Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a visit to Sonoma wine country? Here you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about visiting Coursey Graves Estate Winery & Vineyards, from reservations and tasting experiences to our working wine cave, mountain vineyards, wines, and more.
Coursey Graves is a boutique, by-appointment winery located on Bennett Mountain in Sonoma County. Our 40-acre estate is home to hillside vineyards, French-inspired gardens, panoramic views of Bennett Valley, a working winery, and an approximately 7,000-square-foot wine cave.
What makes Coursey Graves a different kind of Sonoma winery experience?
Coursey Graves offers an intimate, by-appointment alternative to the traditional walk-in tasting room. Guests visit our working winery on a 40-acre Bennett Mountain estate, where hillside vineyards, volcanic soils, French-inspired gardens, panoramic views, an active production facility, and an approximately 7,000-square-foot wine cave all form part of the experience.
Because our tastings are intentionally small and highly personal, guests have the opportunity to spend meaningful time with both the wines and the place where they are grown and made. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a quieter, more immersive Sonoma wine experience.
Do I need a reservation to visit Coursey Graves?
Yes. Coursey Graves is a private estate and visits are by appointment only. Reservations are available seven days a week and can be made online. Please call or text if you aren’t seeing the availability you require.
For reservation requests within 24 hours, please call or text us at 707-867-1888 and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Where is Coursey Graves located?
Coursey Graves Estate Winery & Vineyards is located at:
6860 Serenity Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Our winery sits atop Bennett Mountain in Sonoma County, with panoramic views across Bennett Valley and the surrounding wine country.
Because we are located on a private mountain estate, we recommend allowing extra time for your drive and following the arrival instructions provided with your reservation.
What tasting experiences does Coursey Graves offer?
Coursey Graves offers two by-appointment tasting experiences at our Bennett Mountain estate: a semi-private tasting and a fully private tasting.
Semi-Private Tasting
Our 60-minute Semi-Private Tasting offers a relaxed introduction to Coursey Graves wines in a small-group, communal setting.
$75 per person | Approximately 60 minutes | Ages 21+
Private Vista Experience
Our signature Private Vista Experience is a fully private, 90-minute tasting with a dedicated host for your party of up to six guests. Guests experience the estate, vineyards, French-inspired gardens, working winery, and wine cave before settling in for a seated tasting accompanied by a curated charcuterie board.
$110 per person | Approximately 90 minutes | Ages 21+
Does Coursey Graves have a wine cave and can I tour it during my tasting?
Yes. Our Private Vista Experience includes an opportunity to experience our working winery and wine cave as part of your visit.
Coursey Graves has an approximately 7,000-square-foot working wine cave built into our Bennett Mountain estate.
The cave is part of our active winemaking facility and provides guests with a behind-the-scenes look at where our wines are made and aged.
One of the things we love about welcoming guests to the estate is that Coursey Graves is not simply a tasting destination—it is a working winery. You have the opportunity to see the journey from vineyard to production to cellar while experiencing the place behind the wines.
Can I enjoy an outdoor wine tasting with garden and vineyard views at Coursey Graves?
Yes. Coursey Graves offers outdoor tasting spaces overlooking our vineyards, French-inspired gardens, and Bennett Valley, creating a relaxed and scenic setting for your visit.
Outdoor seating is always prioritized when weather and seasonal conditions allow.
Is Coursey Graves a good winery for couples or a special occasion?
Absolutely. Coursey Graves is a wonderful setting for anniversaries, birthdays, engagements, and other meaningful occasions. Our intimate mountain estate, panoramic views, gardens, working winery, and wine cave create a memorable setting for celebrating together.
Our tasting experiences are designed to remain intimate and focused on the wine and estate. We are not able to accommodate professional photography, décor, surprise guests, or other arrangements that turn a tasting into a private event or production.
What wines does Coursey Graves produce?
Coursey Graves produces small-lot wines from our Bennett Mountain estate as well as thoughtfully selected vineyard sites throughout Sonoma and Napa Valley.
Our portfolio includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-style red blends, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay, with wines reflecting sites including Bennett Mountain, Sonoma Coast, and select Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley appellations.
Because our wines are produced in limited quantities, the tasting lineup varies by season and release.
Does Coursey Graves make estate-grown wine?
Yes. Our Bennett Mountain Estate wines are grown on our mountain property and are intended to express the distinctive terroir of the site.
The estate’s elevation, volcanic geology, maritime influence, and hillside vineyards all contribute to the character of the wines grown here.
We also work with carefully selected vineyard sites beyond the estate to produce wines that reflect distinctive terroirs throughout Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley.
What is Bennett Mountain?
Bennett Mountain rises above Bennett Valley in Sonoma County and provides a distinctive environment for winegrowing.
Our estate sits high above the valley, where hillside vineyards, volcanic soils, elevation, and cooling maritime influence create conditions particularly well suited to the varieties we grow.
Visiting the estate offers an opportunity to experience that terroir firsthand rather than simply tasting the finished wine.
Where is Coursey Graves in relation to Sonoma, Santa Rosa, Healdsburg and Napa?
Our estate address is in Santa Rosa, and we are centrally located for guests visiting Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, Healdsburg, and the surrounding wine country.
Are children allowed at Coursey Graves?
Our tasting experiences are reserved for guests 21 years of age and older.
Are dogs allowed at Coursey Graves?
We are unable to accommodate pets at the estate. Trained service animals are welcome.
What should I wear to Coursey Graves?
Wine country is elegant but relaxed, and we recommend dressing comfortably for a mountain property.
Depending on your experience, you may spend time walking outdoors, through the winery, gardens, or cave. Comfortable shoes are recommended, along with layers as temperatures can vary between outdoor areas and our wine cave.
Does Coursey Graves serve food?
Our Private Vista Experience includes a light charcuterie board designed to accompany the wine tasting.
Coursey Graves is a winery rather than a restaurant, so we recommend planning additional dining separately as part of your wine-country itinerary.
Can I use Uber or Lyft to visit Coursey Graves?
We do not recommend relying on Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare services when visiting the estate.
Because of our mountain location, transportation availability can be unpredictable. We recommend arranging transportation in advance or having a designated driver.
Please inquire for our transportation partner recommendations.
How early should I arrive for my tasting?
Please plan to arrive on time for your reservation rather than significantly early.
Because our experiences are carefully scheduled and hosted, beginning on time allows us to provide the full experience to each group without affecting subsequent reservations.
Detailed arrival and gate instructions are provided before your visit.
What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?
We require at least 48 hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the reservation may be subject to the experience fee.
Can Coursey Graves accommodate large groups?
Yes, by advance arrangement. Our Private Vista Experience is bookable online for groups of up to six guests, and we can often accommodate larger private tasting groups of approximately 10 guests depending on availability.
Because larger groups require additional planning, please contact our team directly rather than booking online.
Can I host a private event at Coursey Graves?
Coursey Graves selectively hosts private events during daylight hours, including corporate gatherings, larger group tastings, and food-and-wine experiences.
Our primary focus remains our intimate tasting experiences and wine club events, so private events are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Coursey Graves does not host weddings.
Please contact our team to discuss your event.
Can I buy Coursey Graves wine without visiting the winery?
Yes. Current-release Coursey Graves wines may be purchased through our online shop, subject to availability and applicable shipping regulations.
Because our wines are produced in limited quantities, some releases may be available first or exclusively to Coursey Graves Wine Club members.
Does Coursey Graves have a wine club?
Yes. Coursey Graves offers several membership levels designed for different types of wine lovers and collectors.
Members receive customizable allocations of limited-production wines three times per year, along with benefits including complimentary tastings, shipping benefits, access to special releases and library wines at select membership levels, invitations to member events, and access to the Member Vista Deck.
Can Coursey Graves ship wine?
Yes. Coursey Graves ships wine directly to consumers where permitted by law.
Shipping availability, timing, and requirements vary by destination. Current shipping options are available when purchasing through our online shop, and our team is always available to help with questions about a specific destination.
How do I book a tasting at Coursey Graves?
Reservations can be made online through our Visit page.
Coursey Graves welcomes guests by appointment seven days a week at our Bennett Mountain estate.
For reservations within the next 24 hours or for assistance planning your visit, please call or text 707-867-1888.
We look forward to welcoming you to the mountain.
