Sonoma Valley · Sonoma County · Sonoma
Buena Vista Winery
California's oldest premium winery since 1857.
Last verified: February 2026
About
California's oldest premium winery, founded in 1857 by Count Agoston Haraszthy, the 'Father of California Viticulture.' The historic stone cellars and press house in Sonoma are a state landmark. Now owned by Boisset Collection, Buena Vista combines 160+ years of history with approachable, well-priced wines.
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Visit Info
Picnic Friendly
Hedge maze, museum, tours
Confirm policies with winery before booking
Tasting Experiences
Current Release Tasting
$35Seated tasting in the historic press house featuring a curated selection of current release wines.
45 min1–10 guests
Includes: 4 wines, seated experience
Barrel Tasting & Winery Tour
$50Guided tour of the 1857 stone cellars and historic caves with barrel tasting, followed by a tasting of reserve wines.
75 min2–12 guestsReservation Required
Includes: Winery tour, barrel tasting, 5 wines including reserve selections
Private Experience
$150Exclusive private tasting in the historic tasting room with wines paired to artisan cheeses and charcuterie.
60 min2–8 guestsReservation Required
Includes: 4 wines, cheese and charcuterie board, private setting
Wines
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 Approachable Sonoma Cabernet with black cherry, plum, and soft oak. Great everyday red. | 🍷Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $28 | |
Carneros Pinot Noir 2021 Elegant Pinot with cherry, strawberry, and earthy undertones. Excellent value. | 🍷Pinot Noir | 2021 | $37 | |
The Count Red Blend 2020 Flagship blend honoring founder Count Haraszthy. Zinfandel-driven with Merlot and Syrah — rich dark fruit, mocha, and firm tannins. | 🍷Red Blend | 2020 | $32 | |
North Coast Syrah 2020 Dark and savory with blackberry, smoked meat, and pepper. Approachable and well-priced. | 🍷Syrah | 2020 | $22 | |
Sonoma Rosé 2023 Dry and refreshing with watermelon, citrus, and fresh herbs. Perfect patio wine. | 🌸Rosé | 2023 | $18 | |
Carneros Chardonnay 2022 Bright and clean with green apple, pear, and subtle cream. Cool-climate Carneros character. | 🥂Chardonnay | 2022 | $24 |
Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Approachable Sonoma Cabernet with black cherry, plum, and soft oak. Great everyday red.
🍷Cabernet Sauvignon2020
Carneros Pinot Noir 2021
Elegant Pinot with cherry, strawberry, and earthy undertones. Excellent value.
🍷Pinot Noir2021
The Count Red Blend 2020
Flagship blend honoring founder Count Haraszthy. Zinfandel-driven with Merlot and Syrah — rich dark fruit, mocha, and firm tannins.
🍷Red Blend2020
North Coast Syrah 2020
Dark and savory with blackberry, smoked meat, and pepper. Approachable and well-priced.
🍷Syrah2020
Sonoma Rosé 2023
Dry and refreshing with watermelon, citrus, and fresh herbs. Perfect patio wine.
🌸Rosé2023
Carneros Chardonnay 2022
Bright and clean with green apple, pear, and subtle cream. Cool-climate Carneros character.
🥂Chardonnay2022
Hours
Monday11:00-17:00
Tuesday11:00-17:00
Wednesday11:00-17:00
Thursday11:00-17:00
Friday11:00-17:00
Saturday10:00-17:00
Sunday10:00-17:00
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