Spring Mountain District · Napa Valley
Visit Marston Family Vineyard with a Private Chauffeur
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon from about 40 mountain acres on Spring Mountain, a family property since 1976 whose fruit once went into Beringer Private Reserve. The 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
Michael and Alexandra Marston bought the old Menasco Ranch on Spring Mountain in 1976, when vines from the turn of the century were still in production. In the early 1980s small lots were made by Andre Tchelistcheff and Philip Togni, Sean Thackrey made his 1992 Sirius Petite Sirah from the property, and after a 1993 replant most of the Cabernet went to Beringer for its Private Reserve. The family started its own label in 1998 with Philippe Melka as winemaker; Marbue Marke is the winemaker, and Elizabeth Marston became proprietor in 2017.
The estate sits on the southern slopes of the Spring Mountain District, high above St. Helena, with about 40 acres planted entirely to Cabernet Sauvignon. Alongside the estate Cabernet, Marston makes Albion, a Sauvignon Blanc from two rows at Gamble Family Vineyard in Yountville that began with a handshake with Tom Gamble in 2009, and a Petite Sirah from Sundance Vineyard in Calistoga.
The family lost its historic Ghost Winery and residences in the Glass Fire, and the property is closed to visitors while it rebuilds; the Spring Mountain District's 2025 map lists Marston as having no tasting available. The wines are sold through the mailing list and website, which also mentions private tastings by appointment at Studio 1299A in St. Helena; we confirm that option directly before planning around it. The day below goes to three family estates on Spring Mountain and its foothills.
Tasting Fees
Marston does not offer tastings at the estate. On the day below, expect about $235 per person: $75 at Stony Hill, $60 at Paloma and $100 at Behrens.
Tasting fees as of October 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
Spring Mountain, St. Helena
AVA
Spring Mountain District
Visiting
The family property is closed to visitors since the Glass Fire; the website mentions private tastings by appointment at Studio 1299A in St. Helena, which we confirm with the family first.
Known For
Spring Mountain estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Albion Sauvignon Blanc and Petite Sirah
Founded
Estate bought in 1976; own label since 1998
Good to Know
Join the mailing list at marstonfamilyvineyard.com to buy. Contact info@marstonfamilyvineyard.com or (707) 963-8490.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a St. Helena hotel such as Alila Napa Valley or Inn St. Helena.
10:00 · Pickup at Alila Napa Valley or Inn St. Helena
Since Marston Family Vineyard does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Alila Napa Valley and Inn St. Helena are both on Main Street in St. Helena, about 10 minutes from the first stop. The day runs about six and a half hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:15 · Stony Hill Vineyard
About 10 minutes away. A Spring Mountain estate that made its name with Chardonnay in the 1950s. $75 for Taste of Stony Hill, up to an hour. Thursday to Monday, by reservation on Tock.
11:45 · Paloma Vineyard
About 25 minutes away. A small family Merlot estate at the top of Spring Mountain, with tastings in the winemaker's living room. $60 for Home Sweet Home, about an hour. By appointment, Monday to Saturday.
1:10 · Lunch at Cook St. Helena
About 25 minutes away. Lunch at Cook St. Helena, a small Italian restaurant on Main Street. 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 · Behrens Family Winery
About 25 minutes away. A tiny family winery high on Spring Mountain making small lots of red wine. $100 for the Behrens Family Winery Tasting, usually five wines, about 90 minutes. By appointment only, with a 2:45 p.m. start.
4:15 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:40 p.m., about six and a half hours after pickup.
About $235 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
Stony Hill is open Thursday to Monday and Paloma and Behrens Monday to Saturday, so plan this day for a Monday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
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 Marston Family Vineyard?
Not at the estate. The property has been closed to visitors since the Glass Fire, as of October 2026. Its website mentions private tastings by appointment at Studio 1299A in St. Helena, which we confirm with the family.
How can I buy Marston wine?
Join the mailing list at marstonfamilyvineyard.com, or contact info@marstonfamilyvineyard.com.
Who runs Marston Family Vineyard?
Proprietor Elizabeth Marston, since 2017, with winemaker Marbue Marke. Her parents, Michael and Alexandra Marston, bought the estate in 1976.
What wines does Marston make?
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain, Albion Sauvignon Blanc from Yountville and a Calistoga Petite Sirah.
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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