Cline feels more like a relaxed Sonoma ranch outing than a formal wine-estate visit. The property is designed for visitors to spend time outdoors, with gardens, lawns, ponds and picnic spaces surrounding the tasting areas. Compared with wineries where guests remain seated indoors for an hour, Cline gives families and groups more flexibility to spread out and enjoy the property.
Wine tasting can still be the centerpiece. Visitors can choose a seated outdoor tasting, while larger parties can reserve dedicated group experiences. But Cline also makes it easy to skip a conventional flight entirely: the Pondside Picnic allows guests to reserve a table near the spring-fed ponds, buy bottles of Cline wine and add charcuterie, cheese or a prepared picnic basket—or bring their own picnic food.
Private garden cabanas provide another relaxed option for small groups, and visitors can explore portions of the property on foot rather than remaining in one hospitality area. Overall, Cline is particularly attractive to families, groups of friends and visitors looking for a less formal break between highly structured tastings. The experience is more about enjoying Sonoma wine country at an easy pace than receiving an intensive lesson in winemaking.
Cline Cellars photos
Cline Cellars details
- Address
- 24737 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476
- Phone
- (707) 940-4034
- Reservations required
- No for most experiences — reservations highly recommended
- Tasting price
- $25–$35
- Typical visit time
- 30–60 min
- Wine focus
- Zinfandel & Rhône varietals such as Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah; also Pinot/Chardonnay
- Discount available
- Priority Wine Pass, Sonoma County Tasting Pass
- Picnic
- Yes — Pondside Picnic
- Food
- Yes — BYO food permitted for Pondside Picnic; food also available for purchase
- Group tasting
- Yes — 9–20 group tasting; larger groups through events
- Distance from Sonoma
- 6.4 miles
- Distance from SFO
- 59.6 miles
Common questions about visiting Cline Cellars
Do I need a reservation at Cline Cellars?
Cline Cellars is listed as reservations recommended. Walk-ins may be possible when space permits, but a reserved time is the safer plan if you are visiting more than one winery the same day. Listing note: No for most experiences — reservations highly recommended. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Cline Cellars cost?
Tasting fees at Cline Cellars are listed at $25–$35. Published options include Classic Sonoma Bar $25 / 30–60 min; Outdoor Reserve $35 / 60 min. Private large groups start around $60. Cline Cellars is listed with Priority Wine Pass, Sonoma County Tasting Pass on Discover Wine. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Cline Cellars?
Plan 30–60 min at Cline Cellars, not counting drive time to the next stop.
What should I expect at Cline Cellars?
Cline Cellars is listed with a focus on Zinfandel & Rhône varietals such as Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah; also Pinot/Chardonnay. Food note: Yes — BYO food permitted for Pondside Picnic; food also available for purchase. Picnic note: Yes — Pondside Picnic. Groups: Yes — 9–20 group tasting; larger groups through events. The overview at the top of this page covers tasting styles and who the stop is for.
What wineries should I visit before or after Cline Cellars?
Wineries often paired with Cline Cellars include Jacuzzi, Floria Ferrer, Viansa, Obsidian, and Meadowcroft. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Sonoma mid-day.
Where does Cline Cellars fit into a Sonoma tasting day?
Good flexible first or last stop. Its southern Sonoma location also pairs logically with Gloria Ferrer rather than northern Healdsburg wineries.
Tasting options and prices
- Classic Sonoma Bar $25 / 30–60 min
- Outdoor Reserve $35 / 60 min. Private large groups start around $60.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
Cline Cellars is listed with Priority Wine Pass, Sonoma County Tasting Pass. Confirm dates and blackout rules on Sonoma tasting discounts and with the winery before you go.
Other wineries near Cline Cellars
- Jacuzzi
- Floria Ferrer
- Viansa
- Obsidian
- Meadowcroft
Use the Sonoma winery map to compare drive miles and reservation windows.
Information last verified: September 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.