The Course at Wente Vineyards
Everyone washed down their food at this feast with rich red wine from The Course at Wente Vineyards
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4.6
792 Reviews (792)
5 Stars
544
4 Stars
180
3 Stars
44
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
95.2%
Recommend this course
742 out of 792 reviews
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4.6
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
96.4%
Recommend this course
27 out of 28 reviews
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4.7
62 Reviews (62)
5 Stars
50
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.2%
Recommend this course
59 out of 62 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7181 yards
Slope 143
Rating 74.7

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.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Rye Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Greg Norman (1998) Tad Burnett (1998)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts with slacks or walking shorts are required; no denim.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.6
792 Reviews (792)

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Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
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Previously Played

Greens were a beach

Might as well have been putting on the beach. No warning at booking or proshop about conditions of greens. Would have much rather gone to another local course for half the price in better condition.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful and playable course

While the weather was not cooperative, the course is extremely beautiful and playable. However, the greens were sanded and it was extremely difficult to get a real feel for the course because of this. I was unaware that the greens would be in a compromised condition. That was unfortunate. Otherwise, the staff was above and beyond helpful and the complimentary range balls are a nice touch.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A walk amongst the clouds!

One of the best courses with 100 miles. Pricey! But worth it. They punched the greens so go around 5/7/24 and they will be perfect!!

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

6-7 hour rounds everytime.

Golf courses need to hire marshalls with a backbone and start kicking slow golfers off of their courses.

You wouldve prevented someone from getting their teeth knocked down their throat today on tge 16th tee.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 04/10/2024

Hello, u5310925. Thank you for leaving us a review. We are sorry to hear your experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you will give us another try in the future. Thank you for choosing The Course at Wente Vineyards.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Experience

Beautiful course! It's expensive so the pace of play was amazing as there weren't too many groups ahead. Each hole is very unique and has its challenges. You need to hit the fairway or first cut of the rough or your ball will be in PGA Tour esque calf deep rough. Didn't play as well as I would have liked, but got to experience a premier course. Will definitely be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

One of the nicest courses I have played

Beautiful venue. Exceptiona vistas of the mountains and vineyards.

Great service and amenities

Course conditions were excellent

Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 97
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Nothing to Whine about

This is a beautiful golf course. It plays narrow on the 2nd hole but the course is forgiving on a majority or holes. If there was any thing wrong it would only be that 17 and 18 finish flat compared to the elevation changes of the rest of the course. The price is high but worth it for the pace of play and condition of the course. The putting green and warm up areas are well maintained. The scenery is a feast for the eyes. The wild life adds to the overall beauty and there are plenty of birdies on this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

awesome course

staff is top notch and course was excellent even with the work on the bunkers. Greens were the best I've played on in the bay area

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Driving range

Only negative I have was the driving range was closed for renovation. Can't wait to see how the bunkers play once that renovation is completed

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Absolutely a quality course

It was cart path only and contributed to slow pace of play. Most of the bunkers are being reworked, but it is great to see the quality of care provided to the course. Staffs were very accommodating. I look forward to the next outing.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Gorgeous

Most beautiful course in the Tri-valley. Well kept, pace of play was perfect. Staff was both professional and friendly (those don’t always go together…). Would definitely recommend to any serious golfer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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