Meadowood is a 250-acre retreat snuggled away off the Silverado Trail in the town of St. Helena, one of Napa Valley’s most luxurious places.  The private club, founded in 1964, features championship croquet lawns, tennis courts, a nine-hole walking golf course, hiking trails, swimming, a full-service health spa and 85 suites and cottages.

The main reason for the existence of Meadowood...... in my mind.....is the fabulous  Restaurant at Meadowood.  Under Manager Nathaniel Dorn, Chef Christopher Kostow and Sommelier Ron Toulon, this restaurant has earned two stars from the renowned Michelin Guide.  There are only five other restaurants in all of northern California to have two Michelin stars.  The 48-seat dining room is a stage upon which staff, chef, and sommelier do their food and wine magic for a most appreciative group of gourmets.  Diners choose from a few food and wine pairings:  A three-course selection for $70 plus $45 for wine pairing; a four-course selection for $85 plus $60 wine pairing;  a five-course selection for $95 plus $75 wine pairing; and finally, a seven-course chef’s tasting menu at $120  plus $110 wine pairing.

I included in this story a sample menu for your perusal......please try not to drool all over the page.  On a wine note, the cellar contains 11,000 bottles, the wine list is over 50 pages and leaves you to choose from over 800 great wines.

I enjoyed my experience; however, I want to hear from you.  Please, should you dine there, please e-mail me your experience at williamj @busjournal.com

For additional information, call (707) 968-3161 or visit their Web site at meadowood.com.