Sonoma County
Wineries with the best views in Sonoma
The tasting is half of it. These are the Sonoma wineries where you'll want a window seat.
Sonoma Valley
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Alexander Valley
Jordan Vineyard & Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
Kenwood
Kunde Family Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon
Russian River Valley
Balletto Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris
Dry Creek Valley
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Fumé Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon
Carneros
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Sonoma Valley
Hamel Family Wines
Big views from the tasting room. Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc
Sonoma Valley
Hanzell Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Sebastopol
Lynmar Estate
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Alexander Valley
Medlock Ames
Big views from the tasting room. Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosé
Santa Rosa
Paradise Ridge Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel
Dry Creek Valley
Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Carneros
Viansa Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Arista Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Glen Ellen
B.R. Cohn Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Benovia Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel
Dry Creek Valley
Comstock Wines
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc
Russian River Valley
Emeritus Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Gary Farrell Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Sebastopol
Iron Horse Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Bennett Valley
Matanzas Creek Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
Dry Creek Valley
Mauritson Wines
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
Carneros
Ram's Gate Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah
Russian River Valley
Rochioli Vineyards & Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Santa Rosa
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
Alexander Valley
Hanna Winery
Big views from the tasting room. Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel
Russian River Valley
Limerick Lane Cellars
Big views from the tasting room. Zinfandel, Syrah
Alexander Valley
Silver Oak Alexander Valley
Big views from the tasting room. Cabernet Sauvignon
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Answer four questionsGood to know
What are the best wineries with the best views in Sonoma?
Start with Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Jordan Vineyard & Winery and Kunde Family Winery.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Sonoma?
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.