10 Sonoma County Wineries to Enjoy Wine by the Glass
A glass of wine and an incredible view of Sonoma County – that may just be the perfect pairing! Here’s our short list of options for the best places to soak up the beautiful scenery with wine by the glass in Sonoma Wine Country.
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, Sonoma
This venerable Sonoma County house of sparkling wine has been prized for its terrace views of the renowned Carneros region for decades. The refreshing outdoor setting and stylish modern appointments enhance this destination and the food and wine tasting experiences.
Breathless Sparkling Wines, Healdsburg
Bringing fun and style to an urban sparkling wine experience, this Healdsburg bubbly specialist pours rosé, brut, and blanc de blancs. They’re served from a bar window in their freestanding tasting room, surrounded by landscaping to create a little oasis in this light industrial district just steps away from Healdsburg’s vibrant downtown.
Siduri Healdsburg Lounge, Healdsburg
This Pinot-a-gogo winery’s spacious digs offer wines by the glass, bottle, and special draft selections. Siduri makes dozens of small lot, single vineyard gems from coveted growing regions along Sonoma County’s cool climate coast. Experience this inviting tasting room in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country.
Horse & Plow, Sebastopol
Tasty, certified organic wines await at Horse & Plow, where a rustically styled “tasting barn” offers a peaceful, relaxed patio with views of the apple orchard and organic garden. Wines like rosé, skin contact Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and old vine Grenache are available on tap from kegs — heirloom apple cider, too.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma
This historic Sonoma Valley winery started in 1859, and today it is more popular than ever. Visit “Gun-Bun” and the relaxing outdoor space they call the “donkey bar,” which looks out over a placid pond and the stunning Sonoma Valley. Enjoy a variety of wines by the glass, like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blends.
Trione Vineyards & Winery, Geyserville
Enjoy the views and relaxing vibes of this winery with its historic stone building (circa 1908), inviting indoor tasting room, garden courtyard with water fountain, picnic tables, and bocce courts perfect for taking in the picturesque Alexander Valley. Refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, hearty Cabernet, and Zinfandel are tops at this winery.
Pangloss Cellars, Sonoma
In a restored 1902 tasting lounge nestled in the historic plaza of downtown Sonoma, Pangloss Cellars is an architectural showpiece where history meets luxury. Sipping wine becomes an adventure in this beautiful building celebrating the birthplace of California and the renowned wine-producing region.
Pax Wines, Sebastopol
Experience this laid-back urban tasting room and winery in The Barlow – a strollable outdoor marketplace in Sebastopol. The family-owned and operated winery produces cool climate Syrah and esoteric varieties, offering wines by the glass or bottle with wines on tap and growlers to go.
Sanglier Cellars, Healdsburg
In the heart of Sonoma Wine Country in vibrant Healdsburg, the warm and welcoming Sanglier Cellars tasting room pours tasting flights and wines by the glass, like exceptional Syrah. Sanglier produced its first vintage in 2006 and continues to craft an array of respected varietals and blends from its vineyards on ridgelines and in rich volcanic soils.
Trattore Farms Winery and Tasting Room, Geyserville
Enjoy sweeping views of Dry Creek Valley while sipping wine on the patio at Trattore Farms. Discover award-winning wines by the glass or carafe. Also home to Dry Creek Olive Oil Company, enjoy a food and wine tasting on the terrace with olive oils, local Sonoma cheese, charcuterie, and current-release wines from their Estate/Reserve menus.
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Written by Sonoma Insider James Knight
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