Atlas Peak · Napa Valley
Visit Elan with a Private Chauffeur
The Elliott-Smith family's mountain Cabernet from Atlas Peak, made since 1992. Elan 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
Elan Vineyards is the Elliott-Smith family's estate on Atlas Peak Road, high in the mountains on the east side of Napa Valley. Proprietors Patrick and Linda Elliott-Smith have produced handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon there since 1992, and the winery still presents itself as a family operation working with its own mountain-grown fruit.
The estate is in the Atlas Peak AVA, and the family farms it with sustainable practices. Cabernet Sauvignon is the focus, wines the family describes as remarkably balanced, elegant and long on the finish. Production is small, and older vintages, including an Elan Atlas Peak Red, turn up from time to time at wine auctions.
To buy, the winery asks people to contact it directly or to join its Wine Society. Elan lists no tastings, tours or visiting hours, and the estate is private. Since it does not host, the day below takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do.
Tasting Fees
Elan 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
4500 Atlas Peak Road, Napa
AVA
Atlas Peak
Visiting
Elan does not offer tours or tastings, and the estate is private. The winery asks buyers to contact it directly or join its Wine Society.
Known For
Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
Founded
1992
Good to Know
Wine is sold directly by the winery and through its Wine Society. Contact linda@elanvineyards.com or 707-252-3339.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 9:45 a.m. from a nearby hotel such as Silverado Resort or Andaz Napa.
9:45 · Pickup at Silverado Resort or Andaz Napa
Since Elan does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Silverado Resort, at the foot of Atlas Peak, is about 10 minutes from the first stop, and Andaz Napa, a boutique Hyatt in downtown Napa, about 20 minutes. The day runs about six and three-quarter hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:00 · Hertelendy Vineyards
About 10 minutes away. An ultra-small mountain Cabernet house with Hungarian roots, tasted privately at The Caves at Soda Canyon, an underground winery with wide views over the valley. The Private Tasting with a tour of the caves is $95; we plan about an hour. By appointment and prepaid; no same-day requests.
11:20 · Jarvis Estate
About 20 minutes away. A winery built entirely inside 45,000 square feet of cave in the Vaca Mountains, with a stream and waterfall running through it. The Vintage Tour and Tasting walks the cave before the wines are poured, $150. Daily by appointment, with only a few small tours a day, so we book well ahead.
1:05 · Lunch at Angèle
About 15 minutes away. Lunch at Angèle, a French brasserie on the Napa River in downtown Napa, serving lunch daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Prefer a picnic? We can arrange a catered picnic at a winery that allows one; the cost is quoted when you book.
2:40 · Shadybrook Estate Winery
About 12 minutes away. A family wine estate on the historic Rapp Ranch in Coombsville, with a 16,000-square-foot cave and an equestrian center that still offers vineyard horseback rides. Wine Tasting on the Grand Terrace with cheese and charcuterie is $95, 90 minutes. By reservation, daily; final seating at 3:30 p.m.
4:10 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:30 p.m., about six and three-quarter hours after pickup.
About $340 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
All three wineries and the restaurant are open daily, but Hertelendy takes no same-day requests and Jarvis tours fill weeks ahead, so book early. Back by about 4:30 p.m.
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 Elan?
No. Elan lists no tours or tastings, and the estate is private, as of September 2026. We can plan a day at nearby estates that do host.
How can I buy Elan wine?
Directly from the winery or through its Wine Society; contact the winery by email or phone. Older vintages also come up at auction.
Who owns Elan Vineyards?
Proprietors Patrick and Linda Elliott-Smith, whose family has made the wine since 1992.
Where is Elan Vineyards?
At 4500 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, in the Atlas Peak AVA in the mountains on the east side of Napa Valley.
What is Elan known for?
Mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from its Atlas Peak estate, which the family describes as balanced, elegant and long on the finish.
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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