Even though it’s just a few minutes from our home, we hadn’t visited Sequoia Grove Winery in years; in fact, it’s been since before Samantha was born.
I suppose we didn’t think it was family-friendly.
But then, in using our favorite winery finder tool, I found that Sequoia Grove fits both of our two main criteria:
1) Family-friendly
2) Picnic area
After tasting through a few wines, we decided on a nice rosé. A perfect pairing with our picnic fare, the wine offers pretty strawberry & raspberry notes and a nice balance.
We settled into a bistro table on the shaded patio and tucked into our charcuterie, cheeses and breads.
Samantha ran around the expansive grassy area, and made some new friends.
Who: All ages, though of course you’ll need to watch those toddlers closely
What: A low-key wine tasting experience in a casual atmosphere (but as the winery is right on Highway 29, I bet it can get quite busy)
Where: 8338 St. Helena Highway (that’s Higway 29)–their website says they are in Napa, but I’d swear it’s more like Rutherford or Oakville
When: Non-peak Highway 29 tourist times, so weekdays in spring or fall, would be best
Why: Nice wines, unimposing tasting room, pretty grounds and convenient location
