This harvest, step into Carneros for a tasting experience rooted in proximity, beauty, and Pinot mastery.
Just 45 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, Etude Winery in Carneros offers Bay Area wine lovers a chance to step directly into the rhythms of harvest. Fall in Napa Valley is more than a season — it’s a spectacle. Vineyards glow in warm tones, clusters hang heavy on the vine, and the air carries a richness that hints at the wines to come. For those seeking an escape close to home, Etude provides an experience that feels both transportive and distinctly local.
Founded on a devotion to craftsmanship and terroir, Etude has earned its reputation as Napa Valley’s Pinot Noir destination. Its home in the cool Carneros region provides the ideal conditions for Pinot to flourish, producing wines that are layered, expressive, and deeply tied to place. A visit to Etude offers more than a tasting; it is an immersion into the winemaker’s art and the unique character of Carneros. Guests can explore a range of Pinot Noirs that capture the diversity of the estate’s vineyards, from elegant single-vineyard bottlings to rare, cellar-worthy expressions.
During harvest, the experience comes alive. Guests may catch glimpses of the winemaking team at work, or taste wines that reflect the immediacy of the season. The estate’s serene setting, framed by vineyards and touched by the cooling influence of the San Pablo Bay, makes every glass a reflection of its surroundings.
Etude’s tasting experiences are designed for discovery — whether you’re deepening your knowledge of Pinot Noir or simply savoring a fall afternoon in wine country. With Napa Valley’s busiest season underway, now is the moment to plan a visit and experience Etude at its most vibrant.
