Saddle up for an estate ride and seated wine tasting
2.5 hours
1 or more people
Horseback ride, wine tasting
Pair a relaxed horseback ride with a curated seated tasting of wines from sustainably farmed vineyards. Discover historic estate scenery at an unhurried pace.
We will greet you at Bartholomew Estate Winery, match you to your perfect horse, offer riding instructions, and guide you through the Estates vineyards and park. After your ride, you will visit the beautiful winery to enjoy your tastings! The winery has an art gallery, hiking trails, and a gorgeous oak tree knoll perfect for relaxing and enjoying their amazing wines. If you would like to pair your wine with a charcuterie plate or other food, please let us know in advance! We would be happy to make this a very special occasion for you.
Give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Late arrivals aren't refunded. Unsafe-weather cancellations receive a refund minus a 10% booking fee.
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Dress according to the current weather. Long pants are encouraged for riding. We have cowgirl/cowboy boots available for rent for $5.00. Riding in tennis shoes or flip-flops is not safe.
Yes, there is a 225lb weight limit and riders must be at least 12 years old. All riders approaching the 225lb limit will be weighed at the ranch to ensure the safety of both riders and horses.
If you would like to include a charcuterie plate or other food with your wine tasting, please let us know in advance and we’ll make it a special occasion for you.
Bartholomew Estate Winery, 1000 Vineyard Lane, Sonoma, CA 95476
Michelle and her team have clearly created something special here. The horses get mentioned by name again and again in reviews—Benny, Sky, Archie, Sugar—and guests genuinely seem to bond with these gentle, well-trained animals. What stands out is how Michelle, along with guides like Tish and Travis, weave the history of Bartholomew Winery and the surrounding estate into each ride, making it both scenic and educational. The fact that they accommodate last-minute bookings and take tons of photos throughout the experience shows they're thinking about the little details that matter. This works beautifully for all experience levels, from childhood-dream first-timers to seasoned riders who appreciate quality horses. The optional add-on of wine tasting or a picnic lunch after your ride makes it easy to extend the experience. Communication is smooth from booking through the actual ride, and the warm, personable approach from everyone involved creates memorable moments that people want to repeat.
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