Nestled in the heart of downtown Napa on revitalized First Street, a new hospitality concept is revolutionizing the region’s luxury food and wine scene. The Gentleman Farmer Bungalow, A Studio for Gustatory Well-Being, offers an exclusive and intimate experience like no other.
Here, the art of winemaking meets culinary excellence as vintners Joey Wołosz and Jeff Durham bring their passion for food and wine to life, creating a one-of-a-kind gastronomic adventure that Napa Valley has never seen before.
Housed in a beautifully remodeled 1926 American Craftsman bungalow, this unique destination blends the comfort and appearance of dining in the home of vintners with the elegance of a meticulously designed space, offering guests an intimate glimpse into the personal world of its creators.
Neither a restaurant nor a tasting room, The Gentleman Farmer Bungalow debuted last December. Inspired by their experiences in Bordeaux, France, where multi-course, vintner-prepared meals are a tradition, Wołosz and Durham, a Napa native, sought to bring a slice of this Old World charm to their region.
For five years, the husband-husband team, who met in 1999 and own Gentleman Farmer Wines, prepared and served lunch to people desiring an introduction to their wines, using their Yountville home to host guests.
Their vision became so popular that, when the downtown Napa building—originally a single-family home but most recently a law office for 30 years—became available, the life partners purchased the property and expanded their offerings to include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.