Frequently Asked Questions

A winery tour is typically a 60-90 minute walk-thru of vineyards, and caves and can include personal visits with winemakers/owners. Your host will explain almost anything you want to know about farming and wine-making. This includes tastings during or at the end of this type of unique experience. Sometimes, these tours are done in groups at the more famous wineries.

Standing or Seated Wine tastings are a great alternative to the tour & tasting and may last closer to an hour. The fees range from $40 - $100+ depending on the winery. Some wineries are very busy, lively, and noisy. Often, wineries can offer a more private experience including sit-down/food pairing. Winery visits typically require a reservation, prepaid by credit card.

Most wineries charge fees from $40 and up per person and will typically waive the fee if you purchase a minimum amount, or if you sign up for their wine club. Considering the tasting costs per person, this can add up (you can sometimes share a tasting).

There are travel routes to better organize the timing of your tour based on where you are staying, whether you are in South, Mid, or North Valley, as well as Sonoma.

There are 3 options for lunch: a picnic at a winery that allows for this, a winery offering lunch or charcuterie, or a restaurant in between winery visits.

It is entirely up to you and I will make all arrangements based on your preference. However, I will recommend getting a hearty meal in the morning if planning to skip lunch!

No more than three to four wineries with lunch for 6-8 hours is optimal, depending on the winery experience. Some visitors may try to visit too many wineries only to feel burned out and rushed without fully enjoying their experience (and sometimes not feeling so well).

I will provide water and some cooler storage during your experience, as well as umbrellas if needed. I do recommend bringing a jacket/sweater along for times when you might be in a cave or cellar tasting as these areas can be cool even in mid-summer.