By Ian Devereux White By Ian Devereux White | May 24, 2023 | Lifestyle, Feature,
Want to mix in a little wellness with wine-sipping this spring and summer? Some of our favorite spots in Napa and Sonoma offer endless options.
Wellness options at Bricoleur Vineyards include yoga.
Wine country has its moniker for a reason, but there are countless ways to celebrate grapes and wellness among the vines this season.
Cuvaison Winery features great sips, hikes and boxed lunches after treks.
RED CAR WINE, redcarwine.com
WELLNESS: Forest bathing at Zephyr Farms Vineyard
Jenny Harrow-Keeler, a certified nature therapy guide and Sonoma County wine professional, guides Red Car Winery guests in a meditative practice, opening senses to the forest and vineyard that surrounds them. From there, guests are led on a gentle hike to a hilltop and taste single-vineyard pinot noir and chardonnay—from grapes grown on those very vineyards.
In addition to great wines, Red Car offers forest bathing.
BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS, bricoleurvineyards.com
WELLNESS: Yoga, meditation, sound healing and aromatherapy
Bricoleur’s wellness programs are the epitome of balance, as it has cultivated these experiences to be harmonious with the winery’s core values on the gorgeous 40-acre estate. The team offers yoga, sound healing, meditation and aromatherapy, utilizing estate flowers and herbs, plus a range of shifting seasonal opportunities. Bonus: Insiders know the staff will personalize wine-tasting and wellness experiences.
A group hike at Lambert Bridge Winery
LANDMARK VINEYARDS, landmarkwine.com
WELLNESS: Yoga, hikes, brunches and games
The estate knows fitness. In fact, its yoga classes—held atop the historic Hop Kiln Estate lawn—are followed by a healthy brunch and wine-tasting. Landmark also offers seasonal hikes and guided vineyard tours, which also include tastings and lunch. Guests can play bocce and other games while they sip at the winery. Landmark believes in providing unique flavors, exquisite surroundings and rooted physicality to challenge and fulfill the body and mind.
Yoga at Keller Winery
KELLER ESTATE, kellerestate.com
WELLNESS: Vinyasa, meditation, hikes and harvest
Every second Saturday, Keller Estate offers special experiences that focus on health and wellness—from vinyasa yoga classes to meditation walks and hands-on experiences. The team strives to seamlessly blend health, nature and a little wine. Keller also has a Helping Hands program every second Saturday of the month, beginning Aug. 12 and running through Nov. 11, where guests can join the harvest crew for a morning at the vineyard or orchard.
Visitors enjoy trekking the gorgeous property at Bella Winery.
These hills are not only made for exceptional grapes but also a little trekking.
BELLA VINEYARDS, bellawinery.com
Hike Lily Hill with Karen Austin, who’s a registered dietitian, nutritionist, certified health coach and behavior change specialist. Taste and cool down in the vineyard’s caves afterward.
CHAPPELLET, chappellet.com
Hike Pritchard Hill. After experiencing spectacular hilltop landscapes and postcard-perfect Napa Valley views, relax and savor a guided tasting of current-release wines.
CUVAISON WINERY, cuvaison.com
Take a vineyard hike and tour the scenic estate, where you’ll see no visible roads or traffic—despite being only one hour from San Francisco. Enjoy a gourmet boxed lunch and tasting with the hike.
An inviting trail at Chappellet Winery
LAMBERT BRIDGE WINERY, lambertbridge.com
The Chambers Vineyard Hike is hosted by winemaker Jennifer Higgins. At each destination, guests enjoy a splash of wine and learn a little something. Finish the hike with an alfresco lunch by the pond.
KUNDE FAMILY WINERY, kunde.com
Kunde’s fifth-generation team of winegrowers lead fun and educational hikes around the 1,850-acre estate. Insider tip: Some of the hikes are catered to dogs and the people they happen to hang out with.
MEADOWOOD NAPA VALLEY, meadowood.com
A beloved Napa Valley resort known for luxury and comfort, Meadowood has a long history of excellence when it comes to food, fitness and wellness programs. Its newly reinvigorated programming includes breathwork, HIIT, yoga, labyrinth walks, tai chi and Pilates. Meadowood’s Forbes five-star spa is among the most heralded in Napa Valley and has a menu of curated treatments, including massages, facials and luxurious baths.
OSMOSIS DAY SPA SANCTUARY, osmosis.com
A secret escape for locals and tourists in the know, Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary features cedar enzyme baths, along with a range of spa and massage treatments. Walk in the property’s Zen gardens, relax in the tea garden, chill in the meditation garden, or nap in the field of hammocks.
Photography by: BRADEN TAVELLI