The Course at Wente Vineyards
About
Located less than an hour east of San Francisco, the Course at Wente Vineyards sprawls across the lush, rolling hills of Livermore Valley. Greg Norman carefully crafted the golf course, creating one of northern California's most challenging layouts. The course incorporates three different landscapes: woodlands, grassy meadows, and mature vineyards. All throughout the golf course though, golfers will be faced with dramatic elevation changes that cause tricky uneven lies but that also means there are panoramic views to be enjoyed on almost every hole. The fairways and landing areas are narrow and require good club management. The prevailing winds add another challenging element to the course. The Course at Wente Vineyards' back nine holes are more demanding with the par 3s being especially memorable. It is a tough but fair round that will reward proper club selection and strategy.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7181 yards | 74.7 | 143 |
| Gold | 72 | 6840 yards | 73.4 | 140 |
| Blue/Blue White | 72 | 6266 yards | 70.9 | 127 |
| Blue/Blue White (W) | 72 | 6266 yards | 69.6 | 126 |
| White | 72 | 5637 yards | 68.4 | 121 |
| White (W) | 72 | 5637 yards | 73.8 | 132 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4865 yards | 69.6 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 74.7/144 | 474 | 307 | 138 | 421 | 581 | 353 | 228 | 602 | 496 | 3600 | 304 | 172 | 564 | 420 | 173 | 569 | 454 | 453 | 472 | 3581 | 7181 |
| Gold M: 73.4/140 | 423 | 301 | 133 | 383 | 521 | 349 | 202 | 598 | 462 | 3372 | 300 | 169 | 558 | 413 | 166 | 547 | 413 | 445 | 457 | 3468 | 6840 |
| Gold/Blue M: 72.3/134 | 405 | 301 | 133 | 383 | 521 | 349 | 182 | 547 | 405 | 3226 | 300 | 169 | 542 | 413 | 160 | 547 | 413 | 400 | 412 | 3356 | 6582 |
| Blue M: 70.9/127 | 405 | 286 | 121 | 341 | 479 | 298 | 182 | 547 | 405 | 3064 | 281 | 161 | 542 | 375 | 160 | 499 | 372 | 400 | 412 | 3202 | 6266 |
| Blue/White M: 69.6/126 | 380 | 286 | 121 | 341 | 479 | 298 | 182 | 480 | 353 | 2920 | 281 | 161 | 487 | 375 | 160 | 499 | 372 | 391 | 368 | 3094 | 6014 |
| White M: 68.4/121 W: 73.8/132 | 380 | 254 | 110 | 288 | 408 | 265 | 150 | 480 | 353 | 2688 | 256 | 149 | 487 | 342 | 148 | 473 | 335 | 391 | 368 | 2949 | 5637 |
| Red M: 64.9/113 W: 69.6/116 | 300 | 203 | 101 | 245 | 373 | 240 | 122 | 429 | 315 | 2328 | 216 | 120 | 413 | 302 | 143 | 423 | 286 | 319 | 315 | 2537 | 4865 |
| Handicap | 7 | 15 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
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Photo submitted by u3393655 on 10/22/2025
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Photo submitted by u3393655 on 10/22/2025
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Photo submitted by albatrossx2 on 06/10/2025
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Photo submitted by albatrossx2 on 06/10/2025
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Photo submitted by albatrossx2 on 06/10/2025
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Photo submitted by almightyanne1 on 06/03/2025
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Photo submitted by jbjking on 04/21/2025
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Photo submitted by jbjking on 04/21/2025
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Photo submitted by chenyuyu on 04/16/2025
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Photo submitted by u000005869742 on 01/17/2025
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Photo submitted by u000005869742 on 01/17/2025
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Practice Range Photo submitted by rmacaalay on 11/07/2024
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Hole 16, 17, 18. Photo submitted by rmacaalay on 11/07/2024
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Photo submitted by bink407 on 09/15/2024
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Photo submitted by bink407 on 09/15/2024
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Photo submitted by u314161073440 on 02/08/2024
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Photo submitted by markromanculpepper on 12/09/2023
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Photo submitted by 20putts on 11/19/2023
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Photo submitted by u314161073440 on 07/24/2023
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Photo submitted by Michaeltraver on 11/22/2022
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Photo submitted by rich4par on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by rich4par on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by bejuma on 07/17/2022
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Photo submitted by fariaskw on 05/12/2022
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Photo submitted by fariaskw on 05/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u314160950462 on 06/17/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005215666 on 03/10/2021
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Photo submitted by Sunti88 on 10/29/2020
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Photo submitted by NorCAGolfer47 on 07/26/2020
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Photo submitted by Sunti88 on 07/10/2020
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Majestic views on all holes Photo submitted by Anthonyreid on 01/09/2020
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Photo submitted by carlos72 on 07/21/2019
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Photo submitted by carlos72 on 07/21/2019
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Hole 1 Photo submitted by Sihawker on 04/06/2018
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The view from 10 Photo submitted by Sihawker on 04/06/2018
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Photo submitted by torainca on 09/09/2014
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A look back down the 3rd fairway on a gorgeous day at Wente! Photo submitted by jeffinMDR on 03/12/2014
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The view down 18 from the 19th hole, late in the day after the round Photo submitted by jeffinMDR on 03/12/2014
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A moment of golf gratitude Photo submitted by marsage on 02/02/2014
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5th hole Photo submitted by GrumpyGreg on 08/23/2013
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Photo submitted by Jorge1065897 on 04/24/2013
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Nice anyway you look :) Photo submitted by Jorge1065897 on 04/24/2013
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Photo submitted by Jorge1065897 on 04/24/2013
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Photo submitted by Jorge1065897 on 04/24/2013
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Photo submitted by Thomas8037876 on 04/16/2013
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Photo submitted by bigman4par on 01/30/2013
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Photo submitted by bigman4par on 01/30/2013
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Photo submitted by bigman4par on 01/30/2013
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Photo submitted by Cornbread2082 on 01/21/2013
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Bird's eye view from the driving range. Photo submitted by statboysffl on 01/07/2013
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Hole #1 Photo submitted by statboysffl on 01/07/2013
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Amazing view from the tee box on #10 Photo submitted by statboysffl on 01/07/2013
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Another shot from #10 Photo submitted by statboysffl on 01/07/2013
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Hole #10 It's not very long, but there's a lot of trouble to the right! Photo submitted by statboysffl on 01/07/2013
This course will challenge you
The multiple tee box locations will challenge even the most skilled golfer.
Love Wente
Such a beautiful setting and awesome Golfcourse. Great layout except for hole 10 pin placement yesterday - grounds crew must have been grumpy. Love this course and everything about it.
Beautiful Track
Beautiful Lush Green Golf Course surrounded by beautiful scenery! BONUS: A Winery next door to do some tasting after your round!
really good course
Really really really good place to play golf !!
I reserved one more rounding..
Nice
great views excellent conditions all "round" a great place to play did I mention real sand bunkers
A wonderful day of golf
This is one of my most favorite courses in the Bay Area. The lay out and scenery are stunning, the course is always well maintained and the round is challenging.
Great Course to Play
It's one of the best course in SF Bay Area. Great design with good condition. Beautiful view surrounding by foothills and vineyards. Will play again and again.
A must play course in Tri-VAlley
Great course condition even in current drought. Will definitely play again.
Best course in the Tri Valley
By far the best course in the Tri Valley Area, tough but fair is what I like to tell friends, 1st. hole is your best chance for a birdie so take advantage of it. Great views, free range balls, every hole gives you something to think about in terms of which shot to play. THe pace of play is usually good, they don't stack people up too tight. A lot of people think this course is private, but it's public, and you can usually find some kind of deal on golfnow, or at Costco. The food is great, and the Grille after your round is a great place to enjoy a beer or glass of wine overlooking the 18th. green 5 stars for this course
Like Pebble Beach you gotta go once
but unlike Pebble you will want to go back to Wente again and again.
we found a great rate (if the course has been aerated ask about the discount)
The Staff was THE BEST and be sure to tip them well they go the extra mile for you!!
Amazing course and experience
If you've never played this course do yourself a favor and book a tee time. There are sweeping views of the Livermore Valley. You play in the Vineyards. The course is in fantastic condition. The staff is friendly.
My only minor complaint about this round is they were aerating the greens and it wasn't announced on GolfNow with the icon. So I suppose my advice would be to call the course in advance which defeats the purpose of GolfNow.
Beautiful course
This is a beautiful course and in great shape. the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Had lunch at the restaurant and the burger was really good. The fries were like shoe string potato chips. Not very good. My friend had a salad and he said it wasn't very good either.
Overall, a very nice day at a really nice golf course with great people working there. I recommend it.
Spectacular
The course offers the average golfer a fair challenge. The fact that on many holes you are up in the hills teeing off offers many spectacular views. The steep winding paths take you thru the vinyards and give you an up close look at the vines. The staff is very helpful and friendly.
We'll manicured
The course was in excellent shape. The greens rolled true and fairways and tee boxes were great too. Good variety of holes with lots of elevation changes.
Wente Golf experience
From the time we arrived at the course the staff was welcoming and accommodating. It was apparent that our experience was important to them. Very enjoyable round . Fabulous views and interesting holes.
need to play here more often
Got a great rate on golfnow.com . Starter let us go out early. Course in top condition, considering the drought.
Great layout
Several elevated tees make for great views and interesting shots. Great risk reward holes can produce birdies or double bogeys (especially 18). The course can be really tough when the wind picks up. Greens were in good shape. Quick but not lightning fast. Staff was very friendly. Food is not cheap.
Xlnt course in xlnt condition
Really enjoy playing Wente. Easily one of the best public courses in Northern California. Despite the drought, this course is in great shape. Lots of wind in the afternoon adds to the challenge, especially on the back nine. Not a course for beginners.
Great course
Had a great time! Course is in great shape! Restaurant has good food! I would go again! You gotta try it!
Lovely course among vineyards in good condition
I play here once a year or so and always enjoy the gracious, rolling layout among the vineyards. Staff is good, round starts on time. This visit, a bit better "guest management" would have helped, as it is really an unwalkable course (long, steep climbs between some holes), but a pair in front of us walked while trying to climb on their friend pair's carts for difficult transitions. Significant waits on a few holes). More important, the two nice men I was paired with played the championship blue tees on a very windy day, and were clearly VERY high handicappers who should have been discouraged from doing so. More good, tough courses need to encourage the "play it forward" policy. Since we were waiting, no time lost, but frustrating for me within our group at times as I tried to track them and wait through many, many lost balls. No marshal on course that I saw.