For our little birthday celebration vacation, we stayed at the Calderwood Inn in Healdsburg. With that we were entitled to stop by any winery under the Wilson wineries heading which includes about 12 different wineries. This is the only one we took advantage of for this pleasure and boy are we glad we did. The other 3 wineries we went to where we prepaid for tasting, tried so hard to sell us wine or club membership, Wilson Winery did no such thing. I wish I could remember the gentleman's name who was serving wine. He was a treat. Knowledgeable about the wines, but not rote. Engaged in conversation about wine (my wife and I are pretty knowledgeable ourselves about wines as we have not only been going to wineries for almost 40 years, but we've also volunteered at a couple) He was lively, on point, and, dare I say, fun! We both love Zinfandel wine. It is my favorite. Since Wilson produces over 30 different, you'll definitely find one you like. We sure did; we ended up buying multiple bottles. We wanted glasses too, but they were out (Wilson Winery, if you're reading this and you got a new shipment of glasses in, hit me back and I'll order some). Quaint grounds that overlook a sea of vineyards. It was a wonderful experience. read more

Wilson winery is one of my favorite wineries of the Wilson artisan wineries group. The zinfandels here are outstanding as is the view out into the vineyard from the back deck. I always enjoy meeting the dogs, both belonging to the winery and belonging to guests. This is a very dog friendly winery! read more

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I really love this place. Came to pick up my wines and had set up a tasting. Wines are amazing, view is spectacular off their deck, Paul was very nice and knowledgeable and if you ever need any of their amazing wines (join the wine club) talk to Alec. read more

Came to try their 93 point Zinfandel. Cute intimate tasting room & outside is a great view of the vineyards. We grabbed a glass & sat outside. Can't say the service was above & beyond but maybe people will be warmer when the weather is warmer. Wine was great tho, cheers! read more

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This place has AMAZING zinfandels! All of the wine is phenomenal. We got to sit out on the deck and relax. Customer service was ok, he had a lot of guests. The wine is worth the trip for sure and the case price was awesome! read more

Wilson Winery - Wineries Near Me - Healdsburg, California

Really enjoyed our morning tasting at Wilson! It is a beautiful property with expansive vineyard views, a tree covered outdoor deck, lots of zins, and even a sculpture from burning man that you an climb on! Paul our tasting room associate was a wonderful host full of knowledge. He also had the sweetest dog that wondered the tasting deck in search of pets. The tasting menu consisted of 4 wines, but we were lucky enough to get some off menu pours to try out some more of their zins. They had over 30 zins which was the most I've ever seen at a winery before. I enjoyed the wines here and ended up going home with two bottles, one zin and one summer white. Would definitely come back here. read more

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Such a beautiful tasting room. I got excited when I pulled up to the parking lot because I realized I had already visited Wilson Winery a few years back. (My first time was pre covid during the warm summer months.) Fast forward to 2023, I stopped by with one of my fellow Yelp girlfriends for some girl chat and wine during Winter. Wilson is undeniably a beautiful tasting room with some of the best valley vineyard views I've seen. We opted to sit outdoors since the weather wasn't too cold. Heaters and blankets were offered which came in handy as the weather cooled down. The outdoor deck seating area showcases the beautiful property grounds, it was the perfect ambiance and setting while we caught up and chatted. I am not one to really opt for outdoor seating anywhere because I'm usually cold. I didn't have that problem at this tasting room thanks to the blankets, heaters, and of course loads of WINE. lol. My girlfriend is a member and after our first few wines, I realized why she is a member. Our host treated us to some delicious wine, the Petite Sirah and the Three Dog Zinfindel were my favorites. I enjoyed learning about the winemakers and almost walked out a member myself. Wilson Winery is a beautiful tasting room and a must-try if you're ever in the area. 10/10. read more

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We were here for the Wine Road barrel tasting weekend and got to visit this nice winery. The owner of Wilson was there and they also had a very knowledgeable staff on hand. Great Zinfandels! We left with a few bottles of their wines. Love the Snake Patch Zin but it was all sold out. read more

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I've always liked it here! This visit only confirmed that! This was the first place we went on our second day of tastings. We had been to their sister property (Mazzocco) the day before and had a rather poor experience there with the wine and their staff. That all came up in conversation as we were talking to the gentleman pouring in the tasting room here. We decided to just buy two glasses of wine and sit out and enjoyed the view for a bit. I don't remember the man's name, but he was excellent with Customers and seemed to really care about what he did! I appreciate that a lot in any place I go. We asked about a few wines for a glass (I love that they do by the glass now!), and he offered his suggestion and a splash to see if it fit the bill! We both loved his suggestions and ordered a glass. We went to pay and he says to us... it's ok. It's on us. Just outside and enjoy. We were a little shocked and didn't quite know what to say. I still offered to pay but he assured us it was ok. Maybe he was trying to make up for their sister property or maybe he was just being nice. Either way... I'm a loyal customer now and I'll sing their praises to everyone I know that loves wine! We really enjoyed the wines here and they honestly made our trip! Thank you Wilson's!!!!! We will be back again and again!!!! read more

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My mother and I went to Wilson Winery from recommendations from our timeshare and we loved it. The patio has an amazing view of the vineyards and the winery is very relaxing and inviting. We had Miranda as our guide through the tasting and she was very knowledgeable about everything. She gave us the right amount of time to enjoy our wine and answered all of our questions! We had a great time. read more

The tasting room is welcoming, with a cozy, rustic vibe that invites visitors to relax and take in the stunning vineyard views. The staff at Wilson Winery were very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a very intimate experience. The wine was delicious, the views were amazing! The Zinfandel was one of the best wines I had in Sonoma! read more

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Wilson is a fun place to visit with great views of the valley and ample space to spread out and enjoy a nice tasting with a cheese and charcuterie board. It's close proximity to the city of Healdsburg makes it an easy trek for visitors as well along with visiting other prominent wineries in the area. The winery itself is nice and quaint, but nothing over the top. Staff has always been very respectful and knowledgeable the multiple times I've visited over the years. Now, why three stars you may ask? While I do enjoy some of their lighter body wines, most of their reds run too hot for me in terms of high alcohol. I know some may not notice, but for me it's apparent. Not a hit on them as many consumer enjoy this, but I tend to prefer a bit of balance in my reds. This is not to say I will not return, but that is my only gripe. I will say their wines are quite affordable, so three cheers to them on that note as many others in the area have gotten out of control over the last few years. I will say take a gander at their sister wineries as some are quite good! read more

Well, worth to stop, Shane took very good care of us and if you like Zinfandel's, he probably came to the right place. Enjoy the atmosphere and if you're a Worldmark owner it's a great deal. read more

Wilson Winery - Very nice outside seating! - Wineries Near Me - Healdsburg, California

Part of the Wilson Artisan Winery family, we enjoyed a great view from the deck as we toured the personalized tasting menu of Scott. He connected with us immediately and customized our experience to meet our group's preferences. An added treat was that during August Wilson Winery served amazing tri tip sandwiches that are marinaded with one of the wines. Our tri tip was marinated in Coyote Sonoma Zin, Tombstone! Wilson Winery is on our return to list because even though we did not have reservations, we were treated as honored guests, unlike the previous 3 places along the route. Scott was a fantastic host and made sure we received the benefits of our club membership and we left with a trunk full of memories to enjoy at home! read more

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We were looking forward to this winery but it was a major disappointment. We are members of a sister wine club and have found the staff at other Wilson Artisan wineries to be very informative and pleasant. However we were not treated well here. Zero tasting notes or comments until the 3rd tasting was poured. The first two were simply full the glass and walk away. I think this experience reflects poorly on the Wilson family brand. I'm being kind giving this 3 stars because it was more like 2.5. read more

This winery is charming and a bit rustic, Wilson's is a Zin house and they only have Zin! Normally I would say with absolute conviction that I am not a fan of Zinfandel's that being said, I am here, and I will taste, that is what I do! Lol The tasting room was cozy with all these darling trinkets for sale, that were all about wine and doggies! We did a full tasting and to my shock and awe! I loved them and I have never said that about a Zinfandel. My friends that love Zinfandel always say a good Zin has a peppery flavor, I have never been a fan of of that. Coming here changed all that! I bought a beautiful bottle, then we all sat outside on this huge wooden deck overlooking the vineyards. We were the only ones outside so we got comfy and enjoyed the view and great conversations, plus a new choice for me, a delicious Zin. Cheers SYOY read more

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We had an amazing experience at this winery. We started with a wine tasting, that grew into a membership and peaked at a case of wine (12 bottles) coming home with us! The ambiance was welcoming, the wine tasteful and the service was the cherry on top. Shout out to Paul for making sure our dog had water, was witty in jokes, knowledgeable in wine and most importantly, NOT PUSHY. Thank you Paul We'll definitely be back read more

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We pulled up for our appointment a bit late, and they were so nice. It was cold, and they put us in a nice room to taste. We loved everything they put in front of us. My friend joined the wine club because she was so happy with the wine. read more

We came here on our 31st wedding anniversary trip. They are a little lighter on their pours than delorimier but the wine we tasted are good. Chloe was our sommelier today. She was friendly and kind. The over all feel is beautiful. We truly appreciated the experience. Will definitely be back. read more

Beautiful winery with a staff that accommodated without a reservation. Great glass of wine while overlooking the vineyards from the back patio. read more

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Wilson, Wilson, Wilson! The mothership of all of the Wilson family wineries, and rightfully so. Amazing wines, stunning views, and standup service. What more could you really ask for? Some friends and I stopped by Wilson on Independence Day for a tasting and we had an absolute BLAST! First of all, how many other wineries in the Dry Creek Valley do you know of that are open on the 4th of July? Not too many. So for that alone, I'm so grateful. Because, who wouldn't want to spend a day celebrating American independence by sipping on delicious wine?! Let's first start off by mentioning how gorgeous Wilson's Estate is. Just immaculate! It's also one of the largest Wilson family winery estates. When you arrive, you'll be greeted by a large wolf-like sculpture. The tasting room is housed in a large tin barn that's over 100 years old. It's obviously been renovated since then, but is still considered one of the oldest buildings in all of Dry Creek Valley. The interior of the tasting room is also quite admirable as it's filled with French and American Oak and stainless steel barrels. It's spacious with a very inviting horseshoe style tasting bar. There's also a small room filled with many of their award winning wines as well as their actual awards. But perhaps what's most attractive about Wilson's estate is the heartwarming view from their patio. Talk about vines! Views for DAYS! You'll feel like you're on top of the world as you admire the sweeping vineyard views of Dry Creek Valley from atop of their deck. I could literally just sit there all day and stare into space. It's just that beautiful. Their patio is shaded and comfortable. The red and black sofas are stylish and relaxing all in one. Dogs and babies are allowed here at the winery, so don't be afraid to make it a family affair. For all of you red wine lovers out there, Wilson's red wines will definitely impress. It's all about the Zinfandel at Wilson, and they have a delicious Zin for just about every kind of palate. Fell in love with their delightfully juicy 2016 Terraces Zinfandel. It was the perfect balance of mineral, floral, and fruity. Also impressive was their 2015 Petite Sirah which was bold, jammy, and filled with delicious dark berries. Their Summertime White Blend was so refreshing to sip on in the heat. I brought a homemade meat and cheese board, and their wines paired perfectly with this. I've gotta say, Wilson has been one of my favorite Wilson family wineries to visit. It even had me contemplating a switch a from Matrix Winery to here (sssshhhh!!). It's so wonderful to get benefits to Wilson Winery. The wine club perks are truly amazing. I'm excited to make a return visit to Wilson! read more

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Glad my husband and I found Wilson's winery. We came to it once before and had fun joking with the wine sommeliers. The winery was sold out of the award winning Zins we wanted to try so we joked about that. My husband and I still left with some good bottles of wines! This last time, we had Paul! He was ready and very knowledgeable as our sommelier. He was also quick at receiving and giving out the jokes! We expressed an interest in the Zins and Paul let us taste some that were not on the tasting menu. My husband says Wilson's winery has the best Zins he has ever had! We ended up purchasing the 2021 Sawyer Reserve Zinfandel! We also bought the 2023 Sauvignon Blanc and the 2020 Molly Reserve Petite Sirah! read more

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Amazing collection of Zinfandel! If you are a fan of Sonoma Zins, this is the winery for you. Wonderful tasting room right off of Dry Creek Road. Don't miss this place that overlooks the Dry Creek vinyards. read more

Having been to most Wilson Family tasting rooms we were excited to try Wilson. It was dissapointing. They tasting menu did not even include a single Dry Creek zin, which is what they are known for. The wine was ok but not to the standard of the other wineries they own. View was beautiful. read more

Wilson Winery is a peaceful really nice wine tasting opportunity if you have time. Park in either parking lot. Paths lead to the tasting room and deck. Very nice experience and great staff!! #iworkforgm read more

Wilson Winery - Patio wine tasting - Wineries Near Me - Healdsburg, California

Amazing experience with great friends. Visited from SoCal and simply enjoyed this beautiful winery. The staff was the best - th get make it worthwhile. I think our guy's name was Shaughnessy. Probably spelled it wrong... but he was absolutely fantastic. We had a great time with great wine. Will definitely come back. read more

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There were six of us here, and we all had a good experience. Everyone liked the wines and the service was extra good. We were seated on the patio (COVID protocols) and it was kind of chilly (early January), so they moved us to a slightly smaller table in the sun, which was great and totally doable. They were very friendly and more than willing to accomodate our requests. The young man pouring our wine was helpful and informative. Wilson is very Zin -heavy, which I like becasue I find Zinfandel a good wine for both red and white drinkers. read more

Great service! Nice winery with a fantastic outside view. I broke a bottle of wine from another winery and the host kindly gave us a bottle of wine to help ease the pain. That was very thoughtful of him and we couldn't thank him enough! read more

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You can see how this property has an amazing view during spring and summer. During winter I think you noticed the property itself more. Visited during the barrel tasing weekend. Parking and approah to the tasting room isn't that appealing, you kinda walk thru a side parking lot with porta potties for the guest up to the deck with temporary tents covering have of the back patio. The barrel zins we tasted were great, the bottles zins not to much. I mean they were okay but tasted average. The staff was very nice and friendly. We tasted a few of the reserves but honestly some of the cheaper ones tasted so much better. I know if you join this wine club you get a lot of benefits at their sister wineries but I thought I expected a bit more from the flagship winery. read more

Wilson Winery - Wineries Near Me - Healdsburg, California

I suppose it is time that I update my review of Wilson Winery. It is still a lovely place to visit and I am still annoyed that I must go inside to get my next glass of wine, instead of being served outside. Alas, it truly is a beautiful place to spend a Saturday afternoon. Or, a Thursday afternoon if you're fancy! T'was the 4th of July and my friends planned an afternoon of wine, charcuterie and laughs. We spent 3 hours here enjoying our platter of cheese and meats, fruits and wines. We watched people come and go, giving love to the dogs that passed us by. The homes in the hills beyond the vines sparked a conversation of who lived there and how we could get invited to their retreat! Or event better to eventually be the owner of our own manor-in-the-hills-above-the-vines one day. You never know! Can I truly comment on the service? I can't really say that I was being served. I was being poured a glass of wine, that I had to walk to get. I don't know. But the staff were friendly. They aren't very generous with the pouring though. It's literally 2 sips. I was thirsty every 5 minutes! Pouring outside would move them to a 5 in my book. read more

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Absolutely wonderful time only downside is we weren't able to sit outside because it was fully booked so we sat at the bar, but Paul was exceptional. Great experience and wonderful service. If you have to sit inside, honestly if Paul (tasting host) is present then it's absolutely worth it. read more

Nice late fall weather, slightly overcast and cool. Nice view of the vines turned yellow just after harvest. We're visiting all the Wilson owned wineries. Nice Halloween weekend. Shaggy served us some great wines. Shaggys descriptions were on the mark. The best wines were off the menu; we brought our own snacks ( cheese, chocolate, chips ). Nice and relaxed atmosphere. read more

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Just had a wonderful visit at Wilson Winery. The selection they presented in their tasting today was a great representation of their label. The tasting was well rounded for those of varied pallets. Each was well described in the tasting notes. Our Flight Attendant, or tasting room representative, Ama, was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive without being being intrusive. She made our visit incredibly enjoyable. If you are in the area, the wine, staff and view are wonderful. read more

Wilson Winery - a glass of wine on a table - Wineries Near Me - Healdsburg, California

Great wines and a lovely stop on a wine tasting day. As a member of one of their sister wineries, Mazzocco - I've wanted to stop here for some time - finally made it. What a lovely spot - bring a picnic for sure. We had an excellent tasting experience with help from Lynn and Ryan. We tasted many of their offerings and particularly liked the Molly's Zinfandel and Ellie's Zin. It was a hot day though so we purchased a bottle of their Dry Creek Vally 2015 Sau Blanc to have with our lunch - it was perfect. They have a super cool huge outdoor sculpture that was once at Burning Man. They also donate a portion of their sales from one of their wines to a local animal shelter - good for them! A highly suggested stop when you are in the area! read more

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We just had a family reunion here that happened to land on the day of their pickup party which is most likely the busiest day of the year at Wilson and they handled it brilliantly! Shane , Gneen and the complete Wilson staff were amazing and friendly providing excellent service with a smile on what had to be a hard day managing such a large crowd. You would never know it as these employees were all excellent knowledgeable hosts. Wilson is making some excellent Zins for sure but I must say our group of 11 were pleasantly surprised when tasting the Chards and Petite Syrah's and walked out with a fair share of all 3 varietals which were all at a excellent price point. The grounds are beautiful also, so between the excellent wine the beautiful ambience and great leaders such as Shane and Geneen I think I know why the employees are providing such great hospitality. If this Vineyard was my office,Id be happy also. read more

On my drive up Dry Creek Rd, this little gem stuck out to me. I was able to sit down and enjoy a glass, with a phenomenal view, without any reservation of a beautiful Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Paul had a packed patio, but he maintained a great service, and kept myself and the others enthralled. I plan to return with my girls and enjoy a day of festivities here. Definitely give this place a try. read more

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I recently visited Wilson winery with friends. Shane Tracy went far & beyond hospitality not only to accommodate but made us feel absolutely special. He has taken care of us before and always makes us want come back to your winery. He adds sparkle to our day. A true fan, Nanci Morie read more

Great wine, wonderful views and awesome service! Paul was knowledgeable about the wines and the Wilson family & gave us lots of useful info that made our visit feel even more special. read more

This is only a review on the grounds since we waited but were unable to get a tasting. We were obviously drawn in by the large horse like sculpture in the front. Made sure to climb up and get some pictures! We walked around outside and sat on the deck but it was fairly overcast during our visit. The views were great from sitting on the deck. We went inside to attempt a tasting but it was crowded and for nearly 20 minutes we could not get service so we ended up continuing on our wine journey. read more

************* REVIEW 252 **************** Only $5 per tasting, mainly Zinfandel & I'm not a fan of Zin at all. Some were surprisingly good, & all are under $45! The tasting room is small with 2 bars, & a patio where you can sit down & drink the bottles you buy. They got all kind of gifts & dogs stuff which I love! A TV showcase the history of the Wilson family, which I later met the second generation, but that's another review! Love the Zin, love the service, don't care for they got no bread or cheese to serve with tasting! I'm such a Napa girl, would never thought of driving up this way, but thank to my friend Michael L., introduced me to a new world of Zinfandel! read more

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