Through five generations, Seghesio Family Vineyards has been woven into Sonoma County’s wine country story. Located just a few blocks from downtown Healdsburg Plaza, it’s close enough for a quick walk from the plaza’s shops and restaurants, but far enough removed to feel like genuine wine country. The winery sprawls across beautiful grounds with vineyard views and plenty of outdoor space.

Dogs are welcome on the property, though they can’t come inside the tasting room since food is served there. That’s actually ideal—you’ll spend most of your time outside anyway. The outdoor tasting areas are where you’ll want to be, and your dog can be right there with you on a leash while you work through their wines. The grounds give you actual room to move around rather than feeling crowded at a bar counter.

Seghesio is known for their Zinfandels especially, which make sense given Sonoma County’s Zin history. Even if red wine isn’t your thing, they make a range of varietals, so there’s something to try. The atmosphere leans casual and welcoming rather than stuffy, which helps if you’re juggling a dog along with a wine glass.

The vineyard layout means you can take your dog on a proper walk through the rows if you want to do more than just sit at a table. It’s a nice way to spend an afternoon—you get exercise, your dog gets to explore, and you’re still within a short drive of downtown Healdsburg if you want to grab lunch or dinner afterwards.

Check their website at seghesio.com for current tasting fees and specific details about their outdoor seating setup, since these things shift seasonally. Given that it’s just blocks from downtown, you could easily combine this with other Healdsburg spots in a half-day wine country outing.