Grgich Hills Estate announced on its website that its tasting room is open and the winery will donate 100 percent of its proceeds in the month of November to the Napa Valley Community Disaster Relief Fund.
Iconic Michelin-starred restaurant The French Laundry reopened Oct. 17 after closing for several days during the fires and said via Facebook that it would be donating some proceeds to relief efforts. The restaurant, which is notoriously difficult to book, actually has some reservation slots open for four-person tables in November and December, though it’s unclear whether that is because of cancellations or other factors.
“We want people to come and support these causes — most of the tasting room fees are being donated to fire relief,” said Angela Jackson, director of media relations for Visit Napa Valley, which is promoting “cabernet season” in the valley, as well as events like the Napa Valley Film Festival. “There really isn’t a better time to come. The skies are blue. It still is warm and beautiful.”