Sonoma County
The Russian River Valley wineries worth your afternoon
Russian River Valley: foggy mornings, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Here's who to visit, and how to string them into a day.
Russian River Valley
Balletto Vineyards
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris
Russian River Valley
DeLoach Vineyards
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Arista Winery
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Benovia Winery
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Emeritus Vineyards
Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Gary Farrell Winery
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Russian River Valley
Rochioli Vineyards & Winery
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Russian River Valley
Williams Selyem
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Limerick Lane Cellars
Zinfandel, Syrah
Want the perfect day, not a list?
Answer four questionsGood to know
What are the best russian river valley wineries in Russian River Valley?
Start with Balletto Vineyards, DeLoach Vineyards and Arista Winery.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Russian River 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.