Howell Mountain · Napa Valley
Visit Donley Estate with a Private Chauffeur
A small family estate on Howell Mountain, planted in 2016, making just an estate Cabernet Sauvignon and a Sauvignon Blanc in its own winery. Donley Estate does not receive visitors; here is what to know, and a day at sought-after estates nearby that do host.
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About the Winery
Donley Estate was founded in 2016 with the planting of its estate Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard on Howell Mountain, high above the Napa Valley floor. The family later built a small winery on the property so it could control every step from vine to bottle.
There are two wines: the estate Cabernet Sauvignon and a Sauvignon Blanc. The family farms the vineyard itself and makes the wines by hand, and describes the site's cool mountain air, long sunsets and distinct growing season. The winery's motto is to "elevate the moment", wines meant for weeknight dinners as much as celebrations.
There is no tasting room, and the website lists no tastings, address or shop, only a contact page. The day below stays on Howell Mountain for two estate visits, then drops down to St. Helena for lunch and a historic family winery.
Tasting Fees
Donley Estate does not offer tastings.
On the day below, CADE's Current Release Tasting is $100, O'Shaughnessy's Winery Tour and Tasting is $50, and Charles Krug's Estate Tasting is $50.
Tasting fees as of October 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
Angwin
AVA
Howell Mountain
Visiting
Donley Estate does not offer public tours or tastings; its website lists only a contact page.
Known For
Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon and a Sauvignon Blanc
Founded
2016
Good to Know
The website does not list prices or an online shop; reach the family through the Let's Chat page on donleyestate.com.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a St. Helena hotel such as Meadowood or Harvest Inn.
10:00 · Pickup at Meadowood or Harvest Inn
Since Donley Estate does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Meadowood and Harvest Inn are both in St. Helena, about 20 to 30 minutes from the first stop up Howell Mountain. The day runs about six hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:30 · CADE Estate Winery
About 20 to 30 minutes away. An organically farmed Howell Mountain estate from the PlumpJack family of wineries. The Current Release Tasting of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon is $100, about an hour, the same two varieties Donley makes. Daily by prepaid appointment.
11:45 · O'Shaughnessy Estate Winery
About 10 minutes away. A Howell Mountain estate with a wine cave dug into the mountain. The Winery Tour and Tasting is $50, a cave and winery tour with a seated tasting of four wines, about 75 minutes. By appointment; it books several weeks out.
1:25 · Lunch at The Charter Oak
About 25 minutes away. Lunch in St. Helena at The Charter Oak, Christopher and Martina Kostow's family-style New American restaurant. We confirm hours when we book. Prefer a picnic? We can arrange a catered picnic at a winery that allows one; the cost is quoted when you book.
2:45 · Charles Krug Winery
About 5 minutes away. The Mondavi family's historic estate at the north end of St. Helena. The seated Estate Tasting in the Redwood Cellar is $50; we plan about an hour. Daily by appointment.
3:45 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:00 p.m., about six hours after pickup.
About $200 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
All three wineries host daily by appointment. O'Shaughnessy books several weeks ahead, so reserve early; Howell Mountain roads are winding, and we allow for that in the timing.
Every tour is custom. This day is a starting point: your chauffeur will shape it around what matters to you, and we plan multi-day tours for guests who want to see more of wine country.
Your Vehicle & Six-Hour Tour Rates
Up to 6 guests
Elite Luxury SUV
Lincoln Navigator or Cadillac Escalade
From $750
Six-hour wine tour, plus 20% gratuity. Additional hours $125 each.
Up to 9 guests
Jet Sprinter or Executive Luxury Van
Captain's chairs and room to spread out
From $1,350
Six-hour wine tour, plus 20% gratuity. Additional hours $225 each.
Larger groups travel in more than one vehicle, and we plan the winery appointments around your group, since many wineries limit groups to 6 to 8 guests. Tasting fees are separate and paid directly to each winery. Every tour starts with six hours; add time by the hour when you book.
Questions
Can I visit Donley Estate?
No. Donley Estate does not offer public tours or tastings, as of October 2026. We can plan a day at nearby Howell Mountain wineries that do.
How can I buy Donley Estate wine?
The website does not list a shop or prices; contact the family through the Let's Chat page on donleyestate.com.
What wines does Donley Estate make?
Two: an estate Cabernet Sauvignon and a Sauvignon Blanc, made in the family's own small winery on the property.
Where is Donley Estate?
On Howell Mountain above Napa Valley, near Angwin. The estate Cabernet vineyard was planted in 2016.
Who makes Donley Estate wine?
The family farms the vineyard and makes the wines by hand; the website does not publish individual names.
How does booking a tour with Bien Chauffeured work?
Reserve a six-hour tour online, even if your plans are still taking shape. Your chauffeur will email you first to learn what matters to you, then build your itinerary and make the winery appointments. Extra hours can be added.
Reserve Your Tour Now, Plan the Details Later
Your plans don't need to be final to book. Reserve your six-hour tour online, and your chauffeur will email you first to learn what matters to you, then build your itinerary and make the winery appointments. Prefer to talk? Call our concierge at 833-915-2436.
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