Clos Pegase Winery
Calistoga
Winery in Calistoga, United States
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Art-Architecture Wine Estate
Why go
Clos Pegase Winery is a strong Calistoga shortlist pick for wine travelers who want a planned, serious tasting rather than a casual same-day stop. Book it early in the itinerary because availability is difficult, cross-shop nearby Calistoga peers if pricing transparency, group logistics, or easier scheduling matter more.
About Clos Pegase Winery
In Calistoga, Clos Pegase Winery is a winery to consider when your plans fit its schedule. It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, closed Monday through Wednesday, has a smart casual dress code. If pricing, tasting format, group capacity, wine lineup, or reservations will shape your visit, check with the winery directly before going.
The clearest recognition is its Pearl 2 Star Prestige distinction in 2025. That makes Clos Pegase Winery a notable candidate for a Calistoga winery visit, but the practical decision should still come down to your timing and the details you want to arrange before going.
Use it as a serious Calistoga stop, not a filler tasting
The smart way to use this visit is to build around the schedule: Thursday through Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM. If the aim is a broader city plan, the Calistoga wineries guide can help organize other nearby winery research, with additional Calistoga planning available through the Calistoga restaurants guide, Calistoga hotels guide, Calistoga bars guide.
If a flagship wine, winemaker, first vintage, varietal lineup, price, or tasting format matters to your visit, check those details directly before planning around a specific collector checklist. Choose it if the priority is a Calistoga winery with Pearl recognition; cross-shop if the day depends on transparent pricing, group capacity, or a specific tasting style.
Who should visit, who should cross-shop
Clos Pegase Winery is easiest to evaluate for travelers whose schedule fits its Thursday-to-Sunday daytime hours. For group planning, confirm details directly with the winery. If you are comparing winery options, consider Girard Winery, Sterling Vineyards, Twomey Cellars, Venge Vineyards, Memento Mori before locking the route.
Planning details
- Location
- 1060 Dunaweal Ln, Calistoga, CA 94515, United States
- Website
- clospegase.com
- Phone
- +17079424981
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Clos Pegase presents itself as an architectural statement as much as a winery. The postmodern design by Michael Graves — the colonnaded facade, warm ochre tones and the project’s origin in a San Francisco Museum of Modern Art competition — reads as a temple to wine and art. Approaching the property feels like arriving at a landmark rather than a converted barn or chateau pastiche, and that design-first identity shapes the visit: the tasting experience is anchored by a conspicuous visual signature that sets Clos Pegase apart in Calistoga and the broader Napa landscape.
Best For
This is a destination for visitors who prize design-forward winery experiences and structured tastings. Clos Pegase sits in Napa’s second prestige tier, a position underlined by its 2025 Pearl 2 Star Prestige recognition, and it operates reservation-only, structured tasting experiences. That combination makes it well suited to travelers seeking wine education alongside a memorable setting — thoughtful, appointment-based visits that put architecture and curated tasting programs at the center of the experience rather than casual drop-ins.
Tasting Tips
Book ahead: the property runs structured, often reservation-only tasting experiences, so secure a reservation before arriving. Expect an appointment-style visit rather than open drop-in service, and allow time to experience the architecture as part of the tasting—approaching the colonnaded facade and grounds is part of what distinguishes Clos Pegase. Because the winery is positioned within Napa’s prestige tier, plan accordingly for a curated tasting rhythm and the possibility of limited availability during peak season.
Venue details
Ambiance
Tranquil and elegant with timeless Mediterranean-inspired architecture, lush drought-tolerant gardens, and dramatic cave settings evoking ancient wine culture.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Vineyard
- Appellation
- Napa Valley AVA
- Varietals
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot
- Tour Duration
- 60-90 minutes
- Wine Club
- Available
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to look if this is full
If Clos Pegase is not available, start with Girard Winery or Sterling Vineyards for a Calistoga plan that should be easier to build around. For a more wine-focused cross-shop, compare Memento Mori before widening the search.
Winery context
How it compares in Calistoga
Clos Pegase Winery is the pick when the goal is a more deliberate Calistoga tasting with a stronger quality signal and a harder-to-secure feel. Girard Winery and Sterling Vineyards are the more sensible cross-shops if the day needs a broader, easier-to-plan tasting route rather than one anchor reservation.
Twomey Cellars and Venge Vineyards make sense for visitors comparing Calistoga producers by experience style rather than price, since confirmed price tiers are not supplied here. Choose Clos Pegase when booking friction is acceptable and the winery itself is the focus; choose one of those peers when flexibility matters more.
Memento Mori is the sharper cross-shop for collectors or visitors who want a more concentrated wine-first plan. Clos Pegase is better for travelers who want a recognized Calistoga winery stop that can anchor a day, while Memento Mori is the comparison to make if the visit is driven by cellar priorities.
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Compare Clos Pegase Winery
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Clos Pegase Winery | Calistoga | No published awards |
| Girard Winery | Calistoga | No published awards |
| Sterling Vineyards | Calistoga | No published awards |
| Twomey Cellars | Calistoga | No published awards |
| Venge Vineyards | Calistoga | No published awards |
| Memento Mori | Calistoga | 2025 Pearl 4 Star Prestige |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Clos Pegase Winery?
Visit Thursday through Sunday, when Clos Pegase Winery is open from 10 AM to 5 PM in Calistoga. It is closed Monday through Wednesday. For exact timing, confirm current availability directly before you go.
How long should I plan for a visit to Clos Pegase Winery?
Clos Pegase Winery is open 10 AM to 5 PM Thursday through Sunday. Plan around the winery's current visit format and leave enough time between other Calistoga stops.
Can Clos Pegase Winery handle large groups?
If you are planning with a larger party, confirm directly with Clos Pegase Winery before setting the itinerary. Girard Winery is another option to compare while planning.
What are the wine club details for Clos Pegase Winery?
If you are considering any membership, compare the current terms directly with how often you expect to visit or buy. Twomey Cellars is another winery to review as part of a broader comparison.
Do I need a reservation at Clos Pegase Winery?
Clos Pegase Winery is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with closures Monday through Wednesday. Check Clos Pegase Winery directly before visiting; Sterling Vineyards is another winery to compare when planning.
