Sonoma Valley & Glen Ellen
Sonoma Valley, the “Valley of the Moon,” is where much of California’s wine history began. Today it pairs historic estates with a relaxed, neighborly feel.
Why it’s special
The historic Sonoma Plaza, charming Glen Ellen and Kenwood, and a wide range of wines from Zinfandel to Cabernet to Chardonnay.
How we plan it
A historic estate, a family winery and time on the plaza, or a quieter day through Glen Ellen and Kenwood.
Pair it with
Lunch on the plaza, Jack London State Historic Park, or a spa afternoon.
Best for
History lovers, relaxed first-timers, groups.
When to go
Year-round.
Sample day
10:30 Pickup 11:00 Historic estate tasting 12:30 Lunch on Sonoma Plaza 2:00 Glen Ellen family winery 3:30 Kenwood tasting 5:00 Return
Questions
Is Sonoma more relaxed than Napa?
Can we combine Napa and Sonoma in one day?
Sonoma Valley & Glen Ellen
Sonoma Valley, the “Valley of the Moon,” is where much of California’s wine history began. Today it pairs historic estates with a relaxed, neighborly feel.
Why it’s special
The historic Sonoma Plaza, charming Glen Ellen and Kenwood, and a wide range of wines from Zinfandel to Cabernet to Chardonnay.
How we plan it
A historic estate, a family winery and time on the plaza, or a quieter day through Glen Ellen and Kenwood.
Pair it with
Lunch on the plaza, Jack London State Historic Park, or a spa afternoon.
Best for
History lovers, relaxed first-timers, groups.
When to go
Year-round.
Sample day
10:30 Pickup 11:00 Historic estate tasting 12:30 Lunch on Sonoma Plaza 2:00 Glen Ellen family winery 3:30 Kenwood tasting 5:00 Return
Questions
Is Sonoma more relaxed than Napa?
Can we combine Napa and Sonoma in one day?
Sonoma Valley & Glen Ellen
Sonoma Valley, the “Valley of the Moon,” is where much of California’s wine history began. Today it pairs historic estates with a relaxed, neighborly feel.
Why it’s special
The historic Sonoma Plaza, charming Glen Ellen and Kenwood, and a wide range of wines from Zinfandel to Cabernet to Chardonnay.
How we plan it
A historic estate, a family winery and time on the plaza, or a quieter day through Glen Ellen and Kenwood.
Pair it with
Lunch on the plaza, Jack London State Historic Park, or a spa afternoon.
Best for
History lovers, relaxed first-timers, groups.
When to go
Year-round.
Sample day
10:30 Pickup 11:00 Historic estate tasting 12:30 Lunch on Sonoma Plaza 2:00 Glen Ellen family winery 3:30 Kenwood tasting 5:00 Return
Questions
Is Sonoma more relaxed than Napa?
Can we combine Napa and Sonoma in one day?
THE VINE KEY
Serving Napa Valley, Sonoma County & San Francisco
Transportation provided by CPUC-licensed charter-party carriers. CA Seller of Travel Reg. # [pending]
© 2026 The Vine Key
THE VINE KEY
Serving Napa Valley, Sonoma County & San Francisco
Transportation provided by CPUC-licensed charter-party carriers. CA Seller of Travel Reg. # [pending]
© 2026 The Vine Key