Elizabeth Spencer Winery is the realization of a dream by a husband and wife team, where their belief that wine should be delicious, inviting, and representative of its place of origin is evident in every bottle they make. Balanced, elegant, and approachable, their wines are made from grapes grown in Northern California's finest wine regions, focusing on Napa Valley, Sonoma Coast, and Mendocino.
Since their inaugural vintage in 1998, the winery has worked with a prestigious network of vineyard growers to farm and produce premium, small-production wines from the very best vineyards in Northern California. The historic, 1872 brick Post Office building in Rutherford, CA has served as their tasting room since 2000.
Visitors to the winery are greeted by a gorgeous courtyard with nicely set up seating in the back, and can enjoy a Signature Tasting Flight or a Reserve Flight Tasting. The wines, ranging from Pinot Noir to Sauvignon Blanc, have been described as excellent, with the Carneros Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon being particular favorites. The winery's staff is known for their exceptional knowledge, friendliness, and welcoming attitude, making it a great experience for all who visit.
Lovely small winery, nice outdoor patio for tasting, good service and white and red wine options.
October 2026
Such a delightful surprise to pull off of the highway and enjoy a tasting here. James made our tasting experience truly special, answering all of our questions and showcasing some wonderful wines.
I would absolutely recommend visiting and relaxing in their lovely garden area.
July 2026
A hidden gem! The main entrance is small but don't let that deceive you. We were taken to a lovely garden area for our tasting. There was plenty of covered seating. The staff was very attentive and the wine was enjoyable.
