Private tastings in Napa Valley
Organic Wine Tastings
Private organic wine tastings at a boutique Napa estate — vineyard walks, cellar time, classes, and gatherings hosted by the family. Unhurried, and nothing like a tasting bar.
Tastings & Tours
Organic Wine Tasting at a Boutique Napa Winery
Signature Estate Wine Tasting & Tour
$85 / guest
One unhurried visit that takes in the whole estate. We begin with a walk through the organically farmed vineyard, continue with a tour of the cellar, and finish with a seated, guided tasting of our current releases and select library wines.
- Guided walk through the organically farmed vineyard
- A visit with the estate sheep when the flock is grazing among the vines
- A tour of the cellar
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Paired with estate olive oil and local artisanal cheeses
Wine club allotments include complimentary Signature Estate Tasting & Tours for two. The 3-bottle allotment includes 1 Complimentary Signature Estate Tasting & Tour for Two. The 6-bottle allotment includes 2 Complimentary Signature Estate Tasting & Tours for Two. The 12-bottle allotment includes 3 Complimentary Signature Estate Tasting & Tours for Two. Every allotment includes 15% Off Limited Bottlings & Curated Collections. See Wine Club.
More Ways to Visit
Deepen Your Aum Experience
The estate tasting above is our standard visit. Everything below is by arrangement — offered when the season and the cellar allow. Inquire and we will tell you what is available.
Sunset Wine Tasting & Tour Experience
Discover Aum Cellars at one of the most beautiful times of day. Begin with a private tour of the estate and vineyard, then settle in for a guided tasting as the afternoon light fades across Napa Valley. Along the way, learn about the vineyard, our approach to winemaking, and the story behind the wines in your glass.
Intimate, unhurried, and limited to just a handful of guests, this is a chance to experience the estate after the bustle of the day has passed—with exceptional wines, personal conversation, and a Napa Valley sunset as the backdrop.
- Private estate and vineyard tour
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Exclusive after-hours access timed around sunset
$105 per person
Candlelight Cellar Wine Tastings
Experience Aum Cellars after dark with an intimate tasting by candlelight in the heart of the cellar. Surrounded by our cellar collection and the soft glow of candlelight, guests are guided through a selection of estate wines in a setting that feels private, relaxed, and removed from the usual Napa Valley tasting experience.
With limited seating and an unhurried pace, the evening is as much about atmosphere and conversation as it is about the wine—a memorable way to experience the cellar and discover the stories behind each pour.
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Evening experience by candlelight
- Intimate cellar setting among the wines
- Relaxed, unhurried tasting
$105 per person
Wine & Artisan Cheese Pairing Experience
Discover how the right pairing can bring an entirely new dimension to both wine and cheese. Enjoy a guided tasting alongside a curated selection of artisan cheeses sourced from local cheesemakers, with each combination thoughtfully chosen to complement the character of the wine.
As you taste, we'll explore how flavor, texture, acidity, and richness interact—and why certain cheeses can reveal qualities in a wine you may not have noticed on their own. It's an intimate and delicious way to experience Aum wines through the flavors of Napa Valley.
- Guided tasting of four (4) Aum Cellars estate wines
- Curated selection of locally made artisan cheeses
- Thoughtfully matched wine and cheese pairings
- Guided exploration of each pairing
$125 per person
Wine & Chocolate Pairing Experience
Discover an unexpected side of Aum Cellars wines through a guided pairing of four (4) wines with artisan chocolates. Each chocolate is thoughtfully selected to complement a particular wine, creating combinations that can reveal new layers of fruit, spice, texture, and richness in every glass.
As you move through the tasting, we'll explore what happens when wine and chocolate meet and why certain flavors work so beautifully together. Intimate, indulgent, and a little unexpected, it's a delicious way to experience the wines beyond a traditional tasting.
- Guided tasting of four (4) Aum Cellars estate wines
- Artisan chocolate individually paired with each wine
- Exploration of the flavors and textures behind each pairing
- Carefully curated wine and chocolate combinations
$125 per person
By Appointment
All visits are private and by appointment only. We host a limited number of guests each day.
Intimate Groups
Tastings are held for parties of up to eight. For larger groups, please reach out to us directly.
Estate Wines
You'll taste the wines exactly where they are grown, guided by the people who made them.
In Napa Valley
2844 Monticello Rd, Napa, California — in the heart of the Coombsville appellation.
For Two
Couples Experiences
Celebrate the moments that matter most with a private escape for two among the vines.
Proposal Package
Create an unforgettable setting for one of life's biggest questions. We'll help you plan a private proposal among the vines, choosing a beautiful spot on the estate and preparing the details so you can focus entirely on the moment.
After the question—and hopefully the yes—celebrate together with a chilled bottle of Aum Cellars wine and time to simply enjoy the vineyard, the wine, and the beginning of what's next.
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Private proposal setting among the estate vines
- Assistance planning the timing and details
- Chilled bottle of Aum Cellars wine for your celebration
- Two Aum Cellars wine glasses
- Private time to toast together after the proposal
- Intimate experience created exclusively for two
$275 per couple
Anniversary Experience
Celebrate another year together with an experience created just for two. Enjoy a private tasting of Aum Cellars wines, followed by a leisurely walk through the estate and vineyard—a chance to slow down, reconnect, and raise a glass to the memories you've made and those still ahead.
Intimate and unhurried, it's a distinctly Napa Valley way to celebrate your story together.
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Leisurely walk through the estate and vineyard
- Two Aum Cellars wine glasses
- Intimate experience exclusively for two
- Time to relax, reconnect, and celebrate together
$190 per couple
Date Night at the Vineyard
Trade the usual dinner reservation for wine, vineyard views, and an evening designed for two. Settle into the estate for a guided tasting of select Aum Cellars wines in a warm, intimate setting where there's nowhere to rush off to and nothing to do but enjoy the wine, the surroundings, and each other's company.
It's date night, Napa Valley style—relaxed, personal, and a little more memorable than another table for two.
- Guided tasting of eight (8) Aum Cellars wines
- Two Aum Cellars wine glasses
- Intimate vineyard setting for two
- Relaxed, unhurried atmosphere
- A memorable alternative to the traditional date night
$190 per couple
Learn on the Land
Aum Events & Farming Classes
These are not drop-in classes. Each one is offered on a handful of Sundays through the year, timed to the work of the estate — bees in spring when the hives are building, the vineyard at harvest, mushrooms after the first rains.
The Living Vineyard — The Ultimate Aum Experience
The ultimate Aum experience, led by founder, winemaker, and viticulturist Peter Hoffmann. More than a vineyard tour, this immersive journey explores the living landscape that gives our wines their identity—the intricate relationship between soil, vines, beneficial insects, native plants, wildlife, climate, and thoughtful stewardship.
As you walk through the vineyard with Peter, you'll discover how every decision—from canopy management and cover crops to regenerative farming and biodiversity—shapes the character of each vintage. Learn why healthy soils are the foundation of exceptional wines, how nature creates balance in the vineyard, and why great winemaking begins long before the grapes are harvested.
Along the way, enjoy exclusive access to areas of the vineyard not typically open to guests, hear personal stories from Peter's decades in viticulture, and gain insights into the philosophy behind Aum Cellars' minimalist approach to winemaking.
Your experience concludes with a private guided tasting of estate wines, where Peter reveals how the vineyard's unique ecosystem expresses itself in every glass. Taste with a deeper understanding of the land, the seasons, and the countless natural forces that transform grapes into extraordinary wines.
- Led by founder, winemaker, and viticulturist Peter Hoffmann
- Walk through the living vineyard — soil, vines, wildlife, and stewardship
- Access to areas of the vineyard not typically open to guests
- Private guided tasting of estate wines
$195 per person
Beekeeping
Spend a memorable morning with a renowned local beekeeper and step inside the fascinating world of honeybees. Learn how thriving hives are cared for, observe the intricate workings of a colony, and discover why pollinators are essential to the health of our vineyards and the surrounding ecosystem.
As you stroll through the vineyard, Peter Hoffmann will share how biodiversity, healthy soils, and sustainable farming practices work together to produce exceptional wines. Gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance between nature and viticulture, and discover how even the smallest creatures play a vital role in every vintage.
The experience concludes with a guided tasting of Hoffmann Family Winery wines paired with locally harvested artisan honey, showcasing the remarkable flavors that emerge when nature is allowed to thrive.
- Morning with a local beekeeper
- Observe how a hive is cared for
- Vineyard walk with Peter Hoffmann
- Guided tasting paired with locally harvested artisan honey
$195 per person
Mushroom Growing
Discover the fascinating art and science of growing gourmet mushrooms in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to prepare substrates, inoculate with spawn, create the ideal fruiting environment, and care for a variety of culinary mushrooms from start to harvest.
Along the way, explore the important role fungi play in healthy ecosystems, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. You'll gain insight into the remarkable relationship between mushrooms, forests, vineyards, and the natural cycles that support thriving landscapes.
The experience concludes with a tasting featuring gourmet mushrooms paired with Hoffmann Family Winery wines, demonstrating how earthy, umami-rich flavors beautifully complement a selection of handcrafted wines.
- Hands-on mushroom growing workshop
- Prepare substrates, inoculate spawn, and care for culinary mushrooms
- How fungi support soil and vineyard health
- Tasting of gourmet mushrooms paired with estate wines
$195 per person
For Groups & Companies
Corporate Team Building
Bring your team to the estate for a day of friendly competition and shared craft. Both experiences are private and tailored to your group size.
Aum Blend Competition
Put your palate—and your teamwork—to the test in a hands-on blending competition inside the Aum cellar. Teams taste through selected estate lots, experiment with different proportions, and work together to create a blend they believe has the perfect balance, structure, and character.
When time is called, each team presents its creation for a blind judging. The winning blend earns bragging rights, prizes, and the coveted title of Aum Blend Champion. Equal parts wine education and friendly competition, it's an ideal experience for groups, celebrations, and team outings.
- Hands-on blending with selected Aum Cellars estate lots
- Teams create and name their own signature blend
- Blind judging based on balance, character, and creativity
- Prizes and bragging rights for the winning team
- Great for private groups and team events
$250 per person
Harvest Olympics
Bring out your competitive side with a playful series of wine-country challenges inspired by harvest at Aum Cellars. Divide into teams and compete for points through a lineup of vineyard and cellar-inspired events—from grape carries and cork races to wine-themed challenges and a final blind-tasting showdown.
At the end, the scores are tallied and one team walks away with the ultimate estate title. Fun, spirited, and designed to get everyone involved, Harvest Olympics is made for groups looking for something far beyond the traditional Napa tasting.
- Team-based harvest and wine-country challenges
- Grape carries, cork races, and other seasonal competitions
- Blind-tasting challenge
- Points awarded throughout the experience
- Winning team crowned Aum Harvest Champions
$325 per person
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Wine tastings and estate experiences at Aum Cellars are reserved in advance. Choose an experience on Wine Tastings or Visit, then complete checkout so the time is on our calendar.
Yes. Experiences at Aum Cellars are private and hosted by appointment, for your party rather than a standing public tasting bar. Seasonal gatherings are posted on Events when a date is set.
Payments for tastings, tours, classes, pairings, and other winery experiences are non-refundable. If you cannot attend, write us as early as you can — we may reschedule when another date is open, but a reschedule is not guaranteed and does not create a refund. If Aum Cellars must cancel and cannot offer a reasonable alternative, the affected payment may be refunded.
If Aum Cellars cannot host a reserved window, we may move you to another date or refund that payment. Guest cancellations remain non-refundable. We do not publish a separate rain-or-shine rule beyond that.