If you’re planning to propose in Napa Valley, this post is for you!

What location do you want to use for your proposal?

Napa Valley is known for it’s wide array of wineries, so it’s no surprise that a lot of proposals happen there! Click HERE for popular winery locations.

Another option is to see if the place you are staying might work well for a proposal location. Your hotel or AirBNB might be able to accommodate this! Here are a few options - Alila Napa Valley and Cottage Grove Inn.

The most popular winery for proposals is Castello di Amorosa. If you are interested in learning more about proposing there, HERE is a link with some tips!

What time of year do you want to propose?

Time of year affects the weather and the vineyards.

The vines are dormant (essentially sticks in the ground) Jan- early March.

Depending on the winery, some will have a short mustard season in February.

April-June is when the green starts to fill in and gets thicker July-August.

September-early November is when colors change, crush (when grapes are picked) and then the vines thin out in December.

How important is privacy for your proposal?

Based on how much privacy is important to you, it’s best to contact the winery or other location to see if they offer private experiences. Most wineries will have at least a semi private option.

The day of the week you choose is also an important factor- most wineries are busiest on weekends, some host weddings, and some host their wine club members that day. If you are hoping for more privacy, and a more relaxed start to your vacation, doing your proposal mid week might

Last but not least, hire a proposal photographer!

I have been photographing proposals in Napa Valley for almost 9 years (about 125 a year), this is what I specialize in and I love every minute! My goal is to help make this process as easy as possible, so all you have to do is enjoy celebrating!