About This Winery
Landmark’s mission is “to make great wines that enhance the joy of life.” Enjoy our lovely picnic area, play Bocce Ball, or on Saturdays take a horsedrawn wagon ride through the vineyard.
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Landmark Vineyards and Winery was originally founded in the Windsor area of Sonoma County by the great-great-granddaughter of John Deere, “the tractor baron.” They moved to a spectacular 20-acre piece of land at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain in 1989 and built a California mission-style wine estate, with an 11-acre vineyard. The well-tended gardens have fountains, lawns, picnic areas and a small pond. On Saturdays during the summer there is a wagon tour of the vineyards with great draft horses pulling the load.
The tasting room is located inside the hacienda-style courtyard and features a dramatic mural of grapevines covering the back wall and flowing down over the granite-topped tasting counter. A giant chandelier illuminates the well-stocked gift shop, and a fireplace sits in the corner. There are food and wine programs available, as well as a bocce ball court for those so inclined.
Landmark’s winemaking is guided by a single overriding philosophy, “Less is more….The less the wine is manipulated, the more flavors and aromas remain to enjoy,” according to winemaker Eric Stern. The result is fruit-forward, food-friendly wines made from grapes sourced in the region, with their flagship wine being Chardonnay. The winery makes a number of versions from different California wine regions; the richest are unfiltered and barrel-fermented in 100% French oak. Landmark also produces Pinot Noir and Syrah. There is a private cottage and a guest suite on the grounds for those wishing to spend the night.
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Hours: Open daily 10 to 4:30 pmFees: Tasting & Lunch |Enjoy the afternoon at Landmark beginning with a tasting of our signature wines led by our knowledgeable Tasting Room staff. Following the tasting, head outside to enjoy a picnic lunch in the courtyard and take in the magnificent views of the Mayacamas Mountains.
Available: Times Vary
Signature Box Lunches $35 per person, $25 for Wine Society Members
Private Tower Tasting | Explore the intricacies of chardonnay and pinot noir by tasting your way through four single-vineyard wines paired with a selection of local, artisan cheeses. You’ll learn how vintage conditions, aging lengths, and production methods create a wine’s color, aroma, and flavor. You may select from the following flights: All Pinot Noir, All Chardonnay, or both.
Available: Times Vary
$40 per person, $30 for Wine Society Members
Price Range: $26 to $65 per bottle
Established: 1974
Vineyards: 11 acres (Grenache, Syrah, Viognier, Mouvedre)
Production: 28,000 cases
Discounts: 15% off case, 20% off two, Tasting Discount-Mention CWA get 2 for 1
Tour Info: Estate Tour & Tasting
Journey through Landmark’s beautiful estate as you learn about our storied history and unique viticultural practices. Then, move to our production and barrel storage facilities, where you’ll see how we perfect our small-production, single-vineyard chardonnays and pinot noirs. Complete your tour with a tasting of our signature wines.
Hours: 11:00am & 2:00pm daily
$30 per person
Unique Amenities: Complimentary Horse Drawn Wagon Tours, Saturdays, May - October
Winery URL: http://www.landmarkwine.com/home.html
Amenities
- Guest House/B&B
Ambiances
- Casual & Relaxed
- Family Run
- Kid Friendly
- Resort Like
Wine Types
- Blends
- Pinot Noir
- Syrah
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