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8 Unique Winery Experiences in California
4991 Suisun Valley Rd
Fairfield, CA
Monday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Here are a few ideas to enjoy California's wine country destinations through a completely novel lens.
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Wheeler Farms: Experience Napa Valley’s rich agricultural history 🌱
588 Zinfandel Ln
St. Helena, CA
Monday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Every experience at Wheeler Farms celebrates both the agricultural and viticultural excellence of the Napa Valley. In addition to more than seven acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc, the estate is home to a heritage fruit tree orchard, olive trees, edible gardens, as well as chickens and bees. Tour the estate orchard and gardens, which boast an unobstructed view of the estate vineyard with majestic Mount St. Helena in the distance. Wheeler Farms welcomes guests by reservation only.
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Cass Winery: Experience a vineyard on horseback! 🐴
7350 Linne Rd
Paso Robles, CA
Monday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
With more than 250 wineries in SLO CAL, there is a wide variety of tasting experiences for everyone. Experience the vineyard in a whole new way, on horseback, with a ride from Central Coast Trail Rides. Take a safe, relaxing ride, guaranteed to take you to another place in time.
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MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa: Enjoy a full sensory stay in the heart of wine country 💆♂️
29 E MacArthur St
Sonoma, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Influenced by culinary, art, design, and wine experiences available across Sonoma, the iconic 64-room MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa creates a full sensory stay—including a curated Sēfari ‘Bathe in Nature’ immersion. Home to an impressive collection of more than 100 distinctive pieces from independent artists around the country, MacArthur Place also introduces several artists-in-residence throughout the year. Guests and the local community are welcomed to experience unique, gallery-quality works of art.
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DAOU Family Estates: Take in panoramic views of wine country 🤩
2777 Hidden Mountain Rd
Paso Robles, CA
Monday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy an elevated winery experience at DAOU Family Estates with panoramic views of wine country and extensive mountain terrain. Try a private Cabernet experience, savor a diverse flights of wines, or take a vineyard excursion.
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Hearst Ranch Winery: Sip on wine while overlooking the bay in San Simeon 🌊
442 Slo San Simeon Rd
San Simeon, CA
Monday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Located in a cliffside building with soaring ceilings, plentiful seating, and an accompanying food truck, this tasting room is the perfect place to stop along the Pacific Coast Highway. Enjoy wine at the dog-friendly outdoor tables with sweeping views of the bay.
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ONX Estate Vineyard: Have a vineyard picnic in SLO CAL 🍴
1200 Paseo Excelsus
Templeton, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Find unique vineyard experiences at ONX Wines estate in Templeton. In addition to wines and local products, guests can enjoy a vineyard picnic, afternoon tea, and even an ATV tour! • Vineyard Picnic: Enjoy a private picnic area and basket including a bottle of wine, locally-made sandwiches, water, and a choice of garden or fruit salad. • Afternoon Tea: This experience includes 5 ONX wines paired with locally made tea sandwiches and pastries. • ATV Tour: Drive an off-road vehicle around the vineyard and taste the wine right where it is grown!
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LOLA House: Have a unique wine tasting experience in Calistoga 🍇
916 Foothill Blvd
Calistoga, CA
Monday:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Originally built in 1892, the LOLA House is a quaint and welcoming tasting room located in the historic town of Calistoga at the northern end of Napa Valley. Experience its classical architecture and an impressive display of art. Founder and winemaker Seth Cripe is also one of the world’s only producers of bottarga, a caviar delicacy found on the menus of some of the world’s best restaurants. His wines and bottarga conservas can be enjoyed together at the LOLA House.
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BOTTAIA Winery: Become a winemaker for the day in Temecula Valley 🍷
35601 Rancho California Rd
Temecula, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
12:00 – 7:00 PM
Thursday:
12:00 – 7:00 PM
Friday:
12:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 – 7:00 PM
Sunday:
12:00 – 7:00 PM
Become a winemaker for the day at the Blending Lab within BOTTAIA Winery in Temecula Valley. The 90-120-minute experience takes you through a step-by-step process to taste four varietals of young, red wine taken straight from the barrel then blended into three separate red blends. BOTTAIA will bottle, cork, and capsules your favorite wine on the spot to take home.