Ferrari-Carano is a visually oriented Dry Creek Valley winery where the grounds are an important part of the visit. Villa Fiore, landscaped gardens, fountains, mature olive trees and vineyard views create an Italian-inspired environment, and several tasting experiences are specifically designed to take advantage of the outdoor setting. Visitors should allow some additional time to enjoy the gardens rather than treating the property solely as a one-hour tasting appointment.
The Riserva tasting provides the more traditional educational experience: guests sit inside Villa Fiore while an Estate Ambassador guides them through vineyard-designate wines and explains the vineyards and winemaking behind each pour. Food can be added through a cheese and salumi board, giving visitors the option of keeping the tasting focused or making it more leisurely.
The outdoor pergola experiences move further toward wine-country leisure. Guests sit beneath olive trees near the garden fountain with wine, vineyard views and, depending on the experience, chef-prepared food. Ferrari-Carano is therefore an especially good fit for couples, small groups and visitors who value beautiful surroundings as much as technical wine education. The setting encourages a slower pace rather than a rapid taste-and-go visit.
Ferrari Carano Winery photos
Ferrari Carano Winery details
- Address
- 8761 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA 95448
- Phone
- (707) 433-6700
- Reservations required
- Recommended — seated reservations; walk-ins as space allows
- Tasting price
- $40–$125
- Typical visit time
- About 60–90 min
- Wine focus
- Chardonnay, Fumé Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc plus reserve reds
- Discount available
- No tasting-pass discount listed
- Picnic
- No
- Food
- No outside food for tasting experiences; some culinary experiences
- Group tasting
- Yes — 8+ group reservation required
- Distance from Healdsburg
- 10.4 miles
- Distance from SFO
- 101 miles
Common questions about visiting Ferrari Carano Winery
Do I need a reservation at Ferrari Carano Winery?
Ferrari Carano Winery 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: Recommended — seated reservations; walk-ins as space allows. Confirm before you go; policies change by day and experience.
How much does a tasting at Ferrari Carano Winery cost?
Tasting fees at Ferrari Carano Winery are listed at $40–$125. See tasting options below for the current menu of experiences. Fees and formats change; confirm with the winery before you book.
How long should I plan to spend at Ferrari Carano Winery?
Plan About 60–90 min at Ferrari Carano Winery, not counting drive time to the next stop. Leave a buffer before any later reservation so you are not cutting a longer tasting short.
What should I expect at Ferrari Carano Winery?
Ferrari Carano Winery is listed with a focus on Chardonnay, Fumé Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc plus reserve reds. Food note: No outside food for tasting experiences; some culinary experiences. Groups: Yes — 8+ group reservation required. 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 Ferrari Carano Winery?
Wineries often paired with Ferrari Carano Winery include Cast, Sbragia, Trattore, David Coffaro, and Williamson. Stay geographically tight rather than crossing Sonoma mid-day.
Where does Ferrari Carano Winery fit into a Sonoma tasting day?
Give yourself time to walk the gardens. Pranzo or Aperitivo can turn this into the central food-and-wine stop of a Dry Creek/Healdsburg day.
Tasting options and prices
- Taste of Ferrari-Carano $40
- Riserva $60
- Pranzo Della Casa $90 / 90 min
- Fontana Pergola $95
- Aperitivo Pergola $100–$125.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
No tasting-pass discount is listed for Ferrari Carano Winery right now. Recheck Sonoma tasting discounts or confirm current offers with the winery.
Other wineries near Ferrari Carano Winery
- Cast
- Sbragia
- Trattore
- David Coffaro
- Williamson
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.