Clos du Bois Winery, established in 1974, sits on 520 acres of grapevines in the Alexander Valley of Sonoma County. The winery played a significant role in putting this region on the map as a serious wine producer, and that history is evident the moment you walk the grounds. The vineyard landscape is genuinely beautiful—rolling hills, mature vines, and that particular quality of light you get in Sonoma in late afternoon.

What makes this place work well for a visit with your dog is straightforward: they welcome well-behaved dogs to walk through the vineyards alongside you. You’re not stuck in a tasting room while your dog waits outside. Instead, you can actually move through the property, see where the grapes are growing, and get a sense of what makes this place distinctive. The Alexander Valley itself has character—it’s distinct from other Sonoma wine regions, with its own microclimate and the particular style of wines that come from here.

The tasting experience happens with your dog at your side, which changes the whole dynamic of the visit. It’s more relaxed than a formal sit-down tasting, and honestly, that works in your favor if you’re traveling with a dog who gets anxious in enclosed spaces. You get to see the actual vineyard operations and understand the place beyond just the wine itself.

Geyserville is a small town, so you won’t find much else immediately around the winery, but that’s part of its appeal. It’s quieter and less crowded than the tasting rooms closer to Healdsburg. If you’re spending time in the Alexander Valley wine region and want a winery experience where your dog can actually participate rather than be an afterthought, this is worth the stop. The website has details about visiting hours and current tastings.