Macrostie Winery

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39 Years

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Award-Winning Sonoma Coast Wines Since 1987

Established in 1987, Macrostie Winery is a pioneering winery rooted in Sonoma County's rich viticultural heritage. Our guiding philosophy centers on letting the vineyards' character define our wines, crafting expressions of time and place that reflect the Sonoma Coast's unique terroir. With over 30 Chardonnay and 15 Pinot Noir partnerships alongside our estate vineyards, we embrace a diverse landscape to create wines of uncommon complexity and balance. Under Winemaker Heidi Bridenhagen's leadership since 2013, we've elevated small-lot fermentations to over 130 annual batches, earning 365+ 90+ point scores.

Our commitment to sustainability through Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing accreditation demonstrates our dedication to preserving Sonoma's natural resources. As a women-led winery recognized by San Francisco Magazine as Best Overall Winery, we blend tradition with innovation through initiatives like our Clockwise program while maintaining Steve Macrostie Winery's original vision of elegant, vineyard-driven wines.

Services

Chardonnay Production Pinot Noir Production Estate Vineyard Tours Private Wine Tastings Wine Club Membership Sustainable Viticulture Sparkling Wine Program Corporate Events Online Wine Sales Vineyard-Designate Wines

Details

Year established: 1987

Highlights and features

Crafting 130+ small-lot fermentations annually for precise blending
365+ wines rated 90+ points by major publications
Pioneering women-led winemaking since 2013
35+ years developing Sonoma Coast's finest vineyard partnerships
Innovative Clockwise program exploring new varietals and regions

Associations and certifications

Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing

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Services

Chardonnay Production

Crafting expressive Chardonnays from Sonoma Coast's finest vineyards using sustainable practices. Our small-lot approach preserves each site's unique character through meticulous fermentation and blending. Wines consistently earn 90+ points for their balance of vibrant acidity and complex terroir expression.

Estate Vineyard Tours

Guided experiences through our Russian River Valley estate with panoramic vineyard views. Guests explore sustainable farming practices and taste current releases while learning about our history and winemaking philosophy. Optional food pairings enhance the sensory journey.

Wine Club Membership

Curated selections delivered with benefits including 15-20% savings, exclusive events, and library wine access. Members enjoy priority allocation of limited-production bottlings and special tasting experiences at our estate house.

Sparkling Wine Program

Innovative sparkling wine production combining traditional methods with modern techniques. Our program features unique cuves showcased through seasonal food-pairing experiences at our Healdsburg estate.

Private Events

Host weddings, corporate retreats, or celebrations in our sustainably designed estate house with vineyard backdrop. Our team customizes tastings and culinary experiences for groups of 7-40 guests with dedicated hospitality.

People

Heidi Bridenhagen

Winemaker

Appointed in 2013, Heidi reimagined our Pinot Noir program and launched Clockwise. With a biochemistry background and global experience, she oversees 130+ annual fermentations while leading sustainable initiatives.

Steve Macrostie Winery

Founder

Since 1974, Steve has pioneered Sonoma Coast winemaking. As Macrostie Winery's visionary founder, he established enduring grower relationships that continue shaping our vineyard-designate approach.

Carolina Guerra

Assistant Winemaker

Named assistant winemaker in 2023, Carolina brings international experience from Brazil, Australia, and California. She specializes in small-lot trials and works toward UC Davis certification.

Taylor Abudi

Grower Relations Manager

Overseeing 50+ vineyard partners since 2022, Taylor combines UC Davis viticulture training with hands-on global experience to ensure premium grape sourcing across our estate and partner sites.

Questions

What is MacRostie's signature style?

We create balanced, terroir-driven wines emphasizing vibrant acidity and nuanced flavors through sustainable practices and small-lot fermentation.

How do I visit the estate?

Reserve our Signature Experience or seasonal tastings daily 10-5 at 4605 Westside Road in Healdsburg, CA.

What awards have you won?

We've earned 365+ 90+ point scores from major publications and San Francisco Magazine's Best Overall Winery award.

How does sustainability impact your wines?

Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing practices ensure we preserve Sonoma's resources while capturing authentic terroir characteristics year after year.

Can I purchase wines online?

Yes, shop our current releases including member-exclusive bottles through our website with options for case shipping.

Reviews (4)

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Vikk Maa

Dec 23, 2021 Report

I will be back - it is one of a few of my favorite places now, thanks to the North Bay Wine Tours for introducing this great vinery to us! Gorgeous views and gorgeous wine, absolutely-totally-completely beautiful place with contemporary styled interior and amazing gift suggestions. Look at the pictures - they say more than any words can say!

Sonja Midtune

Dec 01, 2021 Report

One of the best wine tasting experiences Ive ever had! My boyfriend and I did a tasting at MacRostie last
Friday morning and had a wonderful experience. We were sold from the greeting toast Chardonnay! The view was incredible and Andy modified our tasting to include the type of wines that we like. He was knowledgeable, fun, put up with all my questions, and completely made our experience. We just had to sign up for the membership!! Definitely will be back.

Ashley Bostwick

Nov 26, 2021 Report

Corey was amazing! We have never had a more relatable tasting experience - he described every wine we tasted as a particular experience (open this by the fire with family, etc). And not to mention the grounds were gorgeous. We had our cat with us as this was a spontaneous stop and Corey treated him like a prince. Joined the club and will definitely be back

Daniel Podratsky

Oct 05, 2021 Report

I was impressed by their wines, even not typically liking Pinot Noir. We wanted to branch out and try some styles that Sonoma is known for. Really pretty venue and great views from the deck. Only downside was the pace of the tasting. Our host was sidetracked by another large private group on the other side of the venue. We weren't in any hurry (thank goodness) but we still found ourselves waiting uncomfortably long between his visits. All in all, it don't regret our visit, but we liked other wineries better.