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The Best Wineries in Sonoma & Napa closest to San Francisco
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items My top Sonoma and Napa winery recommendations that are an hour or less from San Francisco. As someone who's worked in the wine industry for over 6 years and has tasted at over 200 wineries, these are my top choices for when you're not wanting to go t...
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Anaba Wines is only 30 miles from San Francisco and a perfect spot for wine tasting with friends. They have a variety of tasting flights, as well as food, and their property even as a pickle ball court!
Anaba Wines
Gloria Ferrer is a classic and well known wine brand that is worth visiting! Their property provides breathtaking vineyard views and they have a variety of tastings and even tours available.
Gloria Ferrer Wines
Viansa Winery offers tours and tastings at their gorgeous hilltop property. They also are a stunning venue to check out for weddings. They are dog friendly, kid friendly, and accept large groups.
Viansa Winery
Rams Gate Winery is at the very gate of Sonoma wine country, so only 40 minutes from San Francisco without traffic. It's an elevated winery and they offer delicious tastings, as well as wine and food pairings.
Ram's Gate Winery
Larson Family Winery is a fun, non pretentious winery that's massive. They allow picnicking and offer wine tastings, wine by the glass, and they also sell snacks. The winery is also kid and dog friendly!
Larson Family Winery
Nicholson Ranch winery is an impressive sustainable winery that offers tastings of their delicious Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and other varietals. They are located 42 miles from San Francisco. The staff here is extremely kind and helpful.
Nicholson Ranch LLC
Donum Estate is a winery like none other! This one is fancy fancy! They even have the largest private sculpture garden in the US that you can book a tasting and tour to explore. It's on the higher end, but is definitely worth it for a memorable exper...
The Donum Estate
Karah Estate is a hidden gem that you've most likely driven by heading up north on 101. They offer delicious and very affordable tastings. I absolutely love their Pinot Noir. Only 43 miles from San Francisco.
KARAH ESTATE VINEYARD
Located in Cornerstone Sonoma, their tasting room is chic and intimate. They host a variety of tasting flights and they're also pet friendly!
Meadowcroft Wines | Best Winery in Sonoma County, CA
Keller Estate winery is a premium boutique winery that is definitely worth adding to your bucket list. They are only 45 minutes from San Francisco, but are by appointment only.
Keller Estate Winery
Napa
Domaine Carneros is a must visit winery. Their known for their gorgeous European style chateau and incredible sparkling wine. They offer a variety of wine tastings, wine and food pairings, and tours.
Domaine Carneros
A darling family owned winery less than one hour from San Francisco. Their tastings start at $55 per person and they've been featured on Wine Enthusiasts top 100 wines!
Sangiacomo Vineyards
A tucked away winery that is worth making the hour drive from San Francisco to. They offer delicious wines and have a beautiful property with gardens and vineyards. They also host musical events, speakers, and more.
Bouchaine Vineyards