Russian River Vineyards

Incredible winery and pet friendly!! Me and my husband tried the red selection and we loved it! They have tasting, by the glass and bottles, they do have a great wine 🍷 to be honest we were very surprised! The location is great and the service very nice, they have a really nice setup and clean bathroom. They also have a food menu which looks delicious but we didn’t have anything because we were saving room for dinner. We will definitely go back!

Great place to get food, taste a wonderful variety of wines and explore a vineyard. We ordered a wine tasting that included five wines. The Classic Cuvee Pinot Noir was my favorite. We started with the Journeyman Salumi Board, and we got the Turkey Pesto Sandwich and the Meat Lovers Focaccia to share. Everything was great. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in the area. And they are dog friendly, if you want to bring your doggies.

My coworker and I recently stopped by Russian River Vineyards and had the pleasure of trying the Pinot Noir from Horseridge Vineyard. The wine was really enjoyable, with a silky texture and a lot of flavor. Our host was laid back, welcoming, and gave us a great recommendation. She was extremely knowledgeable—not just about the wine itself, but also about the region and what makes these grapes stand out. We really enjoyed our conversation with her. One tiny suggestion: those blue umbrellas outside are a little hard to ignore. They stand out a bit too much against such a beautiful, rustic setting! Maybe something a bit more neutral would let the property shine even more. Other than that, we had a fantastic experience.

We popped in because it was the only place along the Russian River serving food. The atmosphere and outdoor patio are absolutely gorgeous, perfect for a late-day snack. The wines, a blend from several vineyards, were enjoyable but not particularly memorable. Overall, it was a convenient and pleasant stop after a day of hiking.

Very nice place. Family and I ate here last week. The reservation system and check in was very easy, and the table was all set up for the group before we got there. Service was nice and friendly. The grounds are very nice and the tables are all outdoor so you get a nice dining experience. Bugs were not really an issue despite being outside. Pretty good full menu, things are a little pricey but the portions were nice and everything tasted great. I had the BBQ chicken focaccia which was excellent. Wine flight was excellent along with the bottle we purchased. Came here because we love wines from the Russian River region so what better place to go.

We made reservations to come here thinking it would be heavy with the Russian River Chardonnays, but once we got there and saw the tasting menu, we simply ordered a glass of chardonnay rather than do a tasting. The place is pretty. Service was very nice and friendly. Restroom was very clean. The wine we had was ok. Overall, it was ok.

I met the owner and wine maker of Russian River Vineyards at the California Wine Festival in Huntington Beach and so we added his vineyard on to our agenda in Napa/ Sonoma. They have a wonderful selection of wines for tasting and purchasing and all their wines are made from grapes from small family owned and run farms. This place makes wine on behalf of the farms and so you will see a broad range of wines and many different vineyard names on the menu. We had a tasting flight the meat board and bought a couple of bottles of wine, it was really warm and relaxed on the patio. The team here is really welcoming and friendly. This place is very laid back and casual, no reservations needed, casual takeout style bites, and doggies welcome. If you are looking for something chilled this is good but not good for a fancier experience.

I'm hoping this review can serve as a notice to the visitors of this winery. I've been a tourist myself, and I try to be aware of the places I'm visiting and how they impact the local community. What was once a quiet rural setting has been transformed into a full-blown event venue disguised as a vineyard. The idea of peaceful country living? Completely shattered by the soundtrack of bass lines and guitar wafting through the hills that seem to get louder every year. But here's the thing, they don’t even have the required Sonoma County permit for hosting events with amplified live music. Judging by the ongoing shows, I can only assume they’re simply paying violation fines and treating the rules as optional. If your ideal wine-tasting experience includes sipping sauv blanc while helping to slowly erode the charm and livability of the countryside, then great, you’ve found your spot. There are many wineries in Sonoma County that offer great wine and respect the rural environment. Please consider supporting those instead.

Wow! What a great Time! We had a blast and the service was awesome. They work so hard here! Everyone was so nice. We look forward to our next visit!

Wow, this place has really gone downhill! First, they serve out of paper cups now! We have been here many times through the years but today was not great. They changed the menu to a sandwich only menu which they serve these focaccia sandwiches that are just big huge doughy pieces of bread with hardly anything on them (for $25-30 each)... it feels like the food is sourced from Costco... And the service was horrendous. It took us over 20 minutes to get water and our order taken and 2 hours to get out of there because our waitress (tall, thin, dirty blonde longer hair) was so slow and she would not stop talking to us and every table. It was the most mundane conversation on earth - talking about throwing up the first time she binged wine when she was a teenager... really weird stuff. She had a nervous tic where she just couldn't stop babbling on, but then her babbling meant she would be behind on all her tables. She was nice but knew nothing about wine but kept wanting to talk about it and wouldn't leave us alone. We didn't have silverware and napkins for so long so after a while I had to just walk up and grab some from the servers station. I honestly don't know who trains the serving staff but they really need to get on top of this kind of thing. It didn't seem like there was a manager on duty although there was an older man as the host who seemed really out of it. I used to love this place but cannot say I would recommend it anymore. They need a competent manager on staff. (Visited late afternoon on 11/23)

Came on July 4th for a wine tasting and despite the scorching heat, my bf and I really enjoyed our time. Our waitress/sommelier was so nice. We had made a reservation for a table the day prior and wine tastings are at the table, which I think is nice because you can order food with your wine too. We ordered the BBQ chicken focaccia which was really good. Light and airy, not too oily, and a little crispy on the edges. Also paired great with the wine. A wine tasting is $30 for a flight of 5 wines. You can share a tasting too. We felt they were pretty generous with the pours. All were very good but my fave was the Chardonnay. Tasting fee is waived with purchase of a bottle - not sure why I didn't just buy one but next time. We were given pamphlets about their wine club membership and there is no pressure to sign up. The grounds are spacious and beautiful. They have multiple picnic tables and a nice shaded patio area. Would def come back again especially to try their other food items, and next time maybe for happy hour. Thanks for a great time, RRV!

Russian River Vineyards was our second stop during Memorial Day Weekend! We had made a reservation in advance, but arrived 90 minutes early, and they were still able to accommodate us right away. Their (dog friendly) patio was huge, and the ambiance was so pleasant. There was plenty of shade, a huge wooden "vino" sign in the front, and a live music performer. Our hostess was very friendly, and walked us through the two different wine tastings they had available. We chose the more expensive of the two, which included 5 different wines. The wine tasting experience was great, but I wasn't crazy about the wine selection overall. They did have some good ones, but nothing super memorable. I did love that a portion of the Chester Wines proceeds go to animal charities! Russian River Vineyards also had a full food menu, and we ended up ordering the Pesto Caprese Focaccia and West County Focaccia to share between the 5 of us. The two focaccias were a good portion size to snack on as a group, and convenient to share, since they were cut up into small slices. The Pesto Caprese Focaccia was fantastic - great flavor combination! The West County Focaccia was also tasty, but a bit too heavy on the caramelized onion. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and the lovely ambiance!

It was first time visiting Russian River, and my friend and I wanted to visit a winery which was a little calmer compared to the ones in Napa/Sonoma. Let me just say, this place was beautiful and I loved the ambiance of the place along with the live music which featured jazz renditions of modern songs. Our server was super sweet and did an amazing job at explaining the menu and providing recommendations. I ended up going with the Russian River flight and my friend got a bottle of Cab. The place was lively but not too overwhelming which we loved! The food was good as well. I would love to come back here and get a bottle next time!

Fun! Fun! Fun! Girlfriend's birthday party was an absolute blast! The customer service outstanding! Food outstanding! Our table setup beneath the Redwood trees was truly spectacular. Musette & Nick our hostess and wine lead were incredibly friendly, genuine and knowledgeable. We had a party of 10 people as Musette kept the food and wine on point and always looking after us. Excellent all around! Much appreciated as Gio the winemaker/owner also stopped by our table to introduce himself and share a few stories and laughs. Big fun! Overall great experience and highly suggested for a day of wine and food. Cheers!

Lovely atmosphere. Cool old truck sitting in the parking lot. Surrounded by trees and a view of the vineyard. The wooden buildings were very inviting and asking for their picture to be taken. You walk up a set of stairs and you immediately find a VINO wall which is perfect for picture taking. The bathrooms are on the opposite side of the walkway. It was an outdoor venue and it was really nice. They had a food menu, which is awesome as it felt like you were having a picnic with your wine. There was live outdoor music too. Staff was friendly and informative. They checked in on us in a timely manner with a smile. We walked out towards the back to view the vineyard. They had another outdoor section possibly used for private parties. I'd like to return and try the food next time.

My beautiful wife and I really enjoyed our experience at the Russian River Vineyards. The property is beautiful. We ate outside and there was someone playing guitar while we ate. It was nice and unobtrusive. I ordered a chicken pesto sandwich and my wife got the focaccia. Both were delicious and they provided good size portions. Our server was attentive and friendly. We would love to go back. It was well worth the visit.

Last weekend wasn't the first time that I've enjoyed the Russian River Vineyards property, but it was the first time in several decades. My Sister-in-Law and brother are members there, and she'd seen an announcement of a Sip & Paint event on the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend. Did I want to go? Sure, why not?! We had other things going on, including both of us not being in peak health, so we waited to commit. At the last minute SIL was able to confirm through the winery that they would take us. Off we went - through the Sonoma County pastoral countryside which got me in the mood to be on the lovely RRV property. Once there, we had to hobble up the stairs to get to the main level, but we took it slow and made it! A few things have changed since I was there last, but the garden patio spaces have only grown to include "The Grove", which is where the painting class was set up at picnic tables under sheltering trees. We were delighted to find that there was a live musician playing his guitar as part of the afternoon's ambiance for diners / wine sippers. They do have a restaurant on site. At the painting event we were able to order wine, soft beverages, and a variety of easy to eat foods as we did our artistic endeavors. We went for focaccia bread with dipping sauce, thinking we might go for pulled pork sandwich later. We ended up sticking with the bread. The menu looked to have lots of delicious options for next time. The woman tending the wine station for the painters also took care of getting the food served. Ours was accidentally forgotten, but was remedied upon request. As we were busy painting, it wasn't a big issue. That being said, I worked up an appetite with the concentration on trying to learn a new skill! All in all, we spent a relaxing afternoon in a beautiful setting with pleasant company and a fun activity, plus great refreshments. Can't wait to return when in the area to enjoy their full menu and more of the ambiance.

Came here for a dog adoption event through Dogwood, but loved the atmosphere here and cannot wait to go back to try their food and wine. Beautiful property, and (obviously) dog friendly

The property here is absolutely gorgeous! And they have a very friendly vineyard cat that walks around and if you get lucky, she'll sit on your lap. I will say that the food was phenomenal here!

Lovely place to sit outside and enjoy some wine and food. Many wineries don't have food option so we thought this was a lovely spot to spend the afternoon. The wine was very drinkable!

Went for happy hour this evening and it was very nice! It was a little cold outside but I have a blanket in the car and that made it perfect. Music was good, hostess with nice, really enjoyed the food which came out very quickly, and the drinks were great! Very autumny vibe and had a great time.

We visit this place as often as we can. Very laid back atmosphere, good food, great service. The wine is top notch too!

I had the perfect introduction to this place. Great weather, good music, and wine flights .

Man oh man! Russian River Vineyards has got it goin' on! Not only is the wine divine, but the atmosphere is so fun and full of life. It's bustling but not overcrowded. Their grounds are pretty large for this area and there are several places to relax and sip away while you're here. This is what I'd like to call a "one stop shop estate". You could stay here all day and have a fabulous time! They often have live music and they offer a generous food menu. Lots of different wines to appease your palate, or you can simply purchase bottles to enjoy right there on the property with family and friends. They typically have an array of different events going on during the year, and they also have some local events and deals like their seasonal happy hours. Many times when it comes to these kinds of "one stop shop" wineries, the wine isn't often the best as people mainly go to have a good time rather than to actually experience a good wine tasting. I can confirm that this is definitely far from the truth. The wine is really good and the sommeliers are very seasoned. I came here for a tasting with a friend last year and we had a lovely time! We were seated in one of their covered patio areas and Leo assisted us with our tasting. This man Leo knows his STUFF! Seriously! He was schooling us on the wines and we enjoyed every single second of it. We also enjoyed just about every wine that we tried. It was a warm day out, so white wines were on my mind. Absolutely adored their white blend, Chardonnay, and Rosé. Their reds (their Pinot Noir in particular) are just as delicious, but their white wines really shined for me. I fell in love with their Confluence White Blend and had to take a bottle home with me. There was an amazing local band playing music on the day that we tasted, and we chatted it up with some super fun locals while we were there. This place just screams good times! I'm so happy that we stopped by for a tasting. Will definitely be planning another visit to their beautiful estate sometime this summer.

Very chill vibe. Such a pretty location. Service, wine, and food were so good! They were able to accommodate a same day, 6 person reservation :)

This is a review for their Happy Hour - specially the one held yesterday to benefit Dogwood Animal Rescue project. I fostered, then adopted a dog from Dogwood. We needed to go support them. This venue is more lovely than ever as they have manicured more of the grounds, added tasting stations etc. They had their full Happy Hour Menu (which is available on their website) and we sampled many things - all quite good. The place was packed but we still received cheerful and fast service - very impressive. Thanks especially to Jef for his help. I highly recommend going any time but happy hour is quite special - enjoy.

Can't wait to go back. Beautiful grounds, great food, amazing staff. Everyone was kind and friendly.

We went to the Happy Hour this last Thursday and weather was beautiful! Service great, music very good and the Sangria is the best . I also had the BBQ Chicken Focaccia and it was so yummy. Very peaceful environment!

First time here and became a member. Very nice ambiance and dogs welcome. Food was great as well.

What a surprisingly great experience. The setting is kind of a much garden - redwood vibe. Very friendly accommodating staff who make you feel like they are happy you are there. We had the wine flights. Two, Chardonnay's, two Pinots and a 2017 petite sirah. Great cheese board - and live music. What a find

We did not enjoy our experience. They advertise that walk ins are welcome, but be prepared that they no not offer tastings to walk-ins- just counter service and wines by the glass (the menu lists flights but they will not sell you the flight). The counter staff was inpatient with the ordering process and not friendly in explaining the way their service works. We were seated all the way in the back of the dirt area, despite there being many spots available that were closer to the front. The table and chairs were cheap plastic, dirty, and covered in pine needles. We ordered two different pinots, neither of which were good. I will say that the food was excellent and generously portioned.

Great tasting experience this weekend at Russian River Vineyards. Party of 7 on a warm Saturday afternoon. great acoustic covers being played on the patio. Our server Amanda, was informative, and not too talkative with just the right combo of charm, wit and wine information. The wine were outstanding and the pours were generous. She even brought me a beautiful flourless chocolate cake for my birthday! Loved this place!

Great ambiance and live music on Friday. We took Wine by flight. The service is quick and they have small bites.

Do you love cats; this place is for you, there are cats you can pet they are very friendly. It's also pet friendly daw plenty of dogs. Will bring my dogs next time. Food was great I had the focaccia bread pizza and the champagne really tasty and well priced for me. Beautiful property and great spots to seat. I walked in with my my husband and we're able to get an amazing patio seat with an amazing view. If you're ever in the are still by you will not regret it.

If you're looking for some of the most beautiful "natural" landscaping while sipping on wine, check out RRV. Unpretentious local ambience. Sipping wine under the redwoods is a much different experience than the views in Napa. This winery has a lot of character and an impressive menu to pair with their wines. I stopped here because they were one of the wineries on the Sonoma County Wine tasting pass: https://explore.sonomacounty.com/checkout/282/sonoma-county-tourism/1563/sonoma-county-tasting-pass. The wines were on par for the area (only sampled 4) but the pours were generous and you can't beat the location and staff. I'll definitely be back.

Absolutely lovely time here!!! I had a large group of 8 college friends stop by last Saturday for a tasting and food and we were not disappointed! The views and service were amazing, not to mention the beautiful live music that perfectly fit the mood. This is SUCH a great spot if you want a really casual tasting. The food was exceptional, and we got so many things on the menu! I recommend the turkey, apple and Brie sandwich. Will definitely be coming back!

Amazing winery!! The wines are excellent and the food is delicious. I love that they are using real plates and silverware now. Felicia was our wine expert today and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We have been wine members here for years but feel compelled today to write a review because of her attention to detail and making us feel so welcome...even our doggie. Don't wait...come visit this winery today...you will not be disappointed.

The grounds are beautiful and the staff is amazing. The wine is some of my favorite. Really enjoy the weekends with the local musicians. Love visiting them!

Russian river vineyards had the best happy hour with delicious food options for small bites and an array of wine varieties. We stopped in for a weekday tasting on a wine country trip and enjoyed beautiful views and food. The small bites felt like they were made in a luxury restaurant. The wine and sangria didn't go unnoticed either. The views during sunset were gorgeous too - this is an amazing place to book and stop in for a tasting at.

We were hosted by Jeana for the tasting flight of 5 wines. We really liked the service as she was friendly and engaging. The outdoor seating is fantastic and you are surrounded by beautiful scenery. Of the flight, we liked two of the wines enough to consider adding them to our collection. We would come back for the atmosphere and scenery.

The space was cute and nicely shaded/covered, but the food & wine were only mediocre, fairly expensive, and the service was incredibly slow. We got our food very quickly, but the 5-wine tasting we did took just over 2 hours because we so rarely saw our waitress. The salads and focaccia and sandwiches were tasty, but the portions were a bit small and the prices were high. The wines were fine.

During our recent Napa/Sonoma trip, my partner and I had heard about the Russian River area as another wine region to explore, but we finally had a chance to do so when venturing though Sonoma. Before our trip, we booked our tasting reservation through the Russian River Vineyards website (or you can also do it through the Tock app - most vineyards use this platform for tasting bookings). No deposit is required at the time of booking. When you have the Priority Wine Pass, you can also get the tasting for buy one get one free. Russian River is a little bit of a drive because it is pretty remote. We were staying in Napa and it took us a little over an hour.. but the drive was very scenic and beautiful, so I highly recommend going. When we arrived at the parking lot, the scenery was stunning and the hillside was breathtaking. We walked up to the tasting area and the lady that checked us in gave us a warm welcome and said we could pick any open table that we wanted. It was such a great way to start the tasting feeling like we were at someone's home. Our tasting concierge was also very friendly as well and continued the warm and inviting atmosphere. Our tasting consisted of 5 wines (mostly Pinot Noirs) for $20 per person (or B1G1 with the Priority Wine Pass). We later learned from our wine concierge that Russian River is known for their Pinot Noirs.. explaining why there were 3 Pinots on the tasting flight. The Pinots were the best I have ever had, with a lot of spice and flavor. Every time you drank them, you had a different experience. We ended up purchasing a bottle of the 2017 Russian River Valley Classic Cuvee Pinot Noir for $38 because we liked it so much. They waived the cost of both of our tastings, so we only paid the $38 for the wine at the end of our tasting. At the end of the trip, Russian River Vineyards was a standout as one of our favorite wineries (for the entire tasting experience and for the wine) across all of the Napa and Sonoma wineries we experienced during our trip.

Beautiful space and wonderful wine. The live music and natural setting make for a perfect relaxing weekend outing.

What a cute little quaint winery. You feel like you're sipping on wines in the woods. They have live music, lots of seating available even in the back overlooking the vineyard, make sure you make reservations! Dog friendly. They even serve some food. We love their meat board. It can feed 4 people! And some of their food items are delicious! Their turkey sandwich is like everything you need to taste in one to bring out your wine. Staff are friendly and the vibe is great. My mother in law is a member. She introduced us here, it's one of her favorites. We bought some pinots, and love their Sauvignon blanc! They sure know how to make good wines. Love it.

I always have a relaxing time at RRV. I've been a member for about 12 years and seen some changes but it is still one of my favorite wineries to visit. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful. It is a beautiful locale - take some time to hike west past the vineyard to the walking trail just beyond the property line. By the way, I wish they would bring the restaurant back - so far it is just snacks and lunch-type meals.

What a great spot for wine tasting and outstanding food. The best lunch we had in the wine country and fabulous wines to go with it. Will definitely return . Service was impeccable and the dining area outside was perfect

Nice little place. We did a tasting on a weekday and there was even live music. Staff were knowledgeable and attentive. Loved the wine! We bought a bottle of RRV Bella Luna Pinot Noir and had a couple flatbreads. When you buy a bottle of wine the tasting is free. The flatbread was nothing special, if it were heated up longer it would have been better.

Wonderful place! The wine and food was so good. The focaccia bread with veggie toppings filled me and my friend up easily and we split a charcuterie too. I loved our server Genevieve who was so kind and personable. I would come back!

Went on a Monday with our pup and got there close to opening time at noon and loved their beautiful patio area. We were warmly greeted by Felicia who made our whole experience very fun. We were also fortunate to meet the great owner Gio. We enjoyed a delicious and reasonably priced bottle of Gewurztraminer and a turkey sandwich. This is a beautiful winery and we will definitely be back!

Very relaxing, great views, good food / snacks, customer service and live music. So chill.

Came here on a Thursday afternoon and had the nicest birthday experience. The staff was friendly, the garden surroundings beautiful and we enjoyed the wine tastings with delicious food. We liked that we got to sit and relax without any rush. They had fun 80s music playing in the background and when we were heading out a live musician was on. We ended up buying a couple of bottles of the sparkling wine! Will definitely come back!

Really like. Wonderful atmosphere for spending afternoon outside with friends to enjoy good wine and tasty food. I've been here several times and always enjoy myself. Friendly staff. Easy parking.

The roads out here are very narrow, generally with zero shoulders, overhung with oak trees, and twisty as a corkscrew. With someone behind you who typically drives them 10-20 mph over the limit. Hidden driveways abound, making me wonder how many times residents have been hit trying to get on the road. Suddenly I see a sign that says "Russian River Winery" as I fly past. I want to stop! Luckily, there is a small junction, a dirt road to a local cemetery, so I pull in and turn around. As we drive down the winery driveway, we spot what looks to be a building built 150 years ago, but then we see other rustic, but newer ones as well. We enter the main building ... but no one is there. There is a sign that points to Wine Tasting, which ends up in an odd place. A woman appears "Can I help you?" "Wine tasting?" I ask with lifted eyebrows. "Over there" across a courtyard, and a completely separate area. Nick comes out to show us to a table; we find one out of a cool breeze that even has a heater, and settle in. We are happy to see they have an onsite restaurant, as it is now past lunchtime. We order a Focaccia Bread; they customize the toppings to our preferences, and we dig in, accompanied by tastes of their wines. Oh, and I HAD to wander around the grounds, taking photos of several vintage vehicles and the huge trees (Redwoods?) that dotted their grounds. Their wines were interesting. The first Pinot Noir I tried had a distinct taste of dill pickle, not exactly pleasing to my palate. The next one was much better, but then Nick brought out the Petite Sirah, and it knocked my socks off, and I had to get a bottle. Somehow we learned that they had also made a sparkling wine from Pinot Noir and Zinfandel. What? That's crazy - but it was only $20, so we took a flier, buying it taste untested.

Love this beautiful music and ambiance. Great place. The Music is. amazing The hummus is good. You have to like curry seasoning. Maybe just a bit too much? The pasta salad is carrots with curry! The Turkey Brie and focaccia is amazing. Pork sliders are really good too. Great space. Wonderful accommodation welcoming staff. The music is great!!

Amazing atmosphere to explore. The outside area is spacious, clean, rustic feeling, cozy, and perfect for an evening of listening to live music and sipping wine with the sunset. You're taken care of here at Russian River Vineyards and you feel like you belong here. The vibe is chill and homely. They're also the only winery around to enjoy Charbono wine at. There's even an organic farm to walk around on the property and soak up the tranquility that this family winery exudes. Cheers

This place is the bomb! They make the best turkey sandwich ever. The Pinot noir is to die for. The service given by Jeff is five star. I love this place.

Russian River Vineyards is the best! We went there this afternoon to have a tasting with friends and once again. Beyond the best service ever. Great wines and a crime brûlée tasting too! They had music playing and we were inside outside seating m. Thank you for the best time, wine and service! Love being a member here!!