Sonoma County
Small family wineries in Healdsburg
Tiny cellars where the person pouring may well have made the wine. The Healdsburg spots worth seeking out.
Dry Creek Valley
Preston Farm & Winery
Small enough to meet the maker. Barbera, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache
Dry Creek Valley
A. Rafanelli Winery
Small enough to meet the maker. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Dry Creek Valley
Mauritson Wines
Small enough to meet the maker. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Geyserville
Pedroncelli Winery
Small enough to meet the maker. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Dry Creek Valley
Unti Vineyards
Small enough to meet the maker. Grenache, Barbera, Sangiovese
Dry Creek Valley
Papapietro Perry Winery
Small enough to meet the maker. Pinot Noir, Zinfandel
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What are the best small family wineries in Healdsburg?
Start with Preston Farm & Winery, A. Rafanelli Winery and Mauritson Wines.
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.