Accommodation
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Okaeri Calistoga
The Accommodation category recognizes a lodging property that demonstrates a close connection to our wine region, driving tourism to the valley. Okaeri lies nestled into a forested hillside in Calistoga, where city blocks give way to vineyards and mountains rise to fill the skyline. The boutique inn features a unique culinary program by Chef Joshua Garcia combining Napa Valley ingredients with Japanese-inspired traditions, alongside exclusive private tastings of Kanpai Wines. This intimate and unique getaway, with six bespoke guest rooms, each intently curated to provide a restful, restorative experience as only Napa Valley can provide.
Architecture & Landscapes
Global Winner and Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Beaulieu Vineyard
This category recognizes a winery with significant architectural design elements or characteristics, whether historical or contemporary. In 1900, when Georges de Latour's wife, Fernande, first laid eyes on the land that would become their original Rutherford vineyard, she named it "beau lieu," or "beautiful place." Shortly thereafter, de Latour bought the four-acre ranch and founded Beaulieu Vineyard with the vision of making Napa Valley wines that would rival those of his native France. Following a landmark, two-year renovation, BV's historic stone winery buildings have been restored and transformed into welcoming hospitality spaces designed to connect visitors more deeply with the wines, vineyards, and people behind one of Napa Valley's earliest wineries.
Art & Culture
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Lewis Cellars
The Arts & Culture regional award focuses on a winery that displays a commitment to combining arts, culture, and wine in a forward-looking way. The artwork at Lewis Cellars is inspired by its opulent wine offerings, boldly displayed in a space that envelops you in the present moment and heightens your every sensation. Taste the passion and craftsmanship that vaulted their 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon to the top of Wine Spectator's 2016 Top 100 Wines list, and savor the mastery of wine and culinary pairings from their MICHELIN-Starred chef.
Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Bouchaine Vineyards
This category recognizes a winery that consistently delivers innovative, educational, and exceptional leisure activities and experiences. Bouchaine is the oldest continuously operating winery in the Carneros District. Today, Bouchaine creates superior wines that capture the elegance of Burgundy and the exuberance and authenticity of Carneros. Don't miss the Falconry in the Garden experience for an overview of how these majestic hunters help during grape harvest.
Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Robert Mondavi Winery
The Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices regional award highlights a winery that has implemented environmental practices and sustainable innovations and developments in the vineyards, winery, and visitor experience. A deep commitment to sustainability is at the heart of Robert Mondavi Winery, as they completed a major $200 million, three-year renovation and reopened in 2026. This Napa Green-certified winery has advanced its water conservation efforts by recycling winery water for irrigation, capturing rainwater, and using smart soil sensors. Upgrades have also been made to improve efficiency in energy and resource use, including being among the first vineyards to transition to electric tractors.
Culinary Experiences
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Charlie's Napa Valley
Open to both restaurants and wineries, the Culinary Experiences category recognizes a wine tourism business that elevates the regional wine experience through creative culinary and wine programming. Charlie's is dedicated to highlighting the bounty of the Napa Valley region with globally-inspired flavors that are locally sourced, globally inspired, and community driven.
Wine Tourism Services
Napa Valley Regional Award Winner: Napa Valley Car Club
The Wine Tourism Services regional award spotlights a wine tourism business for elevating the wine region through creative programming, driving visitation and improving the visitor experience. Napa Valley Car Club is the premier provider of high-performance automobiles in the heart of California's picturesque wine country. Catering to discerning automotive enthusiasts and visitors seeking a unique driving experience, an exclusive fleet of vehicles awaits to enhance your Napa Valley adventure.
