ResortRussian River Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 12
Resort at Sonoma County
Wooden beams and floor-to-ceiling glass frame vineyard views at this Windsor property.
Wine LoversCouples Retreat
2.7 mi
Russian River Valley · Sonoma County · Windsor
Martinelli Vineyards & Winery
Six generations farm 470 acres, including Jackass Hill—Sonoma County's steepest non-terraced vineyard.
4.7(126)
Known forCabernetPinot NoirChardonnayZinfandelCave ToursHistoric Estate
About Martinelli Vineyards & Winery
Martinelli Winery, a family-owned establishment since the 1880s, is renowned for its commitment to sustainable farming and quality winemaking. With a legacy spanning six generations, the winery is home to the steepest non-terraced vineyard in Sonoma County, Jackass Hill, where the family has cultivated grapes with a deep respect for the land. Visitors can enjoy a variety of tasting experiences in their historic hop barn, surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Russian River Valley.
Why Visit Martinelli Vineyards & Winery
Jackass Hill Vineyard is so steep the family has farmed it without terracing since the 1880s, coaxing Zinfandel from vines that cling to slopes too vertical for tractors. It's this kind of commitment—135 years of family farming across Russian River Valley, Green Valley, and Fort Ross-Seaview—that shows up in Martinelli's single-vineyard wines.
- Jackass Hill Vineyard is Sonoma County's steepest non-terraced site
- 470 acres of estate vineyards span Russian River Valley, Green Valley, Fort Ross-Seaview
- Martinelli Estate Vineyard Tour & Tasting ($125) walks you through vineyard blocks
- The Collector's Flight ($125) pours 95+ point small-production wines
- Family has farmed the property continuously since the 1880s
The Setting
Tastings happen inside a turn-of-the-century hop barn, weathered wood and high ceilings intact, overlooking Hop Barn Hill Vineyard rows that climb up behind the building. The structure was part of the family's original homestead, and its history as agricultural workspace remains visible. Windows frame views of vines planted on estate land that stretches across three distinct Sonoma appellations.
The Tasting Experience
Walk-ins head to the bar for Hop Barn Tasting ($25), pouring estate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Zinfandel in a casual, stand-up format that suits first-timers curious about the wines. Vineyard Terrace Tasting ($50) takes guests outside to a seated flight overlooking Hop Barn Hill Vineyard, while The Collector's Flight ($125) moves into a private setting to showcase wines that scored 95 points or higher—limited-production Chardonnays and Zinfandels from individual blocks across the property.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Hop Barn Tasting
$25Step up to the bar and experience our dynamic tasting of estate-grown wines, crafted over generations. This tasting is great for novice guests who want to learn more about Martinelli wines. Reservations recommended, 6 guests maximum.
Vineyard Terrace Tasting
$50Relax and enjoy the view of our Hop Barn Hill Vineyard as you taste through a flight highlighting our 100% estate grown Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Zinfandel wines. Reservations required, weather dependent. Contact us to add a picnic lunch or cheese & charcuterie board.
Reservation Required
The Collector’s Flight
$125Taste the very best of Martinelli in this private, seated tasting experience showcasing our most limited, small production, highly rated 95+ point Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, Syrahs and Zinfandels. The tasting is accompanied by an assortment of local cheeses. Reservations required. Please plan to spend 1 ½ –2 hours for this experience.
90 minReservation Required
Martinelli Estate Vineyard Tour & Tasting
$125Join us for a private, behind-the-scenes walking tour through our estate vineyards and winery. Enjoy the spectacular views as you walk the property and learn about the incredible attention to detail that takes the fruit from our vineyards to your glass. Reservations required. April-October, weather permitting. Allow 2 hours for this outdoor experience. Comfortable, closed-toed shoes recommended.
120 minReservation Required
The Pour
Wine list. (27)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bella Vigna Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Blue Slide Ridge Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Bondi Home Ranch Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Lolita Ranch Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Moonshine Ranch Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Sky Ridge Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Three Sisters Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Wild Thyme Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Zio Tony Ranch Pinot Noir 2023 | Pinot Noir | 2023 | ||
Chico’s Hill Syrah 2022 | Syrah | 2022 | ||
Hop Barn Hill Syrah 2021 | Syrah | 2021 | ||
Lolita Ranch Syrah 2021 | Syrah | 2021 | ||
Vellutini Ranch Syrah 2022 | Syrah | 2022 | ||
Giuseppe & Luisa Zinfandel 2023 | Zinfandel | 2023 | ||
Jackass Hill Zinfandel 2023 | Zinfandel | 2023 | ||
Jackass Vineyard Zinfandel 2023 | Zinfandel | 2023 | ||
Lolita Ranch Zinfandel 2022 | Zinfandel | 2022 | ||
Vellutini Ranch Zinfandel 2022 | Zinfandel | 2022 | ||
Vigneto di Evo Zinfandel 2023 | Zinfandel | 2023 |
Bella Vigna Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Blue Slide Ridge Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Bondi Home Ranch Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Lolita Ranch Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Moonshine Ranch Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Sky Ridge Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Three Sisters Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Wild Thyme Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Zio Tony Ranch Pinot Noir 2023
Pinot Noir2023
Chico’s Hill Syrah 2022
Syrah2022
Hop Barn Hill Syrah 2021
Syrah2021
Lolita Ranch Syrah 2021
Syrah2021
Vellutini Ranch Syrah 2022
Syrah2022
Giuseppe & Luisa Zinfandel 2023
Zinfandel2023
Jackass Hill Zinfandel 2023
Zinfandel2023
Jackass Vineyard Zinfandel 2023
Zinfandel2023
Lolita Ranch Zinfandel 2022
Zinfandel2022
Vellutini Ranch Zinfandel 2022
Zinfandel2022
Vigneto di Evo Zinfandel 2023
Zinfandel2023
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Drive Times
From Sonoma hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Martinelli Vineyards & Winery, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse Inn | ~11 min | Book |
| Montage Healdsburg | ~21 min | Book |
| Hotel Healdsburg | ~24 min | Book |
| The Lodge at Bodega Bay | ~32 min | Book |
| Olea Hotel | ~32 min | Book |
| Cottage Inn & Spa | ~43 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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