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    4.4 (118 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Cheryl L.

    We really enjoyed the many many wines at VML's new location. Bobby hosted us and was great although we missed seeing Mila. The locations is good and the setting was very comfortable! I will Say the wines are consistent and the Lester Pinot is my new favorite!!

    Eddie O.

    For our first visit to VML, we were able to experience their Valentine's Day Menu. For $25, you were able to sample five flights which included two whites and three reds. They specialize in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. They were a little busy so service was not the best but we did really enjoy two particular flights. The Rose of Pinot Noir was very light, refreshing and tangy. Great for a summer afternoon or on a warm day. We also really enjoyed the Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. It was very light, smooth and easy to drink. We purchased a bottle of each to take home for future consumption.

    Walking up to their estate
    Shayla B.

    Definitely a MUST VISIT when in Dry Creek Valley, and ESPECIALLY if you are a true lover of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay! You will be absolutely blown away by the wines here. Like, literally BLOWN AWAY! We loved every single wine that we tasted. EVERY single one. Even my super critical and boughie friends fell in love with the wine here, and the harshest critic ended up joining their membership right on the spot! Yes, yes ladies and gents... the wine is just so amazing here. We visited VML during the WineLove Weekend tasting event, and they hands down had the best wines out of the 5 wineries that we tried (even better than their highly acclaimed sister winery, Truett Hurst right next door). Their estate is absolutely gorgeous! VML shares an estate with their sister winery Truett Hurst which is right next door, but the vibes at VML are way more mellow and relaxing. I'd like to think of VML as more of a country style tasting experience whereas Truett Hurst is more conventional. Both wineries are amazing in their own right, but you can definitely tell the difference in the experiences between the two. When you walk out to their back patio, you'll be greeted by their beautiful gardens and countryside views. They had a large covered tent where they were conducting their tastings. Very casual but also super comfortable. You can walk around and explore their colorful gardens or take your glass and sip on that delicious wine as you lay back on one of their lawn chairs. I'm telling you; this is a winery for pure relaxations. No frills; just good wine and total comfort. We were hosted by Larry and this man was such a hoot! The tasting started out a little dry, but then he warmed up to us and really let his personality shine through. We LOVED tasting with him! He was just super fun. I should probably mention that the pours are rather.... generous here. This is not the place for those who can't handle their wine. Just sayin'. I consider myself a bit of a wine pro at this point, and my tolerance level is a lot higher than most (not proud of it, but I do loves me some good wine). However, this place.... yeah. They know how to hook it up :). Okay, so about those wines; phenomenal. Straight up. Literally some of the best Pinot Noirs that I've tasted in Dry Creek Valley. Their Pinots are supple, super soft on the palate, fruity, and have a wonderful velvety finish. Just all around well-balanced Pinots. The kind of wine that you can sip on no matter what the occasion is. It was literally singing musicals to my palate. Loved them so much. Their Sun Chardonnay was the perfect mixture of tropical, crisp, and refreshing. Even my Chardonnay despising friend loved this Chardonnay, and that's really saying. A LOT! Their wines are just the definition of easy drinking. I can't forget to give a shout-out to Alex as well! He assisted Larry with our tasting and was equally fun. Such a wonderful time was had here at VML! If you're a lover of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, a visit yo VML is not to be missed!

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    Michael C.

    VML = Very Much Like. The winery is housed in a contemporary, well-decorated space with high ceilings and lots of natural light. The design drew you to the bar and wanting to try the wine. Tasting was housed outdoors under dense oak trees. The staff was friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. We loved the wine, particularly the Sauvignon Blanc. The Chardonnay was not our favorite, but Chardonnay lovers will enjoy. They offer a range of red and white wines. The bottle labels are artistic and add to the overall experience. Staff, particularly Deanna, was generous by providing additional tastings for us to enjoy. An all-around great experience that I'd recommend for those visiting Healdsburg.

    Pranamee S.

    Another beautiful winery by the creek! It is surreal. Grab your wine, picnic and peacefully sit next to the creek with bird chirping and a beautiful breeze swaying the leaves while you swirl and sip those amazing white wines! They also gave us coupons for the next door Wine tasting. It was a 2 for 1 and saved us $15 at our next wine tasting!! Thank you!! I would come back with picnic, some extra time to sit and relax by the creek and enjoy their wines!

    Steve S.

    VML has its own tasting room now! Previously within the Truett Hurst room - now in it's own building. I have been returning to VML for years because Sofie and I like their wine! Good wine and frequent 50% off sales that keep my wine racks and refrigerator packed with Gewurtz, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. These wines have affordable and reasonable prices at around $25 a bottle - but when the sales of 50% off the question is "How many cases can we get into the car?" Black Friday tasting was a fun event. My son was wanted to go there for tasting. I still have my rack packed out with the Gewertz and the Blanc so I was not planning on a visit... but glad we did! The Chardonnay was exceptional and at $12 a bottle!! Two cases for me - mother's milk for the retired. One case for the lad who must shoulder the wheel for another 15 or 20 years. Sofie and I served the Chard to our friends the next day before dinner and were pleased at their delight to what I've always considered a "boring" wine. (That wine we might call: "Hillary Juice") They also offered two outstanding pinots that were exceptional but beyond my price point. My free advice? Visit VML and enjoy the generous pours, get on the mailing list so you can know when the sales are. Want a perfect day? Visit Brava's for lunch after your 10 a.m. tasting. 10 a.m.? Well, you don't want to arrive to find all the chard is gone, right?

    Looking off the back of VML
    Steven H.

    This has to be one of the most relaxing tasting rooms around, where you can taste, buy a bottle or two and relax on the porch (VML) or on the patio or by the creek for Truett Hurst. Wines are consistently good and the tasting room staff are awesome. Nuff said, check this place out.

    Sara S.

    Best stop on our Santa Rosa/ Healdsburg wine tasting trip! AMBIANCE This is such a beautiful winery to visit. From the fountain to the greenery, lawn to the interior, everything was picture-worthy! I especially love the use of succulents in between the steps. It's also really good for big groups, if you make a reservation. It was pretty easy for me to make one with Rachael, the tasting room manager, who was both delightful on the phone, email, and in person. They situated us outside on the picnic benches in their "grove." Not only was it shaded and cool on a beautiful summer day, they also have corn hole, giant jenga, and horseshoes to keep you entertained. Bring your own food to have a picnic! Reserved group tastings are $15/per person non-refundable even with purchase of wine. I think if you do smaller tastings they will refund your cost if you buy a bottle. WINE The wines themselves were very light and easy to drink. That's not to say that they tasted like cheap sweet wine. They had their own distinct flavor combos, not to mention their labels and bottling is so nice. Major props to whoever designs their bottle logos. Our tasting was pretty pinot noir heavy, so if you're looking for heavier, darker wines like merlots or cabernets you might not get it here. I wanted a bottle of one of their pinots though! If you check in on yelp, you can get 10% off your purchase!! SERVICE All the staff members tending to us were also very sweet, down to earth, and accommodating, which I appreciate. I've had experiences at other wineries like in Napa where the staff couldn't be bothered with such minute or simple questions because they think they are too good for you. Nothing like that down here, it really was quite pleasant!! In an area that is saturated with wineries, I highly recommend you make it a point to stop here!

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    Jeremy R.

    VML could stand for Various Magnificent Libations. We stopped by to pick up a case of Gewurtztraminer and were offered a tasting in their beautifully designed and decorated tasting room and outdoor patio. We tried their Sauvignon Blanc, which with its tropical bouquet and dry finish, was one of the tastiest and most unique I have had. We then moved on to their Chardonnay which was rich, creamy and delicious. We also tried the sparkling Blanc de Blancs, which was also dry and crisp. Their wines all sport beautiful, hand drawn labels and what's in the bottle never disappoints. Well worth a visit if you in the Russian River area.

    Tasting room
    Alyssa B.

    I've always been a fan of this place and have been going there for years now. Their new spot is so much fun. Our tasting room associate was Mika. She was so sweet and kind. Our flight was delicious. We enjoyed a picnic we packed outside along the river. They have a lot of outdoor seating.

    Merry C.

    VML has a gorgeous tasting room and an outdoor patio with a great view. The day we visited we experienced great customer service and knowledgeable servers. I bought a couple of bottles of a lovely Pinot noir that I'm looking forward to drinking. The VML tasting room is right next to Truett Hurst's tasting room. Don't miss it!

    Posing by the RIVER on the grounds
    alix b.

    I would recommend this winery for it's unique grounds and trendy interior. I went during covid so I didn't get to spend much time inside but I loved the hip ambiance, it made me feel like I was at a stylish restaurant in SF. Our tasting was outdoors and our wine guide was pleasant and welcoming. I really wish I had gotten her name because she was lovely, but I can tell you that I believe she was Eastern European and she had an accent. The wine for me was pretty standard TASTING. Good solid wine,but I thought the purchase price of each bottle was a little exuberant so that's the only reason I can't give 5 stars. I ended up taking home their Pinot noir that day, probably more so because I liked the bottle it came in but nonetheless I I was happy to support them with my one little purchase. What set this winery a part and made it a place I would recommend though is definitely the small farm they have with animals, and the river on which the winery is situated upon. I loved that mid tasting we were allowed to get up on our own and explore the grounds to whatever extent we liked. We looked in the river for migrating salmon, and I posed for pics with goats... definitely don't get to say that every wine tasting trip!

    A partial group of us on our wine tour.
    Sharon V.

    Day 1 of our Wine Tour: The day after our Vineman Ironman 70.3 Race, our group of 20+ triathletes thought it was a great idea to rent a bus and head out on a wine tour. Turned out to the BEST decision ever! We were able to wine taste and not have to worry about a designated driver. This was one of our stops on the wine tour and I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. Our driver arranged for us to have lunch on the picnic tables underneath the shady trees and we had a server do our wine tasting in the same area. It was a brilliant idea because it was just a relaxing and beautiful setting as the grounds here are pretty spectacular. And the weather could not have been more perfect. There was plenty of seating for our large group and we were able to sample all the wines this vineyard had to offer. The tasting was free if purchases were made and while this can become an issue if your palette didn't care for any of the wines -- this wasn't the case for anyone in our group. For me personally, I enjoyed the Chardonnays over the Pinot Noir and ended up getting several bottles. I've already gone through one and am looking to join the wine club here just for their Chardonnay. At $25 a bottle, this bottle might just replaced my La Crema everyday/go-to bottle. Thank you VML Winery for a great wine tasting experience.

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