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Best Dog Friendly Wineries Sonoma – California wine regions are generally dog-friendly, but it pays to do your homework before heading out with your pup. Call ahead to confirm the property’s pet policy, including weather and seasonal availability. (Please note that some local laws may restrict dogs to outdoors only.) Please specify when booking if you wish to bring your dog so that the host can make appropriate arrangements.
Regarding pet etiquette, the wineries ask that you respect their approved rescue areas and always wear a leash. Keep in mind that dog-friendly wineries often have resident dogs, so consider whether your dog will enjoy interacting with others. Below are nine wineries in Napa Valley and Sonoma Country that are especially dog-friendly.
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Dogs are welcome at all of Jean-Charles Boisset’s California properties, but Frenchie Winery is a dog-friendly tasting room named after the puppy Boisset gave to his wife, Gina Gallo. Nestled among Raymond’s 2-acre nature theater, Frenchie’s pet-friendly furniture and outdoor patio provide a peaceful setting. “The basement should be a place to relax and where people find their rhythm,” Boisset explains. “We think dogs are part of that.”
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At all of Catherine and Craig Hall’s tasting rooms (including sister wineries Baca and Walt), guests are encouraged to bring their dogs. A visit to the salon may include special dog treats and water bottles as souvenirs. Their annual Harvest Hounds event has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the Napa Humane Society.
Dogs have long been a part of Honig’s history. In 2005, Michael Honig helped train golden retrievers to be “sniffers” to detect the pheromones of deadly female mealybugs feeding on vineyards. In 2017, Yellow Lab Honey joined the family as a diabetic dog to help monitor their daughter Sophia’s type 1 diabetes. Today, Ella, a golden retriever puppy, is the winery’s dog who greets guests. Honig is still pet-friendly, with water and treats available for furry guests.
Often working in the tasting room, Ella (left) is the last of the Honig Vineyard dogs. (Courtesy of Honig)
Saint-Super has a long history of being pet-friendly, and her dog is a headband. (The winery is currently recruiting from rescue organizations in Northern California to fill that role again.) And winery VP Michael Scholz’s boxer, Angus, or “Gus” for short, can often be found in the vineyards. The winery has hosted dog-related book signings and is offering canine visitors a “wonderful year of water” with a variety of dishes.
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Your pup won’t be your only four-legged friend at Tamber Bay Vineyards at Sundance Ranch, a world-class equestrian facility that trains horses and shelters the abused and neglected. With your dog on a leash, you can visit the stables and yard to meet some of the horses. Guest dogs can also walk for free in the property’s outdoor park. The staff provides plenty of water (dogs should also be hydrated on the day of the wine tasting) and tasty treats that not only go with the wine, but can also be safely shared with your four-legged friend.
Tamber Bay is a popular stop for people traveling with their pets, with an outdoor tasting area and space for dogs to roam safely. (Courtesy of Tamber Bey)
“Dogs are part of the family,” says President Tom Davis. “We always thought it was important to include them here.” Over the years they have organized events such as Pamper Your Pooch and V. Sattui Dog Days. Today, whether you’re tasting wines or dining under century-old oaks, your four-legged friend is welcome.
Dutton-Goldfield has long regarded dogs as ordinary pets. Vineyard partner Teresa Dutton is a Northwest Regional Board member for Companions Responsible for Dog Independence. It is a national non-profit organization that provides highly trained service dogs for people with disabilities. Dutton-Goldfield hosts regular fundraising events throughout the year (with photo booths, dog salons and mobile veterinary services) to support the organization. Outside of events, dogs are welcome at any time with treats and tummy cleaning.
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You and your canine companion can recharge on one of Kunde’s dog walking experiences through the Sonoma property. Organized by fifth-generation winemaker Jordan Kunde, this challenging four-hour hike from the valley floor to the Mayacamas mountain range combines stunning scenery with wine education. The adventure ends with a well-deserved wine tasting and lunch. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Dogwood Animal Rescue Project and the Sonoma County Humane Society.
Chris Lynch says dogs are part of the visit here, with free dog food and beds available. When Lynch and his winemaker wife Brenda founded the winery in 1995, they decided to share their love of dogs with brands and bottles including Merlot Over and Play Dead and Domaine du Bone. “We wanted to make good wine at an affordable price and create a name, brand and attitude that reflected us.” Over the years, Mutt Lynch has worked to raise money for local and national animal rescue organizations.
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Larson Family Winery, Sonoma: Larson Family Winery produces a dog-themed wine, Three Lab Cab, named after the winery’s dogs, Buster, Bubba and Pete. Dogs are welcome in the tasting room, lawn and picnic area where you can play corn while your dog relaxes in the sun. (Larson Family Winery)
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Roche Winery, Sonoma: Watch the world go by on the firehouse patio, shaded by a dog, a firefighter and trees. The tasting room offers barrel tastings, hors d’oeuvres and some of the best viewing in town. (Roche in Cave)
B. R. Mine Winery, Glen Ellen: This Glen Ellen winery offers bottled water and treats to visiting dogs. Leashed dogs enjoy views of the courtyard and winery, including vineyards and the Sonoma and Mayacamas mountains. (BR Kon Cellar)
Deerfield Ranch Winery, Kenwood: “May the four be with you” is the motto of Obi Wine Kenobi, the dog at Deerfield Ranch Winery. Water is available for dogs and dog owners can sample the delicious grapes from the vineyards. (Deerfield Ranch Winery)
Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood: Biondi, winemaker Michael Muscardini’s golden retriever, and his staff welcome well-behaved dogs in the tasting room, on the patio and on the green space behind the tasting room. Dogs can expect treats, water and toys, as well as dog-themed activities. (Tombs of Muscardini)
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Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg: With a “super” dog-friendly reputation, the community of more than half a dozen boutique wineries is a hub for winemaking and tasting. Bacchus Landing is also family-friendly with bocce courts and lawn games, as well as a large outdoor patio and five tasting rooms, including Smith Story Wineries and resident Goldendoodle Lord Sandwich. (Smith Story Wineries)
Wilson Winery, Healdsburg: The Wilsons make a dog-themed wine called Three Dog Zin, featuring the family’s three dogs, Molly, Sydney and Victoria. The staff greets the dogs with food and water while people sip zinfandel in the tasting room or on the terrace overlooking the vineyards. (Cave Wilson)
Dutcher Crossing Winery, Geyserville: Dogs are welcome in the tasting room, where they can wear winery-branded dog collars for purchase while owners can sample zinfandel and other small-batch wines. The back patio and lawn is a great place to eat cheese, pie and play fish. (Dutcher Crossing Winery)
Horse & Plow, Sebastopol: Located in a historic Lääne County barn near local vineyards and apple orchards, Horse & Plow welcomes dogs and their owners to the tasting room. Babies are given food and water. (Alvin Jornada / Presse-Democrat)
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Marimar Estate Vineyards and Winery, Sebastopol: Owned and operated by the Spanish-American Torres family, this outdoor, dog-friendly winery. Guests will also find larger-than-life dogs in the vineyards – 10-foot metal statues of their owners, Chico and Bonita. (Sonoma County Tourism)
Mutt Lynch Winery, Windsor: Winemakers Brenda and Chris Lynch’s winery is an ode to wine and four-legged friends. The tasting room hosts “Yappy Hour” events and provides water, treats, toys and potential playmates, as employees often bring their sons to work. The winery collects the Wines program, which also gives money to animal rescue organizations. (Cave Mutt Lynch)
Black Kite Cellars, Freestone: This family-owned winery welcomes dogs on the property to a three-day Pooches & Pinot celebration at Jasper House, Black Kite, 12-14. in July 10:00 – 17:00. Newly opened wine tasting room from Fristone Cellars. The event includes tasting flights of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, as well as healthy dog treats and black kites.
