Navarro Vineyards
Philo
Winery in Philo, United States
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Direct-Pour Anderson Valley
Why go
Navarro Vineyards is a strong Philo pick for travelers using Anderson Valley as a serious tasting route rather than a scenery-only stop. Prioritize it if the goal is deciding what to ship or revisit; compare it with nearby Philo producers before committing cellar space.
About Navarro Vineyards
For itinerary planning, keep the comparison set focused and practical. Navarro Vineyards can be considered alongside Brashley Vineyards, Husch Vineyards, Lazy Creek Vineyards, Maggy Hawk, and Roederer Estate, while other dining in Philo can be planned separately. Use the venue itself to confirm what is available for your visit.
Plan Your Visit
Confirm the current experience before you go, then decide whether it fits your route. To make the most of your visit, avoid planning around a specific offering and instead keep the visit flexible.
For a broader Philo day, use Our full Philo wineries guide to build the route, then keep meals, lodging, and post-visit planning separate with Our full Philo restaurants guide, Our full Philo hotels guide, Our full Philo bars guide, and Our full Philo experiences guide. Navarro Vineyards is best considered as one Philo stop within a wider plan.
Who should prioritize it
If your group needs information on pricing, timing, reservations, large-party handling, or specific offerings before committing, contact the venue directly before making it the anchor of the day. For comparison planning, look to Brashley Vineyards, Husch Vineyards, Lazy Creek Vineyards, Maggy Hawk, and Roederer Estate, or consider other Philo dining generically as part of the wider trip.
Planning details
- Location
- 5601 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
- Website
- navarrowine.com
- Phone
- +1 800-537-9463
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Navarro Vineyards reads as a quietly authoritative presence in Anderson Valley: an old‑guard producer whose identity is rooted in place. The property’s early‑1970s founding and long‑established vine blocks give the site a historic, classic feel rather than anything trendy. The winery emphasizes terroir and cool‑climate restraint through fog, river gorge influence and big diurnal swings, creating a studied and unhurried experience. Tasting here registers as measured and purposeful; visitors encounter a vineyard‑forward aesthetic and a tasting room that complements the estate’s long reputation rather than competing with it.
Best For
Navarro is ideal for travelers who want a grounded, educational tasting experience. Navarro is a benchmark in Anderson Valley for wine students, solo explorers and families curious about cool‑climate varietals and viticultural influence. Terroir, history and old vines shape the visit, which suits visitors who appreciate context: the story behind the bottle, vineyard practices and the long arc of a producer’s reputation. It is less a scene for nightlife and more a place to slow down and learn.
Tasting Tips
Plan a leisurely visit and allow time to take in the drive along Highway 128: directions note the narrowing road and redwood canopy before the valley opens to vineyard rows. Dress in layers: Pacific influence and diurnal swings up to roughly 50°F can make conditions shift markedly across a single day. Expect an unhurried tasting room and bring time to walk the estate grounds or view the vine rows; the experience rewards patience and curiosity rather than a quick drop‑in.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, unpretentious atmosphere with stunning vineyard views from the patio and picnic areas, surrounded by beautiful hillsides and rolling hills.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Vineyard
- Appellation
- Anderson Valley
- Varietals
- Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris
- Tour Duration
- 60-90 minutes
- Visits
- Walk-ins welcome
- Farming
- Sustainable
- Wine Styles
- Still White, Still Red, Sparkling, Still Rose
- Food Pairing
- Offered
- Shipping
- Available
- Wine Club
- Available
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 5601 CA-128, Philo, CA 95466
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit the itinerary
Cross-shop Roederer Estate if the group wants a sparkling-focused stop with a clearer category distinction. Choose Husch Vineyards if the priority is staying in Philo and comparing another established local producer.
Winery context
How It Compares
Choose Navarro Vineyards when the goal is a focused Philo tasting stop with enough reputation to justify a serious bottle decision. Roederer Estate is the clearer pick if sparkling wine is the priority, while Husch Vineyards is the safer cross-shop for visitors who want another established Anderson Valley name in the same town.
For a more intimate or lower-key Philo day, compare it with Lazy Creek Vineyards and Brashley Vineyards. Those are better alternatives if the group wants to keep the route flexible, while Navarro is the better hold if the trip is built around deciding which wines merit shipping.
Maggy Hawk is the peer to consider when the brief is a more targeted producer visit rather than a broad Philo sweep. If only two stops fit the schedule, pair Navarro with Roederer Estate for category contrast, or with Husch Vineyards for a tighter Anderson Valley comparison.
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Compare Navarro Vineyards
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Navarro Vineyards | Philo | No published awards |
| Lazy Creek Vineyards | Philo | No published awards |
| Roederer Estate | Philo | 2026 Falstaff Winery Guide |
| Husch Vineyards | Philo | No published awards |
| Brashley Vineyards | Philo | No published awards |
| Maggy Hawk | Philo | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What other venues can I compare with Navarro Vineyards?
Brashley Vineyards, Husch Vineyards, Lazy Creek Vineyards, Maggy Hawk, and Roederer Estate are useful comparison stops to consider. Use Navarro Vineyards as one Philo venue within a broader plan.
