When you are planning a visit to the Russian River Valley and want a unique experience counter to the typical 'Napa' trip, we highly recommend Jill Leone as your guide. As We researched different guides and tours we found Jill.. Jill listened to our requests, offered advice based on her incredible knowledge of the area and experience with the different wineries. She helped us plan an amazing experience that surpassed our expectations! The owners of the wineries respect her as she has built a reputation of reliability, respect and excellent knowledge. We enjoyed every moment with her and the experience was the best we've had in Sonoma and the Russian River area. And we have very high expectations! We highly recommend her and we will certainly only plan our visits With her as our guide! Thank you, Jill!!! Warmly, Judy and Earl read more

Jill is amazing! She picked two amazing vineries for our group to go wine tasting at. One was Capo Creek and this was a great experience we had he lunch and wine pairing for my sisters bachelorette party and everything was delicious! Next she took us to Cast and the view was absolutely gorgeous! Jill is entertaining and perfect for a girls tours or any tour really. She goes above and beyond to make sure the tour is comfortable from start to finish. She is very knowledgeable about the wine and all the work that goes into creating it. I highly suggest hiring Jill for your wine tour! read more

Amazing service and great attention to detail. I cannot say more. We were looking to find a Napa winery we would enjoy being associated with. Meeting the people who made the wines and getting to know them was important. She was able to set us up with a few great wineries. Not only did we find what we were looking for we also have a new friend in Napa. read more

My family and I had a great day with Jill in Napa. She's very knowledgable, conscientious and pulls out all the stops to give a great wine guide experience. I give her the highest recommendation. read more

What a fantastic tour! Jill planned a lovely day for myself, my dad, and my brother that included four wineries in the Alexander Valley. She was very communicative beforehand and took the time to find places that were suited to our tastes. Everywhere we went was wonderful, and even the drives were interesting because Jill is so personable and knowledgeable about the area and winemaking in general. It's clear that she made a lot of effort to learn about the wineries we visited and develop relationships with the people who own them. She also set up a food pairing for us at Capo Creek, and I'm still thinking about what we ate and drank there! I would definitely sign up for another tour with her - we talked about that experience the whole rest of the trip! read more

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Jill is an amazing wine tour guide! We were in Sonoma celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. Knowing it was such a special occasion, Jill greeted us at our hotel with a bottle of champagne and oj for mimosas! She took us to three fabulous wineries. Along the way, she shared with us her immense knowledge of wine and winemaking. We learned so much! I simply cannot rave about Jill enough...she is the best! Next time we plan a trip to California, she will be one of the first calls we will make! read more

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Jill stepped up for a last minute request and was able to get us into 4 different wineries. It was a great day with a great tour guide, very knowledgeable! read more

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We arranged a day with Jill taking us to a few wineries during our recent girls' trip. She was a great communicator and was right on time. Her vehicle was clean and spacious and she was a fantastic tour guide! She is enthusiastic and energetic and seems to enjoy helping her guests get the most out of their experience. Jill is knowledgeable about the area as well as the wine-making process and helped provide color throughout the day. We had a great experience with her and would gladly hire her again. read more

I purchased this tour for my wife and her best friend visiting from Scotland. This present turned out to be the biggest hit over 10 days of celebrating my wife's birthday. They raved about Jill's customer service skills. They raved about the big black, comfortable, super clean Suburban she drives. They raved about her knowledge of the Sonoma Wine scene. Their favorite stop was the Korbel Winery. I strongly recommend Leone Wine Tours if you want Excellence at a fair price. read more

Jill is fabulous! If you're looking to explore Alexander Valley or Sonoma Valley, she is exactly who you want to help pick wineries, drive you around and create a memorable experience. She was so kind and fun, and shared all sorts of neat facts throughout the day. Jill made our day of tours the best experience possible and we are so appreciative. read more

In the crazy year of 2020, Jill helped us plan a wonderful wine tour with the utmost confidence and flexibility! We visit Santa Rosa in October to celebrate my mom's 60th birthday. Our original plan was to visit Tuscany, but Covid had changed everything. Thanks to Jill, we were still able to celebrate deliciously! We started off with a group of 12 family and fiends. However, Jill was patient and flexible with us as the group whittled down to only 8 people. She was able to find three smaller wineries that could accommodate our preferences and group size - which is a hard thing to do in the Covid world! All winemakers wore masks and she was able to arrange private, outdoor tastings at each venue, where we could all social distance. It felt safe and fun! And as you may read, Jill arranges a mean picnic lunch! Ours consisted of a variety of meats & cheeses that paired perfectly with the wines! I would recommend Jill to anyone interested in touring and tasting wines of the area. She's knowledgeable about the grapes, the wine, and the people. Everything she arranges is so personalized and not like your standard group wine tour. We look forward to our next trip to Santa Rosa so we can tour more vineyards with Jill again! read more

Let me start by saying that Jill at Leone Wine Tours was incredibly accommodating and understanding. Our trip started out with 7-8 ladies 'committed' and ended up with just 3 of us. Jill was so great to work with, adjusting schedules as necessary. What I liked about most with this personalized tour was visiting smaller wineries who I would have never considered, but Jill has some great relationships with many of the local area wine makers and was able to customize our experience. She even setup an amazing pic-nik for us at one of the wineries. The best part was that I left with so many great wines I would not have even thought of experiencing. Thanks Jill - I look forward to another great tour the next time I make it to the west coast! read more

Wow!!!! What an experience!!! Jill is sooooo knowledgeable about wines, wine making, grapes, locations....etc. She took us to 3 absolutely perfect wineries and knew just what we were looking for!!! I would 100% recommend using her tours and would DEFINITELY book with her again in the future!!! Thanks Jill!!!!!! read more

Touring wine country with Jill was the highlight of our trip. Several months in advance, Jill talked us through our preferences and goals and chose wineries and experiences that blew us away. We especially loved the two, smaller family wineries she introduced us to where she clearly had a great relationship with some of the staff. We got a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process, history, and agriculture - so much more than your typical tasting room experience. Jill is highly knowledgeable, personable, and communicative. We cannot recommend Jill enough for her expertise and passion for wine country! read more

Had a fantastic tour from Jill on November 23. She took us to McKenzie-Mueller, Buena Vista and Bartholomew Wineries. She also set up a first-class lunch for us at Buena Vista and took us on a cave tour. On the way home, she gave us a drive-thru tour of Sonoma w/ great historical perspective. Jill is personable, genuine, honest and knowledgeable, what more can you ask for?! Thank you Jill for the best wine experience. My friends and I will spread the word! read more

Jill gave us a wine tour in Calistoga. She was quick to reply, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. She was prompt and after correspondence matching the days to our needs created a wonderful itinerary! She made reservations for us and picked wonderful spots! Her suburban was spotless and she provided beer and water. She even went out and got snacks for us during one of our tastings. I would recommend Jill to anyone looking for a driver and tour guide in wine country! We had a great time and loved the spots she chose. Thank you Jill! read more

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Jill does such an amazing job start to finish! Her attention to detail is unmatched as is her level of care for her clients. My best friend and I had a wonderful 2 day tour of wineries in Sonoma. Jill took us to hidden gems off the beaten path, placed we never would have found on our own. Such an amazing experience. We cannot wait to go back and tour with Jill again! read more

My girlfriends and I spent my birthday weekend February 26, 2016. Our itinerary, was personalized to our group of first time tasters and experienced tasters. We visited 4 wineries; Breathless Wines, deLorimier Winery, J.Rickards Winery, and Merriam Vineyards. All were very lovely, they all offered a perfect variety for our large group. Jill set up lunch for us at the deLorimier Winery, on the patio with the most gorgeous scenery in the backdrop. Jill offers exceptional service with attention to details. Our time with Jill was very seamless. We felt as if we had a friend driving us around. She is very knowledgeable of the wineries in the area, she will not take you anywhere she hasn't tried. Which I thought was fabulous. read more

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Jill was so helpful and catering to the itinerary we planned. She really made our experience the best it could be. Highly recommend!

had an incredible time!! we had Jill as a driver and she was so sweet and sincere. she tended to every need!! the best day with the best driver :) read more

Jill was the best tour guide my group and I could have asked for! She went above and beyond from the very beginning planning our itinerary to setting up a nice picnic for us and teaching us about the location and area. She made sure we had enough time at each winery to enjoy the tastings and explore the area. It was a pleasure and an honor getting to know Jill and I cannot thank her enough for making our wine tour an amazing experience! I highly recommend Jill for anyone looking to do a relaxed and fun wine tour. read more

Jill was everything you want in a tour operator in Napa. She is extremely knowledgeable about the area, wines and attractions. She is personable. She knows when to give you some input and when to allow you to enjoy your experience with friends. She keeps your schedule loose, yet gives you good reminders on time to maximize your experience. We will use her again. read more

Jill is a phenomenal tour guide! With basic information on the type of wines and experiences we preferred, she put together a custom itinerary that fit us perfectly. She picked us up on time and gave us enough leeway to relax and enjoy our stay at every location, while remaining on-schedule for our tastings. Jill's biggest strength is her attention to detail. She picked up lunch for us at a local deli for a picnic, but made it feel like a plated meal. Her spread was so impressive, a passerby asked for her card after she finished setting everything up. We had a truly great experience with Jill and will book her again the next time we are in the area. read more

Leone Wine Tours Jill is not only fun to spend time with but very knowledgeable on fermentation, types of wine harvesting, how to read a lable....etc. Knows Sonoma and Napa like the back of her hand! Liz from Sacramento read more

This was just a fantastic experience from start to finish. Jill was super responsive while we were planning the day and came up with a great itinerary using the (somewhat vague) requests that I gave her. The day of the tour just got better and better - all three vineyards were great and all different, giving a great overview of the wines Sonoma has to offer. She also set a beautiful picnic lunch for us with cutlery and place mats for everyone at one of the wineries. I can't recommend Jill enough - she took all the stress out of planning and gave us an incredibly fun day! read more

Jill was such an awesome tour guide! She was very responsive from the first time I emailed her and she planned such a wonderful day for me and my family. We really appreciated the fact that she picked up lunch for us and set up a great picnic at one of the wineries. Jill is very knowledgeable and I will definitely be calling her again next time I'm in Napa and Sonoma!! read more

Jill is absolutely fantastic! She guided us all around Napa for a full day, working with our "must visit" places and even incorporating some of her own wonderful suggestions along the way. She's a delight to spend the day with, and she is super knowledgeable about the entire Napa / Sonoma area. Also worth noting she maintains a very clean and comfortable car, and she is incredibly personable. I know who I'll be calling next time I'm in the area, and I highly recommend Jill to anyone searching for a wonderful wine tour and/or private driver experience! read more

We had a wonderful time with Jill! She is very well-versed on both wine valleys, and can assist in setting up a perfect day for you, in Napa or Sonoma. She set up a beautiful picnic lunch for us to enjoy at Tamber Bey's Sundance Ranch. Her vehicle was spotless, and seated six of us comfortably. If you're looking for a great guide to wine country, go with Jill at Leone wine tours! read more

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Had a Sonoma wine tasting birthday girls getaway weekend in October with Leone Wine Tours. Jill took care of the details, all we had to do was relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Jill made all the itinerary arrangements for us including lunch coordination, and gave us a 15 minute warning when it was time to move to our next appointment. We LOVED the bubble lounge at Buena Vista winery. She introduced us to incredible wineries that we would not have found on our own, and Jill shared interesting historical facts and stories while we drove. We really had a great time and this is the best way to wine taste in Sonoma/Napa valley. read more

We were a party of five visiting Napa Valley for a few days. We chose to spend a day being shown the sights through Leone Wine Tours. It was a great decision! Jill was punctual, informative and fun to spend a day with. The transportation was immaculate and extremely comfortable. Going with Leone Wine Tours took all the stress out of the day. Logistics, meals and getting from A to B were all looked after for us and we had a wonderful time. read more

Jill was an amazing driver. She taught us so much about the area and engaged us in the history of Sonoma. Jill was very friendly and easy to talk to. She made us feel very comfortable and even came early so we could get started! She had water and snacks for us as well. Her car was super comfortable. I highly recommend using Jill for your trips to Sonoma! read more

Jill was great! She spent a long time on the phone with me, giving me suggestions and explaining how the wineries work, helping us decide on the best tour for us. She kept us right on track so we got to see all 4 wineries! I would recommend her to anyone visiting Napa Valley! read more

We recently spent a day with Jill in Sonoma, and it was a blast! She was very responsive prior to our trip and offered great recommendations for our day with her and for the rest of our weekend as well. She's very knowledgeable on the wineries and the area in general. She had every detail covered and even picked up and brought lunch to one of the wineries for us, so we didn't have to miss a second of winery time. A great time was had by all! I would definitely recommend her to others! read more

We had an awesome time on our last trip to Napa and Sonoma with Jill as our driver. We have been several times before but found this time to be the best yet. I recommend Jill as a great knowledgeable guide to this wonderful area of California. read more

Jill was a GREAT tour guide! She planned out tour of wine country to meet our requests, and we loved her choices. She chose McKenzie-Mueller, which was small and intimate. We then went to Buena Vista to see the larger, original winery. Jill arranged inside tours of the caves for us. Jill has great energy and entertained us the whole time. She also suggested a few additional sites, which were perfect. We toured Muir Woods on our way back to the city, and it made our trip. Jill is the BEST!!! read more

Jill is fantastic! She set up a beautiful picnic for our group. Her hospitality and enthusiasm for wine country is very apparent. Our group of 6 had a wonderful time in her top of the line SUV. She had stocked plenty of water, ice, and soda to keep us hydrated during our amazing tour in Calistoga/Napa. She has an abundance of knowledge in both Valleys ( Napa and Sonoma) Anyone who is able to book a tour with Jill and Leone Wine Tours will have an outstanding experience! read more

We came to Sonoma for the weekend to celebrate my father-in-law's 70th birthday (a group of 6), wanting to tour wineries but not through any company that would feel corporate or corny. I reached out to Jill after finding her business listing on the Sonoma County website and she was precisely what we were looking for! Jill took the time to find out what we were interested in, and then tailored a trip just for us. We gave her short notice and she hit it out of the park. Jill booked our visits, set up a lovely picnic for us in the sun, taught us about the region, and even had allergy medicine on hand for us! Her vehicle was spacious and clean, and her rates were better than the competition - while offering far more value. We highly recommend booking a tour with Jill - as far ahead of time as possible - so you can enjoy Sonoma without having to worry about anything other than enjoying too much wine! read more

Jill was a fantastic guide for our first trip to Napa Valley! She communicated with us leading up to our trip and helped with recommendations. As we were riding, Jill told us so much about vineyards, winemaking and the areas through which we were traveling. It was super informative and interesting. In addition to sodas and water, she provided a chilled cooler in which to keep the wine we purchased. Each day she set up a beautiful picnic for us complete with linens, china, glassware, condiments and chocolates to satisfy our sweet tooth. One of us wanted to be in the sun and the other in the shade during our lunches. She was so sweet to always find a spot that suited each of us! We highly recommend Jill to plan and execute an excellent tour of the wine country!! read more

Jill Leone is the best. I highly recommend her. She is fun, knowledgeable and extremely professional. She suggested wonderful places for us to tour, was flexible to meet our needs and provided us with valuable information regarding the history of Sonoma. Book Jill for a hassle free day of wine tasting and you will have no regrets. read more

If you are planning a tour in the area make sure to call Jill. I have been on wine tours before and this was by far the best. I guarantee you that you will have a great time. Jill is organized and knowledgable about wine, the area and the industry. Her pricing is very fair and Jill is flexible so you can plan a tour that fits your preferences. I highly recommend Jill and will call her again next time we are in Napa/Sonoma. read more