Visitor Policies at Durst Winery & Estate

At Durst Winery & Estate, our goal is simple: to offer a beautiful, relaxing space where you can slow down, sip thoughtful wines, and enjoy time with the people you love. To ensure a wonderful experience for every guest, we’ve outlined our current tasting and visitor policies below. We appreciate you taking a moment to read through them — these guidelines help us keep the estate peaceful, safe, and enjoyable for all.

When making a reservation, please scroll down and select the option that matches your party size. If you experience any difficulty with booking, we are happy to assist you. Please call the tasting room at 209-601-1413.

 

Reservations & Walk-Ins

We are happy to welcome both walk-ins and reservations.

 

Reservation Accuracy

Please ensure that your reservation reflects the accurate number of guests in your party.

If the number of guests attending is greater than the reservation size and the updated count is noted in the reservation notes rather than booked under the correct party size, the reservation will be canceled and will need to be rebooked under the appropriate group size.

Please also include the number of children in your party when making your reservation. Children do count toward the total guest count so we can ensure proper seating and a comfortable experience for everyone.

This allows us to properly prepare seating and staffing so that every guest visiting the estate can enjoy a relaxed and well-served experience.

If you have questions about the correct reservation option for your group, please call the tasting room at 209-601-1413 and we will be happy to assist you.

 

Small Parties (1–8 guests)

Walk-ins are welcome as space allows, and reservations are always encouraged — especially on weekends and during special events — to guarantee your seating.

 

Groups of 9+ guests

A reservation is required for all groups of 9 or more. A reservation fee secures your table and allows your group to enjoy the estate for the day. The fee amount varies based on group size.

To ensure smooth service and a relaxed atmosphere for all guests:

• Wine flights are not offered for groups of 9+
• Groups of 9+ may enjoy wine by the glass or by the bottle only

If you are having trouble locating the correct reservation option, please scroll down to the appropriate party size or please call the tasting room at 209-601-1413 and we will be happy to assist you.

 

Groups of 20+ or Private Events

Larger gatherings, celebrations, or private garden events are booked through our Events Team. Please submit an inquiry so we may curate a personalized experience for you. You can submit an email to celebrate@durstwinery.com

Automatic Gratuity for Groups of 8+

To support attentive, high-quality service for your group and the tasting room overall, a 20% automatic gratuity will be added to all tabs for parties of 8 or more. This ensures we are properly staffed and able to provide the elevated hospitality that Durst is known for.

 

Food Service & Outside Food Policy

With the addition of our on-site kitchen, outside food is no longer permitted on the property.

Guests are invited to enjoy food from our walk-up pizza counter and kitchen, featuring wood-fired pizza and seasonal offerings designed to pair beautifully with our wines.

This policy helps us maintain proper food safety standards and allows guests to fully experience the culinary program we have thoughtfully developed here at the estate.

Outside alcohol is not permitted under California state licensing laws.

 

Families, Children & Safety

Children are always welcome at Durst Winery & Estate — we genuinely love seeing families gather here. To keep all guests safe:

• Children must remain supervised by an adult at all times
• Children may not roam the grounds unattended

If a child is left unsupervised, we will gently ask the party to correct the situation. If it continues, we may ask the group to conclude their visit.

Our estate includes water features, uneven pathways, wildlife, heavy equipment, and active service areas, so attentive supervision is essential.

 

Pets

Friendly, well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome outdoors. Please clean up after your pets and ensure they remain with you at all times.

General Courtesy & Use of the Grounds

To ensure a positive, comfortable atmosphere for all guests:

• Please treat the property with the same care you would your own home
• Dispose of all trash before leaving your area
• Keep noise levels respectful, especially during private events taking place onsite

Final pours are offered until 4:30 PM, with the estate closing at 5:00 PM.

 

Cancellations

For groups of 15–20 guests, reservation fees are non-refundable.

For smaller reservations, we kindly request 24–48 hours notice if your plans change.

 

Our Heart for Hospitality

Everything we do is guided by our love of community and connection. Whether you're here for a quiet tasting, celebrating a milestone, or enjoying an afternoon among the gardens, we want you to feel at home.

Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us — we can’t wait to welcome you.