50 Best Wineries in Healdsburg

“First class wines! Very knowledgeable staff! Beautiful views!“

“I took my boyfriend here for a Californian wine tasting experience and it was so perfect. The vineyards are beautiful and expansive and free to roam through but the service is also just as special. We were hosted by Darren who was extremely knowledgeable about the tasting notes of every wine and the individual process it takes to make each bottle. Darren offered us samples of lots of wines too and we even got a special wine cellar tour that we weren’t expecting. He then introduced us to the family owner of the Dry Creek Vineyard itself (like meeting royalty!). He really made our visit so memorable. If you’re planning a wine tour whilst in the area, this historic site is an essential first stop!“

“amazing wines, the owners are super personable and helpful, the charcuterie and the sangria were delicious!🍷🥂 5 star by far⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Fun time. Awesome grounds too.“

“Such a beautiful winery I do wine tours and have visited many times and clients love Bella“

“Experience is superb! This family winery is large sale but still very close to their hearts. Katie, Hank, Linda and Harry were amazing hosts. Their winemakers were very busy yet still open to answer questions. Highly reccomend!“

“This place is beautiful and there was a sweet feeling of calm and tranquility. Drea was the absolute best! She is very well-versed on the Winery, its products, and the Jackson Family. Loved her stories, her jokes, and her delightful demeanor. I can't wait to go back for another visit.“

“Porter Creek Winery was such a peaceful gem and one of the highlights of our wine country trip. The team (Crystal) went above and beyond to accommodate us, even staying a little late so we could enjoy the experience — and we’re so grateful they did!

The setting was absolutely stunning — quiet, serene, and surrounded by natural beauty. It was the kind of view that makes you want to take a deep breath and stay a while. The wines were just as memorable, especially the Zinfandels — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.

To top it all off, we were greeted by Poppy, the sweetest dog who made the whole experience even more charming. Between the warm hospitality, the incredible wines, and the peaceful ambiance, it was the perfect way to wind down our day.

Highly recommend Porter Creek for anyone looking for a relaxing, intimate tasting experience with a personal touch.“

“The wine was amazing, and equally importantly, we learned a ton from Reed about the art of wine appreciation. He met us where we are from a learning perspective with curiosity and without judgement. Really nice atmosphere, will return again!“

“This is a must stop winery in Sonoma County. My wife and I did the food and wine pairing and had an amazing experience…

Shout out to Gabe, as well! Top notch customer service and was very knowledgeable about the wine making process, food pairing, etc.

Highly Recommend stopping in!“

“We have been members since 2019 and I highly recommend visiting! Not only are the sparkling wines absolutely delicious (my favorites are the sparkling syrah and mataro followed by the sparkling grenache) but it is also beautiful to sit outside. The staff have always been lovely. I highly recommend at least visiting if not becoming a member.“

“What do you get when you cross a mathematician with a grape? Perfect wine! Moshin wine shines with small volume meticulously crafted slow aged harvests. We were lucky to satiate our palates with phenomenal wines and spend our time with our host and wine docent Robin Froman. She is an amazing documentarian of this estate, its wine and wine educator. It wasn’t hard to choose to purchase wines. All around 5-star experience.“

“The tasting room is housed in a lovely, broad building with walls of glass and attractive architecture. There is a raised back patio, but I was glad to see that tastings were held on the front lawn and garden this hot Saturday afternoon. It offers shadier spots, and I chose one along the path that felt like my own cozy corner among the plants and butterflies.

It was still hot under the umbrella! But the tasting room staff kept my water carafe filled.

A few wines stood out among this tasting of five, with two bonus wines offered by the staff: Mazzocco Stuhlmuller Chardonnay Reserve 2022 and Mazzocco Seaton Zinfandel Reserve 2022.“

“Wow what a beautiful view from the patio - and exceptionally dog friendly too! Our host, Josef, was an absolute charmer and knowledgeable too. We did the chocolate pairing which was delightful, and even got a bonus pour or two of some older vintages. Was fun to try the same wine but different year side by side. They also brought my dog a keepsake bowl and “treat flight”. Don’t skip this one!“

“Beautiful tasting room and property. Probably the nicest sit down side by side we did all trip. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff, Bri was great!

I felt the wines were not as impressive here compared to other wineries we visited. I felt bottle prices were high. Could just be me though (not super experienced).“

“Such a relaxing environment and amazing wines“

“Limerick Lane was our first stop during our wine country vacation. I chose all our wine tastings/stops based on small production wineries who farms their own grapes. They also boast Zinfindel for which the region is known for.

They made time for us as walk-ins, even though they were setting up to host an event. The wines were truly outstanding! We left with a few bottles and I recommend NOT leaving without a rose. Out of our entire trip, it was the absolute best.

We also had the privilege to meet the owner, Karen, who has a tender history with the winery. She is smart, kind, and passionate. If you spot her, make sure to say hello.“

“Loved the wines and loved the staff. Kyle is a gem.. super friendly, knowledgeable, entertaining and non-intrusive at the same time. Soda Rock is a hidden gem and I would highly recommend people visit this winery. The cabs are quite amazing for the price point and the atmosphere is laid back and relaxed. Loved it.. will definitely be back and thanks again Kyle! You made our evening much more memorable.“

“The Wine Road is where it's at. Having run 3 different tourist friendly businesses in Sonoma County for the last 20 years, I depend on the hard work of the Wine Road. The amount of traffic that Beth and her team have driven towards my businesses is stellar.“

“A beautiful property with excellent wines. How exciting for Healdsburg to have an establishment experimenting with lesser-known indigenous Italian varietals. I appreciated their approach to making these wines to be paired with food (the Italian way) and enjoyed the lighter, lower alcohol, elegant touch to the winemaking style. It is a breath of fresh air to find a producer like this in California. In their beautiful tasting room, you will find a wide array of imported Italian goods from art, ceramics, candies, food, and ingredients. I enjoyed the display of the different regional flags from the various regions of Italy. Many people don't realize that Italy was only unified in 1861 and how unique the individual regions are. I see the effort made by the Orsi family to demonstrate this on their property. For the locals, beyond the wine, you find some of the best products from Italy. Grazie Mille.“

“J Winery has been one of my favorite places in Sonoma for years, and I’ve proudly been a member for at least the last three. The wines are consistently excellent, but it’s the full experience that makes this place stand out.

The Bubble Room is truly exceptional—Chef Forest creates beautifully paired bites that turn a tasting into a full culinary journey. It’s a must if you’re visiting. The Legacy Lounge also deserves a mention—the cheese pairings there are thoughtful and delicious, and I’ve spent more than one solo afternoon enjoying them with a view.

The setting is gorgeous, the wine is top-notch, and the staff goes above and beyond. Casey, in particular, has made our last two visits especially memorable with warmth and impeccable service.

If you’re in Sonoma, J Winery should be on your list. And if you can, treat yourself to the Bubble Room experience. It’s unforgettable.“

“Visited for a tasting September 5, 2025 at the invitation of friends. Aly A. our Estate Host, led us through a delightful tasting flight culminating in their marvelous 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Oliver Ranch and SJs. Building and vineyards are very scenic. Aly even guided us into the adjacent Cabernet vines that were loaded with fruit, she invited us to pick and taste some of the grapes. So sweet, nearly ready for harvest. Fun day ! Oh, can't forget, We joined their very flexible wine club and look forward to collecting and enjoying their wines into the future.“

“Wonderful service, location, and historically excellent wines.“

“Ellen & Andy did an amazing job to make our experience amazing! We came in 30 min before they closed and that didn't stop them from giving us a full service. We had an amazing experience because of them, very friendly, very accommodating! We bou multiple wines, jam and oil. Highly recommend!! We will definitely be back!!“

“So unfortunately we couldn’t go, they were booked. However, they were the NICEST people, gave us some great recommendations. We got a tiny pour of something very good while they made some reservations for us. They have a beautiful view and we’d love to try them next time we’re up that way. I just wanted to take a moment to express our group’s appreciation for their excellent care of not-quite-customers.“

“Wonderful wine tasting experience!! We reserved a tour with Viator, Food/Wine pairings, so much fun. Our favorite stop was Portalupi. Tim, one of the owners was there to explain everything. Oh their Barbera is divine!! This was our first time to California wine country, so we loved hearing all the helpful info from an expert, he has a fun personality too. We are family now, joined the wine club, all set!“

“I wish we had more time here! Stopped by quickly, by request of my dad on the way by, but so calm, quaint, down to earth, beautiful!!“

“Omg can I brag about how Amazing Ali truly is I love her stories her empowerment her soul her integrity she greeted me with open arms and made me feel so welcome. Wine tasting was the best experience and loved each one she introduced me to. I loved your beautiful boys. Thank you for hosting us ❤️“

“2nd time to Kokomo. What a great place. Amazing wine and staff. We were lucky to get Rob for our tasting. Unlike the crowded big name vineyards in Napa, Kokomo is a gem where they treat you like your the only people in the world and not a number. If you are in Sonoma/Healdsburg and don't go there you are missing out!“

“Had a wonderful tour and tasting with Kat. Loved the history, philosophy of the winery/vineyard and current wine making practices. The food and wine pairings were spot on. Our entire grow up (6 in all) lives EVERY wine we were served which usually doesn’t happen. It was all so well balanced and smooth and just extraordinarily made. Truly a treasured find.“

“exquisite grounds and excellent service from Leo. be sure to ask him for wine pairing advice. he really knows his stuff and explains all his choices.
The wines were very good. the reserve Chardonnay is a good choice even if you are not a white wine drinker“

“Great Wine! The Pinot Noir is wonderful and this Year the Chardonnay is out of sight!“

“Beautiful scenery, great wines & the staff are amazing with great service and knowledge! Really had a fabulous time there!🍷“

“We had a wonderful experience tasting the Merriam wines today and touring the vineyard with Peter Merriam . It was a pleasure to learn about their certified organic growing practices and their beautiful wines. We highly recommend a visit here.“

“Visited Unti on August 31 and very happy we did. They specialize in Italian varietals and we enjoyed every one we tasted. The Fiano, Sangiovese and Aglianico were particular favorites. Great wine and great information if you're a wine geek.“

“They had 21 Pinot Noirs and one Chardonnay which was their first endeavor with that grape. They hit a home run with it. I was even able to get a chilled bottle, just what I was looking for on a hot day. The Pinots were all good, some very dry, some not so much but not jammy.“

“Thank you for the amazing experience and your flexibility. We enjoyed your beautiful property and the delicious wine. We will for sure be back.“

“The entire experience was exceptional. Tara was lovely to work with. Her depth of knowledge and experience with the winery and the wines was very informative. Most importantly, the setting AND the wines exceeded our expectations. Thank you for such a memorable experience.“

“My brother made reservations while we were going to a few wineries in the area.

The day we went was a tad rainy but the weather made the experience more special.

We were greeted by a cute grey tabby while we waited for our table.

Once seated we were welcomed with delicious wines and great ambience.

Slowly other wine tasters left and our group was the last.

Super charming and personalable winery.

Not to mention the wine will blow your socks off.

Highly recommend!“

“We just left a wine tasting at The Drink and had the best experience with Lucy!! She was such a lovely person and very knowledgeable about both the wines in our flight and the area overall. As first time visitors, it was a great experience for us!! Thank you, Lucy and Leo Steen Wines!“

“Outstanding wines and staff!! Mauritson was our favorite winery during our weekend visit to Healdsburg and Geyserville. The staff went above and beyond for us. I made a reservation in advance, they customized our tasting menu to welcome us and even added our pups name to it. They gave our dog a water bowl, and heart shaped biscuit treats—truly a dog friendly place!
The wines were amazing it was hard to pick our favorite. We went home with two bottles of their Sauvignon Blanc, but they have outstanding Zins and Cabs as well. Make sure to add this place to your list!“

“Visited this area for a long weekend and this was our first stop for wine, conveniently located next to our air bnb. We loved the wine and Jennifer was a wealth of wine knowledge. She showed us great hospitality and gave us recommendations on the area. We loved Jane Bond, who was such a sweet cat, and loved this small winery. Gorgeous location and we will definitely be back.“

“Matrix Winery is located on a beautiful property just outside of Healdsburg in northern Sonoma County. Like many of the wineries in this region, pinot noir is a specialty of theirs, but zinfandel and chardonnay are also strong contenders. I was a member for the last three years, and each bottle was quality.

One of the reasons I joined Matrix’s wine club is how much I love their outdoor patio and its view. It's also an affordable tasting at $25. Don't hesitate to ask if you want to taste something other than straight pinot or zin, too! I quite liked a recent 50-50 petit sirah and zinfandel blend.“

“Comstock Wines is set in an absolutely beautiful location. We had a seated tasting with Erik, who was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the wines. He made the entire experience both memorable and enjoyable. I learned a lot about wine, and his enthusiasm truly made the experience unforgettable! We loved the wines so much that my father-in-law even bought half a case to be shipped home to Florida. All in all, it was a fantastic experience.“

“The wines speak for themselves, which is why we purchase and only share them with people who have a developed palate. But the service and experience is why we do the drive again and again. Eric
has welcomed us like an old, cherished friend with each visit. Book Bell Mountain tour if you can. Every visit to this winery is 💯“

“I thought this winery was totally awesome, Tony was very knowledgeable and helpful. The tastings and the food pairings were great. He went above and beyond what we expected, highly recommend.“

“Amazing wines equal to their personable, knowledgeable service, on a farm next to Dry Creek near Healdsburg. From our greeting to our departure, their attention to making the experience special was 5-star all the way. I will be back as a local with my friends from around the country when they visit.“

“One of the best keep secrets of Dry Creek Valley - wow! Kid you not, loved every wine we tried. Dog friendly outdoor seating and you can bring your own picnic. Nadya was very kind and helpful with recommendations. We particularly liked the Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Syrah.“

“This was the first winery my friends and I stopped at on a trip to California. While not a traditional winery in the sense of the vineyards being right next to you outdoors, it doesn't take away from the experience! I came in thinking full well that I don't really care for white wine, and the first one they poured for our tasting was absolutely fantastic! The tasting experience was fun and relaxing in addition to the wines themselves being extremely tasteful. It was so good we stopped by a second time on our way out for more. Arguably, it was my favorite winery in terms of taste. Highly recommend!“