Piazza Del Dotto Winery & Caves is a family-owned and operated winery located in Napa Valley, California. The winery was founded in 1996 by Adam and Andrea Piazza, who were inspired by their Italian heritage and the traditional winemaking practices of Tuscany.
The Piazza Del Dotto winery is known for its use of traditional wine-making techniques, including the use of small oak barrels and extended aging in oak and bottle. The winery specializes in producing high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Sauvignon Blanc wines.
Piazza Del Dotto sources grapes from various vineyards throughout Napa Valley, including the Mount Veeder and Stags Leap Districts. The winery also has its own estate vineyards, including the Piazza Del Dotto Vineyard in the Stags Leap District and the Casa Piazza Vineyard in the Mount Veeder District. These estate vineyards are known for their rocky, volcanic soil, which imparts unique characteristics to the grapes grown there.
In addition to its wine production, Piazza Del Dotto is also known for its underground wine caves, which were carved into the volcanic rock beneath the winery. These caves are used for aging and storing the winery’s wines, as well as for hosting private tastings and events. The caves provide a consistent and controlled environment for the aging of the wines, with a constant temperature of around 58 degrees Fahrenheit and a humidity level of around 85%.
Piazza Del Dotto is committed to sustainability and uses organic and biodynamic farming practices in its vineyards. The winery also has a solar panel system that generates a significant portion of its electricity needs.
Overall, Piazza Del Dotto is a highly respected winery in the Napa Valley region, known for its commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, sustainability, and the production of high-quality, distinctive wines. The winery’s underground caves and stunning estate vineyards make it a popular destination for wine tastings and events in Napa Valley.
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Philip Foster
a month agoThis was the last winery we toured while in Napa and it did not disappoint! Upon entrance in their main building you’re greeted with friendly staff and served a glass of wine (which we ended up buying one of these bottles because it was so good) and were then paired up with two other couples (from NJ and IL) and our host, Simon. Simon made this tour exceptional! He was friendly, informative and most of all his personality is what made all 6 of wanting to spend the rest of the afternoon there chatting and having fun. The wines we tasted progressively got better and better. The caves were impressive and learning about the history was great. After the tour we sat down in their patio which was equally impressive with all the arches with vines growing throughout. It was absolutely beautiful! They served our group our pizza (which they asked what we would like before the tour) and some tater tots with dipping sauce. This food was icing on the cake after the wonderful tour with our outstanding host, Simon. Yep, we ended up having a few bottles shipped home as we loved this wine so much. Can’t wait for it to arrive. Highly recommend to tour this winery when in Napa!
Robert Noakes
6 months agoThis was my first formal tasting visit to Del Dotto Piazza which is a mere 5 minutes from my home in Yountville. The property is beautiful with inviting gardens, a view of their Oakville Vineyard and their aviary is off the patio with peacock, chickens and turkeys. My tasting started with their Sparkling Rose' and some bread bites with Del Dotto Olive Oil. The Rose' was a lovely color, light and perfectly sweet. That was followed by a generous plate of tator tots with ketchup and aoili...Great because I was HUNGRY! Next was their Chardonnay which was a nicely balanced wine, not a butter bomb and just the right amount of oak. Highly recommended based on my opinion. I was then given a side-by-side of their 2021 Pinot Noir which was a great combo of light and refreshing with delightful acidity and mouth feel. The older 2016 was decidedly dry and while complex I would lay it down for another 5 years to appeal to my taste. I moved into their Merlot forward red blend which included Cabernet Savignon, Cabernet Franc, Verdot, Syrah, Malbec and the surprise of a touch of Grenache. This was a very easy to drink wine which would likely pair with almost anything. I then proceeded into Cab country with their '21 Cab Sav which is 80% Cab and was a nicely approachable Cab that is ready to drink now. Then came my absolute favorite Del Dotto creation, their 2021 Reserve...in a word...WOW!!! It presented complexity and simplicity in a single sip...90% Napa Valley Cab with 10% Howell Mtn. Merlot. I'll take a case...thank you very much. Finally I tried their 100% Oakville Cab and frankly while it was similar to the Reserve, I would choose the Reserve as the best value at Del Dotto. My recommendation...GO TO DEL DOTTO and note that they have great Napolitano Pizzas if you reserve the barrel tasting and cave tour. Cheers...Robert@Jessup Cellars
Bobby N
2 weeks agoA little over the top, but the wine is amazing and the tour is super coordinated. Can't beat the barrel tasting and pizza.
Dominique Ford
5 months agoKendall is so awesome. He gave us a great experience and I will ask for him again, if and when we ever come back. Definitely will be referring him to friends and family. Thank you Kendall for giving us a great experience!!
Julian s
a month agoWe have been to the other locations and prefer them so much more. Too ostentatious. Too pretentious. Too over the top. The saving grace is the salty tater tots and pizza at the end. We have purchased wine in the past but walked out today with nothing. Ideally, eat beforehand and expect to try a lot of wine! DO NOT DRIVE HERE WITHOUT A DESIGNATED DRIVER!!! This is one that you UBER or have a driver for.