at Sherwin Family Vineyards?
Sherwin Family Vineyards 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 — please book online or call ahead; the winery describes onsite tastings as appointment-based. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Sherwin Family Vineyards cost?
Tasting fees at Sherwin Family Vineyards are listed at $95. Published options include Winery Tasting: $95 per person (+ fees); tasting fee is waived with a minimum wine purchase. Virtual tastings are also available by arrangement. No additional regular public onsite tasting tiers are currently published. Sherwin Family Vineyards is listed with Napa Vine Pass on Discover Wine. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Sherwin Family Vineyards?
Plan About 60–90 min; allow extra travel time for the Spring Mountain road at Sherwin Family Vineyards, 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 Sherwin Family Vineyards?
Sherwin Family Vineyards is listed with a focus on Estate-grown Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc; Sauvignon Blanc and Atlas Peak Chardonnay also produced. Food note: Limited — the regular tasting page does not list food service; certain wine-club benefits include a hosted picnic lunch. Picnic note: Yes — the winery promotes relaxing with a picnic on the deck/patio; confirm food arrangements when booking. Groups: Limited — the experience is intimate and appointment-based; contact the winery directly for larger parties or private arrangements. 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 Sherwin Family Vineyards?
Wineries often paired with Sherwin Family Vineyards include Pride Mountain Vineyards, Barnett Vineyards, Schweiger Vineyards, and Smith-Madrone Vineyards & Winery. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Napa mid-day.
Where does Sherwin Family Vineyards fit into a Napa tasting day?
Secure the Sherwin appointment before building the rest of the day because Spring Mountain travel takes longer than the mileage suggests. Keep nearby appointments on Spring Mountain—such as Pride, Barnett, Schweiger or Smith-Madrone—rather than descending to the valley floor between every tasting. Leave enough time for the winding road and consider returning to St. Helena for lunch or dinner after the mountain visits.
Tasting options and prices
- Winery Tasting: $95 per person (+ fees)
- tasting fee is waived with a minimum wine purchase. Virtual tastings are also available by arrangement. No additional regular public onsite tasting tiers are currently published.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
Sherwin Family Vineyards is listed with Napa Vine Pass. Confirm dates and blackout rules on Napa tasting discounts and with the winery before you go.
Other wineries near Sherwin Family Vineyards
- Pride Mountain Vineyards
- Barnett Vineyards
- Schweiger Vineyards
- Smith-Madrone Vineyards & 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.