We had such a wonderful experience with Cedar at Buena Vista Winery! Cedar was incredibly knowledgeable about the wines and did an amazing job making the experience fun, relaxed, and personal. His great personality really made the tasting stand out. We absolutely loved the experience, the wine, and the beautiful atmosphere. Cedar was fantastic and made our visit one of the highlights of our Sonoma trip. We would definitely recommend a visit to Buena Vista and if you get Cedar, you're in for a treat! read more

Acacia our Server Made Our Visit Exceptional! We visited Buena Vista Winery on Monday with family visiting from New Jersey, and while the winery and wines were wonderful, Acacia truly made the experience exceptional. From the moment we arrived, she was warm, welcoming, attentive, and incredibly engaging. She has a wonderful ability to read her guests and make everyone feel comfortable while still providing a knowledgeable and professional tasting experience. Her enthusiasm for Buena Vista and its history was contagious. As we enjoyed the Reserve and Signature flights, Acacia shared stories about the winery's history dating back to 1857 and brought that history to life during our tour. She didn't simply pour wine and explain what we were tasting--she created an experience for us. She also had a great sense of humor and happily joined in when our family decided to test whether an entire bottle of wine could fit into one of the giant wine glasses. It did--and we have the video to prove it! That kind of spontaneous fun and personal interaction is what made the afternoon so memorable. We enjoyed the wines so much that we left with three bottles, but what we talked about afterward was Acacia and the wonderful time she gave our family. To the Buena Vista management team: Acacia is an outstanding ambassador for your winery. Her knowledge, professionalism, warmth, attentiveness, and ability to genuinely connect with guests deserve recognition. Employees like her are the reason visitors remember an experience and want to return. Thank you, Acacia, for making our family's visit to Buena Vista Winery such a special one. We will absolutely be back! read more

What a beautiful winery. Hubs and I came here on e-bikes after recommendations from several places and I am so glad we did. We didn't have a reservation but we just walked in with no issues. We walked around a bit to check the grounds out then went into the wine tasting area. I was trying to stay out of the way and I am thankful I did because we met Eric who was the most helpful and polite employee. He explained a lot of the wines to us and thanked us for being there. He told us about the property and the wine cave champagne cave.. and said if we go we might see him doing a tour later, which we did and we waived. He is a real gem for this winery!! Thank you Eric for giving us the best experience we had tasting wine on our trip!! I tried and had a glass of the Rose.. oh my word it was glorious. Hubs tried the Trousseau Gris... so crisp! We took our glasses and walked a bit around the property and ended up going up some stairs to a beautiful patio area with gazebos! We sat at the top for a long while with no one else around. It was the best time. Do yourself a favor and stop here for wine tasting. The food truck was mid... I wish the food would have been better, but we were hungry and this was the only thing available- some kind of Italian food, meatballs and bread- meh. Then there's the wine cave/champagne tasting room. At first we were put off by the young woman who told us that we could go look in there if we were quiet. Then we walked around a bit and saw some cool rooms and wandered back into the champagne tasting room. I asked the nice guy behind the bar named Cedar, if I was able to order or do a tasting and he was so helpful and great! His father was there too, his name is Don. What a cool duo. Fun fact, Don is the son of Rhonda in "Help Me Rhonda" by the Beach Boys! It was so cool hearing their stories and enjoying some champs. Don even played a couple of tunes on the piano. Again, Buena Vista, pat yourselves on the back. This winery has been my favorite I have ever been to. The only thing I suggest is better food truck(s). read more

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We stopped by Buena Vista Winery for a glass of wine on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed sitting outside in the beautiful courtyard. The property is lovely, and the historic Champagne Cellars are definitely worth exploring. What really stood out, though, was the exceptional customer service. I accidentally left my jacket behind--a simple jacket, but one with tremendous sentimental value. KC More-Johnson from Guest Services responded within the hour, worked with the tasting room team to locate it, and even arranged to have it shipped back to me so I wouldn't have to drive back to Sonoma. KC went above and beyond to help. Her kindness, prompt communication, and genuine care meant so much to me. We'll definitely be back! read more

09/10/26 UPDATE ~ No one has attempted to contacted me. I can only assume this is how the winery makes themselves look like they are proactive on Yelp!!! I went with high expectations for an amazing and beautiful experience. I seen the winery on the segment for Sonoma on Channel 2. I was sadly disappointed with everything except the grounds. Which were beautiful and very welcoming. Our server was a young lady that had not much of a personality and lack of enthusiasm for the wine or the winery. The wine was ok. We did notice that unlike other wineries, there was no talk of joining their membership. Not sure that was their policy or the server's lack of participation. No need to go back! I strongly suggest that you find another spot. read more

Buena Vista Winery - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Sonoma, California

Such a cool place! Came here for a team event, and everyone loved it. So much history, old architecture, gorgeous landscaping, and lots of wines to try and choose from. Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and engaging - with a great sense of humor on top. 10/10! read more

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Our reservation was at 10:30 and we seated early. The location is beautiful, plenty of seating in the shade. Our host, Chelsea, was very friendly and enthusiastic about the wine. We enjoyed the entire tasting, we both chose the Reserve Tasting Experience. This is our second day in wine country, our fourth tasting, and Buena Vista is in our top two by far. read more

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We really enjoyed our visit to this classic Winery. Book a private showing in advance. It is very relaxing and enjoyable. read more

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Went to the winery for the first time and honestly really enjoyed it. We booked a last-minute reservation on their website and it was completely painless. Super easy process and check-in as well. From what I saw, there were two main histoic buildings and both had a lot of character. The older architecture and stone details gave it taht classic wine country feel without trying too hard. There was plenty of seating and the space felt open and comfortable. The wine lineup was solid and well curated. They're known for their reds, but I lean more toward the whites and still found a good variety to enjoy. What stood out most for me was the special guided tour our Sommelier done for us. I loved seeing the antiques and hearing about the history behind the buildings and how the winery came to be. It made the whole experience feel more meaningful instead of just going in for a tasting and leaving. I didn't leave with bottles this time, but I genuinely enjoyed the experience and everything I learned. Definitely will be back! Also there are some really nice antique stores very close by, so it's easy to make a whole afternoon out of it. read more

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Milli was so knowledgeable and generous. She made our wine tasting experience so fun! I recommend that everyone request her

Buena Vista is one of our go to wineries in the Bay Area. We're members and love coming here in every season, especially summer. The property is beautiful with tons of indoor-outdoor seating, both upstairs and downstairs, plus tables scattered around the vines so you can always find a spot for your liking! It's technically family-friendly, but honestly, I wouldn't bring kids. They get loud and this place deserves a calmer vibe. Dogs, on the other hand, are always welcome and we're very much team fur babies The tastings are solid with a strong red wine lineup. I lean more toward whites and they always deliver. Their blanc de Blanc and the rosé champagne are favorites, and sometimes they pour their classic champagne too. We almost always leave with a few bottles, especially their Sheriff and their chardonnay ‍ really hard to resist!! Oh and their service is great, sommeliers know their stuff (special shout out to Cade), and the overall experience never disappoints. Highly recommend read more

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As members of Buena Vista Winery, we visit often and always enjoy our time there -- but I wanted to give a special shoutout to Millie! On our last visit, I accidentally left my dogs' bandanas on the table. When I came back to pick them up, Millie had held onto them and greeted me with such warmth and kindness. As members, it's that kind of attentiveness and genuine care that keeps us coming back. Millie is a true asset to the team. Thank you! read more

Buena Vista Winery - Georgie and Selena heading home from Buena Vista. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Sonoma, California

There's no there, there. Well, perhaps that's harsh. While being one of the oldest wineries in California, it's not the oldest "continuously operating" in that the winery failed, the founder fled to south America to escape creditors in the late 1800s, and it bounced from owner to owner to Church to State before being reestablished in the 40's. It's nice to see it restored and in operation as a testament to winemaking in the region and the grounds and historic buildings are nice. You will however find a "machine" and in particular not the vibe that Sonoma and the north Coast has come to represent, at least to me. Our tasting was in the "Bubble Bar" and its vibe meshes with the current owner's Bond villain persona. Some varietals (the Russian River Pinot) were noteworthy but in general, meh. It's worth a pass, then again it may be your kind of thing. Caveat Emptor read more

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Enjoyed the surroundings and all the signs about the history of the place. Wine tasting that Vasilly gave was fun and informative. Had a problem when got home with tracking my wine order which was to be shipped to my home in GA. The online person was very helpful. They ship via a temperature controlled truck to a FedEx near me which then delivers to me. Wow. What great service at no extra charge! read more

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We had an amazing time here earlier this month! The service was excellent (attentive without being overbearing), and there was a ton of variety in what we tasted (with a group of eight that was much needed!). Do ask about the story of the naming of the wines! I would certainly recommend for most occasions-- the grounds and property is beautiful and you can easily spend an entire afternoon here. read more

What a great experience Buena Vista Winery gave to my friends and I. Our first time wine tasting, and it was a great one at that! Our server, Mary, was so kind and so knowledgeable about all of the wines and the winery's fascinating history. A beautiful place to drink a lot of wine! read more

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Last time we were here was in 2018 and we sat outside. This time we did a sparkling wine/ champagne tasting in the Bubble Lounge. What a fabulous spot. Joan was our wine steward and she was great, fun and kind. So many beautiful spaces on the estate inside and out. The Lounge would be a great space for a Birthday party or bachelorette party. Wine tasted great. It's a little off the beaten track, but worth it read more

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What an experience! I was truly impressed with the time spent here. The scenic views and stellar service provided surpassed all expectations. Brandon dazzled us with the wealth of knowledge he shared. Surrounded in the beauty of the grounds, we started with a sampling of Haraszthy, Sparkling Rosé of Zinfandel as he shared the story of how its name came from the gentleman credited with bringing the first Zinfandel vines to California. We proceeded forward with the Private Reserve Tasting flight. Finally, we ended with a sampling of The Captain from the Founder's Collection. This is an experience that I won't soon forget. I look forward to returning for another visit when in the area. read more

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Great winery! We came for a champagne tasting and ended up doing a wine tasting too! LOL. It's a beautiful place, and the staff is incredible. Our sommelier was a young man and so knowledgeable. He made it a joy! I'm sorry I didn't catch his name. We toured the winery, the caves, etc. As we left, the sun was setting into a beautiful hue. BTW, if you need accessible help, as my husband does, they have golf carts to pick you up and take you back and forth from the parking lot to the winery. We didn't know this ahead of time, and as I was getting our car to pick up my husband, a gentleman drove up in a golf cart and asked him if he needed a ride. So kind!! We had a wonderful time at Buena Vista Winery. Such an amazing experience! read more

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Five stars for the tasting, ambiance, and experience! Our server was knowledgeable and friendly, and the entire staff treated our dog like a little prince. We all felt right at home doing the sit-down full tasting experience, and the charcuterie board was tasty and plentiful as well. The grounds are beautiful, I only wish we'd had a bit more time to wander around afterward. Next time we'll account for that! read more

Buena Vista Winery - Walkway to the main grounds, very dog friendly! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Sonoma, California

Located in Sonoma, what a cute, historical winery. It has so much french charm. If you come here and don't like it, something is wrong with you. Members tasting room is upstairs, lounge style with plush french louis type couches and chairs. There are also indoor and outdoor tasting areas. For your entertainment, a plant maze. I don't know if I described it correctly. The reds were very good and I came home with a bottle of Cab Sauv. Will come again! read more

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Outstanding grounds, especially beautiful in the fall! The holiday decor made the chalet feel warm and cozy. Family friendly spot. The tasting experience was excellent. Our server went above and beyond to make our experience special. Recommend the Rutherford Cabernet! read more

Had such a great time celebrating my birthday here! Cedar is a great host!!! I didn't know if I wanted to do a tasting or order by glass and we decided on by glass so that I could pick and choose what I like, plus, larger pours! We didn't plan in advance enough to book a tour but was able to walk around a do a tiny bit of self guiding. After some walking we went back to the tasting room for more wine and charcuterie. Yum! We had glasses of the sheriff, petit syrah, and I think a pinot noir. Left with a bottle of the Sheriff so excited to enjoy it at home. The property is beautiful and soooo large! Lots to explore and take so many beautiful photos! Thank you again Cedar for an incredible experience. We'll have to come visit again read more

What a beautiful winery this is and my pictures don't do any justice. This was my first time here visiting this winery. As we walked up to the winery I noticed all the beautiful trees and greenery leading to the property. I felt like I was in another place on vacation. The winery has a maze to left walking up to the property that you can go into to have some fun. They have lots of seating inside and out. You also should make a reservation if you plan on visiting. We met a sweet lady named Mili. She had amazing customer service and was very knowledgeable about the wine and the property. If you decide to go you should ask for her. She will make your experience unforgettable. I'm not sure if they do food or not but there are places near by that you can go for lunch or dinner. This winery will not disappoint. It's one of my favorites and can't wait to go back. This winery has a lot of history behind it. read more

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I'm a champs lover and came for the bubbles tasting in the bubbles lounge. At first I was very hesitant that I would be wasting $60 p.p. for the tasting as that's awful pricey IMO. But I feel I got my moneys worth, with one caveat. They typically serve two sparkling and two champagnes (yes, from France) and their regular champs was still on the boat on its way to the US. So I feel that the price should be reduced as it's not the same with three lower priced sparkling and one champs. They did have a brut rose option which was good, but I was hoping to try the regular style. Millie, our server was the best and most inviting. It was a sunny day and almost wished we were outside enjoying it, but my seating was much more comfortable. I toured the entire building, where the bubbles lounge is located. They have a lot of great event space. I did not see what the regular tasting building looked like but will be back to check it out, along with the gift shop we forgot about! What a treat to see the barrels of wine and the souvenirs collected by the owners. The wine club includes a ton of wineries in Napa. worth joining if I knew we'd be back for the comp tastings at so many other great options. I would go back and do the same tasting again, preferably with two champs. What a nice surprise for such a big wine brand/house. read more

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The walk from the parking lot to the tasting room and other facilities is a lovely, ancient tree-lined road with historical information along the way. The tasting room is elegant and staffed by highly personable and knowledgeable individuals, serving high quality products. I highly recommend the experience. read more

I've done a lot of wine tasting tour over the years and I'm happy to say it's my best experience today at Buena Vista Winery. Michael, the Tourguide gave us thorough history of the founder of the winery as well as education of each wine we were tasting. We must have tried at least 6 kinds of different wine and I enjoy all of them! Members of the club can enjoy free tour and bring guests. They have wine sale twice a year which is a great time to stock up some favorites. Definitely worth to be a member here! You can make reservation online for tasting. Besides tasting or the tour, you can bring your own food to have picnic here. Definitely fun to hangout here! read more

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The four of us did a wine tour and had a great time. Most of the wines we liked. We bought a few bottles. Glad we did the tour, but most likely wouldn't do it again. Lots of great photo op's around the grounds (swing, picture frames, etc) which was fun. read more

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Mili was the best!!! You must have her when you go for your tasting. The property was beautiful and we had a great tour too!! The best stop for your girls trip read more

Saved the BEST for last! This was our final stop of the day but it was absolutely the best one. We weren't interested in the wine tour itself because we wanted to try and get to as many places as we could but we ended up with one anyway, but a private one where we got to see all the special rooms/areas without having to keep up with the other groups. Millie was our waitress and service was top tier! We also got to talk to a lot of other patrons there compared to the other places we previously stopped at-- maybe it was the wine or maybe it was just the comforting feeling we all had while being there. It was a beautiful venue; the cave where they kept the barrels was remarkable! We didn't order any food but the wines we tried were all at the top of the list-- again all whites and sparkling. We are definitely going back again for the tour next time. Spent $310 for 4; worth every penny! read more

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Brandon our wine educator was very nice knowledgeable. We did the private tasting because we came with a member and he explained all the wines well. I'm not usually a chardonnay fan but theirs was really good. They give you about 5 to 6 different wines to try. They were all very good. The area where they do the private tasting is really nice and looks so fancy with so much red velvet. read more

If you've never been here, you should come check it out and try their wine while you're there! The place is historic and beautiful... Lots of amazing architecture and great folks to explain it. Our tasting was really nice too, their wines were really good. Plenty of nice, shaded places to sit & sip outside, but also places inside. If you're able, go into the large building at the end of the circular patio, past the fountain and check out the caves! I'd highly recommend visiting Buena Vista Vineyards! read more

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I've been to many wineries and consider myself a bubbles snob. I've traveled to Champagne, France and experienced some truly exceptional tastings. Living in the Bay Area, I'm fortunate to be within an hour of Napa, Sonoma, Calistoga, and Livermore, and I've also visited Temecula. With that said, Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma truly stood out. We visited on 1/1/26 on a rainy day, which made the experience feel even more special. There's a beautiful walking path leading to the first tasting room, and from the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed. We were guided further down the path toward the caves and told to look for a curtain, behind it was the Bubble Lounge. It was incredible. Our wine host, Acacia, was wonderful. We tasted a wide range of outstanding sparkling wines, including two from Champagne, France, which immediately elevated the experience. Each pour felt thoughtful and well-curated. We also met Don, who was an absolute highlight. He shared stories about the winery and his family, adding depth and warmth to the visit. We explored the caves, which are charming and lead to multiple rooms you can wander through. The barrels throughout are fully functioning and add to the authenticity. The winery spans three stories, each featuring different artwork. The top floor is ADA accessible via elevator and includes a room with vintage grape-picking tools and a large table draped in red velvet, such a unique touch. The main building is also beautiful, with two stories and plush velvet seating. We didn't dine here, but we enjoyed plenty of bubbles. Don and Acacia, we'll be back, and we'll tip in cash, before we start drinking. This was the best winery experience I've had in Sonoma so far. read more

Just an amazing wine tasting and tour on their estate! Millie was so interesting in sharing history and the wine tasting experiences! Enjoyed the Bubble Lounge and Cave of Curiosity! The reserve wine was outstanding! Had to bring back the Captain Wine!! Highly recommend a tasting and tour!! read more

We're proud members of Buena Vista Winery and absolutely love every visit there--especially because we always request Antoine, who makes the experience truly unforgettable with his knowledge and friendly charm. Everyone at Buena Vista is so pleasant and welcoming, which makes the whole visit feel warm and special. The winery itself is breathtakingly beautiful, nestled in Sonoma's rolling hills with stunning views and elegant, historic architecture. My favorite bottle by far is The Sheriff--it's a standout that never disappoints. One of the highlights of Buena Vista is the champagne room tucked away in the back cave; it's an intimate, elegant space that's simply to die for. There's also a striking red room and several other unique tasting areas, each with its own distinct vibe. Plus, the charcuterie they serve is absolutely delicious--perfectly paired with their wines to complete the experience. The combination of the gorgeous setting, wonderful people, and incredible wines always makes every visit to Buena Vista Winery an experience we look forward to. read more

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The Aristocrat tasting: a fantastic atmosphere with a personalized wine tasting experience. Brandon provides an outstanding service of wine pairings with foods and descriptions. Easy, pressure free experience of socializing and enjoying the wine. The hand selected Charcuterie board is including with the wine tasting. The experience of the full service barrel tasting room is outstanding. Brandon took us on a full tour of the barrel house and wine storage caves (you can even see the pick axe marks!). Our whole group (of 8) was brought in to see the barrels, the fermentation areas, the museum, and the collection of Jean Charles Boisset's special decanters. This is an eccentric experience that is catered for the consumer's enjoyment. No doubt, an endeavor for aristocrats and wine partisans alike! read more

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Waited long. The hostress had us waited for 20 minutes and told us she was trapped in conversations. She poured much much less wine than any other person from any winery we have been too. Barely enough to cover the bottom -- 2 sips. read more

Picturesque escape with great wine. Even better? No cell service so you can really disconnect. Be sure to leave plenty of time to walk the grounds and check out the museum. read more

Buena Vista Winery - Origin Wine cellar at the oldest winery in the area - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Sonoma, California

Turns out this is the oldest winery in California. The story of the founder and his life added to the tour. Our guide was Brandon, he has a great personality for this with a lot of information and a great delivery. The tour included 6 tastings with a sample of images Pinot Noir to give perspective of the aging. The interiors of the buildings was great with the history showcased. The room we spend the most time in had the walls covered with old tools of the winery that really added some history and examples. read more

One of our favorite winery in Sonoma! Very nice and well kept property. You will do some walking from the parking lot to the tasting room. Wines are mostly flavorful and smooth. Their cabs are on the earthy side. We walked in on a Saturday around 1:30pm. It was busy! We were told that they weren't doing any wine tasting that day and that we either had to buy a bottle or a glass of wine. But it was fine because we got to try out some splashes before we committed to a glass. We liked it much better since we could taste wines at a faster pace. Wines were about $16 per glass after tax. The tasting fee would've been $25 at the stand up bar or $35 for seated outdoor. 2019 Carneros Pinot noir - good 2023 counts pinot Gris - not bad 2022 sheriff of Buena red blend - good 2022 private reserve Zinfandel - not good 2023 private Reserve Chardonnay - good 2019 yountville cab - earthy, smooth 2021 private Reserve cab- earthy, smooth read more

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