Harvest season melds gently into our Fall Color Season when the vines are naked of fruit and turn red and gold and yellow before retiring to their Winter sleep. Depending on the year, this Napa Valley attraction can last from November through December when the winter grasses meld with the turned leaves, creating wonderful visual contrasts.

Mid-August to mid-October: While on your wine country vacation in California, see our most popular season, the Harvest Season. This runs from mid-August to mid-October. The valley is absolutely humming with activity. Large gondolas (grape trailers) rumble through town and down the highways, literally turning the roads black with dripping juice. The wineries are in full swing and the weather is hot and clear. If you live in an area where summer is waning at this time, Napa Valley is the perfect place to come to extend your sun worshipping. Low humidity makes the 90 degree days a true pleasure. Book ahead for this time of year. Weekends fill up at least 6 months in advance. Some weekends book one year out!

November - December: After the rush of harvest this season is a welcome slowing of the pace. But there is another season looming! The Napa Valley has become the perfect spot to find that perfect gift for Christmas. Here is a sampling of what the Valley offers other than the obvious gift of wine...

Gift Certificates                 Premium Outlets
Mosswood                        The Reel Time Co.
Tantau                            I Wolk Gallery

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