FAQs

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What's the Attire For Wedding Day?

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Our dress code is Garden Formal! We kindly ask guests to dress in formal attire, preferably dresses and suits. Color is highly encouraged! For some inspiration, take a look at our Pinterest board: https://pin.it/433ayEdmb

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What’s the best way to get to St. Helena?

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The closest major airports are: - Sacramento International Airport (SMF): ~1 hour 30 minutes drive - Oakland International Airport (OAK): ~1 hour 30 minutes drive - San Francisco International Airport (SFO): ~1 hours 45 minutes drive (traffic can add extra time, especially during peak hours) We recommend renting a car or coordinating group transportation to make it easy to travel to and from the airport, and explore all that Napa Valley has to offer.

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When should I arrive and leave?

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We’d love for everyone to arrive on Friday, July 10, 2026 to settle in and join our welcome festivities! Friday, July 10: For early arrivals, plan to join us at a welcome party at Gott's Roadside in St. Helena to kick off the weekend! Refer to the Schedule tab for more details. Saturday, July 11: Spend the afternoon wine tasting and soaking in Napa Valley. Sunday, July 12: Our wedding celebration! Please plan to arrive at the venue at 4:30 pm. The ceremony will begin promptly at 5 pm.

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Where should I stay?

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St. Helena and the surrounding Napa Valley are full of boutique hotels, charming Airbnbs, and vineyard resorts. Book early, July is peak season!

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Where is the wedding party staying?

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The wedding party will be staying in St. Helena, which is also where our ceremony and reception will take place. We’d love for guests to stay nearby to make the weekend easy and fun!

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Is this an adults-only celebration?

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Yes! While we love all of the children in our lives, this will be an adults only event. We hope this advance notice means you are still able to share our big day.

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Can I bring a date?

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In order for us to keep our wedding intimate, only the guest formally invited on your wedding invitation will be accommodated. If you received a plus one, this will appear at the time you RSVP.

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How far is St. Helena from other Napa Valley towns?

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- Napa: ~20 minutes south of St. Helena - Calistoga: ~10-15 minutes north of St. Helena Both towns have plenty of lodging, dining, and wineries, so staying anywhere in this central Napa stretch will keep you close to all the action.

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Do we need reservations for tastings?

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Yes! Most Napa wineries require reservations, especially in the summer. We recommend booking tastings a month or two in advance. Some favorites below: Round Pond Estate – Sit outside on the patio and enjoy a relaxed tasting with small delicious bites on a beautiful property. Get the artisan cheese board! Sterling Vineyards – Take a scenic gondola ride up the hill for a guided experience with five tasting stations and beautiful views. V. Sattui Winery – Great food and wine pairings. House wines are poured in the tasting room while gourmet takeout can be enjoyed on the grassy grounds. Castello di Amorosa – Explore a historic Tuscan-style castle while enjoying wine tastings.

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Can we walk between wineries?

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Napa wineries are spread out, so plan to drive or use Uber/Lyft.

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What’s the weather like in Napa in July?

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July in Napa Valley is warm and sunny, with daytime highs in the 80s°F and cooler evenings around 50–60°F. We recommend bringing light layers—perfect for sunny vineyard days and breezy nights under the stars.