Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 123
Silver Oak Alexander Valley
Silver Oak makes one wine — Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon — and has since 1972.
Reservation
$$From $50
Alexander Valley Wineries
7 wineries to explore|Known for Cabernet Sauvignon
About Alexander Valley
Alexander Valley grows all five classic Bordeaux varietals across 15,000 acres along a 25-mile stretch of the Russian River. With only 33 wineries, it offers an unhurried agricultural experience — Sonoma's answer to Napa's Cabernet country, but with significantly fewer crowds and lower tasting fees.
Alexander Valley is Sonoma County's warmest major wine region, making it the go-to appellation for bold, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon. The valley stretches along the upper Russian River northeast of Healdsburg, with benchland and hillside vineyards that capture long hours of sunshine.
While Cabernet is the star, Alexander Valley also produces excellent Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. The region's larger estates and scenic, rolling hills make for dramatic vineyard views, and its slightly off-the-beaten-path location means a more relaxed tasting experience.
Top Experiences in Alexander Valley
- Alexander Valley Vineyards — Sonoma's largest underground wine cave with barrel tastings
- Jordan Vineyard & Winery — Cabernet Sauvignon specialist with food pairings and 360° views
- Stonestreet Estate — mountain excursion vineyard tour with lunch
- Hanna Winery — veranda tastings with local cheeses and petanque
Local Tip
Alexander Valley is Sonoma County's warmest major wine region and grows all five Bordeaux varietals. Combine a morning here with an afternoon in Dry Creek Valley, just minutes away via Healdsburg.
Known For
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay
Terroir
Warm benchland and hillside vineyards along the upper Russian River
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall; summers can be warm
Wineries in Alexander Valley
7 wineries to explore — sorted by rating, verified wineries first.
Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 144
Jordan Vineyard & Winery
The 1,200-acre estate produces only Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon since the 1970s.
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$$$From $60
Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.9 · 125
Zialena Winery
Mark Mazzoni built Zialena around ten open-top concrete fermenters in 2016.
Dog OKKid Friendly
$$From $40Preview
Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.5 · 768
Francis Ford Coppola Winery
Francis Ford Coppola's Geyserville estate pairs Diamond Collection wines with a bocce court, pool deck, and movie memorabilia.
$From $25Preview
Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 152
Seghesio Family Vineyards
Five generations since 1895, this family still farms the same Zinfandel vines their ancestor planted.
Dog OKKid FriendlyPicnic
$From $20Preview
Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.7 · 152
Soda Rock Winery
Ken and Diane Wilson opened this family winery in 2000 with two tasting locations in Healdsburg.
Picnic
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Alexander Valley · Sonoma4.7 · 150
Trentadue Winery
The Trentadue family planted these 208 acres in 1959 on land established in 1868.
Dog OKKid FriendlyPicnic
$From $25Preview
Day Trips in Alexander Valley
Where to Stay Near Alexander Valley
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Dog OK*Kid FriendlyWine LoversRomantic Getaways
★★★★
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