Meet the Winemaker: Wineries in Sonoma Valley
Updated October 7, 2026
Sonoma Valley has 6 wineries where the winemaker or owner often pours, out of the 70 you can visit. A typical tasting on this list is $45.
Across Sonoma County
Also in Sonoma Valley
- Wineries with tastings under $50 35
- Wineries with scenic views 31
- Wineries with outdoor seating 29
- Dog-friendly wineries 27
- Wineries with food 27
- Kid-friendly wineries 17
- Natural wine producers 16
- Wineries with picnic areas 14
- Sparkling wine producers 12
- Wineries with tours 11
- Walk-in-friendly wineries 7
- Wineries with caves 5
Good to know
Which wineries in Sonoma Valley let you meet the winemaker?
Spill tags 6 wineries in Sonoma Valley for tastings hosted by the winemaker or owner. Walk-ins are welcome at 1 of them, and 3 ask for a reservation. A typical tasting is $45. The winery itself maintains the facts on one of these pages.
How do I make sure the winemaker is there?
Small producers pour themselves most days, but harvest and travel change that. Book ahead and ask when you reserve.