Obsidian Ridge Winery has been one of our favorite wineries for years, and it continues to impress…read moreevery time we visit. We were first introduced to them back when they had their tasting room at Cornerstone Gardens in Sonoma. The setting there was incredibly welcoming--especially with our three young kids at the time--and between the atmosphere and the wines, we were hooked from the start. The wines are consistently outstanding. Their Lake County lineup really stands out, and the Volcanic Estate Cabernet has been a go-to in our house for years--it's always been reasonably priced and somehow overdelivers every single time we open a bottle. On the other end of the spectrum, the Half Mile is more of a special occasion wine for us, and it never disappoints. Winemaker Alex clearly knows what he's doing--his reds are fantastic across the board. The Cabernet, Petit Verdot, and Malbec from that volcanic Lake County fruit are bold, expressive, and incredibly well made. We've been wine club members for years now, which says a lot. Great wines, great people, and a place that's been part of our family's wine journey for a long time. Highly recommend.

Great location and wonderful service. Was not my favorite wine tasting, but it was still a pleasant…read moreexperience overall.

Hubs scheduled a wine tour in Napa & Sonoma Valley for 02.15.25, and what a beautiful experience…read more The weather was cool, and brisk, the su was shining & the wine was phenomenal!!! I'd say this was a perfect day They put us in small groups, there were five in our group. I believe our wine aficionado was - Amy....please forgive me if the name is wrong. However, she was super engaging, very enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable. The winery is beautifully decorated with picturesque views from every corner....and the wines sampled were all delectable!

Visited on Tuesday July 1 as part of a wine country tour. The countryside here is very beautiful…read moreand it kind of reminds me of wine country in Catalonia, Espana. Met the gracious owner and a woman who worked there. I hit it off with both of them right away. The woman, sorry I forgot your name, is originally from Indiana. The tasting room and outdoor patio areas are beautiful. Once you begin the tastings you become very comfortable. Some wine is a great way to break the ice with people you just met that day on the tour. How was the wine? Great, every single pouring was very good. If you are visiting Sonoma keep this small winery, making very good wine, in mind when choosing wineries to visit. Many have this idea that wine is only for pretentious people which is just not so. Wine is for everyone. This sort of mentality is much more apparent in other parts of the world. In Mediterranean counties wine is so common that it rivals the price of bottled water in the grocery store. Don't know much about wine? No, problem there are plenty of wineries and plenty of books that can educate you. Everyone has to start somewhere. People are not born with this innate wine wisdom. And even if you so happen to be on a tour with pretentious people don't worry because chances are you will probably never see them again. My group included people from Argentina and Columbia and the chance of ever running into them again are very slim; even in their own countries, unless you exchange information with them because you would like to see them again. The wine market around the world is currently experiencing a contracting demographic. Folks nothing goes better with pristine seafood or a wagu steak then a nice glass of wine. Wine is for everyone, get out there and start learning, the wine market needs you.

We enjoyed the Sip and Soar Package at Sangiacomo Family Wines. Unfortunately our hot air balloon…read moreride had to be rescheduled with Sonoma Ballooning, although we were expecting this due to the weather and are looking forward to rescheduling this at a later date. We were so grateful to still be able to experience our wine tasting here. Leane reached out to us prior to our visit and let us know what to expect on the day of our tasting and asked if we had any dietary restrictions. The hospitality at Sangiacomo Family Wines is one of the many things that makes this wine tasting experience extra special. We were warmly welcomed by our wine tasting host and educator, Vlada, as soon as we arrived. We enjoyed a splash of Sauvignon Blanc that was amazing. Everyone that works here was so friendly and welcoming. Along the visit, you will see a collection of other wine labels from other wineries in Sonoma County and Napa Valley that get their wines from Sangiacomo vineyards. The amount of different wineries that get their fruit from Sangiacomo vineyards is impressive. Before being seated, we soaked in the stunning views of their vineyards on the property. We enjoyed a delicious spread of pastries, cheeses, and charcuterie, which we enjoyed as part of our visit. This winery is known for their exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Everything we sipped was absolutely amazing, and we loved all the wines we tried. Vlada was an exceptional host and we learned so much about this winery. We learned that this is a family owned winery that started out as a pear farm. It changed to a winery and love that it has remained a family owned winery over the years. Our tasting was cozy and we loved all the festive decor. The property has rustic trucks and a tractor on the property that they decorate during the different seasons. We were blown away by how much we loved all of their wines. We purchased a few bottles of wines to enjoy at a later date. An all around exceptional wine experience in Sonoma! Highly recommend to all!

Great spot! Very friendly staff and fantastic wines! Beautiful patio with incredible views too.read more

I can honestly say this was probably the BEST winery experience I've had in wine country. I've done…read morea few wine tastings around the area and nothing compared to this! My girls and I went for my best friend's birthday and we honestly had such a wonderful time. When you call and inquire they tell you that non-members can only book on weekdays, so my girls and I made a reservation on a Friday. You pay up front for the total amount of people, which also includes tax and service tip, so when you arrive on the day of your reservation, no payment whatsoever is needed! It was $85, and with tax and service fee it came out to $111 each. When my girls and I arrived, we were greeted by a host named, Justin. She was immensely warm and inviting, basically sunshine in a person, and made us feel so welcome and comfortable!! She poured us a welcome glass of rose, and my girls and I were able to walk around the property (which was truly stunning) with our glasses. When we were seated, we were served rosemary almonds, and our server came up and introduced the history of the venue, as well as the menu, and wine. The menu was set, and it was absolutely incredible. This was the first time I felt as though this experience included an actual MEAL rather than an array of small bites or a small charcuterie platter: 1. fried olives 2. tomatoes and cucumbers with whipped feta (MY FAVORITE) 3. Prosciutto, melon and basil 4. Braised butterbeans with SCRIBE olive oil 5. House-made flatbread (so delicious) The wine was amazing, of course. We received about 4 glasses of 3 oz pours, which was enough for us. The Chardonnay was definitely my favorite. If you're ever in the Sonoma area, I HIGHLY recommend making a reservation you honestly WILL NOT REGRET IT.

The nicest people all around, Scribe was so visually stunning that even on a cold day, you…read morepreferred to sit outside to enjoy the views. We were sat promptly with a pour in hand already, and had a gorgeous view of the lemon trees and property. I cant remember our hosts name but she was super sweet, never pushy in us buying anything or liking anything. They brought out multiple blankets for us for the chilly weather and we waited about 10 minutes after being sat to get our snacks. The food was all so fresh, with lots of great flavor but also feeling healthy- we particularly loved the arancini and the bread with oil. The wines were all tasty but honestly, not as memorable as the views/staff/food- I think this winery is definitely worth a visit for those elements alone. I think the light red was probably my favorite but would be back for more food honestly :)

Friendliest people. Cool story/history. Local wine that's beginning to age in really cool ways. The…read morelineman is to go to blend but every new release has me questioning because there's some great stuff! This is a great place to chill and I believe they're dog friendly. Bring your own snacks!

I LOVE three fat guys (ok out of context that is such a wild thing to type). We've been talking…read moreabout this place ever since we first visited back in the COVID times. Our most recent visit was on a rainy day, but with their patio set-up, we were still able to sit outside which was really nice for us coming from constantly cold Chicago. Everyone who works here is incredibly passionate about the story behind the wine, as well as the wine. I loved talking to the staff about the different wines and being able to hear fun facts. There's a ton of different seating outside- the inside is pretty small, but don't let that fool you. there is plenty of space for everyone here. While we opted for the tasting, as we haven't been here in several years, if you're looking to just get a glass- do yourself a favor and try the chardonnay.

Our visit to Hudson Ranch was the absolute highlight of our trip! A huge thank you to Jesus, who…read morewas an amazing host he was so much fun to spend time with and shared so much fascinating information about the property's history and operations. The grounds here are simply stunning. We loved exploring everything from the intricate succulent gardens to seeing the sheep grazing near the beautiful lake. It feels like a true, thriving ecosystem rather than just a tasting room. Beyond the scenery, the products are top-tier. Their olive oil was really good, so fresh and flavorful. So happy to go home with a bottle of TiTi's Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a bottle of their 2023 Syrah. If you want a high-end experience that feels authentic and grounded, this is the place to go!

Such a great experience. We were caught a bit off guard by how stylish the facility is. We were…read moreexpecting something folksier but it was cool and modern. Mark took great care of us. He was knowledgeable and friendly with no "hard sell." We turned down a tour of the gardens due to my wife's allergies but it looked amazing. The wines, as expected were divine. Hudson sells Chardonnay to Kistler and other heavy hitters so we expected that to be world class but we walked out with cab franc and Syrah as well. One thing, the signage from the road is almost nonexistent. Trust your GPS. There's a phone at the gate. Call and they'll drop the chain so you can drive in.

We visited the winery on April 9th 2026. My wife and I were excited to share the winery with our…read morefriends and family only to be disappointed by the lack of attentiveness and dismissiveness by our server Jo. She was too busy talking with her coworkers. As being wine club members since 2013 we were truly saddened by the lackluster wine tasting experience. Since moving to the east coast this was our first visit back to the winery since 2018. We are wine club members to multiple other wineries and have a good understanding of how you should be treated. Knowing that there are an abundance of other wine club membership options GunBun should pay attention to their wine club members and make sure they have a wonderful experience. We cancelled our membership based on this experience.

Gundlach Bundschu is the winery that's hard to say but has good wine. They offer tastings, wines…read moreby the glass (or bottle) and memberships. We visited on an early Spring Saturday afternoon close to closing time but we never felt rushed. We opted for a glass of wine, and I was excited for such a generous pour. We all ordered different wines and we all enjoyed them. There are many picnic tables with umbrellas. We were told the tables were for tastings, and the area up a hill was for guests who did not order tastings. The scenery stole the show, it was gorgeous.

First time I came here, Jake was working and he told the beautiful story about the firefighters…read morevineyard who makes the Rosé and I fell in love with it! Second time we met the owners and they were the most kind hearted people and met an older gentleman who told us the story of how he invented Pepper Jack Cheese!!! Then today we came in and finally did their tasting with their me membership and and Olivia described each wine with the most colorful names! I'm obsessed with this place, every time I visit NorCal I make it a point to come visit!

Acacia at Buena Vista Winery recommended we head over to Capo Isetta, a newer local wine bar that…read morestays open until 10pm, and I'm so glad we did. The owner, Bill, immediately won us over. If this is what Sonoma grandpas are like, we want to meet more of them. Mr. Bill has the kindest spirit, light, joyful, welcoming, and genuinely present with everyone. That energy truly set the tone for the night. There were two bartenders working as well, and they were just as personable and down-to-earth. Our glasses never went empty. While they don't have bar snacks yet, the sense of community was real, people around the bar were happily sharing Trader Joe's snacks, which honestly added to the charm. The vibe here was incredible. Between the friendly crowd, comfortable seating, and bright, inviting lighting, it felt easy to settle in and stay awhile. I'll definitely be back, mainly to see Mr. Bill, but also to sip on some Chris Bubbles.

Great find in Sonoma for an afternoon of wine tasting. My wife and I love Pinot Noirs, so in doing…read moresome research, Patz & Hall Winery came up on quite a few searches. Glad we chose this winery. We had Grant take us through the history of the winery and a great tasting of the various Pinot's that Patz & Hall has to offer. We loved quite a few of them and came home with 4 bottles to enjoy at a later date. I would highly recommend Patz & Hall.

Patz & Hall produces some of the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to be found anywhere, period. The…read moretasting room is gorgeous with plenty of room inside and outside to relax and enjoy world class wine at your own pace. Several single vineyard Chardonnay's and Pinot Noirs are available to taste. The wine stewards are very knowledgeable and keep pace with your tasting cadence. Our experience was outstanding and our party of 4 purchased several bottles of wine. We look forward to a return visit sometime in the near future.

Great Customer service! I called a couple times bc we were worried about taking a trolley bc of…read moreweather forecast and almost cancelled. SO glad we did not! They are prepared w/ a Luxury black shuttle van. Paul (our driver) was so informative and so knowledgeable about the Sonoma and Napa History. I appreciate how they already had an itinerary planned out for the day. We visited 4 wineries which one had a wonderful farm to table lunch waiting for us (which this was included in ticket price) Each winery visited made us feel at home/great stories/great people and great wine waiting for us upon arrival! Wine tasting fees are addl around $35-40 per person. Our last winery visited Paul helped us to get TSA approved shipping boxes which wine got home safely! Wish we could've stayed longer at Buena Vista and Sangiacomo. Would highly recommend wine trolley/bus tour and felt ticket price was reasonable for having great service/knowledgeable driver/lunch for an all day tour.

We had a great time on the tour. Our small group got along well. Our guide, Richard, was…read moreknowledgeable and helpful throughout the day. Each winery was unique & provided excellent wine (& service).