It's hard to put everything that you know and taste into a review, but I will do a general review…read morebecause it's an experience that you need to have and just having purchased the bottle at a store you can add an extra layer of flavor to your experience by being there personally. The drive was pleasant and beautiful, and it was a good day to be out. As we approached Le Crema, we were romanced by the surrounding countryside. As we got inside, we walked up to the tasting room and then took our wine and went outside and enjoyed the view and the tasting. It was so wonderful. I wound up buying a couple bottles to take home with me and so did my daughter. A pallet is a very strange thing to explain to people because my taste and what I think about that wines flavors and nuances it really varies from person to person. But I was so impressed with this lovely product. If I wasn't there, wouldn't be those two bottles in my car. I recommend this winery and the people that work there were very, very nice and hospitable. The drive was exceptional. Beautiful.

I was invited to join my friends to taste wine at La Crema Estates at Saralee vineyards, as they…read moreare wine members. When we arrived I was amazed at how beautiful the estate is and the vineyards are well kept and breathtaking. As we entered the estate we were greeted my the host as my friends had reservations and since it was a hot day we did our tasting inside with a wonderful window view of the vineyards. We were each giving a glass of the Pinot Noir Rose which was absolutely refreshing and delicious this was actually my favorite wine. We had wine tasting of both Red and White wines. I am more of a Pinot Noir drinker than Chardonnay. Every tasting we had was really good, but no of them topped that fantastic Rose. Ursula, I believe was her name was our wine host is she was amazing and explained the different wines and the vineyards and where their grapes are grown. After out tasting we had a really nice picnic outside and enjoyed each others company. I would definitely come back without a doubt.

My BF and I enjoyed a wonderful $35 each wine tasting together on their back patio. Our delightful…read moreserver was an older man who was quite spicy, witty, and very very knowledgeable about all things wine. I really appreciated his humor and directness with us. The wines were fabulous and we walked out with quite a few bottles. They have a very nice shop inside and a lovely sitting area with shade in the back area of the winery. Lots of parking and close to the highway. We will be returning with friends to try more of their wines.

Orisi was one of the vineyards that we visited during our annual wine tasting event, the Wine and…read moreFood Affair. We were staying in Healdsburg, and one day we chose to walk instead of hiring a driver. We went to mostly tasting rooms around town, but Orsi was the only full vineyard that we visited that day. It was our first stop of the day. When we arrived, just after 11 AM, it was not yet crowded. We were greet by very friendly people working there. They also had some great Halloween decorations still up at the entrance, as this was only two days after Halloween. We enjoyed our first tasted of a nice, mostly dry white called Biancolella d'Ischia. It was a lovely start to our tasting. We then wandered through the tasting room where we met other friendly staff who we spoke with about our recent wine tasting trip to Italy. We then enjoyed a Sangiovese that was paired with a delicious and hearty vegetable tortellini soup. Later, we got to try another couple of Italian wines. Orsi grows grapes from Italy on site in Healdsburg. The vineyard is beautiful. We were just starting to see some fall color the first weekend in November. There is an area in back that is just lovely and looks like it is all set up for a party. There are tables for picnicking and, at that time, there were lots of pumpkins and hay bales. We enjoyed our wine and soup outside. Had we not been there for an event with lots of other wineries to visit, I would have liked to spend much more time there. Inside the tasing room, there were lots of Italian treats and cooking ingredients. I was walking, so decided I couldn't really carry much, but otherwise, I may have gone a little crazy with my shopping. Anyway, for a nice atmosphere and great Italian wine in Healdsburg, I recommend Orsi.

My first time to their location in Sebastopol. I typically go to the one in Healdsburg and enjoy…read morethat location quite a bit. I always come to listen to music- specifically jazz, which they feature quite a bit. The outdoor setting at this location is very nice. I could see it conducive for events or group reservations. I came with a friend to hear the music and there's plenty of seating. There's a huge redwood tree near the table which offers shade and there are also umbrellas in the sunnier locations. They were making pizza in their own pizza oven today- however for a 10 inch pizza I thought $22 was a little bit much. There are definitely a nice variety of Pinot's offered. However, I was in the mood for something chilled and I opted for their Rose of Pinot. I was pleased with the size of the pour but not sure I would order that variety again. I do appreciate that you can bring your own snacks there

Furthermore Wines is a must-visit if you're interested in exploring California Pinot Noir. The…read morecross-section of Pinot Noirs from different vineyards across California is a truly unique experience. We hadn't visited in several years, and we were pleasantly surprised by the significant jump in the quality of the wines. It's exciting to see how much they've evolved. We're already looking forward to bringing our friends here the next time they're in town. If you're a fan of California Pinot Noir, this is definitely a place you should stop.

One of the best small wineries in the area. Fabulous grounds with lavender fields (where we did…read moreyoga) and an antique wooden storage barn and fragrant products like soaps, honey etc. There is also a bocce court and a few special outdoor picnic tables you can reserve for groups. Their wines were delicious; the whites had a hint of elderflower scent and there was a nice, lighter Chardonnay, not too buttery. For reds, the Cab was full bodied and fruity. Their Malbec tastes authentic and showed off the winemaker's South American roots. Our very knowledgeable and cheerful guide Nicole, said the winemaker came from Chile. Her descriptions were helpful and she had a friendly, energetic enthusiasm which showed a true love of her job. The was a good full plate of cheeses and salamis available. They even gave us a "to go" cup to wander around the grounds, so overall it was a very generous pour to sample! Highly recommended to book in advance and allow time to explore the grounds.

Absolutely stunning property with an outside seating area that overlooks rolling vineyards and the…read morehills of Bennett valley. We stumbled across this property on a recent visit with my dad who lives in the area and I'm so glad that we did. We didn't have reservations but we're still accommodated. Chris took us through our tasting for the day and was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and had a ton of great food recommendations for the area. The estate tasting consisted of 6 wines for $35. We were given a delicious pour of their non vintage brut rose as a welcome pour. I enjoyed all of the wine that we tasted through. Somehow during our visit I missed their lavender gardens but that just means I have to plan another visit.

Experienced a private tasting of Harvest Moon in a friends home with Randy recently. He taught us a…read morelot about the region, history and production of his wines. His pride in his wine and processes shined through the entire time and that was reflected in the wine. We loved everything he poured and ordered 6 bottles to enjoy, while we wait to visit his Vineyard this November on a trip to Sonoma.

Harvest Moon is hands down the best Winery in Santa Rosa! Randy was a great host that knew a lot…read moreabout wines and He made me feel welcomed and I was even allowed to "Crush" grapes on my Birthday! So relaxing and refreshing!!! We took home 3 different bottles of wine that captured a smooth, sweet, spicy and savory aftertaste.

You will not be disappointed with the excellent wines at Lynmar…read more I have had the pleasure to visit with my friends and loved ones many vineyards along the west coast many times, traveling from Chapel Hill, NC. The owners, Lynn and Anisysa certainly are sharing their love and investment with those that appreciate great wine. My friends and family will confirm my pleasure of enjoying their Pinot Noir (my preference) and their Chardonnay. You will truly enjoy Trey serving you an excellent wines as Lynmar. Trey is a joy and witty! Truly, Richard, Donna and Bill (Willy Wine World Instagram).

Stopped in today last minute on my way home from Sea Ranch, and I'm so glad I did! The wine is top…read morenotch, and the gardens lovely. But most of all, the staff are warm, welcoming, and know how to make a person feel extra special. Thank you for the conversation and taking such good care of me, Tome! - Beth :-)

Beautiful covered outdoor patio tasting experience! Relaxed, unpretentious and fair prices for…read moreboth tasting, food and retail wines. Just the right amount of guests and tasting servers to make the experience pleasant, relaxed, informative and enjoyable.

The first time I came here was around 2022, when Covid practices were still prevalent and these…read moreguys had a pleasant outdoor tasting area. I specifically came back here with my friends to enjoy some wine and a great outdoor experience with hopefully the same hospitality we got last time. We arrived and we were seated...it is still beautiful, but it seemed like the person who took care of our tastings just appeared to be very distracted and not so into the wine pours...we got small explanations of what we were getting and probably got the smallest tasting pours I have ever encountered anywhere...in which we got five. I thought the price tag of 30pp they would not be so stingy...and we did purchase a few bottles but there was no discount on the tastings even for that. I would highly encourage you to go elsewhere if you want to get a proper tasting. This place is just not the same as it was....what a pity.

Wow. This is my absolutely favorite wine tasting I have done in Sonoma, especially at this chapter…read moreof my life. They are so family friendly - including small kids and dogs! A really well-kept picturesque property where any picture you take is social media ready. We picnicked with the food that they gave us. That was enough, really well packed and delicious. The beet salad/spread was my favorite - so good! We did order their pizza, fries and some additional wine glasses. Enjoyed all the additions. The staff were genuinely nice. And the ambiance was casual enough to bring both the kids and canine family members.

The ambiance and service at Bricoleur was SPECTACULAR! One of the last…read more wineries we visited on our trip and wish it was first! The entire experience was amazing. The wine was fantastic and the gourmet food was the perfect match. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and answers all our questions about taste and food that would complement the wines. The owner of the facility also stopped over and chatted with us. Definitely my first trip on the next visit to Napa & Sonoma.