Sonoma Valley · Sonoma County
Visit Rock & Clay Wines with a Private Chauffeur
Single-vineyard whites and reds, mostly from Sonoma County, from former garagistes Kent Iverson and Carol Collier, with bird labels by illustrator Roger Hall. Rock & Clay does not receive visitors; here is what to know, and a day at sought-after estates nearby that do host.
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About the Winery
Rock & Clay Wines belongs to Kent Iverson and Carol Collier, who were home winemakers for many years before going commercial. Carol is a writer and a former owner of a wine shop and a wine importing company; Kent earned an enology degree from UC Davis in 1985 and spent his career in the biopharmaceutical industry. The wines are made by Patrick Saboe, director of winemaking at Foundry Wines, whose career includes Robert Sinskey, Hanna, Keller Estate and Petroni Vineyards.
The label makes crisp, aromatic whites and concentrated reds from single vineyards in mostly Sonoma County. Kent named it while digging holes for replacement vines in Namesake Vineyard on Meadowlark Lane in Sonoma, where the soil is Haire clay braided with alluvial sediments. Each bottle carries a bird by scientific illustrator Roger Hall: a Western Meadowlark for the Namesake Vineyard Chardonnay, a Barn Owl for the Coffey Lane Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, a Great Egret for the Catie's Corner Viognier, a Red Winged Blackbird for the Tzabaco Rancho Malbec and a Common Raven for the Heringer Vineyard Malbec and Tannat.
There is no tasting room, and the winery's website lists no address or visiting hours, so Rock & Clay does not receive visitors. To ask about buying wine, contact Kent by phone or email. The day below stays in the Sonoma Valley around Glen Ellen and Kenwood, at three estates that do host.
Tasting Fees
Rock & Clay Wines does not offer tastings.
On the day below, tastings are $45 at Benziger, $35 at Imagery and $45 at Kunde, paid directly to each winery.
Tasting fees as of October 2026. Wineries set and collect their own fees, and they change from time to time.
At a Glance
Location
Sonoma Valley
AVA
Sonoma Valley
Visiting
Rock & Clay Wines has no tasting room and does not receive visitors; its website lists only a phone number, an email address and a contact form.
Known For
Single-vineyard Chardonnay, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Malbec with Roger Hall bird labels
Founded
Founding year not published
Good to Know
To buy wine or ask a question, contact kent@rockandclaywines.com or 650-823-5810, or use the form at rockandclaywines.com.
A Suggested Six-Hour Day
Pickup at 10:00 a.m. from a Glen Ellen hotel such as Gaige House or Olea Hotel.
10:00 · Pickup at Gaige House or Olea Hotel
Since Rock & Clay does not host visitors, this day takes you to three sought-after estates nearby that do. Both hotels are in Glen Ellen, about 5 to 10 minutes from the first stop. The day runs about six and a quarter hours, and extra time can be added by the hour.
10:15 · Benziger Family Winery
About 5 to 10 minutes away. A Biodynamic ranch on Sonoma Mountain with a tractor tram tour and wine caves. The Biodynamic Tractor Tram Tour with a tasting of four wines is $45; we allow about an hour and a quarter. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
11:45 · Lunch at Yeti
About 5 minutes away. Lunch at Yeti in Glen Ellen, with Himalayan and Indian cooking. We confirm hours when we book. Prefer a picnic? We can arrange a catered picnic at a winery that allows one; the cost is quoted when you book.
1:15 · Imagery Estate Winery
About 5 minutes away. Rare grape varieties, artist-designed labels and an on-site art gallery in Glen Ellen, a fitting stop for a label known for its art. The Reserve Seated Tasting of five winery-exclusive wines is $35, about an hour. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2:30 · Kunde Family Winery
About 10 minutes away. A family estate since 1904 with caves in volcanic rock. The seated Kinneybrook Tasting with cheese and charcuterie is $45, 90 minutes. Open daily 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; reservations recommended.
4:00 · Back to your hotel
Back in Glen Ellen by about 4:15 p.m., about six and a quarter hours after pickup.
All three wineries are open daily. Benziger's tram tours and Kunde's seated tastings are best reserved ahead, which we do when we book.
About $125 per person in tasting fees for the three wineries, paid directly to each winery.
Every tour is custom. This day is a starting point: your chauffeur will shape it around what matters to you, and we plan multi-day tours for guests who want to see more of wine country.
Your Vehicle & Six-Hour Tour Rates
Up to 6 guests
Elite Luxury SUV
Lincoln Navigator or Cadillac Escalade
From $750
Six-hour wine tour, plus 20% gratuity. Additional hours $125 each.
Up to 9 guests
Jet Sprinter or Executive Luxury Van
Captain's chairs and room to spread out
From $1,350
Six-hour wine tour, plus 20% gratuity. Additional hours $225 each.
Larger groups travel in more than one vehicle, and we plan the winery appointments around your group, since many wineries limit groups to 6 to 8 guests. Tasting fees are separate and paid directly to each winery. Every tour starts with six hours; add time by the hour when you book.
Questions
Can I visit Rock & Clay Wines?
No. Rock & Clay has no tasting room and lists no visiting hours, as of October 2026. We can plan a day at nearby wineries that do host.
How can I buy Rock & Clay wine?
Contact the winery by email at kent@rockandclaywines.com, by phone at 650-823-5810, or through the form on its website.
Who makes Rock & Clay?
Proprietors Kent Iverson and Carol Collier, with winemaker Patrick Saboe of Foundry Wines.
Why are there birds on the labels?
The owners chose birds by scientific illustrator Roger Hall because they are a constant presence in Northern California vineyards, such as the meadowlarks in Namesake Vineyard each spring.
How does booking a tour with Bien Chauffeured work?
Reserve a six-hour tour online, even if your plans are still taking shape. Your chauffeur will email you first to learn what matters to you, then build your itinerary and make the winery appointments. Extra hours can be added.
Reserve Your Tour Now, Plan the Details Later
Your plans don't need to be final to book. Reserve your six-hour tour online, and your chauffeur will email you first to learn what matters to you, then build your itinerary and make the winery appointments. Prefer to talk? Call our concierge at 833-915-2436.
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