Wine lovers and tail waggers, rejoice! From the Willamette Valley to the Loire Valley, we’ve compiled a list of picturesque and dog-friendly wineries around the globe. Start planning your trip to wine country, and don’t forget to raise a toast to Fido when you get there!
Willamette Valley, OR
Pup-loving pinot drinkers will want to head to Oregon’s Willamette Valley. This area is known for its New World Pinot Noir wines, and you can sample them with your dog by your side at the following pet-friendly experiences and wineries:
Cana’s Feast, in Carlton, produces Old World-style wines from varietals originating in the regions of Piedmont, Tuscany, Puglia, Bordeaux, Southern Rhone and Bourgogne. Stop by the tasting room with your canine companion and try a flight of five to seven wines or a glass of Pinot Noir on the Tuscan estate-inspired patio.
For a more active way to see the region, bring Fido while you cycle by vineyards, hop farms and quaint towns along the dog-friendly, 132-mile Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway. Stop by wineries for tastings, brewpubs for a pint, and restaurants for farm-to-table cuisine. There are also dog-friendly campsites along the trail. The valley’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round cycling.
Or, get a birds-eye view of the Willamette Valley with Tour DeVine by Heli. The company offers pet-friendly wine tasting tours by helicopter in McMinnville where you’ll fly over picturesque vineyards and rolling hills as you discover acclaimed Oregon wines, eat gourmet food, and enjoy a tasting adventure with your canine co-pilot.
Book a dog-friendly room at McMenamins Hotel Oregon as your home base. Located in McMinnville, the hotel was once home to a banquet hall and then a bus depot, and now is a hub of activity with an onsite sidewalk pub and rooftop bar. Fido will love the welcome amenities including a dog bowl, blanket, towel and waste bags. You’ll love how close it is to local wineries.
Napa Valley, CA
Of course, we can’t discuss wine destinations without mentioning dog-friendly Napa Valley. California’s renowned wine country is world famous for good reason. Its top-quality wine, beautiful scenery and the sheer number of vineyards make it an oenophile's paradise. Start your trip at Dog-Friendly Wine Tours. Your guide will be a wealth of information during your trip, which will stop at different wineries for tastings while giving you helpful hints for the rest of your visit to Napa.
Frenchie Winery, Napa Valley’s first winery for dogs, is a must-visit for pet parents. In addition to barrels of water on tap for Fido, the outdoor tasting room at Raymond Vineyards in St. Helena also has five enclosed beds where your pooch can rest while you tour the winery. The "Frenchie Cam" allows you to watch your pet while you taste wines like the Napoleon Bonaparte Red or Louis XIV Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring owner Jean-Charles Boisset’s French Bulldog, who is the winery’s namesake, on the label. Keep your eyes peeled for the current winery dog, Frenchie, during your visit.
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery in Rutherford spoils dogs with treats and dog bandanas in the tasting room while their owners sample Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon varietals. Be on the lookout for the Great Pyrenees dogs who herd sheep at this #NapaGreen vineyard.
At Mumm Napa, also in Rutherford, dogs are welcome to join human guests on the beautiful outdoor tasting patio. Sit back, relax and enjoy Mumm’s sparkling wines in a serene atmosphere for any of the winery’s outdoor tasting experiences.
SENZA Hotel provides comfortable contemporary accommodations during your stay in Napa. The pet-friendly hotel is located near wineries in Napa and the neighboring towns of Rutherford, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga. Rooms feature balconies and patios with a view, and other outstanding amenities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, onsite spa, and a complimentary continental breakfast.
North Fork Wine Country in Long Island, NY
There are several dog-friendly wineries to visit in Long Island’s North Fork, which is located just a half hour from the Hamptons. While it’s a convenient day trip for Hamptonites, the North Fork is also a charming and less-frequented destination ideal for travelers seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle.
Dogs are welcome inside the cozy, pub-style tasting room and at picnic tables on the outdoor patio set amongst the vines at Palmer Vineyards in Riverhead. Order a tasting flight and listen to live music for a great day out with Fido. The winery has a resident cat, so make sure your dog gets along with felines!
At Osprey’s Dominion Vineyards in Peconic, sample varietals like Pinot Gris and Carmenere during your tasting. Then, relax with a glass at picnic tables or Adirondack chairs under the sun. In the warmer months, play lawn games in the four-acre yard, bring your own meat and veggies to grill on one of the three BBQ stations, and pair your picnic lunch with a bottle of Osprey’s Dominion wine. During the winter months, dogs are allowed inside the tasting room.
Outside the North Fork in St. James, dogs can hang out at outdoor tables overlooking the vineyard and Stony Brook Harbor at Harmony Vineyards, located just 70 minutes from New York City. The quaint tasting house was originally constructed in 1690 as a home. Try the Harmonious Red Blend, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon paired with cheese and charcuterie platters. Dogs are only allowed in the warmer months when you can sit outside in the lower vineyard seating areas.
Extend your stay with Fido in New York’s North Fork Wine Country with a stay at the pet-friendly Hotel Indigo East End, located in Riverhead. In addition to its close proximity to wineries, the hotel is next door to dog-friendly “re-tail” therapy at Tanger Outlets Riverhead, and it offers onsite conveniences like a restaurant, spa and a grassy pet relief area.
Lake Michigan Shore Wine Country, MI
Did you know there’s a wine region worth visiting in the Midwest? There sure is! Head to Michigan to explore more than 100 wineries and cideries, many of which allow canine companions.
Round Barn Winery & Estate welcomes dogs at all outdoor areas of its estate in Baroda. Live music, food trucks and good wines attract crowds on the weekends, so tasting reservations are recommended in the summer and fall.
Bring your pup to Hickory Creek Winery in Buchanan to taste the winery’s small-batch European-style wines. You might even be greeted by the owner’s dogs! Sit outside while you sample varietals ranging from Dry Riesling to Apple Wine to Cabernet Franc. The pet-friendly winery offers snack-sized charcuterie plates and an assortment of products and treats for your furry friend.
Your leashed pup is welcome to join you at an outdoor table in the grassy area at Tabor Hill Winery. The winery offers flight tastings, wine by the glass or bottle, hand-crafted cocktails, and craft beer. Pair your beverage with flatbread pizzas, charcuterie and other snacks. Tabor Hill’s wines continually win awards from local, regional and national competitions.
Stay with Fido in a quaint cottage at the pet-friendly Goldberry Woods Bed & Breakfast. After enjoying a complimentary breakfast, explore the B&B’s 28 acres of woods and river on trails with your pup.
Dog-Friendly Wineries Around the World
If you’re up for an international wine-centric vacation with your canine companion, here are some amazing wineries around the globe that make splurging on an airline ticket totally worth it:
In Baja California, head to Las Nubes Winery in Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe wine region. Leashed dogs can tag along as you visit the tasting room and sample their Syrah and other reds. Reservations are required for Saturday tastings. Treat yourself to an amazing overnight experience at the nearby pet-friendly Maglen Resort which offers beautiful rooms with vineyard views and an onsite spa.
Castello di Verrazzano, nestled in the heart of Tuscany in Italy, also welcomes four-legged friends. The winery, which is located in a historic castle in Greve In Chianti in the Chianti Classico wine region, offers breathtaking views and amazing Old World wines. Dogs are allowed at tastings, tours and strolls in the Italian garden. Pups need to be carried through the cellars during tours. Experience a Tuscan farm stay with Fido at the lovely Corte di Valle agriturismo where you can sip wines beside the pool with postcard-perfect Italian vistas.
Near Chinon in France’s Loire Valley wine region, Chateau du Petit Thouars permits unleashed chiens on the estate grounds and leashed dogs inside the cellar and tasting room. Dimitri, the estate owner’s Cairn Terrier, may even greet you on your tour! Dog owners will want to book the Picnic in the Vines tour and tasting, which allows visitors to picnic outside with their pup at a beautifully dressed table in the vineyard. Book a dog-friendly room nearby at The Originals Boutique Hôtel Le Londres Saumur to explore more of the Loire Valley.
Down under in Melbourne, contact Gourmet Pawprints for a Doggy Winery Tour of the Yarra Valley or Mornington Peninsula. Hop aboard the “Bella the Dog Welcoming Bus” for your excursion, which includes a morning snack, two to three wine tastings at different vineyards, and a two-course lunch with wine pairing. While you eat, your pooch will be pampered with a massage and a movie on the bus. Each pup-friendly winery tour also promises off-leash fun at a vineyard, park or beach! Relax weary paws at the end of the day at the luxurious AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank.