About Alexander Valley Vineyards
Alexander Valley Vineyards sits on the historic site originally settled in the 1840s by Cyrus Alexander himself — the man who gave the valley its name. The Wetzel family has farmed this land since 1962, four generations continuing the tradition that Cyrus described as 'the brightest and best spot in the world.'
The estate covers 720 acres in the heart of Alexander Valley with over 350 acres planted to vines. Underground, a 48,000 square foot barrel-aging cave — the largest in Sonoma County — winds beneath the estate, hosting weekly cave tours and tastings.
AVV is one of the most genuinely welcoming and accessible wineries in Sonoma County — walk-ins always welcome, tasting fees that refund with purchase, and a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere that honors the winery's working-farm heritage. Their Sin Zin Zinfandel has cult status among fans of big, spicy reds.
Alexander Valley Vineyards presents a featured lineup that includes Cyrus, Sin Zin, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, and Estate Chardonnay. Together, these bottles provide a focused introduction to the varieties, vineyard sources, and style that define the winery's current portfolio.
"Four generations of the Wetzel family farming the land where Alexander Valley began. Walk-ins welcome, 48,000 sq ft caves, iconic Zinfandels, and Cyru"
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Featured Wines
Bordeaux Blend
Cyrus
The flagship — named for valley founder Cyrus Alexander. A Bordeaux-style blend of exceptional depth showing the very best of Alexander Valley's warm, diverse terroir.
Zinfandel
Sin Zin
The cult wine — big, spicy, densely fruited Alexander Valley Zinfandel. A wine with genuine personality and a devoted following. One of the best-value Zinfandels in California.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Estate Cab from the valley floor and hillside sites. Rich, approachable, and showing the warm, generous character Alexander Valley Cab is famous for.
Chardonnay
Estate Chardonnay
Luscious valley floor Chardonnay — rich, ripe, and friendly. The Alexander Valley influence giving warmth and generosity.
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Estate Tasting
$20
Walk-in tasting of current estate releases — fee refunded with a purchase. One of the most accessible and genuinely welcoming tasting experiences in Alexander Valley.
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Cave Tour & Barrel Tasting
$40
Tour Sonoma's largest underground barrel cave (48,000 sq ft) — learning the history of the Wetzel family and Cyrus Alexander while tasting straight from the barrel.
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Vineyard Hike & Tasting
$55
A guided walk through the estate vineyards and historic property with the story of four generations of Wetzel family farming, followed by a tasting.
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