GV Cellars in Fairfield sits in the heart of Solano County wine country, and it’s one of the few wineries in the area that genuinely welcomes dogs without making a big deal about it. They focus on Italian varietals and blends sourced from nearby vineyards, so you’re tasting wines with real roots in the region rather than generic selections.

The setup works well for a dog-friendly visit. You can do a flight of six wines with tasting notes, and there’s outdoor seating where you can actually relax with a glass while your dog hangs out beside you. The vineyard views are the real deal—rolling vines and open sky, which beats drinking wine in a parking lot or feeling rushed through an indoor tasting room. If you’re in the mood for something slower, you can arrange a picnic by the vineyard, which gives you and your dog a chance to actually spend time in the space rather than just checking it off a list.

What makes this work logistically is that they’re set up for people to spread out. Fairfield itself is reasonably close to other Solano County spots if you want to build a day around wine tasting—it’s not isolated, but it also doesn’t feel like you’re in a tourist trap. The tasting experience is straightforward: you get wines, you get notes about them, you drink them outside. No pretension required.

One thing to keep in mind is that this is a working vineyard, not a destination resort, so manage your dog accordingly around the vines and equipment. But if you’re looking for a Solano County winery where you don’t have to leave your dog in a car or at home, GV Cellars actually delivers on that promise. Bring water for your dog and plan to stay for at least a couple of hours so you’re not rushing through the flight.