Thacher Winery

Unpretentious winery producing zinfandels and chenin blancs with a hint of salty sea air. Book a slot on "Funky Fridays" ($30) to try uncommon varietals like valdigué and cinsault, or get VIP treatment on its Stables Tour ($80). Breathe deeply as you drive up the dirt road to this historic ranch that makes memorable Rhône blends – "Controlled Chaos" is a perennial fave.