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The Grade Cellars

The Grade Cellars

About The Grade Cellars

A NY couple fell in love with Napa in 1995 and never left, now making seriously good Cabernet with Thomas Rivers Brown across 32 acres in Calistoga. They're so obsessed with quality they'll literally skip a vintage if the conditions aren't perfect.

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Varietals

Cabernet Sauvignon

Visiting The Grade Cellars

Tasting fee
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Reservations
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Tasting room
Open to visitors

When to visit The Grade Cellars

Monday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Good to know about The Grade Cellars

Yes, The Grade Cellars has a tasting room open to visitors.
The Grade Cellars focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon. Signature bottles include THE GRADE | Winfield Vineyard, Serpent's Back, Kingly Project, Half Heaven. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
The Grade Cellars is in Calistoga, CA, in the Calistoga wine region. Phone: (707) 967-8200. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The Grade Cellars was established in 2004, giving the estate 22 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at The Grade Cellars is led by Thomas Rivers Brown. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Where to find The Grade Cellars

1236 Lincoln Ave
Calistoga, CA, United States of America

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