Larson Family Winery
23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma, CA, 95476
Located in the Los Carneros American Viticultural Area (AVA, which stretches across parts of Napa and Sonoma Counties, Larson Family Winery was founded in 1987. Since then, it has turned out consistently excellent wines, many of which have won prestigious awards. Its facilities are equipped for visitors of all ages.
The basics
Though Larson Family Winery was founded in the late 1980s, its land has been in the family for over 120 years. Today, the winery cultivates chardonnay, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, gewurztraminer, merlot, and pinot grigio grapes of exceptional quality, as well as other varietals in nearby plots. That said, you don’t need to be a wine lover—or even of age—to spend an enjoyable afternoon at Larson Family Winery. The estate describes itself as “a family- and dog-friendly winery,” and it welcomes visitors to picnic, play bocce, meet its goats, and otherwise enjoy its idyllic surroundings.
Larson Family Winery is included on Sonoma County wine tours from San Francisco; small-group excursions provide a personalized way to explore the region.
Things to know before you go
- Walk-ins are welcome at the winery’s indoor tasting area, though groups of six or more should call in advance.
- Tasting flight costs are waived if two or three bottles of wine are later purchased.
- Reservations are recommended for the picnic area outside, especially on weekends and holidays; tasting fees are not waived with bottle purchases for those seated outdoors.
- The winery hosts a harvest party in late summer each year, which includes grape stomping, live music, and other festivities.
How to get there
Larson Family Winery is located in Sonoma, California. From San Francisco, it’s roughly a 1.5-hour drive—take US-101 to CA-121. Alternatively, book a visit as part of a tasting tour for seamless sightseeing logistics.
When to get there
The Larson Family Winery is open daily from 10am–5pm (last pours are at 4:50pm). It is closed each year on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. As the winery hosts many open-air picnic tables, it’s best to visit during the spring and summer months to take full advantage of the pretty scenery.
Overnight Accommodation
For those wishing to stay in the area following a tasting tour, the Larson Family Winery hosts two cozy properties—the Civil War–era Captain’s House and the Vineyard Cottage—on site.
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