The Course at Wente Vineyards

The Course at Wente Vineyards sits in Livermore Valley wine country, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco. Designed by Greg Norman and opened in 1998, the course occupies rolling terrain among the Wente family's vineyards, which have been producing wine in the region since the 1880s. The layout takes advantage of natural elevation changes and integrates the surrounding agricultural landscape into the playing experience, with vineyard rows visible from many holes. The routing moves through varied terrain that includes oak-studded hillsides, open valleys, and areas adjacent to active grape cultivation. Water comes into play on several holes, and the property's natural contours create strategic interest without requiring extreme earthmoving. The design emphasizes width in the landing areas while using bunkers and natural grades to define preferred angles of approach. Views extend across the valley to surrounding ridgelines, giving the course a distinctly Northern California character. The facility operates as a public-access course connected to the Wente family's broader hospitality operations, which include the winery, tasting rooms, and restaurant. The clubhouse and dining areas reflect the wine country setting, and the course attracts both local golfers and visitors exploring the Livermore Valley wine region. The combination of golf and viticulture makes it a representative example of Northern California's wine country golf destinations, where the game shares space with agricultural heritage.