Buena Vista Winery

The Vibe

Buena Vista Winery is just a few minutes from Sonoma Plaza. It feels though like it's far away as you traverse a handful of windy dirt roads that seem to be heading nowhere. Were it not for some very well placed signs reassuring you that your GPS isn't broken, you would never think you were heading towards a beautiful winery. Buena Vista feels like a state park with much tree cover and an old country barn feel to it. California's first winery, Buena Vista has a rich history that is well documented on the walls of the tasting room. Plenty of picnic tables are available though not much in terms of open lawn space for blankets. Buena Vista is an ideal place for an elegant mid-size group event (a rehearsal dinner comes to mind). Their grand dining table harkens back to an elegant occasion held a hundred years ago.

Particularly good if you are seeking

• Good Pinot Noir or Chardonnay
• Small group picnics (lots of shade, leashed dogs OK)
• A historical perspective of California wine country
• A place to host a small to mid-size event (dozens of people would work, hundreds might not)

Not good for

• Large group events
• Blanket picnics

Known For

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay

Phone Number

1 707-938-1266

Website

http://buenavistacarneros.com

Address

18000 Old Winery Road
Sonoma, CA 95476

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