Preston Winery was founded in 1981 by Lou Preston. The Preston family has grown grapes in the Dry Creek Valley for decades. They have a real appreciation for the land and respect for traditions. In fact, the vineyards were certified organic in 2005.
     Lou decided early to focus on Rhone varietal wines. The extensive vineyards consist of 125 acres, and two-thirds of the grapes are sold to other wineries. Lou is also famous for his homemade bread that you can buy at the winery too.

•    Barbera: This traditional grape from northeast Italy is at home in the Dry Creek Valley. The hue has a deep ruby color with a narrow purple rim. This wine has an intense nose of blackberry and vanilla. The palate is full bodied, with soft tannins and a medium length finish. This is a really fun and easy-to-drink wine.

    Amenities:

• Free tasting every day from 11 AM - 4:30 PM
• Group size limited to 8 or less
• Picnic tables
• Fresh artisan bread available every day, pickles in the summer, olives in the winter. Organic olive oil.
• Gift shop
• Wine club

    Contact: Julia Wackback
    Address: 9282 W. Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448
    Tel: 800-305-9707
    Web site: www.prestonvineyards.com
    Open seven days a week,
    11:00 AM-4:30 PM.