Sonoma County
Where to taste the best Zinfandel in Healdsburg
If Zinfandel is your thing, these are the Healdsburg wineries that hang their reputation on it.
Dry Creek Valley
Dry Creek Vineyard
Known for Zinfandel. Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Chenin Blanc
Geyserville
Francis Ford Coppola Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Chardonnay
Dry Creek Valley
Quivira Vineyards
Known for Zinfandel. Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Grenache
Dry Creek Valley
Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Dry Creek Valley
A. Rafanelli Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Dry Creek Valley
Bella Vineyards and Wine Caves
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Syrah, Rosé
Dry Creek Valley
Comstock Wines
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc
Dry Creek Valley
Mauritson Wines
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Geyserville
Pedroncelli Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Healdsburg
Seghesio Family Vineyards
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Arneis
Geyserville
Trentadue Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Port
Alexander Valley
Hanna Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel
Dry Creek Valley
Papapietro Perry Winery
Known for Zinfandel. Pinot Noir, Zinfandel
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Where is the best Zinfandel in Healdsburg?
Dry Creek Vineyard, Francis Ford Coppola Winery and Quivira Vineyards are the Healdsburg wineries best known for Zinfandel.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Healdsburg?
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.