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Chateau St. Jean
Kenwood

Chateau St. Jean

About Chateau St. Jean

Since 1973, this Sonoma Valley gem has been crafting elegant, single-source wines that let each vineyard's personality shine through. Think French-inspired vibes, beautiful grounds, and seriously thoughtful small-batch wines.

Tasting Experiences

Belle Terre Experience

$50 per person

A seated tasting experience of five winery exclusive selections from premier Sonoma County vineyard sites, hosted by a knowledgeable educator with beautiful rose garden views. Available daily. Up to 7 guests.

Chateau Experience

$65 per person

A seated tasting of limited Reserve and winery exclusive wines in the elegant surroundings of the 1920's chateau. Your wine educator will guide you through a flight of five varietal selections with sweeping vineyard views or in the richly wood-paneled rooms. Available daily. Up to 7 guests.

Estate Picnic

$70 per person

Begin at a curated market where you select seasonal provisions hand-crafted by the culinary team, then enjoy a flight of estate wines and your picnic in various scenic locations on the property including beneath redwoods, on the lawns, or in the gardens. Self-guided experience.

Chez Nous Reserve Large Group Tasting

$110 per person

A sit-down, private tasting for groups of 8-14 guests in the chateau's dining room. Your wine educator will guide you through a flight of five carefully curated varietal selections. Available Wednesday – Sunday at 10:30am and 2:30pm. 20% gratuity included. For guests 21 and older.

Bocce Large Group Experience

$75 per person (with wine) | $20 per person (without wine)

Relax with friends in an outdoor area with bocce ball, corn hole, lounge furniture, and picnic tables while enjoying wines by the bottle. Available for groups of 8–35 guests. Welcomes guests under 21. 20% gratuity included.

Chateau St. Jean Club Member Tasting

A seated tasting of five wine club-exclusive selections on the Wine Club Patio, exclusively for Chateau St. Jean & Connoisseur Wine Club Members. Relax on comfortable lounge furniture while a Wine Club Ambassador guides the experience. Available daily.

Varietals

Cinq Cépages

When to visit Chateau St. Jean

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Chateau St. Jean

Can you visit Chateau St. Jean? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, October 4, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What is Chateau St. Jean known for?

Chateau St. Jean is known for scenic views, great architecture, cozy, romantic and family-run.

What wines does Chateau St. Jean specialize in?

Chateau St. Jean focuses on Cinq Cépages. Signature bottles include Iconic Cinq Cépages.

How much is a tasting at Chateau St. Jean?

A tasting at Chateau St. Jean costs $50 per person. Chateau Experience is 90 minute seated tasting of Reserve and winery exclusive wines.

Do you need a reservation to visit Chateau St. Jean?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Chateau St. Jean serve food?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean has food available alongside tastings.

Does Chateau St. Jean have a picnic area?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean has a picnic area.

Is Chateau St. Jean dog-friendly?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean welcomes dogs.

Can you bring kids to Chateau St. Jean?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean welcomes children.

How long is a tasting at Chateau St. Jean?

A tasting at Chateau St. Jean runs about 90 minutes.

Does Chateau St. Jean host group tastings?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean hosts group tastings.

Where is Chateau St. Jean located?

Chateau St. Jean is at 8555 Sonoma Highway Kenwood in Kenwood, CA, in the Sonoma Valley wine region. Phone: (707) 257-5784.

When was Chateau St. Jean founded?

Chateau St. Jean was established in 1973.

What tasting experiences does Chateau St. Jean offer?

Chateau St. Jean offers Belle Terre Experience, Chateau Experience, Estate Picnic, Chez Nous Reserve Large Group Tasting, Bocce Large Group Experience and Chateau St. Jean Club Member Tasting.

What are Chateau St. Jean's tasting hours?

Chateau St. Jean is open every day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (from their website, October 4, 2026).

Does Chateau St. Jean have outdoor seating?

Yes, Chateau St. Jean has outdoor seating.

Has Chateau St. Jean received notable recognition?

Forbes Wine Lover's Guide To Sonoma Valley 2025.

Where to find Chateau St. Jean

Chateau St. Jean is at 8555 Sonoma Highway Kenwood, Kenwood, CA, United States, in the Sonoma Valley wine region.

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