About Woodenhead Winery
Recently updatedThe winemaking at Woodenhead is pure and simple or, if you will, Burgundian done California-style. Our wine is handcrafted from a hard labor of love in tune to the natural rhythm of the land, the…
Tasting Experiences
Wine Tasting
Enjoy wines served inside the tasting room and outside on the deck with views overlooking the Russian River Valley. Drop-ins welcome though reservations suggested.
Varietals
Recently updatedPinot NoirZinfandelChardonnayFrench ColombardCharbonoMuscat BlancBlanc de BlancNaturale SparklingPetite Sirah
Good to know about Woodenhead Winery
Can you visit Woodenhead Winery? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Woodenhead Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 3, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.
What is Woodenhead Winery known for?
Woodenhead Winery is known for picnic-friendly, outdoor seating, scenic views, walk-ins OK and boutique.
What wines does Woodenhead Winery specialize in?
Woodenhead Winery focuses on Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, French Colombard and Charbono, and more (from the winery, October 2, 2026). Signature bottles include Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Pinot Noir Russian River Valley (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
How much is a tasting at Woodenhead Winery?
A tasting at Woodenhead Winery costs $35 (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Do you need a reservation to visit Woodenhead Winery?
No, Woodenhead Winery welcomes walk-ins (from the winery, confirmed September 3, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery serve food?
Woodenhead Winery doesn't serve food on-site (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery have a picnic area?
Yes, Woodenhead Winery has a picnic area (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Is Woodenhead Winery dog-friendly?
Yes, Woodenhead Winery welcomes dogs (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Can you bring kids to Woodenhead Winery?
Yes, Woodenhead Winery welcomes children (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery offer vineyard tours?
Woodenhead Winery doesn't run formal vineyard tours (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Do I need to be a wine club member to visit Woodenhead Winery?
No, Woodenhead Winery does not require a wine club membership to visit (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Where is Woodenhead Winery located?
Woodenhead Winery is at 5700 River Rd in Santa Rosa, CA, in the Russian River Valley wine region. Phone: 707-887-2703.
When was Woodenhead Winery founded?
Woodenhead Winery was established in 2002 (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Who makes the wine at Woodenhead Winery?
The winemaking at Woodenhead Winery is led by Nikolai V Stez (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
What are Woodenhead Winery's tasting hours?
Woodenhead Winery is open Thursday through Monday, 11-4 (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery have outdoor seating?
Yes, Woodenhead Winery has outdoor seating (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery waive the tasting fee with a wine purchase?
Waived with puchase (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Does Woodenhead Winery have a wine club?
Yes. Club members will receive discounts*, prereleases, special vintages, and invitations to member-only special events (from the winery, October 2, 2026).
Our winemaker will personally select the fine handcrafted wines for each shipment. As a Woodenhead wine club member you will receive a discount* on wine purchases, including our Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, etc., as well as complimentary wine tasting at our tasting room.
You will also be notified in advance of the release of any wines so you may order them at your wine club discount* rate before anyone else has them!
Twice a year (Spring and Fall) you will receive a shipment of wine. Our wine pricing is approximated based on the discounts* which are applied to our retail wine prices. Shipping and any applicable taxes are additional and will also be estimated in the checkout below.
Does Woodenhead Winery farm sustainably?
Yes. Woodenhead Winery describes its farming as sustainable, organic or biodynamic.
Has Woodenhead Winery received notable recognition?
Woodenhead 2025 French Colombard “Halfshell White” Gold Medal, 93 points, 2026 North Coast Wine Challenge (from the winery, October 2, 2026). Gold Medal, 92 points, 2026 Sunset International Wine Competition Woodenhead 2023 Muscat Blanc Gold Medal Winner, 2024 Mendocino County Wine Competition Woodenhead 2022 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley Gold Medal Winner, 94 PTS, 2025 California State Fair Gold Medal Winner, 92 PTS, 2025 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge Woodenhead 2022 Pinot Noir, Morning Dew Ranch, Anderson Valley Gold Medal Winner, 90 PTS, 2026 American Fine Wine Competition Woodenhead 2021 Pinot Noir, Starbridge Vineyard, Sonoma Coast Double Gold and Best of Class Winner, 98PTS, 2024 Sunset International Wine Competition. Gold Medal Winner, 2024 SF Chronicle Wine Competition Gold Medal Winner, 2024 Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition Woodenhead 2021 Pinot Noir, Buena Tierra Vineyard, E Block, Clone 115, RRV Double Gold, 95 points, 2026 California State Fair Woodenhead 2021 Pinot Noir “Wet Kiss”, Russian River Valley Gold Medal Winner, 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Where to find Woodenhead Winery
Woodenhead Winery is at 5700 River Rd, Santa Rosa, CA, United States, in the Russian River Valley wine region.