InnSonoma Valley AVA · Sonoma4.6 · 290
Kenwood Inn & Spa
A courtyard pool ringed with lavender and rosemary sits behind terracotta roofs and stucco walls.
Dog OKKid FriendlyWine LoversRomantic Getaways
★★★★< 1 mi
Sonoma Valley · Sonoma County · Kenwood
Kunde Family Winery
Five generations of Kundes farm 1,850 acres of estate vineyard in Kenwood.
4.7(620)
Known forCabernetSustainableCave ToursMountain ViewsKid-FriendlyDog-Friendly
About Kunde Family Winery
For over a century, five generations of the Kunde family have farmed our 1,850-acre estate in the heart of Sonoma Valley. Our winemaking mission is to carry on that tradition by crafting elegant, estate-grown, sustainably-farmed wines with a real sense of place—beautifully balanced and expressive of our dramatic vineyard landscape.
Why Visit Kunde Family Winery
The Mountain Top Tour & Tasting climbs to an elevated deck with sightlines across Sonoma Valley, ending a two-hour drive through Kunde's volcanic hillside vineyards. It's the rare chance to stand where a family has farmed for over a century and taste what that continuity produces.
- 1,850-acre estate farmed by five generations of the Kunde family
- Mountain Top Tour & Tasting ends at an elevated deck above Sonoma Valley
- Cave Tasting hosted in volcanic hillside at the farthest cave reach
- Daily Tour & Tasting includes Aging Caves access for $25
The Setting
Aging Caves carved into volcanic hillside stretch deep enough to host the Cave Tasting at their farthest reaches. The 202 Lounge anchors the walk-in bar, while the Kinneybrook Room opens to a patio where seated groups settle in for 90 minutes. Above it all, the estate's tasting deck sits at elevation with a direct look down into Sonoma Valley.
The Tasting Experience
Walk-ins pour at the bar during the 202 Lounge Tasting for $25, no reservation needed. The Daily Tour & Tasting spends 90 minutes in the caves and back at the bar, also $25. For a longer sit, the Kinneybrook Tasting pairs estate wines with local cheeses over 90 minutes for $45, and the $100 Cave Tasting goes two hours deep in the volcanic hillside.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
The Daily Tour & Tasting
$25This 90-minute experience includes a guided tour of our Aging Caves followed by an engaging tasting at the bar.
90 min
Kinneybrook Tasting
$45A seated 90-minute wine tasting experience in our Kinneybrook Room and patio, featuring a selection of delicious, locally sourced artisan cheeses.
90 minReservation Required
Cave Tasting
$100This exclusive, intimate setting is carved into the volcanic hillside at the farthest reaches of our caves. Guests will enjoy an in-depth, two-hour tasting that explores our winemaking philosophy, while sampling library and reserve tier wines alongside locally sourced cheese and charcuterie.
Reservation Required
Mountain Top Tour & Tasting
$100This one-of-a-kind two-hour experience begins with a wine cave and vineyard tour, followed by an exploration of our estate that ends at our tasting deck overlooking Sonoma Valley from an elevation of 1,400 feet. Enjoy incredible vistas of rolling hills and grapevines while sipping our most sought-after small production wines, paired with locally sourced artisan cheese and charcuterie.
120 minReservation Required
The Pour
$38$50$40
Wine list. (5)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cabernet Sauvignon Boldly flavored with a complex core of fruit and tannins, our Sonoma Valley Cabernet opens with aromas of raspberry, cassis and baking spice. Waves of rich tannins play across the palate with black cherry and coffee flavors that linger on the wine’s well-structured finish. | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $38 | |
Meritage 202, Destination Series The 2019 Meritage 202 is a full-bodied red blend that pays homage to the winery’s original bonded number ‘202’ given to patriarch Louis Kunde in the 1900s. The blending of five Bordeaux varieties forms a distinct nose of plum, currants and anise. Its heady bouquet is enhanced by opulent, full-mouth flavors of black cherry and dried cranberries. | Red Blend | 2019 | $50 | |
Red Dirt Red The name of this wine pays tribute to the red volcanic soils formed here 5 million years ago on the Kunde estate. Each vintage of Red Dirt Red showcases the astonishingly wide range of grape varieties that grow and thrive in our vivid, rust-colored soils. Aromas of ripe red cherry, plum, and warm toasty oak open the wine, offering a mix of freshness and richness. The palate is bright and energetic, showcasing layered red fruit supported by moderate, well-integrated tannins. A smooth, balanced mid-palate and a clean, food-friendly finish make this a versatile and reliable pairing wine for a wide range of dishes. | Red Blend | 2023 | $40 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Boldly flavored with a complex core of fruit and tannins, our Sonoma Valley Cabernet opens with aromas of raspberry, cassis and baking spice. Waves of rich tannins play across the palate with black cherry and coffee flavors that linger on the wine’s well-structured finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
Meritage 202, Destination Series
The 2019 Meritage 202 is a full-bodied red blend that pays homage to the winery’s original bonded number ‘202’ given to patriarch Louis Kunde in the 1900s. The blending of five Bordeaux varieties forms a distinct nose of plum, currants and anise. Its heady bouquet is enhanced by opulent, full-mouth flavors of black cherry and dried cranberries.
Red Blend2019
Red Dirt Red
The name of this wine pays tribute to the red volcanic soils formed here 5 million years ago on the Kunde estate. Each vintage of Red Dirt Red showcases the astonishingly wide range of grape varieties that grow and thrive in our vivid, rust-colored soils. Aromas of ripe red cherry, plum, and warm toasty oak open the wine, offering a mix of freshness and richness. The palate is bright and energetic, showcasing layered red fruit supported by moderate, well-integrated tannins. A smooth, balanced mid-palate and a clean, food-friendly finish make this a versatile and reliable pairing wine for a wide range of dishes.
Red Blend2023
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Where to Stay Nearby
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Olea Hotel
Guest rooms at Olea Hotel open to private terraces facing Sonoma Valley vineyards.
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★★★3.1 mi
Drive Times
From Sonoma hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Kunde Family Winery, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Olea Hotel | ~8 min | Book |
| Cottage Inn & Spa | ~24 min | Book |
| Farmhouse Inn | ~36 min | Book |
| Hotel Healdsburg | ~42 min | Book |
| Montage Healdsburg | ~44 min | Book |
| The Lodge at Bodega Bay | ~51 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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