Located right off Highway 101 in Hopland, Saracina Vineyards makes a striking first impression. As…read moreyou drive in, you're greeted by beautiful vineyards, old-growth trees, and a fun surprise--they even have alpacas on-site! The building itself is thoughtfully designed. Upon walking in, you find a cozy patio overlooking a peaceful fountain, while the interior is bright, airy, and offers plenty of comfortable seating. I was greeted warmly by Jose, who was very knowledgeable and shared some great insights into the history of the estate. As for the wine, Saracina leans heavily into their white varietals, typically offering just two or three red options. It's a must-visit if you appreciate a crisp, bright tasting profile. They also make their own Olive Oil. The Meyer Lemon was my go to. The property is also a dream for photography, so I'd highly recommend making a stop here to soak in the scenery and enjoy everything this unique spot has to offer.

Wonderful winery! Beautiful views, wine and the staff amazing!!! We joined the wine club too!read more

This shop is not open, and hasn't been for at least six months, according to them. You don't know…read morethat looking at their website. You will waste your time going to the wine shop only to find a "we're closed" sign on the door. Shameful that they deliberately cause patrons to think they are open for business.

From the owner: We are dedicated to finding and offering our customers interesting and delicious wines from smaller…read moreproducers, mostly from our neighbors here in Mendocino County. Our friendly & knowledgeable staff handpicks each bottle on the shelf to ensure that each one is a knock out. We aim to inspire our visitors by providing a friendly tasting experience, great education, and excellent service. Located in charming Hopland on Hwy 101, The Golden Pig Wine Shop is the perfect place to start your Mendocino getaway. We're open 3 days a week, so you can sample the best of Mendocino County with 6 different wines on our rotating tasting and wine by the glass menu. Feel free to browse through over 100 different wines from small producers and then enjoy a glass of your favorite wine, cider or craft beer on our beautiful garden patio.

This year was my second time at the Hopland Passport event. They have this event twice a year but…read moreonce is good enough for me. It's about a 2.5 mile drive from the Bay Area but if you love wine for a reasonable price then this is worth checking out. Hopland is not as commercialized as Napa or Sonoma. It actually an hour drive from Healdsburg. You can expect smaller mom and pops wineries and a friendly staff. In downtown is where all the action is for the Passport event. The ticket is $45 online and $55 at the door (purchase at any participating Hopland winery). It covers the entire weekend and there are at least 2 stations at every winery to taste any wine you desire on the list. The bottles of wine are really cheap and its much cheaper to purchase them in cases. You can also expect food at all the wineries varying from fresh BBQ to finger food. There are a lot od delicious options so be preparred to get drunk and munch along the way as you visit all the wineries. You have to drive to some of the wineries that are a bit further out but they have a seperate shuttle pass you can purchase if you need a DD. I also found out that if you become a DD, you can eat at all the winieries for free. I think that sucks all the fun out of this event but if you are a foodie and not a drinker its pretty cool. My favorite is Brutocao because they have the best fall off the bones rib and grape stomping with your feet activity. The wine is good too. Enjoy!

Well worth your hard earned cash. Good wine and food to match. Chocolate dipped bacon, bleu cheese…read moreand chocolate wine pairings, wood fired pizza under the big fir trees at Nelson Family Farms is a must visit. And if you are lucky you'll get to hear the live guitar playing prodigy. She is amazing. So so fun.

Rex is amazing! We found him on Google when trying to figure out the best way to get around…read moreMendocino for a wedding. Ride share is not really a thing around here. His pricing was more than reasonable. Just shoot him a text and he will get back to you quickly. He was more than accommodating for us and so gracious as a host here in Mendocino. I will recommend him for any friends and family who come to visit!

So friendly, personable, Ernest and honest! Very warm and clearly wants to provide the best…read morepossible service for you!

The winery is in an old high school on the Main Street though Hopland. It's very fun and then…read moreunique setting. They have several bocce ball courts. We were told that you can play there for free. Our server was very attentive and fun. We had several wines that were very good. I especially liked the Uber Tuscan.

Been a fan of Brutocao wines going back MANY years since stumbling upon their now closed tasting…read moreroom just off Route 128 in Philo. It was their Italian wines (Primitivo, Docetto, Quadriga, and Uber Tuscan) that first caught our attention. Absolutely delicious and immediately drinkable reds, though any could of course benefit from a little nap to round out even more. Maybe it's just me, but you really can pick up the hints of lavender in these big reds, which really speaks to the terroir of the Anderson Valley grape sourcing. We also loved their Bliss label of more cost-conscious yet equally delicious wines. Their rose really shines under this label and makes for superb hot sunny day drinking. Also, their sparkling rose and brut do NOT disappoint. Their tasting room in Hopland, while not as charming as the Philo garden and barn, is still inviting. They have a tasting available daily, with indoor as well as outdoor patio seating. You can apply tasting fees to any purchase you make. Don't miss Brutocao on your next trip along 101 to Northern California.

Jon was very informative and helpful when I brought my friends in to taste Graziano wines. We will…read morebe back!

We had such a great time. Sitting out on the veranda, with the dogs at our feet. I feel bad for not…read moreremembering his name, but the gentleman running the tasting room, was awesome. So friendly and funny. A vast selection of wines - something for everyone! All really good. The owner also came by to make a delivery and appreciate that the owner is hands on. He unloaded the cases of wine by himself in the heat. Good guy! We ended up taking home a full case!

This company does not disappoint. Stephan is a wealth of information and a absolute gem. If you are…read moreblessed to even get an open slot with them because tourist season they book up fast. I usually never give a solid 5out of 5 since there is always room for improvement but this time they deserve a 7 out of 5. They are that good!

Stephen is a terrific guide and a down to earth, very decent person. My girlfriend and I had a…read moregreat 6 hour tour with him. We started at Golden Eye, then went to Navarro and finished off with bubbles at Roederer. We had an excellent time with Stephen. He is extremely professional that takes his profession seriously and is damn good at it. He is an extremely safe driver and communicates great nuggets of wine country information and history. I would not hesitate to hire Stephen again for another excellent tour of wine country!

I must have driven by this winery a hundred times always meaning to stop and never doing it. Sunday…read moreI was traveling back from Glen County and decided it was time knowing I needed birthday presents and the chance to chat with a new friend. The property and building is immaculate, like an Erin Hanson original painting. While pristine, the staff makes you feel welcome the second you arrive. Their knowledge and passion for the product is evident all the way up to the head wine craftsman Anton, growing is local legend. The wines are all fabulous, the one pictured might be my favorite. I highly recommend you check these folks out, you won't regret it.

About a 45 minute drive north of Santa Rosa you'll find this winery on the west side of the…read morefreeway. If you miss the sign it looks like a beautiful old house sitting above HWY 101 overlooking well maintained vineyards. We've been wine club members here for a while. We keep coming back for the great wine and great service and hospitality from the tasting room staff. Today Brook and Monica were super attentive and made us feel right at home. Our favorite wine ones here are the Jaxzin, Hales Zinfandel, Wedding Cake Primitivo. Walk up the flagstone steps to the entrance and on a nice day sit out on the deck enjoying the views overlooking the vineyards. Don't forget to bring a picnic or charcuterie board when visiting.

Wow! Such a great experience and Tom has a great attitude and will help to make your wine country…read moreexperience not only fun but truly memorable. One of a kind guy! You can't go wrong with booking him. Worth every penny and more.

We had such a great day touring Healdsburg with Tom! Everything from my first conversation to our…read moredrop off at the end of the day was wonderful. He gave me great recommendations for wineries, answered any questions I had as I made reservations in regards to timing and planning lunch, etc. He was punctual picking us up at the hotel, and kept us on track all day. I would recommend Tom to anybody!!

The grounds were amazing, after we grabbed our wine and went out and took a stroll through the…read morebeautiful gardens. I will suggest anyone stopping by should do. Our host Sarah was absolutely fabulous. She greeted us with a smile and knew her wines and her customer service was over the top. Such a beautiful property. I recommend you go too and enjoy the sereneness of the experience.

We went here for a site visit for a wedding venue. BEAUTIFUL! The owner took us on the tour with a…read morestaff member. So friendly and personable! The grounds itself are breathtaking, and this is in the beginning of March. I can only imagine the beauty when everything is blooming!!! And they have a donkey!!!!! Heaven!