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Notre Vue Estate & Balverne WineryReservations

Breathtaking…

There are only a handful of experiences in life that can be described as such – a moment so awe inspiring that you take pause.

In 1992, our owners, Bob and Renee Stein, were captivated by just such a moment, as they stood atop a ridge overlooking 710 acres of breathtaking, rolling hills of Sonoma County countryside. This incredible landscape forged over eons would one day fulfill our vision as the Notre Vue Estate. We have established an agrarian heritage through thoughtful determination. The estate vineyards are tenderly cared for and are the foundation for our wines.

Preserving the natural beauty of the land has always been at the heart of our vision. For this reason, the estate includes 350 acres of protected open space land, preserving the beauty of Notre Vue Estate for generations to come. This synergy creates a harmony that supports the abundant wildlife as well as the natural flora and fauna.

Our Tasting Salon is open daily from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Nouveau Tasting: Exclusive Flight of Balverne Reserve Wines. $15 No appt required

Cultivar Tasting: Exclusive Flight of Notre Vue Estate Wines paired with a selection of small bites. $35 by appt

Hértiage Tasting: Winemaker’s Educational Tour and Tasting. $55 by appt

Sauvage Tasting: Estate Tour, Tasting & Lunch. $85 by appt

Visit our website to book an experience today www.notrevueestate.com 

11010 Estate Lane, Windsor CA   |   707-433-4050
WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rhone Style Blends, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Gardens - Flower/Rose/Culinary, Gift Shop, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Wedding Facilities, Winery/Vineyard Tours, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
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Oak Tree WineryReservations
9086 Windsor Road, Windsor CA   |   707-608-5474
WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Tasting Fee, Wines Also Sold By The Glass
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Porter Creek VineyardsReservations

Specializing in estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with small lots of other varietals.

Tasting room next to the farmhouse is open daily from 10:30-4:30.

$10 tasting fee per person refundable with purchase.

Our Holiday Plans:We WILL be open on Thanksgiving Day !!!!
10:30 to 2:30
Our 6th year now.We will be open on Christmas Eve from 10:30 to 3:00We will be open on Christmas Day from 10:30 to 3:00Open New Year’s Eve from 10:30 to 3:00CLOSED New Year’s Day

8735 Westside Road, Healdsburg CA   |   707-433-6321
WINE TYPES: Carignane, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase
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River Road Family VineyardsReservations

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5220 Ross Road, Sebastopol CA   |   707-887-8130
WINE TYPES: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
AMENITIES: Open by Appointment Only
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Russian River VineyardsReservations

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5700 Hwy 116 N, Forestville CA   |   707-887-3344
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WINE TYPES: Barbera, Blended Red Wines, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Whites, Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Family Friendly, Gardens - Flower/Rose/Culinary, Pets Allowed, Restaurant/Food Available, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Walk-Ins welcome, Wedding Facilities, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
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Sunce WineryReservations

Sunce, established in 1991, is located just off of River Road on Olivet Road in the heart of the Russian River Valley. A small untra-premuim winery producing small lots of rare varietals, vineyard designates and classic blends. Quality is preferred over quantity; each release is limited, sometimes to 200 cases or less and many are pre-sold through barrel futures.

1839 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa CA   |   707-526-9463
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WINE TYPES: Alicante Bouschet, Barbera, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, Grenache, Late Harvest Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Muscat Canelli, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Port, Rhone Style Blends, Riesling, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Sparkling Wine, Syrah, Tempranillo, Valdiguie, Viognier, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Bocce Ball, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee, Wireless Internet
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TADDEI Wine/Super SonomanReservations

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7730 Bell Road, Windsor CA   |   707-539-8544
WINE TYPES: Big Red, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Late Harvest Wines, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Rose, Sangiovese, Syrah, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Handicap Accessible, Open by Appointment Only, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wireless Internet
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Twomey CellarsReservations

Our Twomey tasting room and winery on Westside Road is the best place to taste our site-driven Pinot Noirs—only steps from where they are made.

Located just two miles from Healdsburg Square on one of Sonoma County’s prettiest byways, Twomey Russian River Valley features a striking modern design with winding, wraparound patios set into the rolling foothills. The curving roof follows the lines of the landscape, while glass walls give expansive, panoramic views of Mount St. Helena and Geyser Peak.

3000 Westside Road, Healdsburg CA   |   707-942-7122
OPEN: Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 11am – 5pm; Closed major holidays
WALK-INS WELCOME
WINE TYPES: Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Charging station, Gift Shop, Handicap Accessible, Tasting Fee, Walk-Ins welcome, Wines Also Sold By The Glass
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Viszlay VineyardsReservations

A best of class boutique experience, what you’ve come to wine country for.

851 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg CA   |   707-481-1514
WINE TYPES: Alicante Bouschet, Big Red, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Rhone Style Blends, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Evening Wine Tasting, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wireless Internet
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Woodenhead WineryReservations

The winemaking at Woodenhead is pure and simple, or if you will, Burgundian done California style. Our wine is handcrafted from a hard labor of love in tune to the natural rhythm of the land, the water, the air and the seasons. No mechanical pumping is employed. Inoculated yeast and malolactic cultures, hand punching, basket pressing, French oak and California fruit! Small and unique lots are what we’re after, ultra premium being the goal.

Now open for tasting every day except Tuesday from 11:00-4:00.

5700 River Road, Santa Rosa CA   |   707-887-2703
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WINE TYPES: Blended Red Wines, Carignane, Champagne, Charbono, Chardonnay, French Colombard, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Primitivo, Rose, Sparkling Wine, Syrah, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Walk-Ins welcome, Wines Also Sold By The Glass
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Olivet Road Explored

On this route, you will be surprised at all the varietals within a 10-mile radius! From Pinot Noir to Abouriou and Chardonnay to Viognier.

Backyard RRV Fun

With soil lush from the Russian River, Forestville and the surrounding area never disappoint the palate. Gravity flow winemaking and donut pairing will surely entice your taste buds.

 

Russian River Valley Zins

For the serious Zin Lover who thinks that just one Zin per winery just isn’t enough.

Enjoying Merlots

After the character Miles in Sideways spoke disparagingly of Merlot, some Merlot drinkers hid their love of this delicious Bordeaux grape. But many others know better, and stand proud in their love for this noble varietal. We have many stellar Merlots produced along the Wine Road. Here are just a few.

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Savoring Chardonnays

For Chardonnay lovers seeking out vineyard-designated Chardonnays, a trip to the Russian River Valley will seem like Nirvana!

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Pinots...Perfection

Sometimes you just want to try Pinot, and not just one Pinot per winery, but several per winery. If that’s the case, we’ve got you covered. All the wineries listed specialize in Pinots, and make several different vineyard designated or appellation designated Pinot Noirs every year.

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Small Production Pinots

Sometimes you just want to try Pinot, and not just one Pinot per winery, but several per winery. If that’s the case, we’ve got you covered. All the wineries listed specialize in Pinots, and make several different vineyard designated or appellation designated Pinot Noirs every year.

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ABOUT RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY

World renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the Russian River Valley also offers beautiful landscapes as you travel its back roads and byways—acres of vineyards, tree-lined roads, the Russian River, and majestic Redwood trees. A signature feature of the area is the frequent ocean fog that creeps up the Russian River and blankets the land in the evening, only to retreat with the warming morning sun.

Though Pinot Noir is the best-known varietal from the Russian River Valley region, there are many other delicious wines produced in this cooler climate appellation. Try locally grown and produced Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc, and Gewürztraminer if you are seeking some white wine options. In addition to Pinot, red varietals include Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sangiovese to name just a few.

Along with many wine tasting choices, this area offers recreational opportunities like kayaking and hiking, quaint towns to explore, and art galleries to wander through. With several towns in the area, you’ll also find many terrific local eateries. So, go forth and explore!

Quick Facts

Vineyard acres: 13,896
Number of wineries: 94
Tasting rooms in AVA that are WineRoad Members: 74
AVA established in:1983
Key Varietals Produced: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Towns in the AVA

Forestville
Fulton
Graton
Guerneville
Healdsburg
Santa Rosa
Sebastopol

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