My friends and I went on a girls wine trip and they took me to their hidden gems! We were greeted by our host Maddie, she is as cute as a button! Very knowledgeable and attentive to our wine tasting needs. We tried several wines from white to red. There is not one I didn't like! Matter of fact, I have never purchased a bottle of wine over $100 in my life, but here I did, because it was that good!!! Maddie did clue us in on a special case of Chardonnay, where normally a bottle is $90 and we split a case by three people and we paid $120 each for 4 bottles. I love a good deal! The grounds are beautiful and they have an amazing pond to look at while you taste scrumptious Wine! That's the best word, I could come up with to describe the taste. Chalk Hill is on my must return list when in the Napa Valley. I hope you will go and try it too! read more

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It's been a few years since I was last here and being back just brought the same amazing memories as prior visits. Also kind of sucks that the sister wineries closed down across the street. It was great popping in from one to the others. Anyways, as alway an amazing time was had here. We had a reservation during Fourth of July which I thought would have been a little busier but it was quite nice. Not too crazy. Beautiful afternoon out for wine. There was a good amount of us but only four tasting which they were gracious enough to utilize a larger table to accommodate all of us. Very thoughtful of them even though we had a feeling that people were just going to walk around instead of staying in place...lol... Check in was a breeze. First off, the property is beautiful. A beautiful pond right out front and then the huge stairways up to the tasting room. Of course the showstopper view of the vineyards and property. Check in was right when you reached the top. It didn't take long till we got seated at the inside table. Sort of our own little private room. Started off with a nice crisp white. Even the little sample was great. I totally forgot the sweetie that took care of us but she was a major doll. Very sweet and friendly. Explained everything down to the tea which was amazing. Their tasting which started off with the cool crisp white to the bold red were tasty. Each with their own unique flavors. Whatever you prefer, white or the red, there's something for everyone. As we're a sister member down in Los Olivos, they accommodate us with four tasting included. A nice way to bring friends and enjoy what the valley has to offer. The whites were great and perfect for a nice hot day. Also a great cold drink but red is what we all enjoyed. Just with the pour, you can taste the bold richness flavors of the grapes. Amazing. The property is beautiful with the beautiful olive trees line driveway approaching the front. The cute lake right out front and once you reach the top of the tasting room, the million dollar view of the valley. Tasting room itself is beautiful which a good amount of the tasting can be done on the covered patio with umbrellas. The bar counter is nice as well but private rooms can also be accommodated. Wines were great and the service was a match. Fourth of July tasting was a success. Until next time. read more

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We had a tasting here, since we are wine members. This winery is known for their Chardonnay's . 9 in total I believe. Madison was warm and inviting. She gives good assistance. We had good conversations with her. If you love Chardonnays , then definitely check this place out. read more

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We splurged on the Hummer Wine tasting Tour and are so glad that we did! The wine was obviously wonderful (and Maddy, our tour guide, really catered the wine selection to all of our individual tastes), the tour itself was fun and interesting, and we really felt special! We will definitely do the tour again -- a great way to treat guests to something extra special! read more

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Chalk hill has absolutely amazing views, not to mention unique wines that are worth purchasing. We ordered the caviar with our wine pairing, which was light, not too salty, but a perfect start to the wine tasting with the crème Fraiche. My favorite for the wine tasting was the Malbec, which had cigar box notes, and had a different taste to it than the Argentinian variety which is drier and fruitier. Our service here was fantastic and we ended up joining the club here to have wine shipped directly. High quality wine here and the best views in Healdsburg. read more

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My family and I were recently in town and visited Chalk Hill at the recommendation of a friend who lives in the area. The property is beautiful, and the wine was excellent. What truly stood out and made our experience so memorable was the way we were treated by the staff, particularly Madison. We had gone wine tasting in Napa the day prior and unfortunately did not have the best experience. Because of that, some members of our family were not expecting much from our second day of tastings. However, we all agreed that Madison completely turned the experience around for us. She was incredibly knowledgeable and shared not only the history of the winery but also insights about the surrounding area, which made the visit even more enjoyable. She thoughtfully guided us through the wines and offered recommendations that perfectly matched our tastes. My family will definitely be back, and we will be recommending Chalk Hill to our friends when they visit wine country. read more

What isn't there to love about tasting awesome wine on an Estate in Sonoma? It was our first time up north tasting so we had no expectations. Our pourer Mike was amazing!! Very knowledgable and good sized pours so we could actually taste the wines. There were too many favorites to call out one! Thanks MIke for making our tasting experience so delightful! We tipped him with a bottle of wine from Santa Barbara, so he could get a little taste of our region. :) read more

Wine was ok, views excellent, very pretentious vibes . We ordered a charcuterie board and two wine tastings, $150. Neither the Charcuterie board or the two tastings was worth the fare at $50/each. Save money and go to A.Rafanelli. Nicer wine, friendly owners (not employees) and gorgeous location. read more

The views are absolutely stunning. The staff and the customer service far out weighed my expectations. Our own server was marvelous, however the entire staff took time to speak with us and see if we had any questions, etc. An overall magnificent experience. read more

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Excellent accommodating service considering we ran late by an hour on our reservation. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and the charcuterie cheese plate was yum, and the setting and the wine were liked by all. read more

Had an incredible experience visiting Chalk Hill Estate for the first time. Not only was this my first visiting these vineyards, but it was my first time wine tasting in general! Made a reservation ahead of time for myself and a friend for a Monday afternoon. Although it had been raining cats and dogs all week, we managed to catch the one day with a break in the clouds. The drive out to the vineyards was absolutely beautiful, even the property itself was a dream. Plenty of parking close to the estate itself, easy little walk up some stairs, be sure to look back and take in the rolling hills of grape vines, the wide open sky, and the tree line. Once we entered we were immediately greeted by two warm faces, Ross and Dante. Dante was our main server for the afternoon and who was incredibly kind and helpful with all my bizarre wine questions. I am personally way more in tune and knowledgeable in the beer world, so it was so great to have someone so patient to answering all my weird questions about wine in general and the property itself. As for the tasting , we sampled four different wines of theirs, a Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, and two reds. On top of that we also ordered a little cheese board to clear our palates in between wines. For someone who has never been a fan of wine, I was truly impressed with this experience. Their Sauvignon Blanc was the perfect blend of sweet and dry (enough that the beer girl bought a bottle!), their Chardonnay was smooth and buttery, and both of their reds were so delicious and rich, it had be day dream good pairing at the table! Overall we had an wonderful time explore the wine of Chalk Hill and our server made it an even better experience for a first timer. Highly recommend putting this spot in your bucket list! read more

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WOW! Where to start with Fried Chicken and Caviar Chardonnay Pairing experience? The estate is gorgeous. Knowing some of the Chalk Hill wines this was a must while in the region and we were blown away by the entire experience. The property is second to none with main barn daunting in size and beautiful until you wind through the property, past the estate I look forward to be invited to by Bill and Carol some time, only to arrive at the dressage barn like no other barn. Cheerfully greeted we were escorted to our personalized table. Well done you! Glad we did not eat before as the Fried Chicken and Caviar Chardonnay Pairing was on point and huge. Outstanding! The GF chicken was moist and delicious will natural spices not to overpower the wine. The addition of the caviar and chips rounded out the tasting and complemented the overall profile. The Chardonnays (easily some of my favorite) were wonderful and a bottle of the 2018 Felta was purchased to enjoy while we continued to nosh. We did not want to leave. The service was lovely with excellent and special attention. There is nothing bad to say about the experience except that I live too far away to take advantage often enough but I promise I will be back. Once note on direction, it was unclear on were to drive once on property. Clear signage would be helpful although I would not mind getting lost and running out of gas while wandering the estate. Thank you and cheers! read more

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The wine tasting was great! I enjoyed their whites and I am more of a red wine drinker. The grounds is also nice to enjoy while sipping on some wine. read more

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards - Enjoying the wine tasting with a nice view. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

In short, Chalk Hill is a great place to visit, nice atmosphere, impressive staff and of course, exceptional wine selections. I always love visiting Chalk Hills. Until my recent visit, everything was great and almost perfect. We bought home several bottles. When it came to the payment, Raj, our wine educator/somm told me that I could not tip on the card. It must be cash only. I bought about 400 dollars of wine. We didn't carry much cash with us. I had to pull both my husband's and my cash for his tip. I was so surprised. Also, I found that Raj tried to charge me for the merchandise I used my royalty points to buy. If I didn't look at the itemized details, I would not have discovered that. Later, I called the office to clarify. I found out that what Rag told me was not true. I technically could tip on my credit card for Raj. I felt like I was lied to and was very disappointed. I went to Chalk Hills multiple times in the past and never had a bad experience until this time. Check your receipts and yes, you can definitely tip on your card. read more

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We were at Chalk Hill in October and as many folks do bought some of their wines. Last night we had the 2018 Chalk Hill Estate Red. It was fabulous!! Medium to full body, slightly dry, blackberry and cherry. It was great!! Thank you, Courtney, read more

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Pretty amazing experience. We dropped in unannounced on a Thursday afternoon early October. We explained we are new locals with out-of-town guests who love the Chalk Hill wines. No problem, seated on the patio with a view, treated like regular Club members to a tasting of several of their white wines. We've been experiencing many wineries over the last couple of months in search of a wine club, or 2. The experience at Chalk-Hill made our decision for us, along with becoming a member into the Foley Food & Wine Society. Looking forward to many more visits, events, tours... Post note: if you are able to visit wine country during the week, highly recommended you avoid weekend/holiday crowds. The staff actually has time to serve your needs better if not rushed. There is a labor shortage in wine country, it becomes obvious when tourism peaks. read more

This was our first stop on our girls day to Healdsburg.I chose this place as it's all over the internet as a wedding venue. When we arrived both gentlemen working said that they don't do weddings which I thought was odd. That was totally ok as my list of venues is quite large and that made this one easy to check off. After getting checked in we were situated on the front balcony overlooking their stunning grounds. Our host pointed out the different vineyards and old horse stalls in the distance. The water feature was breathtaking with a gorgeous fountain spewing calming water on the large lake. This spot is definitely a mellowing vibe. You instantly feel the weight of the world off your shoulders as you slide down into the pillowed seats. Now to the wine. I didn't do much homework on the wine selection here as I was their for other reasons (ugh wedding planning). They're known for their Chardonnays which happens to be my least favorite varietal. That being said I'm not the best judge here but I didn't think any of the wines we tasted were particularly extraordinary. I'd take my opinion with a grain of salt though as this place is hands down worth the visit solely for the stunning views. All in all it was a great first stop. read more

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I loved it so much here that I purchased a membership Our wine expert taught us a lot with a very laid demeanor and a great personality. Thank you Raj! read more

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One of the best wineries to visit in the area. Beautiful grounds and very friendly staff that gives you extra pours of their rare production wines. As must see if you are in the Healdsburg area. read more

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards - Wild turkey roaming the property. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

Outstanding experience. The staff, service and wines were outstanding. From the moment we were seated through the entire experience, our server, David, was engaged, helpful, polite and funny. He introduced us to new wines which were some of the best Chardonnay's we have tasted in many years. The venue is spectacular, seating on the balcony is advised so you can enjoy the views, we suggest you make reservations at least 1-2 weeks in advance. We highly recommend this winery, you will not be disappointed. read more

Alex is very knowledgeable and made the experience super exceptional. Loved all the wines he had served.

On the way to another tasting we saw this spot, was early for our other booking so we stopped, glad we did, lots to see here and good wine too- tours offered by vehicle here- owner proprietor lives on site- wheelchair access- one in our group broke a leg- all important everyone gets to go-great hosts read more

Beautiful view at their tasting patio! We loved soaking in the sun and the rolling hills while enjoying some delicious chardonnay. read more

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We had a great tasing experience at Chalk Hill on a cold and rainy afternoon. The grounds are absolutely amazing, had no idea there was so much here to look at and enjoy. We look forward to coming back on a nice spring day and doing a tasting outside on the patio. It's a beautiful place to come and grab a bottle of wine to enjoy as well. Large outdoor seating area (weather permitting) we did the estate tasting which is the Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Estate Chardonnay, and two estate reds for $40pp for non members. We will definitely be back. Great to have such a nice winery close by! Service was also great, Natalie was a very good host and very attentive. read more

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Madison was a great hostess for our group. The view was spectacular and the wines were tasty.

Went to Chalk Hill for an impromptu visit during a recent trip up north. I live near another Foley property in Santa Barbara and have seen photos of the property and thought it might be worth visiting. I was not only impressed with the wine quality, but also with the level of service I received from my estate host Mike Brossmer. He was cordial, helpful, informative, and entertaining! I highly recommend sitting inside it's almost like being in a Parisian apartment and I felt very comfortable sitting and chatting with Mike, the manager and other patrons! read more

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards - 35% NFO Chardonnay. 100% Malo. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

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We must have caught them on a bad day (based on the other good reviews). We were seated on a couch in one of the front rooms (wasn't the main tasting room, if there is one) and a server would come in every so often to pour a new taste. We could hear them talking and laughing in another room but we felt very isolated. No descriptions were given of the wines, just a pour and what kind of wine it was. It just wasn't a fun tasting for us, at all! Couldn't wait to leave. read more

DH and I are still not ready for wine country visits. Sheltering in Place is our mantra. However, that does not prevent us from being "arm chair visitors" to wine country. We enjoy re-living past visits by looking at photos, notes, and -- best of all -- opening a bottle of exceptional wine. We just finished the 2015 Carmenere that we purchased at Chalk Hill in March of 2019. In hindsight, we should have bought more. A lovely change from our usual Cabernet Sauvignon. Very smooth. It was unfiltered so as expected we found a bit of sediment at the bottom of our last glass. But all in all it is a wine worth seeking out ... as is Chalk Hill Estate. read more

Gorgeous setting. Huge estate. Elegant tasting room. Outstanding facility for a wedding or big corporate event. Came for a wine tasting. Cloudy, unfiltered, unrefined chardonnay is not my thing. The tannic red blend can strip old paint from wood. For me, undrinkable. $20 for estate wine tasting or $30 for reserve wine tasting is a bit too much given the middling quality of the wines. This winery is just one in the huge portfolio of the Foley empire. See: http://www.ffwsales.com/brands read more

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards - August 2017 - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

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5* Chalk Hill Winery Beautiful property; have dancing horse manor on hill Great wines; loved their chardonnay Expensive Host Trevor was fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable read more

If you're a foodie, this winery is for you. Good food and wine are natural compliments of one another, so if you're going to visit, take the time to go on the Estate Culinary Tour and Tasting and dine in the glass Pavilion with breathtaking views of Napa Valley. They really know how to pair wine with food. At Chalk Hill, one of ffw culinary properties, their extensive 100% organic gardens provide their Estate Executive Chef David Thater with an abundance of fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables used to created dishes to showcase the estate's variety of wines. At the beginning and end of the lunch, you'll go in the Estate car through the 300 acres of vineyards...it's incredible! The views are one of the best we had during extensive visit. One of my favorite pairings when we visited was the 2017 Sauvignon Gris with some Baja Gulf Shrimpy for course 1 and the 2017 Mt Eden Pinot Noir (so good I snagged a bottle) with Black Truffle Squid Ink Spaghetti for course 2. Getting an Uber here can be confusing because there's another unrelated Chalk Hill property that is small and 10 minutes from the Estate, so make sure you have the right address. read more

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This was a beautiful winery and a large selection to choose from. We just did a tasting but would love to tour the grounds another time.

Just an outstanding tour of the grounds thanks to Trevor We jumped in a Hummer drove up to the top of the mountain for amazing wine amazing history and amazing views! Next time you're in Sonoma you must do it! Cheers! read more

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I spent a lot of time at Chalk Hill for my best friend's wedding, and fortunately that time included many glasses on wine. Nothing makes Chalk Hill's rolling vineyard & Mediterranean architecture more beautiful than a bottle of their 2012 Chardonnay. So creamy & vanilla-esque with a hint of citrus... it's perfect for an afternoon of casual sipping. The 2013 Syrah is also the hot ticket. Full-bodied, luscious, and a little peppery, this Syrah was made extra indulgent with a smoke from our wedding's custom cigar-bar. I recommend driving the loop through Chalk Hill's property before popping bottles - their on-site chapel and overlooks are beautiful! Perched above the vineyard are their very special Pavillion and Boardroom. The floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning Impressionist art collection create a striking ambiance perfect for private events. Service in the tasting room is a little off the mark, plus many of Chalk Hill's bottles can be found for better prices in our SoCal grocery stores (hello, Von's wine sale!) Overall Chalk Hill is a must-visit & a great final stop before sunset - the sight of the sun dropping behind their vineyard is breathtaking! read more

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1st experience was great. We ended up joining the winery. 2nd experience was not good. The individual pouring the wine, Raj, was more attentive to other people than actual wine members. Barely engaged in conversation. Felt like he was more in a rush to get us out. We are going to be canceling our membership and not returning. read more

Chalk Hill is gorgeous. The Estate Tour, run daily at 10:00 and 13:00, was included in our room rate at Hotel Les Mars. It was a nice way to to see the natural beauty of this 1300 acre property. Eight of us loaded into a Dodge Sprinter to take the tour (don't worry, you can bring your wine with you!) which was peppered with bits of history about Chalk Hill and some seriously gorgeous views. The tasting was extensive, we probably sampled 10 wines. The whites weren't really to my taste (too sweet) but I really enjoyed the reds. Of particular note: the Chalk Hill Estate Red. If you love big California reds, you will find yourself a fan of this one. The staff at Chalk Hill were incredibly welcoming and totally down to earth; definitely no wine snobbiness here! read more

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

A lovely place. Made a quick stop here after an event at another winery close by. Had just a couple tastes as I'd had a bit of wine already for the day. Had lovely service from Nicole and James. The wines I tasted were mostly ones available retail - all were quite good - Sav blanc, Pinot and Chardonnay. They have gorgeous grounds and a lovely drive down an off-the-grid road. Highly recommended. read more

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We stopped by this winery while visiting from Southern California. The sign said "Welcome! We're happy you're here" we thought great, let's go in since a reservation is not required for a tasting. It wasn't even 3 pm on a Sunday afternoon and plenty of people were still there but the hostess said she would have to check with her manager to see if we could do a tasting. She came back and said "no, would we be around next weekend?" No explanation given as to why we couldn't do a tasting and we just left. We didn't feel welcome and they certainly didn't act like they were happy we were there. read more

Amazing wines and wide wine selection from single vineyard chardonnays and pinots to cabs, zins, and even Malbec and Carmeñere! The view is stunning! They have local artisanal cheeses meats and chocolates available for purchase to enjoy with your wines. If you call in advance, I highly recommend booking a vineyard tour experience! Ask for Jesse! He was very knowledgeable and fun and customized our flight to our palette. The Carmeñere really stole the show for me. A very unique wine. read more

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We had an absolutely amazing time at Chalk Hill! My husband and I arrived right when they opened and got a table by the stairs overlooking the property. The scenery was gorgeous and we really enjoyed how peaceful it was. Our host was extremely personable and was able to tell us a lot about the property and the wine. We ordered a charcuterie board with our tasting and were very happy with our decision. It complemented the tasting beautifully. We decided to become club members during our visit and absolutely cannot wait to receive our wine - especially the Sauvignon Blanc and the Chardonnay. Cant' wait to come back during our next visit! read more