Three days in the Napa Valley is wonderful. Five days gives you the chance to slow down, venture a little farther afield and experience a very different side of the valley.
We recently spent our visit doing just that, with winery visits that took us from the valley floor high into the mountains, from well-known Napa names to small, family-run producers, with plenty of good food—and a little downtime—along the way.
This itinerary is based on the trip we actually took, with a few recommendations based on what we learned along the way. Most days include just two winery visits, with plenty of time for lunch and the drive between them. It’s the pace we’ve found works best for us in Napa: enough time to enjoy the wine, the experience and the drive between appointments without constantly watching the clock.
Our winery choices tend to lean small, family-run and estate-grown, with a few iconic Napa names mixed in. We’re drawn to places where the story of the vineyard, the people behind the wine and what’s in the glass all feel connected. And in Napa, we’re focused mainly on Cabernet Sauvignon, although we enjoy all varietals.
You’ll see these preferences in this itinerary. We invite you to really lean into Napa Valley and its various AVAs, soils, and wine styles – and we hope you’ll experience wine in a new way during your visit.
And if you want more details on each of the individual wineries, check out our Napa travel guide for more detailed articles.
So, cheers to sipping your way through Napa Valley with Venice Wine Experiences.
Itinerary Notes
Planning your Visits in Napa
We always start by plotting the wineries we want to visit on a map and then trying to group visits based on proximity…or at least, that’s the plan!
Even when we start months in advance, winery availability can quickly rearrange things. Many wineries don’t offer tastings seven days a week, and some have only one or two appointment times each day. Two wineries may be practically neighbors but impossible to visit on the same day.
Our advice: Plan with both geography and availability in mind. Start with your must-visit wineries, see when they can host you, and build the rest of your itinerary around those appointments.
If this is your first trip to the Napa Valley, check out our 3-Day Napa Valley Itinerary, where we cover the logistics in more detail – getting there, where to stay, transportation, restaurants, what to pack and some of our longtime favorite wineries closer to Napa proper. Here, in this 5 day Napa Valley itinerary, we’re skipping most of the basics and getting right to the fun part:
Five days. Some pretty incredible wines. And a Napa itinerary we’d happily do again.
Our Itinerary at a Glance
Jump to any day by clicking the day number.
| Day | Morning | Lunch | Afternoon |
| 1 | Promontory | Oakville Grocery | Schweiger |
| 2 | Dunn Vineyards | Picobar | Spa Break |
| 3 | Smith Madrone | Station | Kapcsándy |
| 4 | Diamond Creek | Cook St. Helena | Seavey |
| 5 | Vintners’ Collective | Bounty Hunter | Mayacamas |
Also on the Itinerary
Jarvis Estate
We also visited Jarvis for their Harvest Festival during this trip, but our experience was a little different from the tastings included in this itinerary. We’re sharing that visit separately, including a closer look at the winery and our experience there.
Stay tuned to read about our Jarvis Estate visit (coming soon)
Day 1 | Promontory + Schweiger
We kicked off our week in Napa with two very different winery experiences…and a day that took us from one of Napa’s most distinctive newer wine estates to a family-run winery high on Spring Mountain.
With just two tastings on the calendar and a casual lunch in between, this was exactly the kind of pace we like for a day in Napa.
Morning | Promontory
Oakville AVA · Promontory Visit & Tasting Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
Promontory had been on our Napa wish list for quite a while, thanks to its reputation for producing exquisite wines, so it seemed like a fitting place to begin the week.
Promontory is part of the Harlan family’s trio of Napa Valley wine estates, alongside Harlan Estate and BOND. But Promontory has an identity very much its own, built around a rugged estate in the hills west of Oakville.
The Highlight
We were greeted by our host, Kaede, who immediately set the stage for a beautiful visit with glasses of Dom Pérignon. Sipping Champagne while taking in the stunning views across the property was quite a way to begin our Napa week. (Promontory does not produce any white wines – thus the pouring of a non-Promontory glass to begin our visit.)
But what stayed with us most was learning about Bill Harlan’s 200-year vision for the estate and the intentionality behind virtually every aspect of Promontory. From its approach to farming and winemaking to the architecture itself, everything seems designed around preserving and expressing this very particular place. Understanding how that plan evolves and guides really everything they do at Promontory helped us better understand the winemaking choices – and why Promontory has gained the reputation it has.
Lunch | Oakville Grocery
After Promontory, we headed north to Oakville Grocery for a casual lunch before our afternoon appointment at Schweiger. Its location right along Highway 29 made it an easy stop without adding a lot of extra driving to the day.
We love Oakville Grocery because not only is it easy, everything we’ve ever had there is delicious – it’s definitely not your average grocery store. You can grab gourmet sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas and salads, along with wine by the bottle or glass. There’s also a tasting room on site, but with another winery ahead of us, we kept this stop focused on lunch (with a side of bubbles).
Afternoon | Schweiger Vineyards
Spring Mountain AVA · Estate Tasting Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
We added Schweiger to our list after meeting Andy Schweiger at Forks & Corks last year. We enjoyed meeting him there, and his wines were among our favorites of the event. The 2004 Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon we opened not too long ago was also a standout, so we were excited to finally see the vineyard and winery for ourselves.
The Highlight
This visit was relaxed and casual – the perfect way to end our first day. We sat on the patio, overlooking their beautiful vineyard and watching the hummingbirds vie for space at the feeder. Wendy was our host and matched our pace with pours and with the sharing of information about the winery.
The real highlight, however, arrived when we got to spend some time chatting with Andy and his lovely wife. Meeting the winemakers and hearing their stories creates an experience that we return to with every sip and every photo. And just when we thought nothing could top that, we were invited to watch them do the punch down on some of the wines fermenting in the tank. So we found ourselves on the catwalk above the tanks watching it happen in real time! If you’ve followed along for a while, you know that meeting a wine maker is always a highlight for us, but getting to see them do punch down was next level!
Why This Day Works
Promontory and Schweiger offer two very different Napa experiences and it was fun to experience both on the same day. An easy lunch stop at Oakville Grocery broke up the drive from the valley floor to Spring Mountain and gave us a nice transition between the two experiences.
Day 2 | Dunn Vineyards
Day 2 was a nice, easy one during this visit, and allowed for activities other than wine tastings. During this trip, we planned a spa visit, but there are so many options! Consider hiking, browsing any of the small towns up and down the valley, or whatever other activity you can imagine – it’s likely you’ll find it in or near Napa Valley!
Morning | Dunn Vineyards
Howell Mountain AVA · Tasting Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
Dunn Vineyards was one of the first wineries on our list as we began planning this trip. We were excited to learn more about the family legacy at Dunn. We’ve seen Dunn wines offered on a couple of our favorite wine lists in the area, so we expected Dunn would be right up our (wine) alley. Additionally, we’d never been to the Angwin area on Howell Mountain, so it was an opportunity we could not pass up!
The Highlight
We knew immediately that we were going to like Dunn when Beau, the winery dog, climbed halfway into the car as we opened the door upon arrival. We love dogs as much as we love wine, so this set the stage for a great visit. (Also, check Beau out in the latest version of Wine Dogs California…one of our very favorite Napa souvenirs! Note that this is an Amazon affiliate link, so if you fall in love with the Wine Dogs like we did several years ago, we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase.)
And if we return to the real purpose of the visit, the wine, the highlight had to be meeting both Randy and Mike Dunn, and seeing them actually working in the cellar with their winemaker, Ted Kizor. Mike was kind enough to join our tasting for a few minutes and chat about Dunn Vineyards, as well as Retro Cellars, his personal label, which he began back in 2003 as a way to learn about the whole winemaking process – from growing his own varietals to designing a label. While Dunn Vineyards focuses solely on Cabernet Sauvignon, Retro Cellars branches out a bit with other varietals. We tasted Retro’s Sirah and Petite Syrah during our tasting in addition to Dunn’s beautiful Cabs.
Lunch | Picobar
From Dunn, we headed back up towards Calistoga and made a lunch stop at Picobar. It had been highly recommended by two different people prior to our visit, so we were excited to enjoy a leisurely lunch.
Picobar is situated poolside at the Solage Resort and the setting is perfection on a beautiful day. We enjoyed a nice meal and relaxed while admiring the pool…and anticipating our spa visit! The menu leans Mexican, but with a Californian flair. It was easy, delicious, and offered a nice wine list to continue our tasting experiences.
Afternoon | Spa Break
We have been visiting Calistoga and Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort for several years and always enjoy a few hours in their spa. This year was no different – choosing The Works, which includes a mud bath, mineral water soak, and a massage. You cannot visit Calistoga, known for its mineral springs and mud baths, and NOT partake in a few hours of bliss.
It was the perfect way to further unwind on our trip, and we highly recommend saving an afternoon for whatever it is that rejuvenates you while you’re visiting the Napa Valley.
Why This Day Works
One morning tasting leaves the afternoon open to enjoy another side of Napa – and for us, Dunn paired especially well with lunch and downtime in Calistoga. We find that having at least one day during our visits with just one tasting allows us to relax a bit more and really enjoy the area for more than wine. It has become one of our regular practices when planning a visit to Napa (or any wine region for that matter!).
Day 3 | Smith-Madrone & Kapcsándy
After a relaxing afternoon on Day 2, we started our third day excited to visit Smith Madrone for the first time, and return to Kapcsándy for our second visit. Both wineries are still toward the northern end of the valley and were easy to get to from our base in Calistoga.
Morning | Smith-Madrone
Spring Mountain AVA · Smith-Madrone Tasting Experience (group tasting) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
Smith-Madrone was a discovery during our research into family-owned and family-run wineries focused on estate fruit. Started by two brothers in the 1970s, the winery has a long history on Spring Mountain without much of the fanfare that surrounds some Napa names.
Charlie and Stuart Smith are still very much hands-on in the vineyard and winery—doing the work, leading tours and making the wines—so we couldn’t wait to see the operation for ourselves.
The Highlight
While this was a group tasting experience, it was still one of my favorites of the trip. Charlie Smith met us at the winery just as they were bringing in the last fruit of this year’s harvest. Talk about timing!
We started in the winery, where Charlie shared some of Smith-Madrone’s history while pouring a few wines, before heading out onto the property for spectacular views across the valley.
But the real highlight was simply spending time with Charlie. Having one of the founders and the winemaker lead our tasting gave us the opportunity to hear firsthand how Smith-Madrone—and Napa itself—has evolved over the decades. He’s also a hoot, and we probably could have stayed all day listening to his stories (ask him how he feels about Sauvignon Blanc or how Chardonnay should be made!).
Charlie and his brother, Stu, have watched Napa grow from a tiny spot on the wine map into the world-renowned region it is today, while continuing to farm and make wine on Spring Mountain much as they always have. For a couple of wine lovers from Venice, getting to hear some of that history firsthand was pretty fascinating.
Lunch | Station
We headed back down Spring Mountain and stopped for a casual picnic-table lunch at Station in St. Helena. Gourmet sandwiches and pizza served up in a gas station – and it was perfection.
The weather was perfect for sitting on one of their picnic tables and enjoying a bite before we headed off to our afternoon winery. We highly recommend a stop here for lunch (or breakfast!) if your schedule finds you in St. Helena around lunchtime – especially if you don’t have a ton of time. It’s unpretentious, delicious, and not so overdone that you are too full to enjoy your afternoon.
Oh. And my Partner in Wine highly recommends the oatmeal cookies!
Afternoon | Kapcsándy
Yountville AVA · Kapcsándy Tasting Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
Our first visit was last year and we had the best time, so it definitely made this year’s list to revisit and try the most recent vintage. And it did not disappoint.
The story of Lou Kapcsándy is fascinating—from escaping Budapest after the Hungarian Revolution to serving in the U.S. Army and even trying out for the San Diego Chargers before eventually establishing his own winery in Napa.
And the wines are made meticulously. The family even engaged NASA to provide satellite imagery to help determine the best orientation for the vineyard rows and trellis height.
That attention to detail is evident throughout the property and in the wines themselves—and is one of the reasons we were excited to return.
The Highlight
Sipping the newest vintage was a treat—the same gorgeous, full-bodied style we remembered, with wines that are enjoyable now but built to age for years.
And while we always enjoy meeting the hosts at the wineries we visit, Brendan at Kapcsándy is one of our favorites. He knows Napa, clearly loves the wines and has a wonderful way of sharing the Kapcsándy story without making the experience feel overly formal.
Returning to a winery can be just as much fun as discovering one for the first time, especially when you’re able to taste a new vintage and pick up the story where you left off.
Why This Day Works
This day pairs two small, family-run producers with very different histories and personalities, with an easy, casual lunch in St. Helena between them. After the downtime of Day 2, it was a great way to settle back into a full day of wine tasting without feeling rushed.
Itinerary notes
Wondering Where to Stay?
Splitting our stay between Calistoga and downtown Napa worked particularly well for this itinerary—and it’s something we’ve done on several recent trips. Staying in Calistoga kept us closer to our northern and mountain winery appointments early in the week, while finishing with two nights in downtown Napa put us within walking distance of restaurants, tasting rooms and our final day’s visits.
We also love experiencing both sides of Napa: Calistoga’s relaxed, laid-back feel followed by a couple of nights in the heart of downtown.
Day 4 | Diamond Creek & Seavey
On our fourth day, we packed up in Calistoga and tasted our way down through the Valley to spend our last couple of nights in Napa. It was another day of visiting one of our favorite wineries plus adding a new one, and it was the perfect mix for our last day of visiting the actual wineries. With a leisurely pace, we even got to add in a lunch stop at one of our favorite restaurants.
Morning | Diamond Creek
Diamond Mountain AVA · Diamond Creek Tasting Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
We’ve been to Diamond Mountain a couple of times before, and originally chose it for its well known sense of place. Each wine is made from its own vineyard, and for such a small vineyard (only about 20 acres planted), each of those vineyards produce a noticeably different wine – even in the same vintage.
Diamond Creek had been family owned and run since the 1960s by Al & Boots Brounstein. After their passing, it was sold to the Rouzaud family, the owners of the French Champagne house Maison Louis Roederer…but not without a lot of thought. The Rouzaud family and the Brounsteins were friends, and the sale was intentional – choosing a family to continue their legacy and not commercialize the winery like happens so often in Napa. And from our experiences there, they have very much stayed true to the original vision for Diamond Creek. Small, personal, terroir-driven.
The Highlight
We had been anxiously awaiting the 2023 lineup and were not disappointed. The wines were lovely, and to taste them while looking out across the Gravelly Meadow and Volcanic Hill vineyards was perfection. Diamond Creek wines can be cellared for years, and it was fun to imagine what these wines will be in 10, 20, or even 30 years.
In addition to tasting the 2023s, the trip out into the vineyards is always a special treat. The property is beautiful, and getting out into the vines is a great way to appreciate the wines even more. Don’t skip this on your visit!
Lunch | Cook St. Helena
When we wrapped up at Diamond Creek, it was the perfect opportunity to head into St. Helena for a more leisurely lunch than we’d had time for on the previous days. So a bit more time called for a stop at Cook, which is one of our favorite lunch spots. A winemaker turned us onto Cook several years ago and it hasn’t disappointed us since. Fresh pasta, a curated local wine list, and the best vibe.
This year, we had soup, salad, and cavatelli – all of which were the perfect lunch for our last day of formal wine tastings. A glass of the Materra Sauvignon Blanc, which we’d never had before, but heard about from a friend, was the perfect accompaniment. Top it off with a table in the front window and we could have stayed all afternoon….but alas, our last winery visit awaited.
Afternoon | Seavey
Conn Valley · Vintage Tasting & Tour Experience (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation required
Why We Chose It
Our research again surfaced Seavey as winery we should experience based on our preferences. And while we prescribe to the “there is a wine for every person and a person for every wine” kind of philosophy, my Partner in Wine and I are really drawn to wines that have a story and a sense of place. Ones where the people who grow the grapes also make decisions about the wine. And they may even be at the winery (and may have even brought their wine dog!). We connect with those people and those stories, and when the wines are grown on the same property, by the same people, it means even more to us.
This is why we chose Seavey. And it did not disappoint.
The Highlight
There were so many highlights of our visit at Seavey. Patrick, our host, was great. Watching the team finish up the day’s harvest was picture-perfect. And then the tasting was just beyond.
The tasting room is housed in the winery which was originally built in 1881 as a dairy barn. Among the stones and wooden beams (and beautiful bottles of wine), also sat an old-school turntable and a bunch of vinyl. So for my Partner in Wine and our friend – both vinyl fans – this just tied a ribbon on the day. We sat down to our tasting with Van Morrison crooning in the background. The wines were gorgeous, and we even had the opportunity to meet Fred Seavey, one of the second generation Seaveys who continue to run the estate.
Why This Day Works
If you’re changing hotels from Calistoga to Napa, this route lets you taste your way south through the valley rather than losing part of the day simply relocating. It allows a nice break for lunch, so you can enjoy a more leisurely meal.
Itinerary Notes
But what about Dinner?
You may be wondering about dinners, since none are noted here. This is another itinerary tweak we have made over the years of Napa visits. We used to enjoy a beautiful dinner each evening – because it’s Napa and there are SO MANY gorgeous restaurants from which to choose. That left us heavy, caused us to not sleep well, and generally detracted from our trips instead of enhancing them.
Now we often choose a nicer mid-day meal if time allows, and reserve dinners for lighter fare (if anything). We do typically enjoy one dinner during each visit, and you can find many of our favorite restaurant options in our 3 day itinerary.
Day 5 | Downtown Napa: Vintners’ Collective & Mayacamas
Our last day in Napa was spent in downtown Napa. We had relocated from Dr. Wilkinson’s in Calistoga to the Westin Verasa in Napa – another property that we have stayed at multiple times and really appreciate for its location. Close enough to downtown to walk, but also close to Oxbow Market and just out of the fray of downtown. We find that to be the very best location for wine tasting, stretching our legs, and a quiet night’s sleep.
Morning | Vintners’ Collective
Downtown Napa · Small-Production Winery Collective · ~45–90 minutes · Walk-ins welcome
Why We Chose It
We’d visited Vintners’ Collective on previous visits, and were happy to return. The Collective represents a handful of small-production wineries, many of which do not have their own tasting rooms. On previous visits we were introduced to wines by Julien Fayard, Patel, Hertelendy, and others which we have enjoyed having in our collection over the years.
So a return visit to explore new producers and vintages was the perfect way to kick off our last day in Napa.
The Highlight
We strolled in around opening time (11am) and were greeted by Krishna. He was great in identifying where to begin our tasting, and introduced us to six wines that we would never have had the opportunity to try – and all but one were absolutely the kinds of wines we love.
We appreciate their tasting experience because it really does evolve as you sip and provide feedback to your host. Because they represent a variety of wineries, it’s fun to “choose your own adventure”. Exploring new-to-us wineries, hearing a bit about their stories, and chatting with Krishna and the other guys behind the bar was great during this visit. Plus the building is an old brothel, so just the history alone is fun to learn about while sipping.
Itinerary Note
Sip early
If you want a chance to really explore a variety of wines at a leisurely pace, with the opportunity to ask questions and learn, we suggest stopping in early. Vintners’ Collective can get very busy in the evening.
Lunch | Bounty Hunter
After tasting at Vintners’ Collective, we strolled Napa doing some window shopping. There are plenty of shops, tasting rooms, and restaurants, but we had our eye on another one of the more casual and comfortable spots that we’ve come to appreciate over the years – The Bounty Hunter.
The Bounty Hunter is a barbecue-focused restaurant, but with plenty of options for those non-meat eaters in the group. We’ve always found it to be relatively quiet early in the day, so we slipped in for lunch at the bar. BBQ, some pimento cheese, and a salad were the perfect low key lunch as we rounded out our visit.
They also offer a nice wine & spirits shop in case you’d like to grab a something to enjoy at your hotel one evening (or pack in your bag to take home).
Afternoon | Mayacamas
Mount Veeder AVA · Member Tasting Experience in the Downtown Tasting Room (private) · ~2 hours · Reservation preferred
Why We Chose It
We visited the Mayacamas Vineyards Estate on Mt. Veeder last year for the first time after having enjoyed their wines at restaurants over the years. The winery was absolutely stunning with views out to the San Francisco Bay Bridge on a clear day. We became big fans (and members) after that visit. So when time doesn’t allow us to make the trip up to the winery, the downtown tasting room is perfect.
And while we booked a later tasting, we strolled in early and found the perfect spot on their patio – easy to sip and easy to watch all of the sites of downtown Napa on a Thursday afternoon.
The Highlight
Nathan was the perfect host. From his Star Wars themed shirt, to the great conversation about the winery and wines, we relaxed, sipped, and found some new vintages to add to the cellar. We especially loved handing the reigns over to him and letting him surprise us with some great tastes – starting with a 1996 Chardonnay.
Now neither of your VWE wine lovers are huge Chardonnay fans, but we continue to be amazed when we ignore our preconceived notions of Chardonnay and just try it. And a 30 year old Chardonnay? Unheard of for us. Yet this one was really amazing. It had developed with such complexity, but was still mellow. It was smooth, but rich. And tasting it along with the 2014 and the 2024 to see the progression? Just the kind of tasting we really appreciate.
And of course, we rounded the tasting out with some of Mayacamas’ amazing Cabs (including some additional library offerings which extend across most of their varietals), but those Chardonnays? We’ll be thinking about those for a long time.
Why This Day Works
Staying entirely in downtown Napa means no driving between tastings, with plenty of time to browse, have lunch and enjoy a completely different side of Napa wine tasting. It also situated us perfectly for a nice dinner to close out our trip
Dinner | La Toque
We splurged on one amazing dinner this trip – a repeat visit to La Toque.
We’ve been to La Toque several times over the years and find it to be a bit of a hidden gem (yes – we hate that phrase, but it really applies here). La Toque held one Michelin star for several years and in our opinions, still should. We’ve enjoyed their tasting menu (with wine pairings), but this visit, chose to order a la carte.
Situated in the Westin, it was quiet during this visit, and we were able to slip in without a reservation. We selected a Napa Cabernet Franc to enjoy, and chose the pasta and the pork chop for entrees. And we’re glad we closed out our trip with this beautiful meal. Don’t overthink this restaurant – we arrived without a reservation, casual, and ate a la carte, although we do recommend calling to ensure that they can accommodate you (or better yet, if you’re planning ahead, just make a reservation). And it was a perfect meal to celebrate another beautiful trip to Napa.
The Itinerary Details
We cover planning a Napa trip in more detail in our 3-Day Napa Valley Itinerary, but here are a few highlights to help you plan this five-day route.
- Where to stay: We split our stay between the Westin Verasa in Napa and Dr Wilkinson’s in Calistoga. Staying at both ends of the valley helps shorten drive times and lets us experience two very different sides of Napa.
- How to get to Napa: We love flying into Sacramento (SMF), about an hour from downtown Napa. For us, the biggest advantage is typically avoiding much of the congestion around San Francisco. Oakland is another option, as is the smaller Santa Rosa airport. Compare your options before automatically booking SFO—you may be able to spend less of your vacation in traffic.
- Getting Around: We’ve done it all, and our current preference is a rental car from the airport and hired drivers for our tasting days (unless someone in your party is the designated driver). We list several transportation companies we’ve used and recommend in our original itinerary. Rideshares like Uber and Lyft can be unreliable outside the valley floor, so we would not rely on them for mountain winery visits.
- Reservations: If your preference is small, family-run wineries like many of the ones in this itinerary, plan well in advance. Many require reservations and may offer only a few appointment times each day. Start with your must-visit wineries and build the rest of your itinerary around their availability.
Our Final Pour
Five days sounds like plenty of time in Napa, but it goes quickly. The biggest lesson from this trip was that we enjoyed the valley more when we tried to do less.
Two winery visits a day was our sweet spot. It gave us time to linger when a tasting ran long, enjoy lunch and actually appreciate each winery rather than rushing to the next appointment.
Geography matters—but availability matters more. Plot your wineries on a map, but expect appointment schedules to dictate at least some of your route.
Make room for something other than wine. Our spa afternoon gave us a break in the middle of the week and helped five days in Napa feel leisurely rather than over-scheduled.
Leave a little flexibility. Some of our favorite moments weren’t things we could have scheduled—the winemaker stopping by, harvest happening around us, or a host pulling an unexpected older vintage.
Would we do five days this way again? Absolutely.
Looking for 3 days in Napa?
Planning your first Napa trip? Or just a short getaway into wine country?
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