Gundlach Bundschu Winery


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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $7,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Gundlach Bundschu is a family-owned winery and organically farmed vineyard in the heart of Sonoma. Six generations of the Bundschu family and friends have celebrated life on Rhinefarm with creativity and high spirits. Today, the historic beauty of our 320-acre property allows for endless possibilities when planning your event.


Our event spaces

Gundlach Bundschu Winery

Bucolic charm for your event.

If you seek vineyard views, Sonoma vibes, and various venue choices, Gundlach Bundschu may be the perfect location for your event. We invite you to experience the bucolic charm of our historic property. From springtime weddings with a backdrop of yellow mustard fields to autumn celebrations surrounded by colorful foliage, we welcome events year-round. We offer proposal packages, memorable engagement shoots, extensive wedding ceremonies and receptions, intimate elopements, romantic vow renewals, post-wedding gatherings and more. We also love to host your milestone birthday celebrations, anniversaries, corporate events, and any type of large gathering! Our spirited team will take care of you from the moment your planning begins to the last guest who departs and shouts BEST. DAY. EVER!

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”

Gundlach Bundschu Winery

Bucolic charm for your event.

If you seek vineyard views, Sonoma vibes, and various venue choices, Gundlach Bundschu may be the perfect location for your event. We invite you to experience the bucolic charm of our historic property. From springtime weddings with a backdrop of yellow mustard fields to autumn celebrations surrounded by colorful foliage, we welcome events year-round. We offer proposal packages, memorable engagement shoots, extensive wedding ceremonies and receptions, intimate elopements, romantic vow renewals, post-wedding gatherings and more. We also love to host your milestone birthday celebrations, anniversaries, corporate events, and any type of large gathering! Our spirited team will take care of you from the moment your planning begins to the last guest who departs and shouts BEST. DAY. EVER!

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed and casual”


Available services that can be provided by Gundlach Bundschu Winery

Services & amenities

  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Limo
  • Self parking - free
  • Shuttle
  • Valet - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

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    Cristina C.

    Rating: 5
    Sep 25, 2024

    5 Stars!

    We stumbled upon Gundlach Bundschu years ago on our very first trip to wine country together. Little did we know we would one day end up getting married there. It is truly an extraordinary and enchanting place. We love Gun Bun and look forward to visiting for years to come.


Preferred vendors of Gundlach Bundschu Winery


Real couples who got married at Gundlach Bundschu Winery

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May through October
November through April
All wine will be provided by Gundlach Bundschu. You are allowed to bring in beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Outside sparkling wine is permitted for the toast. No liquor is permitted on premise for the event.
Yes, we offer in-and-out privileges and self-parking.
Yes, all our facilities are accessible but please reach out to our events staff to learn more.
To reserve a date at Gundlach Bundschu, a deposit equal to half the venue fee and a signed contract are required.
The rental rate includes exclusive use of the venue for your event. Certain furniture is included depending on the event space.
The venue rental is from 4-10pm. Wedding Guests cannot access the venue any earlier than 4pm. The Wedding Party has access to the property for photos starting at 1pm. Sonoma county has a noise ordinance which requires that our events have a stop time of 10pm.
Rentals can be delivered as early as 7am.
Beginning at 2pm, the bridal party has access to the living room and dining room at Mary’s House. For an additional fee, the Bungalow can be rented as a prep area for the groomsmen.
For events on the Overlook, you have access to the Cave Dining Room an hour before the ceremony.
A one-hour ceremony rehearsal can be hosted the day prior to your wedding. All rehearsal times are subject to other events being hosted at the venue and must be scheduled with the events office. Guests of the rehearsal will not be allowed in the tasting room without reservations.
Yes, we do require a qualified, licensed wedding planner. The wedding planner may not be someone who is in the wedding party or attending the wedding as a guest. Please reference the list of our preferred professionals for recommendations.
Gundlach Bundschu does not provide on-site catering. Sonoma and the surrounding area is filled with seasoned catering professionals with a depth of experience. All catering companies listed on our preferred professionals sheet have already been pre- approved and very familiar with our property.
A deposit of half of the total venue fee is due one week after signing the contract. The remaining half will be due one month prior to the date of the event. The wine fee will be due 14 days prior to the date of the event.
The Old Redwood Barn will be used as a backup in case of rain. You may also rent a tent, if you prefer.
Yes! We encourage you to schedule a tasting with the events department leading up to your event so you can choose which wines you would like served at your wedding.
Yes! You are welcome to take photos anywhere on property for your wedding with the exception of the tasting room, courtyard and cave during business hours.
Yes. We’re one of the few wine country wedding venues that allows food trucks.
Due to the risk of fires, we do not allow open flame smoking on property.
We require a separate signed agreement with the band.
There are no onsite accommodations, but the town of Sonoma has many options for your guests and wedding party.
Yes! We are available for tours by reservation only, so our team can accompany you and answer your questions. To schedule your tour, please email our team, info@bundschu.com