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    Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen

    4.5 (26 reviews)
    Closed • 1:00 pm - 6:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    One of the picks from the grand flight, tasted amazing and our server explained it well
    Kayla S.

    Super cute walking in and we were seated immediately in the outdoor area because it was such a beautiful day. Loved the wine options they had and the served did a great job as she introduced each now wine we were tasting. Recommend for any locals or anyone coming from out of town.

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    Rika M.

    Wineries/wine tastings in CA are a whole another level. That's what I'd humbly say about it even though as much as I appreciate what my home state of CO can offer, during my short stay in the Monterey/Carmel area gave me a deep insight as to what CA can boast about. This wine tasting place is located in the heart of downtown Carmel, its spacious, open feel speaks itself as to how great of a place it is. And of course, it's not just the ambiance, the qualities of the wines they have on the menu simply leave you speechless. Jacob, who was at the bar, walked us through the menu as well as the winery's history. He appeared no more than 30-35 but his expertise in the whole wine making is/was impeccably top notch. I've been an avid wine drinker for many years but after speaking to him, I realized how entry level my knowledge about wine was! I'm not going to lie though; their wine bottles are/were quite expensive so I didn't buy any of them but yesterday's tasting experience was all about the opportunity to learn about one of the best wineries in CA. Next time I am in town again, I'll do anything to make myself available to stop there for the very same flight I did yesterday.

    Delicious Chardonnay in a very bright dining room
    Judie H.

    Yum... overlook the spotlights & glare (just wear sunglasses at night) because the wine is delicious. The ambiance can be fixed -- dim the lights & use some dark tones to offset all the white / light colors. Add some flowers or live plants to help us feel comfortable. When we're comfy, we want to stay. When we stay, we spend more money. The chocolates are basic (from See's ??). These could be upgraded by choosing a local source. We love our local products!! Don't change the wine! It's perfect. The Chardonnay is my fave and Chardonnay is NEVER on my list of wines to imbibe!! The menu is nice for a small winery. I'm looking forward to a return visit. We've lost so many businesses in your space, so enhance the space & improve the food pairings & you'll be ready to compete with the other wine rooms on Alvarado Street.

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    We stumbled upon this place and glad we did. Sarah was delightful. The ambiance and wine were great. Would definitely recommend.

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    Delicious wines and a great atmosphere! Sarah was absolutely lovely and we can't wait to come back.

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    Connor was the best host and couldn't be a greater guide to the wine. Came back with a few bottles that truly blew our mind.

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    Great wine, great service, and very knowledgeable about the wine, just wish they had a few more food choices.

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    Place is beautiful. The wines are amazing! Great place for friends and gatherings for good times

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    This is a great addition to downtown Monterey! The wine is delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful. I'll definitely be back!

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    Camille is the most fabulous wine lady. We had a beautiful time and enjoyed everything.

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    “On top of the ridge, we had the most spectacular views of Carmel Valley.”

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    Albatross Ridge Tasting Room - Carmel by the Sea - "Sean Connery" Johnathan nick name for this guy! It's a good penny $$ but taste great and smooth!

    Albatross Ridge Tasting Room - Carmel by the Sea

    4.7(388 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    GF loves her beer and wine! While strolling in Carmel we decided to stop in this place. I'm not…read moremuch of a wine drinker still learning. My GF decided to do a tasting and I usually just take a sip off her tasting. My pallet seems to like the more expensive wine. Not by choice I just like smooth alcohol. We must have tried over 10 different wine and Johnathan made it so enjoyable and even gave names to some wine. So 10 tasting later my GF walked out with a membership and 6 bottles of wine. My GF like the one Johnathan called Sean Connery so much! I purchased that for her as late birthday gift. Come all and try this place out and give Johnathan a holler! Nice tasting room knowledge guy and plenty of room.

    I found Albatross Ridge Tasting Room through Yelp while looking for a new spot to do some wine…read moretasting in Carmel and I'm thrilled I did. The tasting room itself is on the smaller side, with a stylish, cozy interior with TVs and private tables. I happened to stop by at a quiet time and was seated comfortably at the bar. The gentleman who helped me was relatively new, but you wouldn't have known it since he was incredibly knowledgeable and well-spoken, providing detailed descriptions of each wine on my tasting flight and answering all my questions without hesitation. I enjoyed the wines enough that I ended up purchasing a couple of bottles once I learned they could conveniently ship them to me. My only disappointment was that some of the higher-end wines weren't available to sample, which made it harder to justify buying a $100+ bottle without trying it first. That said, I completely understand the policy (but I definitely could have been sold on one if I could sample it and it was great). So far, I've visited three tasting rooms in the area, and Albatross Ridge might just be my favorite. Great service, delicious wines, and a relaxed vibe. It's definitely worth a visit.

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    Stave Wine Cellar

    Stave Wine Cellar

    4.9(18 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Great spot for a causal drink or trying something unique. My group stopped in for a birthday…read morecelebration drink. The gentleman serving us was polite and gave great recommendations. I settle on a champagne flight for around $65.00 reflecting three types of

    After having lunch at Roy's on a Saturday and hung out at the lounge outside of Roy's, we were…read moreready to head home. Then, we saw Stave's sign and they were open! I sounded surprised because we never had a chance seeing them open. They open at 2p and we usually leave before that time. My husband loves wine so he had to go in and check it out. Most of the time, wine cellar stores like this don't carry decent selections. But Stave's selections blew my husband's mind. He said majority of their selections are decent and priced reasonably, which it's rare to see nowadays. So we decided to stay and open a bottle of wine that interested him. We also ordered their cheeseboard, which they said we can get more breads if we want. My toddler was a fan of their cheese and bread, she finished most of them. Steven was the gentleman who served us. He was friendly, attentive and patient. After I checked in on Yelp, there was this 10% promotion popped up. I showed it to one of the staffs, and she said they have new promotion of 15% off now - even better! Of course my husband had to get some. We ended up getting additional 6 bottles with the 15% off promotion. Loved our experience there. We enjoyed the atmosphere, the service, the selections. Nothing we can complain. Amazing experience and highly recommended for all wine lovers.

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    Talbott Vineyards

    Talbott Vineyards

    4.2(136 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    We were super excited to try vineyards in the Monterey/Carmel area because so many people had told…read moreus it's a hidden gem, especially compared to how much attention Napa gets. We went in with pretty high hopes but ended up feeling underwhelmed by the offerings. A lot of the wines tasted watered down, mild, and somewhat similar to one another. This was true for both the reds and the whites. The charcuterie and cheese pairing was also disappointing, especially when compared to Napa, where tastings often feature thoughtfully curated cheeses and meats paired with each wine. That said, the staff were very kind and informative. They explained each wine carefully and in an engaging way, which definitely helped make the experience enjoyable overall. Ultimately, though, the wines themselves were underwhelming and none of them really WOW'd us. They also felt a bit overpriced per bottle (~75$) especially considering you can easily find excellent wines at Napa vineyards for a better value.

    Revisited the tasting room and was again delighted with the ambiance, the service and the wine…read morequality. That said, I was shocked and disappointed to learn that the tasting room will be closing in March and apparently the Talbot wine production facility on River Road has already been shuttered. All of this is due to the acquisition of the brand by Gallo wines, coupled with a down turn in the wine industry. As a consumer, this really pisses me off. Yet another example of a larger business buying and closing down the competition, thereby taking away another option for the consumer as well as eliminating the experience and enjoyment of a quality wine. I HATE GALLO FOR THIS!!

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    Taste Morgan

    Taste Morgan

    4.5(64 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    Every visit to Taste Morgan has been a wonderful experience. The staff is great with an initial…read moregreeting and offering up the menu and a place to sit. I opted for a patio seating outside since it was a beautiful afternoon in Carmel. I highly recommend the patio as it lower in noise and you can people watch with trying some great wine. On this visit, I had an opportunity to flight through a unique 4-bottle collection of 2021 Pinot Noirs also known as their Quattro 4-Pack in a cool wooden box for around $360. I cannot recall the flight cost as I was there on a special release weekend. Each wine was stellar and definite worth the price considering the small lot production of each wines. It consisted of: 2021 Tondre Grapefield 2021 Rosella's Vineyards 2021 Gary's Vineyard 2201 Double L Vineyard Each of the above wines have a distinct characteristic and I have to say my favorites were the 2021 Gary's and the Rosella's Pinot Noirs. Ideally, these are all ready to drink now. So, if it is still available as of April 2026. Get it as I hear the might phase of out one of the vineyards above.

    This is a cute tucked away tasting room located in the crossroads shopping center. They serve wines…read moreby the glass, offer tastings, and also bottle service. The prices are very fair for the quality of wine. The staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable. This is definitely worth a stop if you're visiting Carmel by the sea because it's just a couple minutes extra down the road!

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