While tastings at Quintessa skew toward the pricey side, the experience your money buys is in a different category than that of some of the winery's neighbors in the valley. It's a wonderful place to thoroughly learn about the wine-making process, and the visit is substantial, relaxed and not at all rushed. Their tour begins with a walk through the grapes to a beautiful vantage point with breathtaking views, and ends with tasting a wine selection of delicious wines, accompanied by out of the world local cheeses. It's a VIP kind of experience and well worth every penny.