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Paradise Ridge Winery

4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
707.528.9463
Ranked #9 of 35 attractions in Santa Rosa
4.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Wineries
Owner description: Nestled on a 156-acre wine estate in the heart of Sonoma County minutes from downtown Santa Rosa, Paradise Ridge Winery offers spectacular natural...... more » Owner description: Nestled on a 156-acre wine estate in the heart of Sonoma County minutes from downtown Santa Rosa, Paradise Ridge Winery offers spectacular natural vistas overlooking the Russian River Valley. Expansive decks and terraces open to panoramic landscapes, including rolling vineyards and pastoral wine country scenery. Visitors can sample exciting wines in our newly renovated tasting room. Winery guests are invited to relax and enjoy “The most beautiful view in Sonoma County”.This stunning wine country property was discovered in 1977 by Walter Byck & Marijke Byck-Hoenselaars. The winery was founded in 1991 and is family owned & operated. Every attention to detail is personally overseen to give an exceptional and complete wine country experience. Wander through the outdoor sculpture exhibit in Marijke’s Grove, enjoy the Fountain Grove Winery historical exhibit or bring a picnic to savor with a bottle of our outstanding wines. For those planning a wedding or special event, Paradise offers a romantic & magical setting. Whatever your fantasy, Paradise Ridge Winery is a wine country experience not to be missed. « less
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Trabuco Canyon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Hard to find but worth it! High on a hill inside the city! Very good wines and deck to relax with some wine and cheese. More

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Vacaville California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

The view is incredible. You must go. The wines were very good, too. More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

This was our third stop of the day. The wines were great and the sitting area had great views. This place was our favorite. More

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87 reviews 87 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

Just up the hill from the Hilton, Paradise Ridge has a great view and good wines. Wednesday evenings they have special events. More

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Santa Rosa, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

This is a great spot to bring out of town guests. Its located close to town and the property is amazing. Take advantage of the sculpture garden on the drive up to the main tasting room. So many different installations that require a closer look. In my opinion the wine is fine. There are some good ones and some okay....wine... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

Visit the sculpture garden...get out of your car and walk around More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012

This winery sits atop a ridge providing outstanding views of Santa Rosa and the surrounding area. However the highlight is their sculpture offerings. Park at the production facility, it is the lower building on the drive to the tasting room and walk the path for the sculpture garden. The sculptures are there on a one year consignment and therefore change... More

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Graton, CA
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93 reviews 93 reviews
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44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012
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This is a modern concept winery with large and nicely manicured grounds and a busy contemporary sculpture garden to walk through that is very attractive (regardless of your opinions on modern art). It's a particularly beautiful spot when the sunset is good. That said, the tasting room is probably best avoided as the wine is fair-to-middling (at best) and the... More

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Santa Rosa, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012
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Beautiful tasting room with one of the best views in wine country close to Santa Rosa. More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012

This is truly an example of the Modern Tasting Room Maybe I am just getting old but I remember when Tasting Rooms were a type of advertising for the winery. A thing that cost the winery a little money but they wanted to show you the quality of their wines and the quality of the people at the winery; so... More

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