Kindred Estate Vineyards is aiming to flip the sign from “farm only” to “farm and winery” in Wilton this November, according to the owner. The plan is to turn a working property on Sunflower Road into a small tasting room, agritourism hub and weekend hangout for visitors from Sacramento and beyond.
WhatNow Sacramento reports that owner Arrickia McDaniel is targeting a November opening and has a winegrower license pending with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. McDaniel told the outlet that “Agriculture will remain the foundation of the property, with hospitality and agritourism experiences designed to complement and support our farming operations.”
Company Filings And The Site
State business records reviewed by BizProfile show that Kindred Estate Vineyards LLC was formed in September 2024, listing its principal address on Sunflower Road in Wilton. Public property listings back that up. Redfin describes 9586 Sunflower Rd as a nearly 7-acre parcel with a house, barn and several outbuildings that could be adapted for winery and event use.
What Visitors Can Expect
McDaniel is pitching Kindred Estate as more than a standard tasting bar. The concept includes guided tours, seasonal farm experiences and locally grown products served alongside the wines, according to WhatNow Sacramento. It is the sort of experience-driven model that favors slower visits, smaller producers and closer ties between guests and local foodways over sheer volume.
Where This Fits In Sacramento County
The project arrives at a tricky moment for the regional wine economy. Wine grapes held onto their position as Sacramento County’s top crop in 2024, but the value of that crop dropped sharply, according to reporting from The Sacramento Bee. Statewide figures showing a smaller crush and softer prices in 2025 help explain why boutique agritourism plays like Kindred Estate are appealing to growers and landowners, per Agri-Pulse.
Next Steps And Timeline
The pending winegrower license still has to make it through the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control’s review process, including any public-notice or protest periods outlined on the agency’s licensing pages. If approvals move along without major delays, McDaniel expects to welcome guests in November, with the precise opening date and hours dependent on final permits and the build-out of the property.
If Kindred Estate opens as planned, it would add another agritourism stop roughly 25 miles southeast of downtown Sacramento and offer a quieter, farm-centered tasting option for weekend visitors. Updates will follow as filings and permit decisions come through.
