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Robert Mondavi Arch & TowervsRound Pond Estate
Both Robert Mondavi Winery and Round Pond Estate are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Robert Mondavi Winery ranks marginally higher than Round Pond Estate. Robert Mondavi Winery is ranked #10 in Napa Valley with praise from 4 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Robert Mondavi Arch & Tower
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7801 St Helena Hwy, Oakville, CA 94562
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Fodor's "The arch at the center of the sprawling Mission-style building frames the lawn and the vineyard behind, inviting a stroll under the arcades. You can head for one of the walk-in tasting rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "There is, perhaps, no greater influence on the Napa Valley than Robert Mondavi and his eponymous winery." Full review
Lonely Planet "Tour buses flock to this corporate-owned winery, but if you know nothing about wine and can cope with crowds, the worthwhile tours provide excellent insight into winemaking." Full review
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"One of the first major Napa Valley producers to cater to visitors with a tourist experience. Guests receive a 90-minute explanation of how a large-scale, technologically advanced winery functions. " Full review
Frommer's " The Discovery Tour lasts 30 minutes and is offered every weekend in the summer. You’ll stroll the vineyards and the cellars; children are welcome but must be at least 13 years old to attend. " Full review
Round Pond Estate Fodor's Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet Frommer's
886 Rutherford Road (California 128), Rutherford, CA
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Fodor's "Sophisticated wines come from Round Pond, but the estate also produces premium olive oils, most from olives grown and crushed on the property." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Newly opened in 2007, this winery sits amid 357 acres of sustainably grown grapevines, olive groves, and biodynamic gardens." Full review
Lonely Planet "Estate tastings offer fantastic food pairings on a vineyard-view stone patio." Full review
Frommer's "Surrounded by imported blue agave, palm, and olive trees, Round Pond's sleek and minimalist digs are a stunning stage for the annual production of a minuscule 3,000 cases of cabernet sauvignon." Full review
