Calistoga · Napa Valley
Visit Gubel with a Private Chauffeur
A single-vineyard Clone 6 Cabernet from volcanic soils in Calistoga, from an architect's family estate whose first vintage was 2021. Gubel 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
Gustavo Gubel, a Los Angeles architect, grew up sneaking sips of his father's Mendoza Cabernet at family barbecues outside Buenos Aires. With his wife Joanne Hoffman he bought a small Calistoga vineyard in 2020, and their inaugural Gubel Cabernet Sauvignon came from the 2021 vintage. Gustavo, the founder and owner, studied enology and viticulture locally after buying the land.
The estate grows Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon on volcanic soils in the Calistoga AVA, and the wine spends 20 months in French oak. The Tasting Panel/Somm gave it 94 points. The vineyard was planted in 2000 and is farmed by Ignacio Tejeda, who planted it, and Robbie Meyer makes the wine. The family also offers Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Nebbiolo and an Artist Series.
The estate is private and does not receive visitors. Gubel sells its wine directly through its website and wine club, and takes questions through its contact form. For a day in this corner of Calistoga, we take you to small family estates nearby that do host.
Tasting Fees
Gubel Family Vineyards 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
3009 Money Lane, Calistoga
AVA
Calistoga
Visiting
Gubel Family Vineyards is a private estate; it does not offer tours, tastings or appointments.
Known For
Single-vineyard Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon grown on volcanic soils in Calistoga
Founded
2020 (estate purchased; first vintage 2021)
Good to Know
Buy through gubelfamilyvineyards.com, which has an online store and wine club. Contact sales@gubelfamilyvineyards.com or (323) 816-1697.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a nearby hotel such as Indian Springs or Dr. Wilkinson's.
10:00 · Pickup at Indian Springs or Dr. Wilkinson's
Since Gubel does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Indian Springs and Dr. Wilkinson's are both resorts in downtown Calistoga, about 12 minutes from the first stop. The day below fits a six-hour tour, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:15 · Chateau Boswell Winery
About 12 minutes away. A family winery founded in 1979 on the Silverado Trail north of St. Helena, with a hand-hewn stone winery; during your appointment your group is the only one on the property. Chateau Boswell does not publish a tasting fee; we confirm it when we book and allow about an hour. By appointment only.
11:40 · Robert Craig Winery
About 25 minutes away. A mountain Cabernet house with an estate vineyard at 2,300 feet on the summit of Howell Mountain. The Summit Experience, a guided tour and tasting at the estate, is $135 (refunded with a case purchase); we plan about 75 minutes. By appointment only, with limited reservations.
1:20 · Lunch at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
About 25 minutes away. Lunch at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch at the south end of St. Helena, a farm-to-table restaurant open daily for lunch 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 · Varozza Vineyards
About 10 minutes away. A St. Helena family vineyard on Pratt Avenue, with a stone and wood winery building from 1885, where owners Jack and Dianna Varozza host every tasting themselves. The extended seven-wine tasting is $75 (five wines for $50), about 90 minutes. By appointment, Tuesday to Sunday.
4:00 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:15 p.m., about six hours after pickup.
About $210 per person for Robert Craig and Varozza, plus Chateau Boswell's fee, which is confirmed when we book. Fees are paid directly to each winery.
Varozza hosts Tuesday to Sunday. The climb to Robert Craig on Howell Mountain takes about 25 minutes each way, and the day runs about 15 minutes past six hours.
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 Gubel Family Vineyards?
No. Gubel is a private estate and does not receive visitors, as of September 2026. We can plan a day at nearby estates that do host.
How can I buy Gubel wine?
Through gubelfamilyvineyards.com, which has an online store and a wine club.
Who owns Gubel Family Vineyards?
Founder and owner Gustavo Gubel, a Los Angeles architect, with his wife Joanne Hoffman.
Where is the Gubel vineyard?
In Calistoga, on Money Lane, in the Calistoga AVA.
What is Gubel known for?
Its Clone 6 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from a single estate vineyard on volcanic soils, rated 94 points by The Tasting Panel/Somm.
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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