Nichelini Family Winery

About Winery: Nichelini Family Winery is proud to be one of the pioneers of Napa Valley’s modern wine industry. The winery, the restored homestead cabin, the original Roman wine press and the house still stand today and have remained in our family’s hands for more than 130 years, making us the oldest continuously family-owned and operated winery in Napa County. Our motto is “Generation to Generation”, and to date five generations of Nichelinis have passed on their winemaking knowledge as well as their traditions of hard work and careful craftsmanship. We strive to produce truly world-class, finely-crafted American wines that exhibit finesse and individuality. 

Join us on Thursday afternoons and Friday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm outside in the backyard!

Aggie Connection: Aimée's great-great-grandparents Anton and Caterina were Swiss-Italian immigrants who founded the winery in 1890, making Nichelini the oldest continuously operated, family-owned winery in the Napa Valley. She is also the first 5th generation winemaker in the Napa Valley, as well as the first in the family to have earned a Viticulture and Enology degree. She graduated with honors from the UC Davis department in 2003 and has been making amazing wines ever since.

Aggies Uncorked Featured Wine: Semillon "Caterina Reserve"

Alum: Aimee Sunseri '03, Winemaker