Sonoma County Wineries With Amazing Views
There are more than 425 wineries in Sonoma County, each with its own distinct scenery. Here is a guide to wineries with standout views if you crave scenic sights while you wine-taste in Sonoma Wine Country.
Viansa Winery, Sonoma, Carneros AVA
The Italian-style Viansa Sonoma winery commands a hill overlooking acres of protected wetlands. It’s an excellent perch for bird watchers during spring and summer migrations and in winter, when the wetlands are at their wettest and full of happy waterfowl. Unique ‘outlook’ structures are available to sip and view in style.
Viansa Sonoma winery: 25200 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA (800) 995-4740
Kunde Family Winery, Kenwood, Sonoma Valley AVA
The vineyards at Kunde Family Winery roll for miles, and although the tasting room is nestled picturesquely in the foothills of the Mayacamas range, visitors can arrange an excursion that’s all about the view — a Mountaintop Tasting van whisks you to a small olive grove with a magnificent panorama of Sonoma Valley and beyond.
Kunde Family Winery: 9825 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood, CA (707) 833-5501
Matanzas Creek Winery, Santa Rosa, Bennett Valley AVA
In spring, nothing can match the view from Santa Rosa’s Matanzas Creek Winery when its extensive lavender fields are in full bloom, creating a striking burst of color amid the corduroy rows of rolling vineyards. Grab a picnic and enjoy an afternoon amidst the rows of beautiful lavender.
Matanzas Creek Winery: 6097 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA (707) 528-6464
Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa, Bennett Valley AVA
Also in Santa Rosa is Paradise Ridge Winery. Their tasting room features an expansive deck that overlooks the vineyards, a sculpture garden, and the Russian River Valley. They, too, offer picnic experiences, featuring local cheese, charcuterie, and freshly baked bread, along with a bottle of their wine.
Paradise Ridge Winery: 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 707-528-9463
Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg, Dry Creek Valley AVA
Perched atop a ridge, this winery offers sweeping valley views and a proud winemaking history that helped put Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on the world stage. Discover a range of special events and tasting experiences, and enjoy these acclaimed wines in the inviting tasting room or on the outdoor terrace.
Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery: 10701 Westside Road, Healdsburg, CA (707) 473-2909
Fort Ross Winery, Jenner, Fort Ross-Seaview AVA
On the gorgeous Sonoma County coastline, discover Fort Ross Winery, which offers a rare tasting room with views of not only vineyards, but of the majestic Pacific Ocean as well. Sip a Pinot Noir as the distant waves provide nature’s best scenery, or catch the sunset and take in the dazzling show across sky and sea.
Fort Ross Winery 15725 Meyers Grade Road, Jenner, CA (707) 847-3460
Whichever winery you visit, close your eyes to better taste the wine and open them wide to take in the scenic Sonoma County views.
Written by Julie Vader
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