Winery and vineyard · St. Helena, California, United States

Beringer Vineyards

Napa Valley winery and Knights Valley estate, operating for 150 years and considered the oldest continuously operating winery in California. Offers tastings, tours, and events.

About Beringer Vineyards

Beringer Vineyards, California's oldest continuously operating winery

Beringer Vineyards is a winery located in St. Helena, in Napa Valley (California), that presents itself as the oldest in the state in uninterrupted operation. The company itself frames its activity within the celebration of its 150th anniversary, which is commemorated throughout 2026. Its historic property, with 19th-century architecture and gardens, is described as one of the most outstanding spaces in the California wine region.

Wines and collections

The winery's catalog is organized into several lines. The Private Reserve and Single Vineyards collections are among the main ones, along with the Knights Valley line. Among the varieties it sells are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay. The shop also includes wines rated 90 points or higher, sale wines, six-bottle vertical sets, magnums, rosé wines, and red blends, as well as gift sets and merchandise.

Tastings, tours, and experiences

The winery offers tastings and guided tours, with an events calendar and the possibility of virtual tastings. Featured experiences include the Veranda Experience, a hosted tasting on the veranda of the Rhine House with garden views, and a vineyard lunch in Knights Valley with a guided tasting among the vines, focused on the AVA that Beringer helped pioneer. The venue welcomes walk-ins and is open daily.

Private and corporate events

The property is offered as a venue for private and corporate events, weddings, and groups of more than fifteen people, with various spaces available. The company has been recognized as a finalist in the Best Tasting Room category at the Best of Bay Area 2026 awards and as the best wedding venue in Napa County in 2025, according to the badges shown on its website.

Wine club and sales

Beringer has a wine club with customizable membership, exclusive perks for members, and the option to gift a subscription. Sales are made through its shop, with shipping, and it offers discounts for new subscribers to its mailing list.

Recognition and track record

In addition to local awards, the winery is included in the list of the 100 best vineyards in the world compiled by 50 Best and has received the Travelers' Choice badge in 2024 and 2025, within the top 10% of things to do worldwide. Its website includes content about its history, sustainability, and The Beringer Times blog.

Location and contact

2000 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574

In brief

Napa Valley and Knights Valley wines