EST. 1857
Explore Buena Vista in Sonoma & Napa
Choose from our Historic Buena Vista Winery located in Sonoma or Chateau Buena Vista Tasting Room located in the heart of downtown Napa.
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Our Story
Before there were vineyards in every valley north of San Francisco, before Napa and Sonoma were household names, before there was a California wine world at all, there was Buena Vista. Founded in 1857 and spanning from Sonoma into Napa, Buena Vista is California’s first premium winery, and its history is as colorful as it is proud. Today, the legend has been reborn under the vision of Jean-Charles Boisset.
A Legacy of Excellence
• Our History
Before there were vineyards in every valley north of San Francisco, before Napa and Sonoma were household names before there was a California wine world at all, there was Buena Vista.
Read More• Full History Timeline
Discover Buena Vista’s storied past—from the Count’s pioneering vision to a fortuitous restoration project that saved a piece of California's history.
• Buena Vista Museum
Step into the Buena Vista Museum, where California’s wine history comes alive through interactive exhibits, historic artifacts, and immersive storytelling.
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Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma
The historic Buena Vista tasting room, which dates back to 1857, is located one mile from the Sonoma Square. Tour the original winery and taste the wines of Buena Vista in the Press House built in 1862 or outside in the stunning courtyard. Guests can also tour the interactive Wine Tool Museum in the Champagne Cellar or relax in the plush Bubble Lounge.
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Chateau Buena Vista, Napa
Experience Champagne and Caviar with Cabernet and Chocolate at our newest tasting room located in the 1929 Gordon Building in the heart of downtown Napa. Savor the wines of Buena Vista paired with JCB Caviar or Earth & Sky Chocolates in the art deco inspired tasting room bringing the winery back to its original roots of land holdings in Napa and Sonoma.
DiscoverUpcoming Events
Sonoma
Friday, May 2, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Crocodile DJ Wine & Paint Party
Dive into the swampy, reptilian world of art with our Crocodile DJ Wine and Paint Party, featuring a unique crocodile design inspired by the legendary tale of the Count's demise.
Napa
Saturday, May 10, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Southern Sparkling Soirée
Get ready to hustle into the season of bloom at Chateau Buena Vista in funky downtown Napa!
Sonoma
Sunday, June 15, 2025
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Father's Day Brunch
Celebrate Dad in style with a delicious summer brunch in the beautiful Buena Vista courtyard.
Sonoma
Saturday, June 21, 2025
6:00 PM
Comedy Show with Nikki Carr
For more than two decades, headliner comedian Nikki Carr has been making audiences laugh across the country.
Sonoma
Sunday, June 22, 2025
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Member-Exclusive Pick-Up Party
You're invited to an exclusive afternoon of wine, wood-fired pizza, and great company!
Sonoma
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Midsummer Mozart Festival
Enjoy a lovely evening in the Fountain Courtyard with the Midsummer Mozart Festival Orchestra.
Sonoma
Wednesday, August 6 - August 17, 2025
Shakespeare Under the Stars
Prepare for an enchanting evening of Shakespeare under the stars.
Sonoma
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Halloween Masquerade
Join us for an enchanting night of glamour and intrigue at Buena Vista Winery’s Halloween Masquerade.
Sonoma
Saturday, November 1 - November 2, 2025
Stellar Cellar Wine Sale
Enjoy amazing deals on library selections, large formats, and select current releases.
Private Events
From intimate gatherings to corporate tastings, Buena Vista Winery offers a range of exceptional experiences tailored to any occasion. Steeped in history and renowned for its award-winning wines, our iconic estate provides the perfect setting for events both grand and intimate. Elevate your next celebration in a truly extraordinary venue.
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Member
Membership offers an exciting and educational wine-tasting experience that gives you the opportunity to enjoy the finest, hand-crafted Buena Vista wines delivered directly to you or picked up at our historic tasting room in Sonoma.
Explore Our
Wine Collections
Savor an exquisite selection of wines from the world’s most renowned regions, and delight in the finest hand-crafted creations from Buena Vista.
Buena Vista Winery is the single most important historic winery in California, bringing many firsts to California winemaking. Today, we are committed to upholding and celebrating its unrivaled legacy while preserving the historical landmark and continuing to produce some of the finest wines in the region.
Proprietor
Jean-Charles Boisset
