The Alexander Valley Appellation, Sonoma County’s largest AVA, is in a picturesque valley approximately 75 miles north of San Francisco, California. It’s located north of Healdsburg and east of Geyserville and stretches 25 miles from north to south with the Russian River meandering through. Alexander Valley comprises 15,000 vineyard acres and 42 wineries. Book with us at Windsor Wine Tours to experience an incredible and unforgettable experience in Alexander Valley. Alexander Valley is a magical place that will leave you in awe by it’s beauty and world-renowed wines!
What is Alexander Valley known for?
While one of the most diverse climates to grow grapes, Alexander Valley is best known for having world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. Even though Alexander Valley has exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, it also produces incredible Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel, and other Bordeaux varietals. Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignons are known for their ability to age gracefully, developing rich, complex flavors over time. The views in this valley are truly breathtaking and there are so many hidden gems to discover in this wine region. Alexander Valley is a premier wine region known for its rich, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. The area boasts a long history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. Featured below is Acta Wines in Alexander Valley, which has incredible Cabernet Sauvingnon and other amazing varietals including Pinot Noir, Sauvingnon Blanc, and Chardonnay.
Exploring Alexander Valley on a Wine Tour
This is a wine region that attracts visitors from around the world and they fall in love with the stunning scenery and incredible wines. For this reason, it’s a coveted destination for wine enthusiasts. One of the many things that makes this valley unique in the many boutique winereis and family owned wineries in the area, each with its own distinct style and approach to winemaking. One of the many reasons that people choose to go on an Alexander Valley Wine Tour with us is because this valley offers exceptional wines, stunning natural beauty, breathtaking rolling hills, charming rural landscapes, and breathtaking vineyard views!
How many wineries are in Alexander Valley?
With over 40 wineries in the Alexander Valley, you are sure to have an incredible time on an Alexander Valley Wine Tour. Our guests love exploring the hidden gems with exceptional hospitality that can be found throughout this beautiful valley. If you are looking for more popular well-known wineries with exceptional views, you can find these here as well. In all in the experience that you are looking for and this valley truly has something for everyone!
Other reasons to visit Alexander Valley
This region is known for its hospitality, making it one of best wine destinations to visit. Healdsburg and Geyserville are known for having amazing restaurants, making it a wine lover and foodie’s dream. On an Alexander Valley Wine Tour, you will experience picturesque views. This views are stunning in the Alexander Valley, making it a beautiful destination to go wine tasting in.
It is much less commercial than Napa, so you will find popular and well-known wineries such as Jordan Winery and Robert Young as well as more hidden gems such as Acta Wines. There are many family-owned wineries with exceptional wine that you can choose from, making your experience to Alexander Valley unforgetable. You will find incredible Healdsburg wineries, Geyserville wineries, and Cloverdale wineries in this wine region. This place is filled with hidden gems and family owned wineries with a rich history with the land.
Restaurants in Alexander Valley
There are so many amazing restaurants to choose from in the area to have on your wine tour. Some of our favorite restaurants in Alexander Valley are: Diovola and Catelli’s
If you are looking for a fine dining experience, Cyrus is a Geyserville gem with where Michelin-starred artistry, impeccable service, innovative plates, and panoramic views of Alexander Valley all come together to provide a truly unforgettable culinary experience. If you are in the area, you can also visit the Bubble Lounge at Cyrus. Windsor Wine Tours also provides dinner transporation if you are considering this amazing culinary experience. For more information, call or visit us at Windsor Wine Tours.
For those that book with us, we can always provide sandwiches and you can enjoy them at the Geyserville Scupture Trail. You can sit on one of the picnic tables, take in the amazing sculpture art, and enjoy your meal. Let us know in advance, and we can pick up sandwiches for you to enjoy on your wine tour.
Where to Stay
Depending on the experience you are looking for, there are many vacation rentals in the area, and you can even rent guest houses at the wineries if you want to stay on a vineyard. Healdsburg is nearby and has a downtown area if you want to be in walking distance of wine tasting rooms and amazing restaurants. There are several hotel options in the downtown Healdsburg area. The Geyserville Inn is also close to Alexander Valley. Nearby, you can also stay at Pinschower Inn in Cloverdale.
Wineries in Alexander Valley
Garden Creek Ranch Vineyards and Winery
Book your Alexander Wine Tour with Windsor Wine Tours. Let us craft an amazing Alexander Valley Wine Tour for you! We custom tailor each of our wine tours to your wine preferences and the elevated experiences you are looking for.
If you are staying multiple days in the area and want to check out nearby wine regions in addition to Alexander Valley, check out our Healdsburg Wine Tours, Dry Creek Valley Wine Tours, Russian River Valley Wine Tours, Sonoma Valley Wine Tours, and our Sebastopol Wine Tours.
