Amista Vineyards sits in Healdsburg’s wine country with a casual approach to both winemaking and dogs. They specialize in Dry Creek Valley sparkling wines alongside estate-grown Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, and Tres, a red Rhone blend that leans into those classic Rhone varietals. The vineyard genuinely welcomes dogs on the grounds, so you can walk around with yours while checking out the vines and tasting room.

The setting here feels more relaxed than some of the fancier operations nearby. You’ll get views of the surrounding vineyards while you taste, and there’s actually room to move around with your dog rather than feeling squeezed into a crowded tasting bar. The winery focuses on wines crafted with real attention to detail, and you can taste that care in what they’re pouring.

What makes Amista work well for a dog visit is the layout. Your dog isn’t confined to a tiny patio or forced to wait outside while you’re inside—you can genuinely explore the vineyard grounds together. The property has enough space that your dog won’t feel like they’re in anyone’s way, and the staff seems used to dogs being part of the experience rather than treating them as an inconvenience you’ve brought along.

The sparkling wines are worth trying if you haven’t had much from Dry Creek Valley. The Syrah and Grenache lean into the valley’s strengths, and the Tres blend gives you something with some complexity without being pretentious about it. Bring your dog, plan to spend a couple hours, and expect a genuine winery experience rather than a production-line tasting room. The vineyard views are nice enough that you’ll want to spend time outside anyway, and your dog will appreciate the chance to walk around instead of just sitting on pavement.