Napa · Napa Valley
Visit Second Line with a Private Chauffeur
Napa wines with a New Orleans spirit, from Albariño to Big Chief Cabernet, poured at The Wine Thief in downtown Napa or at a private tasting with the winemaker, and a suggested six-hour day of tasting around it.
Book a Six-Hour Wine Tour
About the Winery
Second Line is owned and run by husband and wife Chris Agan and Patrice "TC" Whelan. After careers in the US Navy and aerospace, Chris earned a UC Davis certificate in viticulture and enology, worked a harvest internship at Joseph Phelps, and started Second Line in 2017 with a few barrels while working for Mike Hirby at Relic Cellars. TC handles compliance and marketing and, the winery says, brings an excellent palate for blending.
The name honors New Orleans: the Second Line is the crowd of revelers that follows the brass band in a street parade, handkerchiefs and parasols in the air. The wines carry the same spirit, from L'Acadiane Albariño and Mardi Gras Grenache to Serenity Syrah, Brioso Petit Verdot and Big Chief Cabernet. Production has grown to about 800 cases a year.
There are two ways to taste. The Wine Thief, a small vintner-owned collective tasting room across from Oxbow Public Market, pours Second Line at the bar or in a private tasting arranged ahead. Or Chris hosts a private tasting of five current releases with a cheese and charcuterie plate for up to eight guests, arranged by phone or email. Either way, the people pouring made the wine or know who did.
Tasting Fees
Tasting fees to be verified upon reservation. Neither The Wine Thief nor Second Line publishes its tasting prices.
Tasting fees as of September 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
708 First Street, Napa
AVA
Napa Valley
Visiting
Poured at The Wine Thief, 708 First Street in downtown Napa, open Thursday to Monday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Tuesday by appointment); walk-ins welcome, private tastings by prior arrangement. Chris also hosts private Second Line tastings for up to 8 guests, arranged by phone or email. We arrange it on your behalf.
Known For
New Orleans-inspired small lots: Albariño, Grenache, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet
Founded
2017
Good to Know
Chris's private tasting includes five current releases and a cheese and charcuterie plate, for up to 8 guests. The Wine Thief welcomes walk-ins; its private tastings need prior arrangement. Wine is ordered through Second Line's email list or online shop.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:45 a.m. from a nearby hotel such as Archer Hotel Napa or Andaz Napa.
10:45 · Pickup at Archer Hotel Napa or Andaz Napa
The Wine Thief opens at 11 a.m., so pickup is a little later than usual. Both hotels are in downtown Napa, a few minutes from First Street. The day below runs about six hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
11:00 · Second Line Wines
A tasting of Second Line at The Wine Thief, or Chris's private tasting of five wines with cheese and charcuterie if he can host. We allow about an hour and confirm the fee when we book.
12:20 · Robinson Family Vineyards
About 18 minutes away. A family estate built against the Stags Leap Palisades, where a Robinson hosts every private tour and seated tasting. The tasting of four current releases is $65, about 1 hour 15 minutes. By appointment, Tuesday to Saturday, with the last start at 2:45 p.m.
1:50 · Lunch at Mustards Grill
About 12 minutes away. Lunch at Mustards Grill on Highway 29 just north of Yountville, a Napa Valley favorite for more than 40 years, open daily for lunch. Prefer a picnic? We can arrange a catered picnic at a winery that allows one; the cost is quoted when you book.
3:10 · Elyse Winery
About 8 minutes away. A small Hoffman Lane winery making vineyard-designate Zinfandel and Cabernet since 1985, poured in a casual, intimate room south of Yountville. Tastings are $75 and up; we plan about an hour. By appointment.
4:10 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:30 p.m., under six hours after pickup.
About $140 per person in published tasting fees (Robinson and Elyse from $75), paid directly to each winery; the Second Line tasting fee is confirmed when we book.
The Wine Thief is open Thursday to Monday and Robinson hosts Tuesday to Saturday, so plan this day for a Thursday, Friday or Saturday (or ask Chris for a private tasting on another day). 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
Do I need a reservation at Second Line?
Not at The Wine Thief, which welcomes walk-ins Thursday to Monday; private tastings there, and Chris's private tastings, are arranged ahead. When you book a tour with us, your chauffeur makes the reservation for you.
How much is a tasting at Second Line?
Second Line and The Wine Thief do not publish tasting fees. Tasting fees to be verified upon reservation, as of September 2026.
Who owns Second Line Wines?
Husband and wife Chris Agan, the winemaker, and Patrice "TC" Whelan.
Why is it called Second Line?
In a New Orleans street parade, the Second Line is the crowd of revelers that follows the main line and the brass band; the owners chose it to honor the city.
What does Second Line make?
About 800 cases a year of small lots, including Albariño, Grenache, Syrah, Petit Verdot, a red blend and Big Chief Cabernet Sauvignon.
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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