18 Best Dog

Pair your favorite things — vino and Fido — at these wineries.

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Mutt Lynch Winery, Windsor: Winemaker Brenda and Chris Lynch's Mutt Lynch Winery is a tribute to [wo]man's best friend. Their tasting room in downtown Windsor allows dogs to run free and play while their owners sip cabernet, zinfandel and chardonnay — all with dog-themed wine labels. The tasting room hosts "Yappy Hour" events and offers water, treats, toys and possible playmates as staff members often bring their pups to work. The winery also fundraises for and donates to national and international animal rescue organizations through its Wines That Give Back program. (Photo by Carol Witter)

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Deerfield Ranch Winery, Kenwood: "May All Fours Be With You" is the motto of Deerfield Ranch's winery dog, Obi Wine Kenobi. The standard poodle frequently welcomes humans and dogs to the winery's 23,000-square-foot wine caves and tasting room. Water is available for pooches and humans can sip Obi Wine Kenobi's White Rex signature wine (the dog graces the Star Wars-themed label) or try Deerfield's Clean Wine, which is low in histamines and sulfites. (Courtesy of Deerfield Ranch Winery)

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Larson Family Winery, Sonoma: You know a winery is passionate about dogs when it makes a dog-themed wine. Three Lab Cab is named after Larson Family Winery dogs Buster, Bubba and Pete. The three labradors greet guests of any species at the winery. The old barn, now a tasting room, welcomes dogs, as does the vast green space and picnic area, where you can play cornhole while your dog relaxes in the sun. Kids are welcome, too. Note: The tasting room at Larson Family Winery was destroyed in a March 3, 2022, structure fire and is temporarily closed. (Courtesy of Larson Family Winery)

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Roche Winery, Sonoma: Located in downtown Sonoma, Roche Winery welcomes dogs and wine lovers with "down-to-earth Irish hospitality." Their patio is popular with locals and Wine Country tourists alike, who huddle around the fire pit and relax under shady trees while watching the world go by — dog by their side. The tasting room offers barrel tastings, snacks, and some of the best people-watching in town. (Courtesy of Roche Winery)

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Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood: When visiting Muscardini Cellars, don't be surprised if you and your dog are greeted with kisses from winemaker Michael Muscardini's golden retriever, Biondi. Biondi and staff welcome well-behaved dogs in the tasting room and on the patio and the green rolling grounds behind the tasting room. Staff offer dogs treats, water and toys. Check the winery's online calendar for upcoming dog-themed events, which include dog photo booths, costume contests, and of course, vino for humans. (Courtesy of Muscardini Cellars)

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Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma: One of the oldest wineries in California is also one of the most dog-friendly. Founded in 1858, Gundlach Bundschu welcomes on-leash dogs to their Rhinefarm, where they pour gewürztraminer and cabernet sauvignon. Pack a picnic and enjoy the patio, which overlooks the estate vineyards, or bring your dog into the historic tasting room, a pet-friendly pick for a rainy day. The winery also sells dog accessories in their tasting room. (Courtesy of Gundlach Bundschu Winery)

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Wilson Winery, Healdsburg: The Wilsons are known for their love of dogs — they even make a dog-themed wine, Three Dog Zin, which features the family's three dogs, Molly, Sydney and Victoria. The staff at Wilson Winery welcomes dogs with open arms, offering pups treats and water, while humans sip zinfandel in the tasting room or on the patio, which overlooks estate vineyards. (Courtesy of Wilson Winery)

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Amista Vineyards, Healdsburg: The owners of Amista Vineyards have decorated their tasting room with dog-themed art and invite their staff bring their dogs to work. You'll also find the winery dogs, two shelties named Torin and Dylan, roaming the vineyards. After taking a self-guided tour of the property with your dog, taste Amista's sparkling and still wines on the patio or in the tasting room, while your pup enjoys a fresh bowl of water and dog biscuits. The winery hosts an annual fundraiser to support dog assistance nonprofit Canine Companions for Independence. (Courtesy of Amista Vineyards)

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Dutton-Goldfield Winery, Sebastopol: Dogs are family at Dutton-Goldfield Winery. Winery partner Theresa Dutton (pictured) serves on the Northwest regional board of Canine Companions for Independence, and her dog sires puppies for the nonprofit that provides assistance dogs to those in need. Dutton-Goldfield welcomes dogs with dog cookies in the tasting room and sells bandanas with a custom dog-themed winery logo. (Courtesy of Dutton Goldfield)

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Lambert Bridge Winery, Healdsburg: Lambert Bridge Winery proudly declares that it's "100% dog friendly." While dog-owners taste the winery's Bordeaux-style wines at the redwood bar, dogs can settle into a dog bed and relax with a bowl of water. After your tasting, grab a bottle and some glasses and wander with your leashed pup through the estate gardens, where picnic tables dot the landscape and doggie bags are plentiful. (Courtesy of Lambert Bridge Winery)

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Sbragia Family Vineyards, Healdsburg: There isn't anywhere at Sbragia Family Vineyards where dogs can't go. They are welcome in the tasting room, on the patio — even in the vineyards. The patio terrace, which overlooks the family's estate vineyards and the surrounding hills, makes for a great chill-out spot for your dog as the staff caters to humans with sauvignon blanc and zinfandel, and dogs with water bowls and treats. (Courtesy of Sbragia Family Vineyards)

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Portalupi Wine, Healdsburg: It's not just Italian wine varietals that rule at Portalupi Wine, dogs do, too. The winery's downtown tasting room is a convenient stop along a dog walk. Sip barbera paired with charcuterie while your dog people-watches through the large, open picture window. The family is a supporter of the local Humane Society and donates proceeds from their wine sales to the nonprofit organization. (Courtesy of Portalupi Wine)

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Horse & Plow, Sebastopol: A true Sonoma west county experience, Horse & Plow welcomes dogs and their owners to their tasting room, located in a historic barn. Treats and water are provided for dogs while humans sip organic and biodynamic wine and cider made from local vineyards and orchards, including the apple trees that dot the landscape around the barn. Bring a picnic — and the kids. (Alvin Jornada/The Press Democrat)

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Landmark Vineyards, Kenwood: Winery dog Tag, a rare breed of golden retriever, runs the show at Landmark Vineyard's Kenwood tasting room. Dogs are welcome throughout the property, where they can wander with their owners into the vineyard, followed by a chardonnay and pinot noir tasting in the courtyard or tasting room for the dog-owners. Dogs get the luxury experience: Fiji water fresh from the bottle served in a bowl. (Courtesy of Landmark Vineyards)

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Dutcher Crossing Winery, Healdsburg: Dutcher Crossing Winery owner Debra Mathy and her winery dog, Dutchess, greet guests upon arrival — including the furry kind. Dogs are welcome in the tasting room, where they can try on winery-branded dog collars for purchase while their owners taste estate zinfandel and other small-production wines. The back patio and lawn offer a grassy, sunny spot to nibble on cheese and charcuterie, and play catch, while overlooking Dry Creek Valley.

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Kunde Family Winery, Kenwood: Fourth-generation winegrower Jeff Kunde invites dogs to accompany their owners on a tasting at Kunde Family Winery, and to join him on a hike through his family's historic vineyards. The four-hour hike, which takes hikers and their dogs through oak woodlands, native grasslands and chaparral, includes an overview of Kunde's sustainable winegrowing practices. The hike also includes a wine tasting and a catered lunch. (Courtesy of Kunde Family Winery)

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B.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen: A longtime dog-friendly winery, B.R. Cohn offers water bowls and treats for visiting dogs to enjoy while their owners taste cabernet sauvignon, olive oil and vinegars in the 1920s ranch home-turned-tasting room. Leashed dogs are also welcome on the winery patio and grounds, which include estate vineyards and views of Sonoma and the Mayacamas Mountains. (Dog owners are requested to bring doggie bags.) Pick up some snacks at the winery's Gourmet Shop for a picnic or bring your pup to their Sunday Live Music series where local musicians entertain wine-loving guests and their pets. (Courtesy of B.R. Cohn)

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Taft Street Winery, Sebastopol: Taft Street Winery is a family-friendly business and that includes dogs. Well-behaved pups on a leash are welcome on the winery's back patio, and they'll receive treats and water bowls during their stay. Guests may also have the opportunity to see the winery dogs, including a German Shepherd named Klaus, who joined the Taft Street family in January of this year. (Courtesy of Taft Street Winery)

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Klaus, the Taft Street Winery dog. (Courtesy of Taft Street Winery)

One quick browse through Instagram or Facebook and one thing becomes clear: There are a lot of people who love wine and dogs (and their kids). Thankfully, if you visit Wine Country, you don't have to choose between the two (or three).

Several Sonoma County wineries are now welcoming visitors to pair vino with Fido in ways which both dog-owners and dogs can appreciate: fine wine and artisan bites for "Mommy" and "Daddy," and treats, vineyard sprints and bowls of water for the beloved pooch.

Click through the gallery above for the best wineries to bring your furry friend.

Julia Green and Maci Martell contributed to this article.