This was the first winery on our self proclaimed wine tour. The staff was friendly and…read moreknowledgeable Located in the heart of the square it was super easy to find and walk to. When we arrived the sat at the bar and were immediately greeted with water and a smile. The gentleman we were working with was so knowledgeable and patient. We did one of each tasting to get a variety of wines. It was a very enjoyable experience and my man's first wine tasting experience.

We had a wonderful tasting experience with Martha. We came as part of Sonoma Sips (special deal to…read moren tasting), but she cheerfully accommodated my husband's preferences for only whites. These wines are gorgeous! You can taste from 3 labels, and all are so good. The Pinot noir and Cabernet in my tasting were both standouts. I would have bought bottles of both, but opted for the Pinot this time due to cost. The wines are worth it, but I didn't have that discretionary spending this time.

What a beautiful and serene winery! The thing that I've commonly needed about Sonoma wineries if…read morethat they're more down to earth than Napa wineries but the wine is just as good! The friend that took us here mentioned how she likes that you never feel rushed. I see why people purchase wine club memberships now. As a Pendulum wine club member she gets wine pick ups, discounts, and unlimited tastings with three guests. The setting is beautiful! So many flowers. Nicely shaded picnic benches with umbrellas. They have a large fish pond and it's 25 cents for a cup of fish food to feed the turtles and koi. This is one of the most family friendly wineries I've seen. Many people bring their kids. They have corn holes too. Fancy and Pudding were the highlight! I reached out and felt like a Disney princess having one of them come to me for pets. The restrooms were very clean as well! It was fun browsing the store too. And of course the tasting and charcuterie board were a fantastic experience. I loved the cheeses and almonds they had. We had the option of deviating from the tasting menu. But everything we tasted was great! I think you can also bring your own snacks. It's a great winery experience. Nothing for praise for Cline Cellars. The day we went it looks like they were setting up a wedding later in the day. But that didn't negatively impact our experience at all.

Cline Family Cellars is a family owned sprawling Vineyard with beautiful landscaping. We are told…read moresome of the trees there are as old as 300 years. They have several areas ear marked for events, tastings- both indoor and outdoor. Several picnic tables are available. There are water bodies, plenty of onsite parking. During the wine tasting our favourite was the chilled Sauvignon Blanc maybe coz it was a sunny afternoon. The servers were hospitable and attentive. Had a great time, day well spent!

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.

My go-to when visiting Sonoma! The outdoor patio area is so relaxing. The tastings are casual and…read moredon't feel rushed. I always grab a few bottles of Picpoul and Pinot Noir to bring home. Cochon is on the square, so there are plenty of other small businesses nearby to explore.

If you're looking for a great wine tasting bar in Sonoma. This is the place. Did a wine tasting…read morewith Sean. He was a amazing. Super nice, hospital, and knowledgeable about all the wines we tasted. Great zins and pinots. Will definitely make sure to visit again when back in town. Highly recommend visiting this tasting room and make sure Sean is behind the bar. Great guy and overall wonderful experience.

Pro Tip: aim to arrive early because there is limited street parking nearby and the building is a…read morehistorical home and not clearly marked. A friend in the industry recommended this place and made our reservation. We were ten min late due to parking/finding the place. The home is in good condition and quite nice inside. Our journey was just through the home, as our tasting was outside. The courtyard style backyard is really nice. Many plants and a few distinct seating areas. There is a bathroom out there and it's super clean and well decorated. The tasting was spectacular. We ordered bottles to be shipped home. We enjoyed the cheese/nut/cracker pairing they included. The tasting was not rushed and we enjoyed sitting in their garden. It was just me and my husband which was nice. It was the first tasting of the trip and it was no pressure, all questions allowed, relaxed and wonderful. I would recommend this experience. I would like to know more about the historic home. We did not become members because it was the first tasting of our week and we didn't know what we were in for. But I'm glad we ordered bottles to be shipped to our home so we can enjoy their wine again and again. We ordered the Chardonnay and three of their Pinot noirs, in various quantities. Thank you for hosting us, Nick.

For me personally, Three Sticks makes the best Pinot in the area so if you're around the plaza and…read morelove Pinot, you should absolutely plan a visit. They own two iconic vineyards, Durell (famous for its Chardonnay) and Gap's Crown (famous for its Pinot), among others. The property is absolutely stunning - even though it's only a couple blocks off the plaza, it feels like you've been transported away from the hustle and bustle of the main square into a quiet retreat where you can escape the Sonoma heat and enjoy a nice lineup of wines. For me, this is always a solid experience, albeit on the pricier side for the area, but a couple of things would go a long way to improving the experience. (1) Making reservations is a pain, which involves submitting a request, waiting to hear back from someone in the tasting room, then using a payment link sent to you to confirm the booking. For a winery offering such an elevated tasting experience (and price point), you'd think they would be able to support live availability and instant booking like basically all other wineries in the area. Additionally, they made kind of a big deal about getting the names of everyone in the party, but then never once greeted us by name. (2) The tasting experience itself felt a lot more hands off and our host didn't seem as knowledgeable. This was immediately after Auteur, where the host was incredibly knowledgeable about the various vineyard sources and pretty much all aspects of the vinification process, so perhaps our expectations were a bit elevated. Still, it kind felt as if the wines were poured, a brief (and basic) explanation given, then we were on our own to enjoy the wines. We may have been checked in on only a couple of times over 2 hours. (3) Purchasing wine is just as frustrating as making a reservation. This is insane IMO. They can't swipe a card so instead, we have to write all of this down on a slip to be processed later? It just feels antiquated and if I'm to be 100% honest, not all that secure. In terms of value, you get essentially 5 tasting pours - 1 rose, 2 chards, 2 pinots, which IMO, isn't a great value at $85/tasting. Compare this with Auteur where for $60, we had 1 rose, 3 chards, and 4 pinots :)

Wonderful tasting room in downtown Napa. It's a small and personable brand. The wines are fabulous…read moreand they have a great variety. Shamus did our tasting and was lovely. The brand is so approachable for new and seasoned wine drinkers alike.

Take you time and relax here. The view is nice and you can ppl watch. Wines are very nice and…read moretasty. If the owner is here, take advantage talking to him.

This place gives off cozy and relaxing vibes! Small winery with plenty of tables to sit around to…read moresip and dine. Winery is more of a casual and less uppity-feel compared to surrounding wineries in the area. Came here for a tasting with a few friends. We ordered a charcuterie plate and some bites to share. Family oriented and pet-friendly winery with a small play area for the kids. Parking lot is kinda small, had to park across at some other event that was going on.

Great spot in Sonoma for an afternoon with kids. Service was impeccable, wines were decent and food…read morepairings were delicious. They have a slide and cornhole for kids to stay busy. Low key awesome spot.

We were exploring Sonoma and saw a sign for a brewery, so we headed on over. An indoor/outdoor…read moretasting room with wine and beer makes this a great stop! Some street parking available, but also off the main drag in Sonoma, so it's very walkable from wherever you find parking. We chose to hangout on the patio, so we didn't really see inside. The patio is spacious, well-decorated, and has a bit of shade to escape the California sun. The staff was really friendly and conversational during our visit! They have a few beers and plenty of wine available to sample! We tried a few of their brews during our visit! They were refreshing and crisp. Nothing to blow you out of the water, but a great alternative to all the wine throughout Sonoma.

The Best in Sonoma. Love it here and the wines are delicious for everyone with different tastes.read more