Sonoma County
Where to taste the best Chardonnay in Sonoma Valley
If Chardonnay is your thing, these are the Sonoma Valley wineries that hang their reputation on it.
Kenwood
Kunde Family Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon
Sonoma Valley
Scribe Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sylvaner
Sonoma Valley
Buena Vista Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir
Kenwood
Chateau St. Jean
Known for Chardonnay. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Carneros
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
Known for Chardonnay. Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Sonoma Valley
Hanzell Vineyards
Known for Chardonnay. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Glen Ellen
B.R. Cohn Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Kenwood
Landmark Vineyards
Known for Chardonnay. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Kenwood
Ledson Winery & Vineyards
Known for Chardonnay. Zinfandel, Merlot, Chardonnay
Carneros
Ram's Gate Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah
Sonoma Valley
Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery
Known for Chardonnay. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Sonoma Valley
Three Sticks Wines
Known for Chardonnay. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Sonoma Valley
Patz & Hall
Known for Chardonnay. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
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Where is the best Chardonnay in Sonoma Valley?
Kunde Family Winery, Scribe Winery and Buena Vista Winery are the Sonoma Valley wineries best known for Chardonnay.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Sonoma Valley?
Three or four is the sweet spot: about an hour each, plus a proper lunch. Five is possible if the cellars are small and close together.
How do you get around Sonoma wine country without driving?
Private driver for the day (about US$95–150 per hour, 4-hour minimum); Small-group wine tour (about US$150–200 per person, full day); Walk the Healdsburg plaza (free). Every Grapevine itinerary lists these local options; book them directly.
When is the best time to visit?
Open year-round. Harvest runs mid-August to October; winter is quiet, rainy and the easiest time to get seated tastings.