Sonoma County
The Carneros wineries worth your afternoon
Carneros: windy bay-side hills, sparkling and Pinot. Here's who to visit, and how to string them into a day.
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Cline Family Cellars
Zinfandel, Mourvèdre, Viognier
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Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
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Viansa Winery
Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Zinfandel
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Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
Barbera, Pinot Grigio, Nebbiolo
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Ram's Gate Winery
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah
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What are the best carneros wineries in Carneros?
Start with Cline Family Cellars, Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards and Viansa Winery.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Carneros?
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.