Storybook Mountain Vineyards

Napa Valley · Calistoga · Calistoga AVA
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Hours
Tours Monday-Saturday by appointment
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Phone
(707) 942-5310
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Tasting Fee
From $25
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Reservations
Required
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Est.
1976

About Storybook Mountain Vineyards

Storybook Mountain Vineyards is located north of Calistoga on Highway 128, where organically farmed hillside vineyards and historic wine caves shape the visitor experience. The winery is known for Zinfandel and other estate wines, and the appointment connects the wines to the mountain property rather than limiting the visit to a seated flight.

The current tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and costs $50 per person. It includes a guided walk through the vineyards followed by a tasting in wine caves that date back roughly 130 years. The route and weather make comfortable footwear and a light layer practical.

Tours are offered Monday through Saturday by appointment only. Visitors should reserve before driving north of Calistoga and allow enough travel time on Highway 128. Group limits, age rules, pet access and mobility accommodations should be confirmed in advance because the standard program includes walking and underground spaces.

Storybook Mountain is a strong fit for travelers interested in historic caves, mountain vineyards and a more traditional family-winery atmosphere. The 90-minute tour should be treated as a primary appointment rather than a quick add-on. The page should not label the property as walk-in or guarantee unrestricted cave exploration.

For trip planning, Storybook Mountain Vineyards should be handled according to the current reservation confirmation rather than an older directory listing. Experience names, pricing, included wines, food, age rules, pet access, group limits and operating days can change. The official booking page or a direct reply from the hospitality team should control the visitor address, arrival time and exact inclusions immediately before publication and travel.

Jerry and Sigrid Seps's 1976 Calistoga estate, one of Napa Valley's few Zinfandel specialists, tasting in 130-year-old caves.
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A former professor's leap of faith,Jerry Seps left a tenured history professorship to replant this abandoned site with no prior winemaking background, guided by consultant André Tchelistcheff.
130-year-old hand-dug caves,carved by Chinese laborers for the site's 1880s founders, survived a 1964 fire that destroyed everything else and still age Storybook's wines today.
A genuine Zinfandel specialist,Storybook has built its entire estate program around Zinfandel since the 1970s, a rarity in Cabernet-dominated Napa Valley.
"Wino Notion likes that Storybook Mountain's standard $50 appointment combines vineyard context with a tasting in genuinely historic caves. It offers a substantial Calistoga-area experience at a comparatively approachable fee, provided visitors plan for the full 90 minutes."
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Wines change with each vintage
For an accurate list of current-release wines and library bottlings from Storybook Mountain Vineyards, please check the winery's official website or contact the tasting room directly. Calistoga producers typically rotate vintages and offerings seasonally.

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Storybook Mountain Zinfandel Appointment
Taste the wines at Storybook Mountain Vineyards in Calistoga. By appointment only, reservations required.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the tasting room hours at Storybook Mountain Vineyards?

Storybook Mountain Vineyards's tasting room hours are By appointment only. Hours can change seasonally, so confirm with the winery before visiting.

Is Storybook Mountain Vineyards wheelchair accessible?

Yes - Storybook Mountain Vineyards offers wheelchair accessible facilities.

How much do tastings cost at Storybook Mountain Vineyards?

Tastings at Storybook Mountain Vineyards generally fall in the $$ price range. Check with the winery for current tasting options.

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