Glen Ellen Wine Tasting | Sonoma Valley Cabernet
Visit Us Daily 11am-4pm
13750 Arnold Drive Glen Ellen, CA 95442
Discover one of the best wine tasting experiences in Glen Ellen, featuring small-production, sought-after Sonoma Valley wines and our award-winning Sonoma Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. Our intimate, newly redesigned tasting room is a hidden gem in the heart of Glen Ellen, just 20 minutes from Sonoma Plaza and 40 minutes from downtown Napa.
We welcome walk-ins, and a quick text is encouraged to ensure availability:
707-933-9877
Dog-friendly and family-friendly (children are welcome to sit with you during tastings).
Spanish-speaking tastings are available with 24-hour advance notice.
We look forward to welcoming you to Glen Ellen and sharing our Sonoma Mountain Cabernet with you.
Tasting Experiences
Explorer Tastings
We invite you to come enjoy one of our curated tastings. When you arrive at the tasting room, you’re invited to choose from three curated tasting experiences:
Chilled Tasting – 4 limited-production whites & rosés | $30
Classic Tasting – 2 chilled wines + 2 signature Sonoma Mountain Cabernets | $40
Collector Tasting – 1 chilled wine + 3 Cabernets (current + library vintages) | $50
Each guest may choose their preferred tasting.
Tasting fees are waived with a 3-bottle purchase or for club members.
Cellar Selection Tastings
These selections offer a deeper dive into Cabernet and must be booked for all guests in the group.
Library Wine Tasting
Your opportunity to sample a selection of rare, perfectly stored Laurel Glen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon vintages chosen from our extensive wine library and spanning at least a decade. We recommend everyone in your party take part for the full experience. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. Cost is $60pp.
Evolution of Cabernet Tasting
This tasting showcases 30 years of our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. It consists of 5 wines selected from vintages of the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. The wines are paired with complex bites prepared by Chef Fiorella Butron of Allikai in Sonoma. The cost is $125pp with bites or $100pp without bites. Club member discounts do not apply.
Group Tastings at Laurel Glen Vineyard
Join us for an unforgettable wine tasting experience at our Glen Ellen tasting room. Our intimate setting is ideal for groups looking to savor a curated selection of our seasonal chilled wines and indulge in our sought after, exquisite Cabernets.
Your group will dive into the rich legacy of our organically farmed Sonoma Mountain vineyard, where every wine reflects place, history, and care. Whether your guests are seasoned collectors or simply curious wine lovers, we personalize each experience, so everyone feels welcome, engaged, and inspired.
With options for seated tastings and reception style events, we invite you to come and create lasting memories. Cheers to an extraordinary gathering!
A deposit of $20 per person is required to hold the reservation and will be refunded upon arrival. Fees are fully refundable up to 5 business days prior to the reservation date.
Laurel Glen Vineyard Club Members receive 6 tastings no charge, and their guests enjoy 20% off all wine purchases at the time of the event.
~Seated Group Tasting~
Groups of 7–22 guests (multiple tables) – 90-minute experience – $50pp, plus tax and gratuity.
• Guided tasting of five wines, including a library vintage of our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
• Outside food can be accommodated
• Providing us with a guest contact list prior to arrival will help to expedite payment after the event.
• 10% savings on wine purchases for guests
~Reception Style Tasting~
Groups of 24–40 guests – entire tasting room reserved – 90-min – $50pp plus tax and gratuity.
• Guided tasting of five wines, including a library vintage of our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
• Outside food can be accommodated
• Providing us with a guest contact list prior to arrival will help to expedite payment after the event.
• 10% savings on wine purchases for guests
Contact us to reserve: Talk/Text(707) 933-9877, concierge@laurelglen.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a picnic?
We do not allow picnics, but you are welcome to bring snacks to share. Please avoid bringing aromatic or strongly scented items into the tasting room to maintain an enjoyable wine-tasting environment.
Do you have food available onsite?
Yes we offer sourdough flatbread crackers to complement your Laurel Glen wine tasting experience.
Can I bring my infant or kid?
Children are welcome, and we kindly ask that they remain seated with their parents as a courtesy to all guests.
Are dogs allowed?
We welcome well-behaved, leashed dogs. Please keep them close as a courtesy to fellow guests in our intimate tasting room.
What is your large group policy?
We offer seated and reception-style group tastings for 8–40 guests. Full details at https://laurelglen.com/visit/.
Do you accept walk-ins?
We do our best to accommodate walk-ins; a quick call or text ensures availability.
How long does a typical tasting experience last?
A standard Laurel Glen tasting experience lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Where are you located, and how do I get there?
We are located in the heart of Glen Ellen. Here are Directions.
Is there parking and paved roads to the winery?
Yes there are paved roads and parking behind and alongside the building.
Are there other wineries or attractions nearby?
Yes Glen Ellen offers wineries, restaurants, shopping, hiking, parks, museums, gardens, and historic sites.
What is the tasting room ambience like?
Laurel Glen Vineyard’s tasting room offers a warm, elegant, and intimate setting in the heart of Glen Ellen. Featuring soft lighting, cozy lounge seating, and curated wine displays, the space blends rustic charm with modern sophistication. It’s a welcoming, relaxed environment designed for savoring Cabernet and enjoying a refined Sonoma tasting experience.
Do you allow limos or tour buses?
Yes, within our pre-paid group tasting guidelines.
Can I share a tasting flights?
Tasting flights are not designed for sharing, as each pour is one ounce per wine.
Are tasting fees waived with wine purchase or club signup?
Yes tasting fees can be waived with a purchase of 3 bottles or with a new club signup (two tastings waived per couple).
Do you have outdoor seating or picnic areas?
No we do not offer outdoor seating or picnic areas.
Do you ship wine to my state?
We ship where permitted; please inquire about your specific state.
Do you offer vineyard tours or production tours?
No – vineyard tours are by invitation only.
Are you open year-round?
Yes our Glen Ellen tasting room is open year-round.
Is your tasting room wheelchair accessible?
Yes we are fully wheelchair accessible
Are the tastings indoors or out?
All tastings are held indoors.
Do you offer tastings in Spanish?
Yes – please contact us ahead of time to ensure a Spanish speaking host!
Virtual Wine Tastings
Can’t Make it to Our Wine Tasting Room This Time?
Book a fun and informative virtual wine tasting. Invite friends, family, clients, or co-workers to your home and let us help you create an entertaining, intimate and informative wine tasting as if you were in Sonoma Valley.
What to Expect: Your host will share highlights from the 40 plus year history of our estate and fun facts about the Sonoma Mountain wine growing region. We will also lead your group through a sensory exercise, encouraging people to make aroma and flavor connections with common pantry items. Expect the virtual wine tasting to last about an hour, the same as an actual visit to Laurel Glen.