Winery · Napa Valley
Darioush, Palmaz
Iranian immigrant Darioush Khaledi modeled his 1997 estate after Persepolis, the ancient Persian capital—soaring columns frame Cabernet tastings in Mount Veeder's Oak Knoll AVA, a shrine to terroir and civilization.
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Wineries nearby
- Winery Napa Valley Aloft - Hot Air Balloon Founded 1978—FAA-certified hot air balloon flights over Napa vineyards from V Marketplace in Yountville, 3-4 hours including pastries, sunrise ascent, and views of Mt. St. Helena.
- Winery Napa Valley Balloons + Domaine Chandon Breakfast Hot air balloon flight over Napa vineyards with post-flight champagne breakfast at Domaine Chandon—the sparkling wine pioneer since 1973 using traditional méthode.
- Winery · California Napa Valley Wine Train The 1989 restored Pullman train runs 36 miles through vineyards with gourmet multi-course meals, winery stops at Charles Krug and Domaine Chandon since 1989.