In 2015, Kristina Werner took over as head wine maker at Arrowood Vineyards. Before working with Arrowood, she had the opportunity to travel across Europe, where she developed an affinity for Cabernet dominant Bordeaux style red blends. Her enthusiasm for these kinds of wines, backed by a double-major in Biochemistry and Agricultural Economics at the University of Missouri and a Masters of Science in Viticulture and Enology at University of California Davis, has helped keep Arrowood on the map as a go-to Sonoma destination for fans of Cabernet Sauvignon.
But even before Kristina joined the Arrowood team, they’d been honing their craft with Cabernet production for the better part of 3 decades.
Sonoma County currently plays host to over 13 unique AVAs. Arrowood has long had their hand in the Sonoma Valley AVA, but overtime began to recognize other quality Cabernet producing areas, such as Knights Valley and Alexander Valley. Today, they also source grapes from these high quality regions when concocting Cabernet varietal wines and blends. Blend concentration can vary vintage to vintage, depending on the growing conditions of any given year.
If you’re looking to visit this beautiful property and taste some bold and complex red blends, the tasting room and Sonoma Valley vineyard is incredibly easy to access right off of Sonoma Highway. Note that due to popularity, the winery has recently implemented a reservation policy. Same day reservations may be available, but it’s best to schedule ahead of time. Tasting start at $15 for 4 special wines, which includes their limited production Cabernet Sauvignons. See below for more tasting and tour options.
Tasting
PORTFOLIO TASTING - $15 PER PERSON
Explore Sonoma County through your palate! Sip four of our classic and unique hand-crafted wines including our signature Cabernet Sauvignon. With a selection of both red and white, this tasting is a perfect introduction to our wines.
LIMITED RELEASES TASTING - $25 PER PERSON
Our Limited Release tasting takes aim at the highest quality small-production wines Arrowood has to offer. Showcasing our single-vineyard and reserve wines, this tasting is perfect for the Cabernet Sauvignon aficionado. Hosted daily seated or at our tasting bar.
PRIVATE SEATED TASTING - $40 PER PERSON
Take in the breathtaking views while enjoying a seated tasting in our Estate Board Room. Our premiere tasting option features limited release, single-vineyard and reserve wines, along with one wine from our coveted library collection. Hosted exclusively by our most experienced wine educators, this tasting also includes a cheese and charcuterie accompaniment. The Private Tasting is sure to deliver a truly memorable experience. Offered daily by reservation.
WINE AND ARTISAN CHEESE PAIRING - $45 PER PERSON
This exceptional culinary journey highlights our limited-production single vineyard wines with local artisan cheeses, coupled with expertly crafted accompaniments. This wine country experience promises to be engaging, educational and fun.
**Reservations required. Please leave a message on our reservation line at 707-935-2636. Please allow 90 minutes for experience, maximum 8 guests**
Tasting Price: PORTFOLIO TASTING - $15 PER PERSON
LIMITED RELEASES TASTING - $25 PER PERSON
PRIVATE SEATED TASTING - $40 PER PERSON
WINE AND ARTISAN CHEESE PAIRING - $45 PER PERSON
Amenities
This winery offers Cheese Platters at the tasting room or restaurant.
This winery offers small plates of food during wine tastings. Typically in the form of cheeses, meats or small sandwiches.
This winery offers a wine club that you can join.
This winery offers wine tastings on the property either by walk-in or appointment.
Wine Styles
- Bordeaux Blends
- Dry Red Wine
- Dry White Wine
- Red Blends
- Red Wines
- Rhone Blends
- Rosé Wines
- Varietal Reds
- White Wines
