Cline Family Cellars

Set on a sprawling historic estate with gardens, springs, and a restored 1850s farmhouse, Cline offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere that feels more like a park than a traditional winery. The property includes the California Missions Museum, showcasing models of all 21 California missions. The wines focus on Rhône varieties—Mourvèdre, Viognier, and especially their flagship Ancient Vines Zinfandel from gnarly old plants in Contra Costa County. The tastings are generous, the prices are fair, and the whole experience is unpretentious and welcoming. For guests traveling with children, Cline is a godsend—kids can explore the gardens and missions museum while parents enjoy a tasting. The picnic areas beside the spring-fed pond are perfect for a leisurely lunch, and the geese wandering the property add to the farmstead charm. No reservations required. One of the few remaining walk-in-friendly wineries in Sonoma.