Thorn Hill Vineyards

8170 Highway 29
Kelseyville, California 95451
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Local Phone: (707) 279-2745

North of Napa Valley, on Highway 29 near Mount Konocti, Thorn Hill’s tasting room is a Mediterranean-inspired haven of fountains, travertine patios, stained glass windows, stone fireplaces, ponds and gardens.

Thorn Hill’s Lake County tasting room offers wine tasting daily, gourmet food and wine pairings, and wine tasting events. Guests may relax and soak up the beautiful Lake County surroundings as they enjoy tasting Thorn Hill’s world class wines which are sold in their tasting rooms by the glass, bottle or case.

Please call or check website for hours.

Dog Access:

Dogs allowed in picnic area or patio

Dog-friendly amenities:

Water bowl provided

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