Bella Vineyards & Wine Caves

Beautiful property, fantastic zinfandels, and friendly staff that went above and beyond to ensure we had an incredible experience! We booked the 11am tour for 3 of us in January to celebrate my birthday. We arrived before they opened and were eating an early lunch on their picnic tables when a staff member came out to greet us. We were given a carafe of water, shown where the restrooms were, and told to take our time and come in when we were ready to start the tour as we'd be the only ones on it. FYI the outdoor seating is kid and dog friendly. They started us off with a sparkling wine to celebrate my birthday before the tour began. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the property and the wine making process, and we got to see some of the vineyard, crush pad, and wine cave. The tasting consisted of 6 wines: a Chardonnay, rose, Pinot noir, 2 zinfandels, and a dessert wine. We finished our tasting in a private room in the wine cave. Since we liked their zinfandels so much, they also poured an additional zin, the 2021 Maple Vineyards. The dessert wine was also a fun experience as they brought out a fancy peanut butter cup with salt on top to try with the dessert wine, which created a peanut butter and jelly mix when combined. We unfortunately couldn't stick around to enjoy their property more as we had another winery to visit, but will definitely be back!

Bella Vineyards was me and my family’s favorite winery that we visited while in Sonoma (we went to 5 others)! The tasting experience with Mike was so much fun, the cave was beautiful and unique, and we really enjoyed their wines (they specialize in Zinfandel and Chardonnay). Would highly recommend!

Amazing views, great wine and awesome people. Had a wonderful time tasting wine in the cave and visiting the vineyards. Totally recommend the experience.

Always great to take our family to this beautiful vineyard for a tasting! Absolutely fantastic small winery producing some excellent Dry Creek varietals

A hidden gem-lovely winery with live music and a rustic feel. The wine cave was very cool and everyone working there was so friendly and generous with the pours. Recommend doing the wine cave + tasting-a bit pricey but worth it! Would definitely go back.

Extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. We didn’t do the cave tour, wish we had; doing the tasting in the cave definitely make us want to explore. The grounds are beautiful and relaxing. They are known for their Zinfandel and they were incredible! Deep, dark, chewy wines.

The wine was excellent, but the tour was the highlight. Best “bang for your buck” in Napa Valley. Mike was so informative about the wine making process

One of our favorite vineyards in Healdsburg. A very relaxing vineyard with great wines and friendly staff. The tastings are held out on the main lawn picnic table and inside the wine caves. We had our tasting inside the wine cave followed by a glass of wine outside to listen to the live music and enjoy the spectacular views. The wood fire pizzas looked awesome. We will have to get one next time we come. Highly recommend this vineyard. Thank you for the awesome time.

Our favorite winery in the area. The vibe of this place is just incredibly chill and they are very flexible in tailoring their experience to you. Their wine cave has a room that can accommodate larger parties if you are hosting any type of event. I personally tend to stick with the outdoor seating since you get good views of the vines and can look out across the valley. Both times I have gone they have had a nice soundtrack in the background that is upbeat but not obnoxious. My most recent tasting had a very wide spectrum of flavors with each wine having its own unique character. We hope to come back in the summer when they do events. This place is also kid friendly which is a huge plus for us.

I'm changing my review to five stars because: Ryan the wine maker took time out of his day to educate me on the wine making process and helped me to understand the reasoning for the sediment. After speaking with him, it makes total sense. As I told him, I will be returning in the spring. The theory behind the settlement in the wine is very simple and I will agree with his assessment. The wine was delicious. It was just offputting for me not knowing better and now I do and I can't wait to go back. Thank you Ryan we will be returning in the spring for another cave experience. Loved the ambiance and the grounds.

Bella Vineyards & Wine Caves is a beautiful location in Dry Creek Valley. Its outdoor picnic area shows valley views that are unforgettable while you are drinking their award winning wines including incredible zinfandels. The family owned winery has a wonderful staff and i loved the music that played outdoors on the day I was there on weekend. The caves are always amazing to walk through, and you can do a little hike up the mountainside to see the beautiful valley views. Its a beauty.

We came here during a girls weekend in CA. It is stunning there. I could have sat outside and looked over the ground forever. I loved that the tasting was inside a cave. It made the whole experience feel elevated and cool. All of the wines we tried during our tasting here delicious. We went to the grocery store prior to arriving for our reservation and bought a bunch of cheeses and crackers. The wines paired perfectly with all the food we bought. Our waitress was awesome with giving us information but also not lingering around about the wines and why they are so special. It is never fun visiting a vineyard that makes you feel unintelligent about wine. Luckily, Bella was the exact opposite. We had a great time and would totally go back again.

Came as a visitor and left as friends! It was a nice weekend so I was looking for a winery that was dog friendly! I stumbled along Bella and I couldn't be happier with the decision that I made! The property is absolutely gorgeous and the cave is such a neat experience! Lucy is amazing and I ended up signing up to be a member. The wine is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend a visit when in the area!

Bella Vineyards is well worth a visit. From gracious knowledgeable hosts pouring and discussing wines to amazing wine cave with excellent views, you will not be disappointed with a visit and a sip of their wines.

Beautiful location, even if you don't love wine, the views make the visit memorable. But, the wine is wonderful! Our group of five took advantage of the reservation system and had arranged a tasting outdoors on their lawn with charcuterie boxes. Alex did our tasting and he was very knowledgeable and fun. We all bought wine and will return.

Recently visited with my husband and our puppy and we really enjoyed our time here. Andrew was our host and he was very welcoming, knowledgeable and very easy to talk to. He provided great service and our puppy loved him too (and his treats lol). This place is dog friendly :) They have a nice lawn seating area but they are welcome inside the cave too. I was able to get reservations for tastings on the same day that we visited. it was $30 per person for 6 tastings. All the wines we tasted were great and we ended up leaving with a bottle of the Lily Hill Zinfandel which was our favorite out of the 6 tastings. This was our first visit in Healdsburg and I'm glad we got to stop by here. We will definitely come back!

Awesome family friendly winery. Beautiful location, awesome service. Wines are really great.

We definitely got the royal treatment. Ryan did our tasting & we got to learn so much about how the wines were made & about the winery itself. They put a lot of love into what they do. I've done two tastings with Bella and the wines are really nice. Our group of 6 all LOVED the Essence 2022. We tried Ten Acres Pinot Noir and a few different Zinfandel. All the wines were tasty. The whole party had such a great experience chatting with Ryan and learning about the process. Highly recommend visiting the winery. They are kid friendly too.

Bella was recommended to me by a dear friend, who has been drinking their wines for over a decade, as a great place to take out of town visitors. Fast forward to today, and I've taken multiple groups of people up there over the years- including friends, family, and even coworkers, all of whom loved the ambiance (a legit wine cave!) and the wines themselves. Bella's wines are fairly priced and very good quality, and the winery is a super intimate experience. I actually just signed up as a wine club member the other day, as I've been going for years and it's about time. I'll be taking my parents to one of their events in the near future, and I'm sure I'll be visiting them even more now that I'm a member. Only con is that there's no food really, even for purchase, so plan your trip accordingly to make sure you either have snacks or aren't hungry. Also- they allow up to 6 guests for complimentary tastings, and most places are 4, so that's pretty nice in its own right if you have a bunch of vino friends. Do yourself a favor and get up to visit Bella!

What's to say other than...Phenomenal wine country experience! Alex and staff are super friendly, knowledgeable along with tales to keep you entertained. Gorgeous vineyard and picnic grounds. Take a hike up the trail and take in the views of Dry Creek Valley. The cave experience and wine just put the proverbial cherry on top. Awesome! A true favorite.

Great wine tasting experience, service is fantastic and they give you a warm welcome! Recommend this place 100%.

Caves are cool, it's located under Lily Hill. It reminds me of the Hobbiton. Caves keep the place cool. We came on a Monday, was not at all busy, thank god! Heard it gets super packed in the summer. They let us wine taste in the caves instead of the barn. They allow dogs. The staff was super knowledgeable and outgoing. He knew his stuff very well. The tasting itself is super overpriced at $25. Buy 2 bottles and 1 tasting is waived. We bought 2 bottles- we enjoyed the Lily Hill and another red... forgot which one.

We got there as soon as they opened on a busy weekend, we didn't know we needed reservations until the night before, so we hoped they had space for walk ins. Thankfully we got the last spot left that morning, and we were so grateful! They sat us next to the live musician, which we loved, and the man who served our wine was so knowledgeable about the area, the stories behind the wine, we really enjoyed the service! Everyone was so kind! The wine was very good, the cave was such a different experience wine tasting, we really enjoyed this place! Would definitely come back!

I was told to hit up Bella while driving through Hearldsburg. Dropped by ( they are at the end of the road! LOL ) on a Monday...they suggest reservations...but called at the gate and said COME ON UP! I was greeted with open arms and clean glasses! They specialize in Zins. They seriously have a ZIN for everyone. Many great wineries...but you need to plan on this "destination" winery. Choose great wine, many choices and GREAT people.

Recommend visiting - the tasting was inside the cave. Wonderfully decorated. The staff was friendly and presented a great experience! They are reservation only, but thankfully they were able to fit the 2 of us in today - called ahead. I recommend calling ahead, even several days before your trip to get a time. During the week is less crowded, so call even earlier for a weekend timeslots. Give yourself a few extra minutes to get there bc it's a narrow road, but the views are absolutely gorgeous and so worth it. Beautiful dry creek drive along the way. Clean, nice restrooms. Beautiful grounds and the desert wine experience w/ late harvest & chocolates was wonderful!

A wonderful evening to re-engage with the great outdoors - Bella's wine and pizza pairing is highly recommended!

Absolutely deserves 5+ stars.... I wanted to take my sister somewhere special for her birthday and I'm so glad I found Bella winery on yelp. It was really easy to book over the phone the lady was really sweet and helpful. We pulled up into the parking lot and to our surprise we could hear live music. The musician Sebastian was part of a band called highway poets (check them out)..... he was so good I shedded a few tears of happiness. Such a good mix Americana, Rock, Blues, Soul. He even threw in a little R&B (no diggity) with his own twist. There were table and chair set up safe distancing apart under the trees for nice shade and larger picnic tables near the cave under beautiful trees. We came on the perfect day because it was warm and there was a nice breeze. They set it up so thoughtful with a sign saying happy birthday to my sissy and a vase with handpicked fresh lavender (smelt delish) Our host was Alex he was very friendly and knowledgeable. My sister and I are still learning about wine and all the details with the process behind the scenes. Alex took time telling us a little about the owners of the vineyards and there lovely 3 daughters and there beautiful story. Alex also explained to us about the process of the wine and how magical the land that the grapes are grow on and the process of making the wine. It was awesome we learned a lot. The wine was sooooooo yummy. Alex made sure he checked on us when our glasses were empty and explained each wine in great detail. The food was delicious they served fried chicken with a a salad that had the most delicious peaches and a biscuit with honey butter (sooooooo good) They ended the meal with a raspberry milkshake for a treat. The entire staff was so lovely. Will definitely go back to try out there pizza night with live music under the stars. Note it's first 3 Friday's out of the month to enjoy wine pizza and live music During these challenging times it's places like this that make things a little easier :)

Nice venue in a great location. The caves are beautiful and unique and the hillside vineyard makes for some great hiking. The wines were a little pricey for the quality. I would give it a higher rating if it weren't for the server inside the cave. She was a young girl who seemed to be somewhat disengaged and not particularly friendly - we felt uncomfortable because we didn't feel welcomed

Oh Bella, Bella! You started off as an unplanned visit on our wine tasting journey, and ended up being one of the favorites! While wine tasting in Dry Creek, we decided to stop by Bella Vineyards since we thought it was a winery that was listed as a participant on our wine walk. Unfortunately, we found out that it wasn't, but we decided to stay and do a tasting anyways. And boy, I'm SO glad we did because we ended up having an amazing time here! When you first enter the estate, you'll drive up a small hill that will take you to their main tasting room. The views from the hill alone are just gorgeous! There's a stunning view of their Vineyards just right outside of their parking lot! The front yard has benches and a few games for the kids. They have a small tasting room near the entrance where you can taste and socialize. But the real kicker here is their stunning wine cave! We opted to do the tour of the wine cave which is included in the tasting. The cave is huge! I've been to a few caves before, but they actually conduct tastings in this cave! The whole setup is super fun! There's about 5 or 6 different stations where you can stop off and sample their wines. They have a beautiful room that can be reserved for members or for private tastings right in the cave! The wines are absolutely delicious! They specialize mainly in red wines which is a plus for me because I'm an avid red wine drinker. So let me tell you about them wines, Boo! Tastyyyy! We sampled 6 wines for $15. They waive the tasting fee with a purchase of two bottles. Their 2015 Late Harvest Zinfandel just... did something to me. It was fruity, spicy, fuller bodied... so NOT me, but so delicious! I'd have to say that this was my fave! I probably would have bought this bottle, but we had bought so many already from a few of the other wineries. I also adored their Ten Acre Pinot Noir! It was smoooooth sailing with that one! I'm a Pinot girl at heart, so this wine was just icing on the cake. When we made it to the end of the cave, they showered us with some delicious chocolate! Mmmm, wine and chocolate?! A match MADE! They also had us pick a mystery prize out of their prize bowl, and we ended up getting a free tasting during our next visit! Woo hoo! I can't forget to point out all of the AMAZING staff that we encountered while we were there! Rene, Bob, and John were all excellent! Everyone was super friendly and accommodating! We came super late and pretty close to closing time, but they didn't rush us at all. I will definitely come back here again to do another tasting! Gotta put that free complementary tasting prize to good use!

I discovered this winery a few years ago, a hidden Jem, located at the very end of Dry Creek Rd in Healdsburg! Such beautiful Valley what a scenic drive! I own a small Lemo service in Napa and I find my clients visiting this area more, and more. Trending for sure some people like to refer to Healdsburg as the new Napa! This winery is rustic and next to a gorgeous terraced hillside Vineyard! Bring your camera!!. The cave experience is intimate very fun'. The Sauv blanc was tasty, great Chardonnay' Oh and I love the Growler nice!! Great spot Andre/Executive Car Service Napa Valley

Don't waste your time. Rude staff. Left before even finishing the tasting. I don't write negative reviews typically but I think potential customers should be aware that they're not going to receive quality service.

Best experience and amazing wine... The views are amazing and the yard area is filled with 150 year old olive trees that were moved there. Just breathtaking! $15 a person for wine tasting and you can put that towards a purchase of 2 bottle of wine at the end. You start in the barn for your 1st tasting then you go into the cave for the rest. The cave has these massive old doors and the 1st part of the room is filled with a large dining table and greenery with lights on the ceiling. They have a nice small retail area with a bar for serving your other tastings. They have a wine club so folks were coming by picking up their wine. Ahhhh so lucky. Also, we missed the note about bringing picnic foods as people were sitting on the lawn and picnic tables with really nice spreads of cheese, meats and breads. So be sure to hit Trader Joe's or Olivers before you arrive. A must stop when in Sonoma! This Winery is a true treasure!

Jacky is amazing! She greeted me and made me feel welcomed and she explained the wines very well. She is really professional and dedicated. The place was amazing but Jacky made my experience outstanding. Highly recommend, please visit! Ambiance and service are 1000%

Brilliant setting, gracious staff. Wine cave reservation had to be moved outdoors due to construction and lack of notice is the reason for loosing a star. Likely an ephemeral issue so recommend a visit if you are making the pilgrimage to Dry Creek.

Excellent experience...Cody is amazing, best host ever!! So knowledgeable and fun! He created an amazing relaxing experience, it felt like we were just chillin in someone's dining room. We booked a private tasting here to celebrate a birthday. The caves themselves were what enticed us to come here but the hospitality we were shown is enough to bring us back again! Oh and the wines were really good too!

Hands down the best winery and experience we had in the entire area! Alex and Lily were excellent hosts and went above and beyond to make sure we had a nice experience. Will be back with all my friends and family.

A beautiful little gem, Bella Vineyards and Wine Caves exceeded expectations that makes it worth visiting. During a recent outing in the area, my friends and I were looking for a winery not too far from Francis Ford Coppola. Given the good reviews, we ventured out here not expecting much but definitely were glad we made the trip. What made the experience so enjoyable was the pretty interesting set up of the wine tasting. While most require you to pretty much sit in one place as you rotate through a variety of wines, Bella Vineyards encourages the customers to walk around the grounds. The walk takes you from the outdoors into the caves where barrels of their wines are kept for aging. At the end, for their last wine tasting, they had customers pair it with a beautiful dark chocolate peanut butter cup with a jam made from the Syrah. OMG! It was amazing. Priced at $20 for six wines, it is definitely not a bad deal and if you end up buying a bottle, the tasting fee is waived. In addition to the walking tour, there was also plenty of outdoor seating areas for people to just lounge and enjoy. An ideal afternoon could easily be spent by bringing out a picnic with friends and pairing it with a nice wine. Bella Vineyards is a beautiful winery with a unique walkabout tasting that is both unique and interactive.

Bella Vineyards was extremely welcoming! I highly recommend Alex, he was our host and was amazing!

it's our 40th anniversary and we wanted to do a little COVID safe getaway. We reserved the "Hike the Hill" at 1045am. Spent about 40 minutes walking up the vineyards to a redwood grove with beautiful views of the valley. When we returned we enjoyed a wonderful box of goodies and 5 delicious wines to taste( plus a surprise Ice Cream sandwich paired with a late zin dessert wine) It was $40 per person and we felt it was worth it. Alex and Garret and all of the hosts were very nice. The setting is gorgeous and the tables were well spaced apart. It was fun to buy their delicious Sauvignon blanc in a growler to give as a gift to friends. Their Pinot and Zins are very good! We highly recommend Bella!

As members of Bella that frequently make the two hour drive from San Jose for weekend tastings, this place is the absolute best that Sonoma and Healdsburg areas have to offer. The staff is amazing - they treat you like family and go above and beyond to make your visit to Bella an incredible experience, whether it's a big event or just a regular tasting. They have a beautiful outside space, often with live music and various events and food on weekends. If you're not into the sun, the wine cave has a bar and several tables for a more private tasting option. Reservations are required and can fill up fast, so make sure to call and book some time in advance. You will leave having tasted the best zinfandels of your life, and learned a lot about their wines in the process. I wouldn't recommend anywhere else in the area if you're a wino or just looking for a relaxing vineyard with great people and great vibes!

I'm almost sour as to why we didn't come here sooner. Healdsburg have some really pretty vineyards most of which are family run and owned but this is particularly special cause one could feel being right at home. They produce small batches mostly and feature some if the award winning wines. Their specialty are zins and produce 16 zins throughout the year. The grounds and lawns are beautiful and one could easily spend an entire day here with friends and family. I would recommend bringing a picnic, grabbing a bottle and enjoy the sunshine!

Oh the tour here at Brassfield was awesome. Andrew was very knowledgeable about the wine and gave us an awesome tour of the cave. I have learned to appreciate Zinfandel because of Andrew. Thank you for such a wonderful tour and tasting of all the different wines. My favorite was the Adult PB&J! Oh that was a perfect end to the tour!

A great experience! Wine tasting in a wine cave. Laura was so nice! Great family and wonderful wines! Sebastian Saint James sang and played guitar. Really set the mood. What a voice he has! Just a beautiful setting and delicious wines!

We came here near closing and was luckily still able to try a few wines. We were intrigued since the tasting is in a cave and we like thing that are out of the ordinary. When approaching the winery, there is a patch of grass with games and picnic area where you can chill, lounge and hula hoop. We headed to the tasting room and though it was super cool and beautifully decorated, it was pretty small. Luckily since it was near closing, there wasn't too much of a crowd left. I tried a few of the wines and they were too strong for me. The wines were very rich in flavor where I like mine lighter. Overall, it's a cool, unique winery to go to.

Really beautiful property and cool wine caves. We did a chocolate/cheese/wine tasting in the caves on Valentine's Weekend and while the wines were a bit pricey, the tasting was reasonably priced and very good. We had a lovely time and everyone there was super nice.

There is a FOUR month waitlist to get in DA club. Seriously, there was a disco ball hanging from the ceiling, found out it was from the previous evening's events. Members get not only the typical discounts, but have their own separate tasting area. Well, at least we got a taste of the lovely grape juice in the caves. If you don't believe me just check out all the wine spectator points. Excellent staff, look for Tony, he's a treat.

My sister came to visit me for the weekend and we planned to go wine tasting since it's very popular around the Sonoma county area. We weren't too sure where to go because it was my first time and she has gone wine tasting in other areas besides this one, but a friend of ours gave us a list of recommendations and we decided to try Bella. I must say that my sister and I are so happy we decided to go to this winery. The cave is so beautiful and cozy and we felt completely welcomed the moment we walked in. The staff is very friendly and are very informative about the types of wine they have. The price is amazing ($15 per person for 6 different wines, which also includes chocolate with the last glass of wine!). The staff made us feel very comfortable and we just loved every moment of being inside the cave. They made our experience so much better and I'm happy to say that I'm really excited to come back again, I'll highly recommend this place to my friends and family. When it's a nice day, it's perfect for a picnic outside the cave and the staff will even serve you from outside. I love that they go above and beyond and the winery is in such a beautiful area. Thank you so much for an amazing experience!

What an amazing experience and a beautiful day overall. We thoroughly enjoyed the Bella property, tastings, caves and wines in general! Love the outside benches and picnic theme it has to it. Service was amazing, we almost didn't want to leave! Can't wait to revisit next time we're there!

We had such a great experience in Bella winery! They were such great hosts and we had a wonderful and memorable wine tasting experience! Definitely recommend this place!

Bella is one of my favorite winery whenever I come visit Healdsburg with my friends. They do their wine tasting in the Cave which is very cool. Their staff are super friendly and you can have your wine at outdoor. Bella was founded by a young couple so the design of place tells it all. Tips: Late harvest Zinfandel is their BEST!!

This place is amazing. It's completely off the beaten path and we would have never found it if we hadn't heard about Bella from friends. Fortunately and unfortunately Bella is tucked away from the Sonoma Valley but because of this it wasn't crowded even on a Saturday. Because it's tucked back into the farmland it really provides an oasis away from the city. The caves provide a cool area to hang out in or you can hang out on the adirondack chairs in the sun. We spent a few moments catching up with Michael the winemaker of their Ten Acre wines and learned a ton about the process. Greg made us laugh all afternoon and couldn't have been nicer! Everyone here is exceptionally friendly. We are very much looking forward to coming back and staying in the cabins in the future. Thank you for a very memorable day!

Delicious wine, generous quantity of varietals included in tasting, informative and very friendly staff, beautiful and quaint, trails to walk, and really awesome live music. Highly recommend!

This place is fantastic! My family and I planned a trip to the vineyard, and I wanted to propose to my girlfriend. All of the staff coordinated with me ahead of time and went above and beyond to help setup a unique experience and take us around the property. It made the day even more unforgettable. We will be back!

Bella is one of my favorites in the Healdsburg area. This winery is nestled off the main roads and you are instantly transported with the beautiful views and low key atmosphere. Definitely come here if you are looking for a place where you can take your time with wine tasting. I love that they have a variety of benches, indoor seating, lawn chairs, and mats for sitting on the grass. You are free to move around and explore the surrounding space. Outside food is welcome - I often will pick up lunch from the Healdsburg plaza and bring it here to enjoy with my tasting. Their tastings (6 wines) are typically more Pinot/Zin/Syrah focused, and have ranged from $15 to $20 depending on the time of year. They also provide the option of ordering wine by the glass. And don't forget about the late harvest zin at the end! It's served with a salted peanut butter cup which is always such a delightful way to end a tasting.

This was one of the best wineries we visited during our time in wine country. We stopped while they were offering a chocolate pairing for the wines. We walked through the caves for our wine tasting and chocolate pairings. Everyone was so friendly and provided great information on our selections. It was a great stop and I enjoyed the views of the vineyards as well as the experience of walking through the caves.

Stumbled on Bella when I was searching for wineries in Geyserville, I'm so glad we decided to stop by! Beautiful scenery and amazing wine, I loved the cave setting for the wine tasting. The picnic area was great for the cheese plate we brought as well. Thanks for a great time Bella!

Had one of the best wine tasting experiences at Bella last weekend. We had the pleasure of having John as our host. John was so great to us, very personable and great conversation (he even gave us the best lemon cookie to try, which paired perfectly!!). The wine was amazing, as always. Highly recommend this winery- great wine, beautiful views, and awesome staff.