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With its picturesque hilltop setting in the Carneros wine-growing region at the southern end of the Napa Valley, Artesa was one of the original wineries in the area, founded by the Spanish wine-making family Codorniu Raventos. A protective covering of natural grasses conceals the winery rooftop, accented by fountains and contemporary sculpture. From the wide terrace, at an elevation of 1,800 feet (550 meters) that is well above the fog line, you can look out over acres of vineyards and tree-covered hills. [...] there are some indoor sights to take in as well, such as the armory, grand barrel room and a torture chamber (...though not currently in use). Native grass landscaping complements other sustainable practices including rainwater collection and solar energy. Domaine Carneros features graceful flights of stone steps leading up to a terrace overlooking vine-covered hills where you can enjoy table service and order small plates to accompany your tasting. The terrace at Mumm Napa is on a hillside off the Silverado Trail, the valley's lesser-traveled main thoroughfare, and has a commanding view of the Napa Valley. Open daily with three tasting experiences: outdoor patio, enclosed tasting salon or oak terrace. Film buffs may be interested to know the winery was founded by Lillian Disney, widow of Walt, her daughter Diane Disney Miller and son-in-law Ron Miller. The newly renovated, Victorian-era Manor House at Stags' Leap Winery has a grand wraparound porch for tastings with an expansive view of the vineyards. An aerial tram takes you up to the winery, set in a white stucco building modeled after the architectural style of the Greek island of Mykonos. If you're feeling flush, you can eat at the Michelin-starred restaurant with its terrace overlooking a green and verdant valley. Or, you can stop by the more casual bistro which has a wraparound deck, more than 40 wines by the glass and is a great spot for su