Lang & Reed Napa Valley

“We stumbled upon Lang & Reed Wine in downtown St. Helena on a whim and it instantly became one of our favorite tasting experiences in all of Napa. Tucked into the charming Spring House Tasting Salon at 1244 Spring St., this family-owned boutique feels like visiting a warm, welcoming home rather than a commercial winery – think cozy porch seating, a beautiful living room, and a lovely new outdoor wine garden, all just steps from Main Street shops and restaurants. The focus here is on elegant Cabernet Franc (Napa’s underrated “other Cabernet”) and vibrant Chenin Blanc, and they absolutely nail it. We started with the crisp, perfectly balanced Chenin Blanc – pear notes, rich texture, and that lively acidity that made it dangerously refreshing on a warm day. Then came the showstoppers: the structured North Coast Cabernet Franc with its dark cherry and berry flavors, and the silky-smooth Two-Fourteen Cabernet Franc – juicy raspberry layered with savory herbs and incredible depth. These wines are balanced, food-friendly, and full of character – nothing overripe or heavy, just pure varietal expression with restraint and elegance. What really set it apart was the hospitality. Tracey was awesome and she made us feel so special. She shared stories about the winery, her kids, grandkids and even poured generously. No sales pressure, just genuine passion and great conversation. If you’re tired of the same big Cab Sauv tastings and want something intimate, authentic, and truly memorable, make a reservation at Lang & Reed. It’s small (up to 6 guests), so book ahead, but walk-ins can sometimes work. This is Napa at its best – unpretentious, high-quality, and heartfelt. We can’t wait to come back. Highly, highly recommend! 10/10 – one of the most enjoyable afternoons we’ve had in wine country.”

“My colleague and I walked in and Tracey was the most gracious and sweet host. The wine was delightful, the atmosphere was lovely and the company was sublime. Thank you!”

“Chenin + Cabernet Franc + Comfort = Lang & Reed The moment you step in the tasting room in St. Helena, you feel an aura of relaxation 🌊 Pops jokingly said, “Are we home?” as we entered. We were welcomed with curiosity, care, & (most importantly) outstanding Chenin Blanc which immediately set the tone for the rest of the tasting. There wasn’t a miss in the entire lineup & we tasted some WINES. The Chenin Blancs were a revelation. Vouvray-esque inw style: they were elegantly delicious and had BODY. Both the Mendocino & Napa were incredible. The Cabernet Francs followed suit with the 2012 T-bar-T being the stunner of the day. Bold but beautifully balanced, it was truly spectacular I got to nerd out a few cool ways during this tasting that I wanted to point out: - Side by Side Chenin Blanc tasting - Mendocino & Napa - Side by Side Rosé tasting - rosé of Pinot Noir & Cabernet Franc - 2012 Cabernet Franc versus 2021 Cabernet Franc - The Pinot Noir was from the Radian Vineyard which I’ve had from other producers so will look forward to side by side tasting those in the future 🍷🍷 But the best part of the tasting was the hospitality. Tracy was an exceptional & knowledgeable hostess with a palpable passion for wine and life. Megan & John punctuated the experience with their passion & joy as well. Anytime the conversation ranges from Chenin Blanc clones to family to rap to aging gracefully to Wu-Tang - you know you’ve had a FULL experience. That’s the beauty of sharing a bottle with passionate people, you end up sharing so much more. We left feeling excited, exhilarated, & eagerly anticipating the next visit 🍷👏🏾🍷 Big props to the Lang & Reed family 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Thank y’all!”

“I really enjoy Lang & Reed wine and the tasting experience we had there was my favorite in Napa Valley. Plus their Chenin Blanc is my favorite white wine for summer!”

“When I’m in Napa and tired of cabernet sauvignon I usually look for good tips on who makes a good cab franc. I go check them out and usually end up disappointed. Not with Lang & Reed, they make chenin blanc and cabernet franc and both are wonderful. Their standard cab is great and reminds me of the Loire valley but their 214 is like that on steroids.”