Steven Kent Winery sits in the heart of Livermore Valley’s wine country, where rolling vineyards and oak-dotted hills create a genuinely scenic setting for an afternoon out. The winery focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties, and they’ve set things up well for people visiting with dogs in tow.

Here’s the practical part: your dog can’t join you inside the tasting room, but the outdoor areas are where the real experience happens anyway. You’ll taste wines while your dog hangs out nearby on the grounds, which means you’re not stuck leaving them in the car or at home. The outdoor space is generous enough that you and your dog have room to settle in comfortably, and the vineyard views aren’t bad while you’re sipping.

Livermore Valley itself is worth exploring if you’re making a day of it. The area has a strong wine tourism presence with multiple tasting rooms along the main routes, so you could easily string together a few stops. If you want to stretch your dog’s legs between wineries, there’s open space around the valley, though you’ll want to plan ahead for actual dog parks or trails in the area.

The winery’s outdoor setup works especially well on pleasant weather days—spring and fall are ideal. Summer can get hot in Livermore, so an early morning visit or later afternoon timing would be more comfortable for your dog. Bring water and some shade if you can, since the outdoor tasting areas don’t always have abundant cover.

If you’re planning to visit, their website has current information about tasting fees, reservation policies, and which wines they’re pouring that day. It’s worth checking before you go since tasting room operations can shift seasonally.