Bennett Valley Wineries
VerifiedCoursey Graves Estate Winery
$$Experience breathtaking views and exceptional wines at Coursey Graves Estate Winery.
VerifiedHook & Ladder Vineyards & Winery
$Experience the legacy of Russian River Valley winemaking at Hook & Ladder Winery.
VerifiedSt. Francis Winery
$$$Experience award-winning wines and breathtaking views at St. Francis Winery.
VerifiedHarvest Moon Estate & Winery
$$Experience the elegance of Russian River Valley wines at Harvest Moon Estate and Winery.
VerifiedMatanzas Creek Winery
$$$Famous lavender fields and excellent wines.
VerifiedKendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens
$$Experience the ultimate wine, food, and farm-to-table destination in Sonoma County.
VerifiedParadise Ridge Winery
$Experience award-winning wines and breathtaking views at Paradise Ridge Winery.
About Bennett Valley
Bennett Valley is one of Sonoma County's hidden gems — a small, wind-cooled valley nestled between Sonoma Mountain and Taylor Mountain. The Petaluma Gap wind corridor funnels Pacific breezes through the valley each afternoon, creating one of Sonoma's coolest growing conditions.
This cooling influence makes Bennett Valley ideal for aromatic white varieties and elegant reds. The region's Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc have been gaining recognition, and the handful of wineries here offer an intimate, uncrowded alternative to more visited areas.
Known For
Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Terroir
Wind-cooled valley with volcanic soils between two mountain ranges
Best Time to Visit
Summer and early fall for the best weather