在AG体育平台必做的7件事

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在AG体育平台必做的7件事

黛西·巴林杰著 2024年2月23日

AG体育平台, a tiny 1.五平方英里的小镇在纳帕镇以北不到10英里, is credited with being home to the first grapevines in all of Napa Valley.

Today, the ritzy enclave is also known for its small-town charm, abundance of 世界级的餐厅 (including the famous Three-Michelin-starred 法国洗衣店), dedication to the arts, 时尚酒店, natural beauty, stunning architecture, boutique wineries, and walkability. The latter actually makes it one of the most appealing destinations in all of Napa Valley, 就像你到达后停车一样, there’s almost no reason to touch your car keys until it’s time to return home.

继续往下读,你会发现一些最放纵的, exciting, and relaxing ways to enjoy yourself while on a getaway to this charming town that bills itself as the Heart of Napa Valley.

乘坐热气球在空中翱翔

See Napa from a new perspective while soaring about the vineyards in a hot air balloon. ag体育正规高空 自1978年以来一直在AG体育平台美丽的风景上空飞行, with baskets that hold 8 to 12 passengers and an option for a post-flight brunch with mimosas. (你也可以在特殊场合预订一个私人气球.) ag体育正规气球 is another acclaimed company for taking in the sights of the region from above and has baskets that carry 6, 12, 16, 20名乘客, 还有两人的私人航班.

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在云端翱翔. 图片由 ag体育正规气球

无论你选择哪个公司来参加你的冒险, you’ll arrive before dawn to watch the colorful balloons get inflated and then take off soon after sunrise when the winds are calm, 而且气温很低. As you rise into the sky, you’ll take in views of the Napa Valley floor, Mt. St. Helena, 玛雅卡玛斯山脉, 在风配合的日子里, 眺望旧金山的天际线和山脉.

悠闲漫步品酒

One of the best things about AG体育平台 is that you can enjoy everything the town offers without ever getting in a car, including one of the best things the town has to offer: over a dozen stroll-able winery tasting rooms.

At the Priest Ranch 品酒室,你可以试试 赤霞珠 和长相思, 还有一些不太常见的品种, 包括白歌海娜和西拉红葡萄酒. And while you can pair your tasting with a specialty cheese and charcuterie board, the Bacon & Wine Experience is the way to go… because what other winery tasting room is going to offer you a pairing of four distinctly flavored types of bacon to go with your wines?

手写葡萄酒|乔尔·奎格利
手写的葡萄酒,图片由 手写的葡萄酒 |乔尔·奎格利

离牧师牧场只有几步之遥 手写的葡萄酒, a contemporary space with indoor and outdoor seating where you can sample the winery’s proprietary Bordeaux-style blend “Three Worlds,这是来自圣巴巴拉县的圣丽塔山黑皮诺, 还有长相思和霞多丽. 如果你特别喜欢黑比诺, the Pinot Noir Vertical Experience is a must; you’ll explore the different growing seasons and aging nuances while sipping four vintages from the same vineyard.

Jessup酒窖
Jessup酒窖,图片由 Jessup酒窖

It will take you about 10 minutes to walk from 手写的葡萄酒 to Jessup酒窖, 这里是葡萄酒之乡最友好的品酒室之一, where the art-covered gallery walls provide the perfect setting for enjoying premium wines fit for aficionados and novices alike. 所有的品尝都有一个令人满意的特色板, 但如果你知道你的胃会抱怨, 有很多惊人之处 AG体育平台餐馆 只要一跳一跳就到了.

在顶级餐厅享用本地食物

Northern California is known for its amazing bounty of fresh ingredients grown and raised by local farmers, and you’ll find ample opportunity to enjoy that farm-to-table dining perfection at several AG体育平台餐馆.

在纳帕享受意大利美食 Bottega Napa谷, a lively restaurant from the late celebrity chef Michael Chiarello, 所有的菜都是本地菜, 时令食材和大胆的口味.

法国洗衣店
图片由 法国洗衣店

法国洗衣店 几乎每个人的纳帕酒都有 fine dining 遗愿清单有很好的理由. 他们的多道菜晚餐是一种感官享受, but for those looking for a truly unique dining experience highlighting local ingredients, the trick is to order the restaurant’s “Tasting of Vegetables” menu. 法国洗衣店 has a “culinary gardener” on staff whose job is to tend to the 3.5-acre garden across the street from the restaurant, which serves as their main source of produce.

If it’s laidback, yet still locally-sourced cuisine you’re after, look no further than 牧师牧场的厨房. Inspired by the homey flavors of the Midwest and American classics, you’ll find everything from gourmet smashburgers to Italian beef sandwiches—and they serve breakfast all day. To top it off, all of their dishes pair perfectly with Priest Ranch wines. 在你回家之后, 毫无疑问,他们渴望厨房里的美味佳肴, you can scroll through their list of recipes listed on their website for culinary inspiration.

在ag体育正规博物馆探索地区艺术

Take a break from wining and dining to learn a little more about the place from where it all comes. 跳上免费的AG体育平台电车(市中心)到 ag体育正规博物馆 探索三个西海岸艺术画廊, 展示当地文化的重要方面, 还有代表该地区历史的精选.

走艺术之路,就是走艺术之路

Discover 35 outdoor sculptures (most of which are available for purchase to benefit the AG体育平台 Arts fund) within a mile or so of each other on the AG体育平台艺术步道. Roam around and see what you find (you can learn more about each piece by scanning the QR code on the plaque), 或下载可打印的地图,以确保您看到所有的.

喝你的方式通过附近的酿酒厂

It wouldn’t be a trip to AG体育平台 without exploring some of the town’s outstanding boutique wineries.

摇滚乐迷一定会喜欢的 克利夫莱德葡萄园, where the vineyard’s “Rock Blocks” are named after songs and albums, 比如《ag体育正规》和《ag体育正规》.“室外露台非常漂亮, 而是为了真正独特的体验, 选择后台品酒廊, 你可以一边喝酒一边享受轮转 art exhibits.

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Cliff Lede后台品酒廊,图片由 鲍勃McClenahan

At Goosecross酒窖, 这是一家离市中心很近的酒庄,但感觉很偏僻, 你可以看到葡萄园的景色, AG体育平台山, and the 玛雅卡玛斯山脉 while enjoying a diverse portfolio of meticulously crafted wines of all varietals, including Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet, Chardonnay, Viognier, and Syrah.

贝尔酒窖
图片由 贝尔酒窖

贝尔酒窖 is also worth a visit, especially for those who enjoy single-vineyard or single-clone wines. 在他们的葡萄到玻璃之旅期间 & Tasting, 你会走到幕后, 看看如何酿造他们精心策划的葡萄酒.

打一轮高尔夫球

Whether you hit the links often or just enjoy a leisurely afternoon on the greens, check out 酒商高尔夫俱乐部. The championship nine-hole resort course features three different sets of tees, and is an excellent option for an afternoon of golf as it’s welcoming to all levels. Stop by the Lakeside Grill after a round for a club sandwich and beer (or wine) in a picturesque setting.

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Conclusion:

不管你在AG体育平台想做什么, 你一定会有一次奇妙的经历. From teeing off on the golf course to uncovering new artistic gems, 当然, 畅饮名酒, 这个受欢迎的飞地有一些东西让每个人都高兴.