Oak Knoll · Napa Valley
Visit Donna Belle with a Private Chauffeur
A Napa vineyard manager's own Oak Knoll District Cabernet, made with Julien Fayard and dedicated to his mother. Donna Belle 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
Donna Belle is the personal label of Robert Jordan, a grape farmer with more than two decades in Napa Valley vineyards. In his words, his passion for wine grew while working in one of the many vineyards his company manages, until it became the dream of his own label, built on the best vineyards he farms. He dedicates it to his mother, Gloria Heintz, and the bow tie on the label honors his father.
The wines are made with Julien Fayard, who trained at Bordeaux châteaux including Lafite Rothschild and Smith Haut Lafite and worked alongside Philippe Melka in Napa. The Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the Oak Knoll District, from vines farmed without wire tie-downs for better sun exposure, and spends 17 to 23 months in French oak, mostly neutral. The Sauvignon Blanc comes from Ryan's Vineyard on Big Ranch Road, north of Napa.
The current releases are a 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, sold on the winery's website or by phone. Donna Belle publishes no tasting room or visiting program, so it does not receive visitors. The day below stays in the southern valley near the Oak Knoll vineyards, at three family wineries that do host.
Tasting Fees
Donna Belle does not offer tastings.
Tasting fees as of September 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
Napa
AVA
Oak Knoll District
Visiting
Donna Belle does not receive visitors; its wines are sold through its website and by phone.
Known For
Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon and Big Ranch Road Sauvignon Blanc
Founded
Founding year not published
Good to Know
Order at donnabellewines.com or by phone (707-255-4100).
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a nearby hotel such as Silverado Resort or Milliken Creek Inn.
10:00 · Pickup at Silverado Resort or Milliken Creek Inn
Since Donna Belle does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Silverado Resort, a golf and spa resort at the foot of Atlas Peak, is about 12 minutes from the first stop, and Milliken Creek Inn, a small inn beside the Napa River off the Silverado Trail, is about 15 minutes away. The day runs about six and a quarter hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:15 · Lewis Cellars
About 12 minutes away. Race car driver Randy Lewis's Cabernet house, now pouring at a new estate on the Silverado Trail in the Stags Leap District, with pairings from a Michelin-starred chef. The Legacy Tasting is $80; we plan about an hour. Open daily 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; reservations highly recommended, up to six guests per seating.
11:35 · Addax Wines
About 10 minutes away. Russell Bevan's bold Oakville Cabernet and coastal Pinot Noir, poured at HQ Winery on Hoffman Lane just south of Yountville. Tastings are $75 to $200 depending on the experience; we plan about 75 minutes. By appointment, daily between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
1:05 · Lunch at Bistro Don Giovanni
About 8 minutes away. Lunch at Bistro Don Giovanni, an Italian restaurant among the vineyards on Howard Lane, a valley favorite for more than 30 years, open daily from 11:30 a.m. Prefer a picnic? We can arrange a catered picnic at a winery that allows one; the cost is quoted when you book.
2:30 · The Vice
About 15 minutes away. A family label pouring single-vineyard, single-variety wines from 15 of Napa Valley's sub-regions in a private estate tasting east of the city of Napa. The Vice Estate Experience is $145, prepaid, for 2 to 6 guests; we allow about 90 minutes. By appointment, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
4:00 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:15 p.m., about six and a quarter hours after pickup.
About $300 to $425 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
The Vice hosts Tuesday to Saturday, so plan this day for one of those days. The day runs a little past six hours; extra time is billed by the hour. Three wineries is the right pace for a day of serious tasting.
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 you visit Donna Belle?
No. Donna Belle has no tasting room and does not host visitors, as of September 2026. We can plan a day at nearby wineries that do.
How can I buy Donna Belle wine?
On donnabellewines.com, or by calling 707-255-4100.
Who owns Donna Belle?
Vintner Robert Jordan, a Napa Valley grape farmer whose company manages vineyards. The wines are made with Julien Fayard.
Where do Donna Belle's grapes come from?
The Cabernet Sauvignon is from the Oak Knoll District, and the Sauvignon Blanc from Ryan's Vineyard on Big Ranch Road, north of the city of Napa.
Who is Donna Belle dedicated to?
Robert Jordan's mother, Gloria Heintz, who he says gave him the inspiration and support to follow his dreams. The bow tie on the label honors his father.
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 888-291-2328.
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