Absolutely wonderful! A world-class honored tasting room at Saralee's Vineyard, terrific wines,…read moreand customer service that goes beyond excellent. Even after moving from the Bay Area to the Central Coast, we continue to visit and stock premium La Crema wines. Our favorites are clearly the "Nine Barrel" Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The Kelli Ann Vineyard Chardonnay is right up there with our all-time favorites, year after year! If you're looking for a wine club (and we've been in dozens and dozens of them over the years), La Crema is the place to start. A special shout out to Madi for setting the bar high for wine club customer service!

Stopped in to see the grounds as haven't been here in around 30 years. My ex fiancé and I were the…read moreones who planted the full size redwood trees that we saved from being ripped apart when el rancho Tropicana in Santa Rosa was being demolished to make way for the new Costco shopping center on Santa Rosa ave. Boy the trees and grounds look great! Didn't have time to stay for the 35.00 wine tasting but sure looked amazing!

The ambiance and service at Bricoleur was SPECTACULAR! One of the last…read more wineries we visited on our trip and wish it was first! The entire experience was amazing. The wine was fantastic and the gourmet food was the perfect match. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and answers all our questions about taste and food that would complement the wines. The owner of the facility also stopped over and chatted with us. Definitely my first trip on the next visit to Napa & Sonoma.

We had reservations for the lunch and wine pairing on a weekday. We were the first to arrive…read more Employees were very helpful. We were shown to our table and they offered us some time to walk the grounds, garden and view the lake. They said we could spend more time after lunch, viewing the rest of the property. The garden was beautiful. Lots of herbs and flowers, with labels. The restaurant itself was gorgeous. Wood. High ceilings. Nice decor. Our server seemed pretty new. He made a few errors throughout, but that did not significantly deter from our experience. It was really neat that the chef came out with every pairing and explained each course. We never felt rushed. There was plenty of wine. The food was exquisite. We ended up buying a few bottles of wine and even though I filled out the shipping information and told the server my preferred vendor was ups over FedEx because I have an account - he managed to bring our bottles of wine all bagged up, to our table. Yikes. We were curious about the pizza oven upon arrival. We saw it and hoped for pizza but they did not have that on the lunch pairing menu. So after we finished our scheduled lunch, it was pretty slow there, so we asked if we could stay and order more food. Our server brought the menu for us (after our third request) and we ordered a pizza and the fries which basically stated on the menu that they were the best fries you've ever had. Well, I can attest that they are not. Yes, they are shoestring fries for you lovers out there. But also, they're not a step too far from McDonald's. So that's all. Not the best of my life. Not life changing. Just like McDonald's. But the pizza was good. Unfortunately I had asked if it was red sauce and was given a yes answer. But you can see the pizza doesn't have any red sauce on it at all. I probably would've ordered a different one, if I was properly informed. Also, I asked for no balsamic glaze and of course it came with balsamic glaze. Yet another error. Whatever. I'm not sure what's up with people who swear by balsamic? Keep it off my bruschetta, it doesn't belong there. And don't put it on Brussels sprouts either. Yuck. Too much sugar and it's not necessary. On the pizza, it was fine, but not my preference. But it probably saved the pizza because there a was NO SAUCE. Anyhow- their little gift shop area is super cute and I perused the items. Also- they have a shelf of board games! How fun! It would be great to come by, get some light bites, a ton of wine, and play games and take a walk to enjoy the property. It's such a gorgeous place. I would recommend this place. The lunch and wine pairing was expensive, but the food was superior quality. The wine here is great. We did not become members but I can see why people do. Their Sauvignon blanc was one of my faves, so that was two of the bottles we purchased. Our order was eventually packaged and sent to us, via FedEx, not UPS, and was in good shape upon arrival.

Absolutely wonderful winery tasting room. I will always rave about dog friendly places and this is…read more100% that place in Sonoma area. Great wines, great friendly service, and you're supporting local business. Will definitely stop by again and will tell all my dog lover friends this is a must visit when visiting santa rose/sonoma! Dog charcuterie boards 1000% positive review from a picky dog!!

It's a great place to bring your doggies. Very dog friendly with lots of dog themed merchandise for…read moresale. The wine was tasty and the service was very fun and engaging. We loved the experience.

This was our first stop on a wine tour and it was our least favorite. I'm all about the experience…read moreand unfortunately on this day the experience was missing. We were seated poured wine told the name of the wine and that was it. I would have loved the story about the wine history and taste. I also don't want to have to use a stinky porta potty either. Note there are no bathrooms just a outdoor porta potty.

Steve and Sher hit a vino homerun with their little gem of a winery. Located on a country back road…read morebehind the airport sets this hidden star. Red wine is dominant...but...the Chardonnay is stellar too. Steve's history as a vineyard manager lends to his wine making philosophy. Sher has her love for horses evident with her corrals and training facilities here. Two very genuine and real deal people producing fantastic vintages...Call for an appointment...You won't be disappointed! The secret is out! Oh...Steve is a blacksmith as well offering up classes plus the opportunity to purchase a few pretty cool pieces like wine openers and such. Cheers!

My wife and I had a wonderful time here. The young lady serving us made us feel welcome from the…read morestart with a warm smile. We enjoyed a chardonnay and pinot noir, both excellent! We also shared a beautiful charcuterie board. Great vibe.

Ava was welcoming as soon as I walked in. She quickly gave me the lay of the land (I walked in…read moreduring Happy Hour, of which glasses are $10 each.) Being a first time patron I opted for the House Wine Flight and charcuterie, so that I could get a little taste of everything. The charcuterie had salami, duck breast, 2 cheeses, nuts, prosciutto and olives/peppers. I'd definitely order this again... a nice smokey duck breast with any glass of wine is fine by me! While I enjoyed each of the wines I tried (Sauvignon blanc, Rose, Chardonnay, Pinot noir, Syrah and Malbec), I don't know that any one style screamed out at me more than the next. The Sauvignon and Rose were probably the two more at the top for me. I look forward to not only checking out this cute town again, but also spending some time at Baldassari to see what else they have to offer!

Pulling into their driveway, you get to see the rolling hills the property sits on surrounded by…read morevineyards. I made reservations for two adults and two young teenagers on a Tuesday morning and were the first guests to arrive that day. We were greeted with a welcome glass and were told they were setting up our table. That gave us enough time to do a couple of selfies and within minutes, we were escorted inside. Season Leef was our host/wine ambassador that morning and we loved her energy, attention to detail and how she treated us like we were members of the MacRostie Winery/family. She was more about understanding our palettes and pouring us what we gravitated towards to showcase the vast portfolio Heidi (winemaker) has been able to produce. Usually not a fan of Chardonnays but it was a neat experience tasting different variables and how each one is slightly different. We know we like Pinot Noirs so when we started diving into the reds, thats when we started figuring out what we liked. Ended up purchasing a bottle of their 2022 Nightwing Vineyard 828 Clone Pinot Noir :chefkiss: My two young teens are used to being at wineries with us so they're pretty good about keeping themselves occupied on their own (even with out devices). But, I really appreciated that Season brought over some paper and a pack of markers for them since they both still like to draw. Plus, we had a couple of good sessions of tic tac toe while we sipped and took our time. We had a great experience here thanks to Season! Seeing that they're dog friendly, we'll bring our 4 legged family member next time.

I gotta say, MacRostie Winery Estate House in Sonoma is super stunning and fancy! The decor is…read moretotally elevate and the whole place just looks so expensive and nice. I forgot the exact experience that we chose, but it was $75 for each with wine and food included. You will get 4 wine tastings, for us it was 2 reds and 2 whites, and a charcuterie plate with cheese, salami, and seasonal fruits and crackers. Wine quality was great. The white wines had a clean and crisp taste with that bright acidity and mineral finish. The reds had a very deep grapefruit aromatic and earthy undertone. After we've done with wine tasting, they gave us a free piece of dark chocolate (super yummy) at the end for palate cleanser. Our server was really knowledgeable and attentive though, so service was nice. Overall a great spot if you stay cool! But okay, few things to watch out for. Make sure you make a reservation in advance cuz they were packed (reservations needed prepayment). Even though we had one, we still had to wait like 20 minutes before our table was ready. Also, definitely ask to sit inside in the summer!! We sat outside and there is no AC, it was so hot we couldn't fully enjoy the graveyard view, it's way too sweaty for the summer.

Charming Boutique Winery! GRACIEANNA is a hidden gem near…read moreForestville with a beautiful area to enjoy a tasting right next to the vineyard. The Chardonnay was fantastic, and their reds were just as impressive. Fernando, a hospitality director, took extra time to walk us through some of the vineyard's workings--super informative and appreciated. Entire team was very attentive. Beautiful setting, great wines, and warm hospitality. Highly recommend!

Great walk-in experience with our dogs on their patio next to the vineyard. The staff, especially…read moretasting room manager Roberto, was very welcoming & knowledgeable. Roberto went above and beyond to understand us as customers, which is rare with even the best service. Oh, and the wines are wonderful - not to be missed! While many of their grapes are sourced from outside the Russian River AVA, their estate pinot is excellent.

Notre Vue is one of those places that makes you fall in love with wine country all over again. The…read moreviews are honestly some of the best you'll find anywhere, endless vineyards, rolling hills, and a peaceful beauty that's hard to beat. It's the kind of scenery you could sit with for hours and never get tired of. What really sets Notre Vue apart, though, is the people. The owner and staff make you feel like family from the moment you arrive. They are welcoming, kind, and truly passionate about sharing their space. On top of the incredible wine, they have so much to offer, from beautiful tasting areas to a relaxed, thoughtful experience that feels both special and comfortable. A true gem in Sonoma County and always worth the visit.

I have visited this winery on several occasions & have always been pleased with the beautiful…read moreproperly. Through April 19 this winery is offering a complementary tasting for 2 so we took advantage of it as my friend had never been there. I was happy that we were able to bring in a few little snacks of our own. Someone wineries do not allow that. Jen was our server and was quite hospitable- she allowed my friend and I to choose where we'd like to sit and thank goodness there's a big canopy because rain was threatening any moment. We ended up tasting about six wines, which I thought was impressive. Both of our favorites were the Brut bubbles and the Zinfandel from Russian River Valley. The views are spectacular from here. I've only been in the summer before, so we sat outside on the deck overlooking the property. The bathrooms are close by and quite clean. As there's been a lot of rain lately, the mile .4 drive up to the top of the wine tasting area was extremely muddy. However, I didn't realize how muddy until we sat down and noticed mud on our pants I suppose from getting out of my car. When I arrived home, I could not believe how much mud was on the side of my car, my tires & my wheel wells. Perhaps the owners could put some more gravel down? I do know that I wouldn't drive up this road in the future after it's been rainy. But all in all a delightful experience. In the past, I've used the hiking trails, which are really nice. However, you need to be a club member to do so and I was with someone who belonged to their wine club. As we've had rain on and off the last few days. I expected some mud but I will say the 1.4 mile drive to the top of the winery was extremely muddy. We didn't notice until we sat down that we had mud on our pants.

What a great experience at KJ during the MLK long weekend. We walked into the tasting room and…read morewere seated (not crowded) without a reservation. I am only familiar with grocery store KJ wines and visiting the Santa Rosa headquarters changed my opinion. Our host was wonderful at explaining the wines, varieties, and AVAs. Walking the grounds was a nice segue in between tastings. KJ earned a new club member!

Came with a group of 5 for a bachelorette party and a wonderful time. The grounds are beautiful,…read morelots of opportunities for photos and have ample seating for larger groups. We did a side by side tasting which was a fun experience. Our server was knowledgeable about the wine and answered all our questions. We also ordered a pizza, charcuterie board and truffle fries. The pizza was delicious had fantastic flavor and the fries were nicely seasoned and crunchy. The charcuterie had lots of variety, but I do wish our server would have explained what each cheese was and the different elements on the board. Overall we had a good time, but felt like we were forgotten about a bit from the time we sat down to when we ordered.

We had an early tasting/pairing... this was our last stop before heading to Tahoe. OMG the wines…read moreand pairings done by the chef....unbelievable... staff was awesome, property simply beautiful. we also became a member and we are already back home and received our shipment....

Absolutely lovely grounds and wonderful wines. We had the best wine experience and enjoyed a…read moredelicious charcuterie board created by their in house chef. Do not skip this winery!