Bumgarner Winery sits just off Highway 50 in Camino, right in the heart of Apple Hill wine country. The tasting room is housed in a rustic barn with green lawns spreading out around it and fig trees dotting the property—the kind of place that feels like it’s been there for decades, even though the setup blends that vintage California aesthetic with everything you’d actually want from a modern winery.

The thing that makes Bumgarner genuinely different is how seriously they take dogs in their outdoor areas. You’re not just tolerating your dog’s presence here; they’re genuinely welcome to spend the afternoon with you while you taste through their wine selection. The outdoor setup means your dog isn’t confined to a small space or stuck inside an air-conditioned room watching you have fun without them. There’s actual room to move around, and the atmosphere is relaxed enough that nobody’s stressed about a dog being present.

The winery’s location in Camino puts you right in Apple Hill’s wine region, so if you’re planning a longer afternoon or day trip, you can easily visit multiple spots. The rural setting means the drive itself is pretty pleasant too—you’re winding through the foothill roads rather than sitting in downtown traffic to get your wine fix.

The barn-style tasting room gives the whole experience a straightforward, unpretentious feel. You’re there to try the wines and enjoy the setting, not to navigate some elaborate experience designed to impress. The fig trees and lawn space make it easy to imagine spending a few hours here, letting your dog settle on the grass while you work through a flight of wines at a comfortable pace.

Check their website for current tasting menu details and hours before you head out, as those can shift seasonally.