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
★★★★3.1 mi
Sonoma Valley · Sonoma County · Santa Rosa
St. Francis Winery
Joe Martin planted his first vines here in 1971, and St. Francis now farms over 400 certified sustainable acres.
4.8(1,588)
Known forCabernetFood PairingArtisan FlightsDog-FriendlyPicnic AreaSustainable
About St. Francis Winery
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards has been a cornerstone of Sonoma County winemaking for over 50 years, producing award-winning wines from sustainably farmed vineyards. Founded by Joe Martin in 1971, the winery is known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, with a focus on fruit-driven wines that reflect the diverse terroir of the region. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views, exceptional wine and food pairings, and a rich history that celebrates the essence of Sonoma.
Why Visit St. Francis Winery
The Wine & Food Pairings experience delivers five courses from Executive Chef Peter Janiak for $150, served in a dining room that overlooks estate vineyards. Secrets of Sonoma pairs four wines with Janiak's seasonal mezze scape at $70, walking through how acidity and sweetness shift each sip.
- Over 400 acres of 100% certified sustainable vineyards farmed across Sonoma County
- Executive Chef Peter Janiak curates seasonal mezze for Secrets of Sonoma ($70)
- Wine & Food Pairings deliver five courses for $150 in the Estate dining room
- Winemakers Katie Madigan and Chris Louton lead fruit-driven production
- Joe Martin founded the property in 1971 with first plantings
The Setting
St. Francis Winery anchors a 400-acre expanse of certified sustainable vineyards that roll east from the tasting facilities toward Sonoma Valley benchlands. Winemakers Katie Madigan and Chris Louton, alongside Vineyard Director Jake Terrell, work this estate ground that's been under vine for over five decades. The Estate dining room faces rows planted by founder Joe Martin starting in 1971, framing mountain vineyards beyond.
The Tasting Experience
Artisan Flights start at $45 and walk through winery-exclusive collections with a host who explains what sets each bottling apart. Secrets of Sonoma adds Executive Chef Peter Janiak's seasonal mezze scape to four wine pours, spending 90 minutes on how sweetness and acidity change what you taste. Wine & Food Pairings take over the Estate dining room for five courses matched to five wines, priced at $150 and running two hours.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
Artisan Flights
$45A Tasting Flight of our winery exclusive collections, guided by a knowledgeable host through a masterfully selected line-up of our celebrated Sonoma County wines.
Reservation Required
Secrets of Sonoma
$70An immersive wine pairing education that unveils the hidden nuances of our wines, featuring a seasonal mezze scape curated by Executive Chef Peter Janiak. This experience explores how sweetness, acidity, richness, and bitterness interact with wine, set against the stunning backdrop of our Vineyard Portico.
Reservation Required
Wine & Food Pairings
$150A five-course fine dining experience highlighting Sonoma County’s diverse agricultural and culinary traditions, presented in our elegant Estate dining room with stunning vineyard views and engaging introductions by knowledgeable wine educators.
Reservation Required
The Pour
Wine list.
Wine details aren't available online.
Contact St. Francis Winery directly for current offerings — visit their website or call (888) 675-9463.
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Where to Stay Nearby
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HotelSonoma Valley AVA · Sonoma4.8 · 194
Olea Hotel
Guest rooms at Olea Hotel open to private terraces facing Sonoma Valley vineyards.
Dog OK*Kid Friendly*Wine EnthusiastsRomantic Getaways
★★★5.5 mi
Drive Times
From Sonoma hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to St. Francis Winery, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Olea Hotel | ~14 min | Book |
| Cottage Inn & Spa | ~22 min | Book |
| Farmhouse Inn | ~32 min | Book |
| Hotel Healdsburg | ~37 min | Book |
| Montage Healdsburg | ~39 min | Book |
| The Lodge at Bodega Bay | ~48 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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