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The Zoe Report Readers' Choice Awards: Best Winery Tours In The US
Let’s raise a glass.
From picturesque vineyards to thoughtfully curated tastings, the best winery tours offer an immersive look at the people, places, and processes behind every bottle. This year’s nominees pair exceptional wines with memorable settings and distinctive hospitality.
Thank you to these terrific brands for participating and, of course, to our community for letting their voices be heard. TZR’s readers have spoken, and their favorite US Winery Tours of 2026 are:
1. Jordan Vineyard & Winery
Healdsburg, CA
What TZR readers love about Jordan Vineyard & Winery:
- A French-inspired chateau and breathtaking 1,200-acre estate? YES! Walking around feels like being transported straight to the European countryside.
- The curated food and wine pairings are phenomenal! Having culinary bites prepared by a Michelin-starred chef makes the tour feel so special.
- LOVED the high-touch hospitality and attention to detail. Learning about their family history while taking in the vista point views was next-level.
2. Hawks Hill Ranch
Paso Robles, CA
What TZR readers love about Hawks Hill Ranch:
- Riding through the vineyard in a UTV and tasting each varietal right among the vines and 🍇 was unforgettable!
- We finished our tour with a picnic lunch in an ancient Manzanita grove at 2,000 feet. The most breathtaking valley views.
- Our guide was deeply knowledgeable yet completely down-to-earth. Plus, seeing the resident sheep and working farm dogs added so much charm!
3. Booker Wines
Paso Robles, CA
What TZR readers love about Booker Wines:
- Lounging on the estate with sweeping hilltop vineyard views and warm, personalized hospitality made us customers for life.
- We adored the Ibiza vibe in the tasting room — just a really cool space to sip and savor. Plus, their Rhône-style wines are phenomenal.
- An incredible tour through their underground wine caves gave us a real look at their organic soil and sustainable farming practices. ⭐⭐⭐⭐
4. Quintessa
Rutherford, CA
5. DAOU Vineyards
Paso Robles, CA
6. Wölffer Estate Vineyard
Sagaponack, NY
7. Presqu'ile Winery
Santa Maria Valley, CA
8. L'Aventure
Paso Robles, CA
9. The Donum Estate
Sonoma, CA
10. Ashes & Diamonds
Napa Valley, CA
Have questions? Read the official Readers’ Choice rules.
Photos Courtesy of Making Department/Ashes & Diamonds/Booker Wines/DAOU Vineyards/Hawks Hill Ranch/Jordan Winery/L'Aventure/Lost Mountain Vineyards/Mayacamas Vineyards/Presqu'ile Winery/Promontory/Quintessa/Schramsberg Vineyards/Soter Vineyards/The Donum Estate/Wölffer Estate Vineyard
