Cosentino Winery

Cosentino Winery is a boutique producer in Yountville, Napa Valley, founded in 1980 by Mitch Cosentino. It is one of the first wineries in the region to specialize in Bordeaux-style blends and is particularly known for its 'The Poet' label. The tasting room, located on St. Helena Highway, offers a relaxed atmosphere where visitors can sample a range of wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Zinfandel. The winery also features a cave tour that takes guests through the barrel-aging cellars, providing insight into the winemaking process. Outside, there is a shaded picnic area with views of the vineyards, making it a pleasant spot for a casual afternoon. Cosentino's location in Yountville puts it close to other tasting rooms and Michelin-starred restaurants, making it a convenient stop on a wine country itinerary.

Don't miss

• Taste 'The Poet' and other signature blends in the cozy tasting room
• Guided cave tour with barrel samples and behind-the-scenes stories
• Picnic area with vineyard views, bring your own lunch or buy cheese and crackers on-site
• Friendly, knowledgeable staff who explain each wine's story
• Convenient location near Yountville's dining and shopping

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Ways to visit Cosentino Winery

Cheapest way inWine tasting in the historical Cantalici winery4.7★ · 49 travelers~1 hourFrom$17 per personSee dates →Most bookedHalf day Chianti Vineyard Escape from Florence with Wine Tastings4.5★ · 2,650 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$57 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleMontalcino: Brunello Wine Tasting & Lunch in a Tuscan Castle4.7★ · 117 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$68 per personSee dates →

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Know before you go

• Tastings are first-come, first-served, but cave tours require advance booking.
• Wine club members receive complimentary tastings and discounts on purchases.
• The winery sells a small selection of snacks, but you're welcome to bring your own picnic.
• Call ahead to confirm hours, as they may change seasonally.

A bit of history

Mitch Cosentino founded the winery in 1980 after studying enology at UC Davis. The winery was among the first in Napa to produce a proprietary red blend, 'The Poet,' which debuted in 1986 and remains a flagship wine.