Knights Valley · Sonoma County
Visit Brandon Gregory Estate with a Private Chauffeur
Estate Cabernet and Merlot from Brookshire and Helena Vista vineyards in Knights Valley, made by Julien Fayard since the first vintage in 2019. Brandon Gregory Estate hosts Gold Carriage Society members for private tastings; here is how to visit, and a day at sought-after estates nearby.
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About the Winery
Brandon Gregory Estate grew out of a search for a wine country home. Its owners acquired 621 acres in Knights Valley at the base of Mount St. Helena, found the land suited to grapes and designed a 22-acre vineyard they named Helena Vista. They then bought Brookshire Vineyard and adjoining properties to form the 565-acre Brookshire Ranch, which also runs a grape-growing business for local wineries, a cattle operation and 500 acres of conservation land.
The owners hired winemaker Julien Fayard and made the first vintage of Brandon Gregory Estate in 2019, from Brookshire Vineyard. In 2020 they added a third estate property, Dean York Vineyard in St. Helena, planted to Cabernet Sauvignon; its first wine, a 2024 Cabernet, is due in 2026. The range includes Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Illation by Brandon Gregory Estate.
The Napa Valley Vintners list the estate as not open to the public. Wines go to the mailing list by allocation and to members of the Gold Carriage Society, whose benefits include VIP tastings and stays at the Carriage House on Brookshire Vineyard. The day below starts at the north end of Napa Valley, a few minutes from Knights Valley, and visits three more estates.
Tasting Fees
Brandon Gregory Estate has no public tastings; private tastings are a Gold Carriage Society benefit. On the day below, the Storybook Mountain experience is $50, Bennett Lane's Taste of the Napa Valley is $35, and the seated salon tasting at Larkmead is $90.
Tasting fees as of October 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
Calistoga
AVA
Knights Valley
Visiting
Brandon Gregory Estate is not open to the public; private tastings are a benefit of its Gold Carriage Society membership.
Known For
Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Brookshire and Helena Vista vineyards
Founded
2019 (first vintage)
Good to Know
Join the mailing list at brandongregorywines.com to request an allocation, or apply for the Gold Carriage Society. The office is at 1735 Dean York Lane, St. Helena; call 707-495-9497 or email info@brandongregorywines.com.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a nearby hotel such as Chateau de Vie or Four Seasons Napa Valley.
10:00 · Pickup at Chateau de Vie or Four Seasons Napa Valley
Alongside a visit to Brandon Gregory Estate, which we arrange through its Gold Carriage Society membership, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby. Chateau de Vie is on Highway 128, the road to Knights Valley, about 5 minutes from the first stop, and Four Seasons Napa Valley about 15. The day runs about six hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:15 · Storybook Mountain Vineyards
About 5 minutes away. Hillside Zinfandel and 130-year-old caves at the northern tip of Napa Valley, on Highway 128 toward Knights Valley. The Vineyard, Cave and Redwood Grove experience is $50, about 90 minutes, waived with the purchase of two bottles. Monday to Saturday by appointment.
12:00 · Lunch at Solbar
About 10 minutes away. Lunch at Solbar at Solage, with seasonal Napa Valley cooking and a patio by the pool, served Monday to Saturday from 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; 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.
1:30 · Bennett Lane Winery
About 10 minutes away. A family-owned Cabernet house at the northern end of Napa Valley. The Taste of the Napa Valley starts at $35; the Cabernet vertical is $55. We plan about an hour. Open daily by appointment.
2:45 · Larkmead Vineyards
About 10 minutes away. One of Napa Valley's oldest family estates, farmed organically on old riverbed gravels. The seated salon tasting of three red wines is $90, 45 to 60 minutes. By appointment seven days a week.
3:45 · Back to your hotel
Back by about 4:00 p.m., six hours after pickup.
Storybook Mountain is closed Sundays and Solbar serves brunch instead of lunch on Sunday, so plan this day for Monday to Saturday. Larkmead's private estate tasting ($150, 75 to 90 minutes) can replace the salon tasting for a longer afternoon.
About $175 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
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 Brandon Gregory Estate?
Yes, as a Gold Carriage Society member. The estate has no public visits, as of October 2026; VIP tastings are a benefit of Gold Carriage Society membership. We can plan the rest of the day at nearby wineries.
How can I buy Brandon Gregory Estate wine?
Join the mailing list at brandongregorywines.com to request an allocation, or become a Gold Carriage Society member for estate shipments in spring and fall.
Who makes Brandon Gregory Estate wine?
Winemaker Julien Fayard, who has made the wines since the first vintage in 2019.
Where are the Brandon Gregory vineyards?
Brookshire Vineyard and Helena Vista in Knights Valley, Sonoma County, and Dean York Vineyard in St. Helena, Napa Valley.
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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