the staff were really really nice, it was our second time coming and we want to go so many more…read moretimes. when we were gone in the cave tour, Mike was always engaging my daughter and was so nice. same with Lucas, such a bright guy. both will ensure you will have a splendid time and you'll never want to leave! overall, it wasn't very crowded and it was a very nice calm ambiance. we brought our own food (cheese and crackers) which paired nicely with the wine. of course we had to buy one of their most excellent ones. highly recommended - you should give this a try.

We had the best time here! Made a reservation in advance for seven people and did a tasting. Make…read moresure to sit outside! The view and grounds are absolutely stunning. Mark B was such an excellent host, super knowledgeable about the wine, and so friendly. He said that they do two tours a day of the wine caves and we were lucky enough to catch one. We were so impressed! I attached a photo of part of the inside of the cave. Plus the wines were delicious !!!! Next time I'm in the area I'll definitely want to go back !

I have stayed at Geyserville Inn and passed this many times. This trip, they showed up on…read moreGroupon...so we decided to give it a try...what a great decision! We felt like total VIPs here from start to finish..they had us set up in a small seating area and started us off with a sparkling wine, delicious. We then had a tasting of about 5 wines, followed by a tasting of dessert wines, including a chocolate wine that tasted like a tootsie roll. They gave us a cheese platter and crackers and for the grand finale, they took us on a small tour where they happened to be bottling a wine that day. This place is worth the visit and the wine was pretty great also.

Had a great time with my group of 20 friends! I hadn't been here in 20ish years, and it was so nice…read moreto return. They gave us a lovely table outside to enjoy our wine, and left us alone to talk about it.

First time at Amista and had a wonderful experience. They do cute chalkboard welcome signs for each…read moregroup. Everyone was super friendly and knowledgeable. We had a sparkling tasting outside on the patio. Toni was our wine host and I can't say enough about how fabulous she was to us. We learned the winery is family owned and woman led and they produce organic sparkling and Rhône varietals. We enjoyed the sparkling tasting- and liked everyone poured. They also served popcorn with the tasting which was so good. I literally asked what seasoning they used - it was that good. We ate two bowls lol. The winery prides itself on the focus of friendship and connection through wine. I really felt that when I was there. I'm excited to now be part of there wine club and look forward to attending an upcoming event. Great place!

Amista's staff is great and so personable. When you make a reservation, you arrive to a welcome…read moresign greeting your party, a welcome splash, a snack, and a warm smile. Inside and outside is great any season. It's nice and cool inside if it's too hot outside and spread out with a couple couch areas for groups. They are well-behaved dog friendly and I think most of us aim to spread out when we have dogs just in case which is nice so the dogs can relax as well. They have sparkling and still wines and fun stories to go with some of them. Both are awesome and while I tend to go with the bubbles, I am quite pleased to go for the stills like the mouvedre. Ashley, the winemaker is awesome if you get the chance to see her at an event. The team does a lot to conserve and protect the land they are on. This is definitely worth a stop and revisit.

What's there not to love about Merriam? Merriam starts off by welcoming you and your party with a…read moreglass of wine seconds upon arriving to the beautiful estate property (what service!?) and then you are greeted to your table either in the garden area (low comfy chairs) or at the main tasting area with tables and water feature. Andrew (who is our absolute favorite to taste with) just makes it so much fun; a little wine, a little knowledge, and of course a lot of wine. Plus how can you not love that there are multiple dogs roaming around the property. Make Merriam apart of your day and you won't be disappointed.

If you love wine, have a dog, are in need of a nice winery with cozy vibe and passing through the…read moreHealdsburg area, you HAVE TO stop by Merriam!!! We've been to Merriam in February 2024 for their valentine wine tasting paired with chocolates. At that time, it was a sunny day and we spent the afternoon in their courtyard while our dog ran around playing with Yogi the winery pup. We were so impressed back then but haven't had chance to come back till recently. We were on our way back from the Mendocino Coast area and it was raining cats and dogs. We decided to stop by Merriam to take shelter from the rain and let my pup (and us!) released a bit :) Merriam is conveniently located right off the 101 freeway. You can actually spot it out when you travel down 101 South. The white exterior paint, the truck and cute greeneries around the front area of the wineries and vineyard make it welcoming. We feel like we've come to a friend's house instead of a business. That is in fact the vibe we felt! As soon as we walked in, Yogi the pup run up to us, wagging his tail happily like he recognized us. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. They gave us time to settle in and offered extra blankets. We appreciated Rhonda who patiently explained about all the wines while pouring them for us. We ended up cuddling cozily on the couch in the corner, looking at the rain while sipping on wines ! Wine tastings for 2 people plus 2 bottles of wines to bring home costed us around $150, which is a really great deal in my opinion! $150 won't get you far in Napa the overpriced and overrated wine spot! We left Merriam feeling pampered and happy! Such a cherry on top for our amazing Mendocino trip ! With many choices of wineries and vineyards, give Merriam a chance and you can thank me later

My husband and I have been regulars at countless Napa/Sonoma wineries for nearly 30 years now. In…read moreall these years, two have been above and beyond in all aspects, and Gracianna is one of them. It's 200% a hidden gem. Gracianna is not a huge commercial winery nor is it a massive producer. It's unforgettably quaint, intimate, and personalized. We stayed at their adorable Airbnb for a few days. The space was super clean, welcoming, and stocked with all the basics. The views are amazing. The wines were all top level, super approachable, and we loved every pour; our faves were the Zins and Pinots. The service is what really sets this experience apart... Trini was incredibly responsive. We were beyond lucky to have Lafayette as our server. He made the wine tasting feel like a chill, relaxing get-together. Not only is he knowledgeable, but also relatable and warm/inviting. We never felt rushed (actually overstayed our tasting bc time flew) and got a lot of amazing recommendations. Photos don't do this place justice: You just have to come and see for yourself.

We loved each wine in the tasting flight, but especially the rosé and Chardonnay! We got to sit…read moreoutside on the shaded patio with our dogs, 10/10 recommend!

We were visiting Healdsburg with our dog, for the first time in years. We decided to book a tasting…read moreat Mill Creek Vineyards because they're dog-friendly and had heard good things. Yvonne was our host, delighting us with conversation while we sipped their delicious wines. The Zinfandel was so good! We really appreciated her sharing the history of the winery, and it was awesome to be able to see the actual block of grapes from property. We loved the grounds and really enjoyed sitting by the watermill. Highly recommend!

A great vineyard to stop by for a tasting. Plenty of outdoor seating and shade on beautiful…read moregrounds. Stopped by for a scheduled tasting. Was greeted immediately by Bruce and Josh. The pours were small but I was happy with that because that just meant I could sample more of their wines. Bruce spent about an hour with us during the tasting and he was fantastic. Knowledgeable of the family's vineyard and wine and he was very friendly. He spent time answering our questions and never rushed us through the tasting. The wine was also very good! Left with 12 bottles and we were definitely not expecting to do that. They do not serve food so make sure you bring snacks!

Kokomo Winery was one of the highlights of our Dry Creek Passport weekend…read more They had a great setup for the event--plenty of space, great energy, and a really well-done mix of food and wine that made it easy to hang out and enjoy everything at a relaxed pace. It didn't feel rushed or overcrowded like some stops can. After the event, we ended up spending extra time in the tasting room with Karen and Rob, who have both been there a long time. They're an awesome duo--super friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and more than happy to geek out on wine, vineyards, and local terroir if you're into that. But they also keep it approachable if you just want to enjoy some great wines. The wines across the board were excellent--each one stood out in its own way, and it was hard to narrow down what to bring home - but still got a nice mix of Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, and Malbec for the ol' wine cellar (wine fridge) Overall, it's just a great experience--no pretension, great people, and wines that absolutely deliver. Definitely a spot we'll keep coming back to when we're in Dry Creek.

Great wine and great service, the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The wines are delicious. Not…read moremuch more than you can ask for in a winery these days

Absolutely killer spot. Great wine / even better hospitality. Wine by the glass - indoor or outdoor…read more- you can't go wrong! Mia is a gem! Katie and Flyn always aces!

Everything about this experience was fabulous! The seating area is chic. We met the owner and he…read morewas full of interesting history and a passion for the region. We had the Zinfindel that Bowman makes and it is truly unique.. A definite must!