Matchbook Wine Company sits in Zamora out in Yolo County’s Central Valley, and it’s one of the few wineries in the region that genuinely welcomes dogs on the grounds. They make their own wines under several labels—Matchbook, Mossback, Chasing Venus, and Sawbuck—and it’s a family-owned operation that’s been building a local following for good reason.

When you visit with your dog, you’ll need to keep them leashed and make sure they’re well-behaved, but beyond that requirement, the place is genuinely set up for you to move around together. The vineyard itself is worth wandering through, and there’s outdoor space where you can sit while tasting their wines without feeling like your dog is in the way or unwelcome. That matters more than you’d think—some places technically allow dogs but make you feel like you’re imposing.

The Sacramento-region wine scene has plenty of options, but Matchbook’s willingness to have dogs actually participate in the experience (not just tolerate them from afar) sets it apart. You get to walk the vineyard, see how things are laid out, and then settle in for tastings without needing to leave your dog behind or rush through your visit.

Since Zamora is pretty rural, it’s worth planning ahead. The winery operates seasonally and on a schedule that’s worth confirming before you make the drive—their website has current hours and days. It’s not a spontaneous Saturday stop situation for most people, but if you’re exploring wine country in this part of California and have a dog, this one actually works for both of you rather than requiring compromise.