V. Sattui Winery

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St. Helena Wedding Location
1111 White Lane
St. Helena, CA 94574
Contact: Wine Valley Catering or V. Sattui Events
Phone: 707/256-2900 or 707/286-7273
www.vsattui.com
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Why We Like This Place

The scenic Napa Valley abounds with grand wineries, many of them doing big business these days. With so many players vying for a visitor’s attention, the “little gems” may go unnoticed. It would be a shame to miss out on V. Sattui, a small family winery run by the fourth generation of Sattuis, who demonstrate both pride in their winemaking traditions and warm hospitality. Even the marketing of their award-winning wines is a personal affair—all vintages are sold directly to their customers via mail-order or at the winery itself. This is the sort of authentic quality and old-fashioned charm that sets just the right note for heartfelt special occasions.

Founded back in 1885, V. Sattui occupies a massive vine-covered stone building in the classic manner of Early California. The surrounding landscape is quintessential Napa: a backdrop of magnificent hillsides covered with chaparral and live oaks; acres of lush, green lawns; and row upon row of grapevines.

Like the grapes themselves, wedding ceremonies flourish in such a bucolic environment. A stone patio in front of the winery has several small terraces that make a dramatic descent down to a courtyard hugged by the two-story winery. A path sprinkled with rose petals marks the wedding aisle, and flowering shrubs, saplings, a gnarled oak, and garlands draped on the balconies create a lovely garden atmosphere. Evening ceremonies in the courtyard are magical, with luminarias flickering along the aisle and twinkle lights illuminating the balconies. For larger weddings, say “I do” under the ivy-covered tower that overlooks an expanse of emerald lawn bordered by colorful flowerbeds, with the magnificent vista of the Napa Valley in the distance.

While the bridal party takes photographs in the many picturesque settings on the property, guests soak up the vineyard ambiance on the front patio, where water splashing from a large Mediterranean-style fountain contributes to the festive mood.

Have one of the outdoor areas set for an al fresco reception, or invite guests to dine in a castle-like wine cellar, where hand-hewn stone walls, heavy ceiling timbers and wine barrels evoke an Old World atmosphere. A pleasant, piquant aroma wafts from the aging wines, kept behind wrought-iron gates in four caves reached through a stone archway. The cellar takes on a haunting beauty by candlelight, so go ahead and lavish the room with votives—in wall ledges, atop rows of oaken barrels, on the tables. Fancy candelabras are an elegant effect, and draping the barrels with Tivoli and icicle lights add even more sparkle.

At V. Sattui, the wine you serve will be as appreciated as the scenery. Among their many accolades, V. Sattui was awarded the 2006 Golden Winery Award, the California State Fair’s top honor. They can even personalize wine bottles with gold foil labels commemorating your celebration. When their fine varietals are paired with the exquisite cuisine served up by the event pros at Wine Valley Catering, you and your guests will savor every detail of your culinary experience. In fact, everything at this historic venue will make your celebration a landmark event.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 200
Max. Seated Outdoors: 250

Max. Seated Indoors: 250
Max. Seated Outdoors: 160
Max. Standing Indoors: 300
Max. Standing Outdoors: 250

Max. Seated: 300

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Tower Lawn holds 250 seated or standing; the Cellar holds 200 seated or 350 standing; the Stone Courtyard accommodates 180 seated or 250 standing.

EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Barrel Cellar holds 250 seated guests; the tri-level stone courtyard holds 160 seated; and the Tower Lawn holds 250 standing guests.

MEETING CAPACITY: The Barrel Cellar holds 300 seated theater-style or classroom-style and 200 seated conference-style.

Fees & Deposits

Half of the site rental fee is a nonrefundable deposit required to secure your date. Rental fees plus a final guest count are due 2 weeks prior to the event. Site rental fees range $4,000–9,000 depending on the date of the event.

Catering is provided by Wine Valley Catering, or you may select from a list of caterers. If you choose Wine Valley, meals start at $65/person. Tax, alcohol and a service charge are additional.

Availability

Year-round, daily 6pm–11pm.

Catering

Provided

Alcohol

Provided

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners

Services/Amenities

Catering: provided or select from list
Kitchen Facilities: prep only
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: through caterer
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: yes
Bride's Dressing Area: yes
Meeting Equipment: CBA, extra fee
Parking: large lot
Accommodations: no guestrooms
Telephone: pay phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: caterer
View: vineyards, hills, garden, valley, fountain
Other: tents/canopies CBA; heaters provided

Amplified Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Fountain/Water Feature
Garden Patio/Courtyard
Hills
Landscaped Grounds
Valley
Vineyards

Site Type

Winery
Banquet/Events Facility

Restrictions

Alcohol: provided
Smoking: outdoors only
Music: amplified OK indoors, acoustic outdoors
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: certificate required

Contact: Wine Valley Catering or V. Sattui Events
707/256-2900 or 707/286-7273
www.vsattui.com
Email or request a proposal for your event from V. Sattui Winery

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