I will be heading to Sonoma in october. 2 days in bodega bay and 3 in Healdsburg. I know the zin wineries I want to visit. But interested in some Pinot wineries to visit. I am not in the AFWE category. I like my Pinots bigger with fruit and higher alcohol. Looking for recs on places to visit. Thx
Hartford and Woodenhead who both have great zins as well. Joseph Swan makes great pinots but toward the more elegant side and really great zins. Schedule an appointment at Scherrer-great wines across the board and if you get a chance to taste with Fred it is a bonus. Siduri might be right up your ally also-make an appointment.
Holdredge, with a tasting room in Healdsburg, is a good option.
If you want a fancy, scenic tasting that now requires an appointment, Gary Farrell used to be a good one. I haven’t been in recent years and since they changed to the appointment format.
A good walk in to consider is Hartford. Lovely property, friendly folks. Good selection of Pinot and zin.
Some great recommendations above for Healdsburg esp. Holdredge & Davis Family which are very close.
I would also suggest Emeritus as it is a beautiful property and tasting room near Sebastopol but it depends on your route between Bodega Bay and Healdsburg.
At risk of re-directing this thread I’m tempted to ask - who would be the quintessential AFWE Pinot producer in Sonoma ?
I can definitely set you up for some VIP treatment at Siduri tasting room (in Healdsburg or Santa Rosa) and also help out at Hartford. Drop me an email at adam.lee@siduri.com