Merlot's moment in the spotlight may have passed, but you wouldn't know it at Duckhorn, whose fans gladly pay from $50 to nearly $100 a bottle for some of the world's finest wines from this varietal. You can taste Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and other wines in the airy, high-ceilinged tasting room, which looks like a sleek restaurant; you'll be seated at a table and served by...
With quintessential pastoral surroundings (think meadow views), Victorian farmhouse surroundings (hello verandas!), and a selection of extremely good wines on hand, Duckhorn Vineyards has much to offer for visitors interested in spending time to relax and taste. The tasting room, complete with cafe tables and a centerpiece bar, is a surprisingly modern place where you'll pay $25 for a flight of...