Mustard Season in Napa Valley

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A vineyard full of mustard flowers
Often times visitors assume that Harvest is the best time of year to visit the Napa Valley.  While harvest brings a buzz of activity (nothing like seeing trucks full of grapes zipping up and down the highway, or waking up to the smell of fresh pressed grapes in the air), there are many other times of year that provide a different pace, perspective and view of the landscape.  I personally love the winter season, as the rain that comes with it blankets the hillsides in lush, dense green.  As the winter rains give way to the first hints of spring, the mustard flowers begin to bloom, which soon turn into a carpet of wild yellow mustard blooms between rows of vineyards.  Mustard season is typically January through March, with bud break signaling the end of mustard season and the start of the new growing season.  Mustard season is by far one of the most beautiful times to visit Yountville & the Napa Valley!

With the slower pace, after a bustling harvest & holiday season, visitors might find more time to linger while enjoying the view at one of our many wineries, restaurants, or patio of their hotel room.  Set aside time to discover the best spots for the perfect mustard photo!  The following map is a great guide to some of the best spots to snap a perfect mustard photo.  We do caution:  be sure to pull safely off the road, avoid private property, and please be mindful of the grapevines.

Wild Mustard Season Map
During the Mustard Season, we like to celebrate!  Check out these Mustard Season events happening throughout the valley!
Hotair balloon above a vineyard full of mustart
Vineyard full of mustard flowers
Vineyard full of mustard flowers
Vineyard full of mustard flowers
Vineyard full of mustard flowers
Aerial view of vineyard rows with mustard in between
A vineyard full of mustard flowers

All photos featured courtesy of Bob McClenahan

Silverado Resort and Spa

Now-March 30

Silverado Resort and Spa
1600 Atlas Peak Road
Napa, CA 94558

Mustard Season Bar Bites at Silverado Resort & Spa

Mustard Seed Scrub and Massage at Silverado Resort & Spa

Art Association Napa Valley Art Show | March 4th, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  In conjunction with the Art Association Napa Valley, Silverado Resort is honored to present this Art Show including Oils, Acrylic, Watercolors and Pastels in Vintners Court just off the Silverado Mansion Lobby.

 

Wild Mustard Season at The Meritage

Now-March 2023

Meritage Resort & Spa
850 Bordeaux Way
Napa, CA 94558

This time of year is known as Mustard Season in Napa.  The Valley explodes with a vibrant carpet of bright yellow blooms and large swaths of yellow flowers providing a cheerful ambiance for your retreat and delivering a spectacular backdrop for wine tasting, hot air ballooning, and vineyard picnics.  Stay Golden and treat yourself to Napa escape, and we”ll treat you to a $100 resort credit, and a mustard-themed food amenity.  PLUS, stay longer and save up to 30% off.

 

From Dijon to Yountville:  A Celebration of Mustard, Cheese and Wine

Friday, March 3, 2023 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Handwritten Wines
6494 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94599

In celebration of the beautiful mustard season in Napa Valley, this event will explore the diverse and delectable world of mustard and cheese from France to California.

We have partnered with the experts at Merchant & Monger to provide a specially curated selection of cheeses, mustards, and other accouterments that will pair perfectly alongside some of our most popular wines from the Handwritten portfolio.

This epicurean experience is not to be missed!

 

Carneros Resort & Spa

Now-March 2023

4048 Sonoma Highway
Napa, CA 94558

Mustard Fields Massage

Weekly Mustard Tastings: Join us at Market at Carneros Resort every Tuesday at 4 p.m. as we proudly showcase the craft of our local artisans with two mustard tastings: stone ground mustard by Hurley Farms and hot sweet mustard by Napa Valley Mustard Co—just a few of the incredible product selections available at Market.

 

The Estate Yountville

Now-March 2023

The Estate Yountville
6481 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94599

The Estate Yountville’s walkable vineyard is a-bloom with vibrant yellow mustard flowers! Come enjoy a stroll through the vineyard, or relax at The Estate’s Hotel Villagio patio and bar as you enjoy our chef’s seasonal creations like our Mustard Celebration Salmon and Mustard Pineapple Carrot Cake.

 

Hope & Grace Wines

Now-March 2023

Hope & Grace Wines
6540 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94599

Enjoy a complimentary tasting with the purchase of a Seasonal Wine Tasting.

 

Bardessono

Now-March 2023

Bardessono Hotel and Spa
6526 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599

At Bardessono guests may harness the ancient healing powers of mustard in the unhurried luxury of the guest suite.

In-room Mustard Remedy Bath – Guests enjoy a soak in a therapeutic remedy of mustard seed and rosemary provided by one of the Bardessono Bath Butlers. Rich in magnesium, selenium, and antioxidants, the bathing ritual helps to relieve pain and inflammation while boosting the immune system and promoting relaxation and overall well-being. (Includes aromatherapy candle and Renew essential oil roll-on) | $195

Mustard Remedy Massage – Mustard and sweet almond oil relax the muscles and lift spirits in this customized 50-minute massage. | $225

For more details on mustard season at Bardessono, visit here to see the package and explore the spa options.

 

Hotel Yountville

Now-March 2023

Hotel Yountville
6462 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94599

At Hotel Yountville, an 80-minute service with bath and massage is available at The Spa at Hotel Yountville.

Mustard Remedy Bath and Massage – The journey begins with a soak in a therapeutic remedy of mustard seed and rosemary to relieve pain and inflammation while boosting the immune system. Next a customized massage with mustard and sweet almond oil relax the muscles while promoting overall well-being. (Includes sparkling wine and Renew essential oil roll-on). 80 Minutes | $350

Please visit here to see more on Hotel Yountville and its offerings around the season.

 

Priest Ranch Napa Valley

Now-March 2023

Priest Ranch Napa Valley
6490 Washington Street
Yountville, CA 94599

Bacon & Wine Experience
Our chef has added a unique flavor to our Bacon & Wine Experience in honor of the Napa Valley mustard season. When pairing mustard and wine, the most essential detail is the intensity of the mustard. Your wines should have the same flavor intensity as your food. Mustard has a wide variety of power based on the many different styles. We decided to pair our 2019 Priest Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon with bacon coated with Honey Mustard. Honey mustard has a slight sweetness to coincide with its tangy flavor. Because our Cabernet Sauvignon has notes of red fruits, spices, vanilla, and a hint of cherry cola, it can help counteract those flavors of honey mustard but will also cut the salt and fat you get from the bacon. Only available by appointment, now through March 2023.

 

Yountville Art Walk-Find Your Glass Heart in Yountville

Weekends through March 22-23

Beginning February 11-12 and each subsequent weekend through March 22-23, walk our Yountville Art Walk and find beautiful glass hearts that were individually created, signed and numbered by Napa Valley glass artist Patty Wessman. Find the glass hearts hidden playfully in plain sight at each of our Art Walk sculpture locations, yours to keep as a reminder of your time in Yountville – The Heart of the Napa Valley.