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    Kaena at the Ranch

    4.6 (64 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Kaena at the Ranch interior
    Aimee K.

    We stopped at Kaena at the Ranch after a visiting Ostrichland and we're so glad we did! I'm so happy we saw their name and logo while we were driving into Solvang because we immediately knew there was some kind of tie to Hawaii! We truly felt at home just like Ohana (family)! Sally took wonderful care of us with our tasting while she told us more about Kaena's history. Although the weather wasn't cooperating with our vacation schedule very well we still managed to get out to enjoy all that we could. The cold and wet rain we maneuvered around seemed to bring a lot of people indoors for drier activities so it was so nice to see all the traffic many of the places we visited buzzing! Kaena had a steady stream of people coming and going during our visit so we were very happy to see them doing well! Their tasting room was welcoming and very spacious! I don't remember seeing that there were any food items for sale, but we had just eaten lunch so we weren't looking for anything to eat... There's lots of parking out front. There are a few cats roaming around the property in case you have allergies but they didn't come near us. We loved our visit with Kaena at the Ranch and hope you will love it just as much as we did! Mahalo for supporting them!

    Loretta W.

    This was an impromptu stop on our mini road trip to Solvang. We saw this and stopped to enjoy a wine tasting, since we were too early to check into our hotel in Solvang. Kaena at the Ranch was a great choice. It has a lovely seating area outside with trees, comfy chairs, gorgeous gardens, firepits for cool evenings, and friendly kitty cats. Not to mention, the friendly and knowledgeable staff. We had one special red tasting and one special white wine tasting. They were delicious and had lots of variability. I enjoyed the 2022 Grenache Clone 362 the best. Come on in and join us!! Hurry, before we leave! Happy 64th birthday to my babe

    Us with reminiscence of a charcuterie board
    Daniel O.

    Made a quickish stop back from the Ostrich farm. Our server was so kind, patient and knowledgeable. Whoever came up with the saying to describe the wines should write jokes for living, each time she described the wines she end it with a great/funny Hawaiian themed analogy. They only had small charcuterie boards but that was more than enough to fill us both up. The owner was kind and took his time to explain his story of his grandma (tutu), I appreciate sharing your family history, it really did feel like we were hanging out in someone's backyard a real Ohana vibe IMO. Tastings are 25 for white, red or mixed or if you want to be a baller 35 for the premium. Pro tip, if you're really nice and ask questions sometimes they're pour you something off menu, in addition also don't forget to tip your servers! Look forward to coming back during our annual trip. MAHALO

    Indoor seating
    Angela C.

    I really enjoyed spending time at this winery. Kaena is the owner's Hawaiian nickname (by his great-grandma), and you can see photos of his family inside the tasting room. It's located on a beautiful property between Solvang and Buellton. There are plenty of picnic tables outside and seating indoors as well. They are picnic friendly so you can enjoy your tasting/wines with your own food (I enjoyed my treats from the Solvang bakeries!). There are also snacks you can purchase in the tasting room, and charcuterie boards if they still have them available. I purchased the standard tasting flight ($25.25) which during my visit included the Grenache Rose, Hapa Blanc, Tierra Alta Grenache, Tierra Alta Reserve Grenache, and the Kuli'ou'ou Cuvée. They specialize in Grenache but I really enjoyed the Grenache Rose and Hapa Blanc. You are welcome to sit anywhere you want, inside or out, and the staff will come and explain the wine they are pouring. They take their time between pours, there is no rush, so we were able to just sit and enjoy our time at the Ranch. Island time bruh... The resident cat liked us so much, she brought us a gopher. One of the staff members came with a box to move the cat's gift to another location. Apparently they also have church at this location on Sundays!

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    Charlyann M.

    This winery is all about the good vibes! We had a very friendly, cool and informative server. They play great beach music. We didn't all white flight tasting menu. I like that they offer an all white tasting menu. Most other places heavily focus on reds. This is a gorgeous horse property. It used to be Shoestring winery about 5 years ago.

    Aftin J.

    A stop at Kaena for their two for one tasting deal for staying at a hotel in the area. We got there just as it opened and Bridget was the perfect host. She was knowledgeable about the wines and the history of the owner and his Hawaiian heritage. The wines were great and it was a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy them. My favorite was the Grenache reserve.

    My sample tasting on the outside patio
    Renee M.

    What a lovely little winery, we had the White tasting flight, and I was very impressed with the variety and complexity of some of the wines. Staff was welcoming and lovely, and the two wine kitties kept us company for most of the time.

    Front entrance area.
    Elena P.

    Stopped by for a spur of the moment wine tasting and it was a superb experience. We chose the white wines only flight for $25 and we enjoyed it so much. My favorite was the Grenache Rose which is saying a lot because I didn't even think that I liked Rose. We sat outside under the trees at a picnic table and it was absolutely perfect and so lovely. The ladies serving us were very friendly and knowledgeable about the wines and the wine names, it was fun learning facts from them. I can't wait to go back and try more wines and I highly recommend this place.

    Music by Oddly Straight and people having an amazing, relaxing day!
    Linda L.

    Everything was fantastic! We received tremendous service from Brigette!! Loved all the wines! Great music and amazing atmosphere!

    Julie Y.

    I first discovered Kaena wine last night while having dinner at Industrial Eats in Buellton. I tried the Grenache & Syrah & hubby had the Bordeaux to pair with our meals. Both of us loved the flavor profile so we stopped by their tasting room today. The location was situated on a beautiful ranch in Solvang. Since today was a Monday, the place was empty with only 2 other tables occupied. We walked right in & got seated right away out in the patio. Ambiance was very nice outside overlooking the ranch with plenty of tables & seats. They also had seatings inside as well. Our server Jin was bubbly & friendly the entire time. She was detailed in explaining about each wine & very patient between each pouring to wait until we were ready for the next pour. I had the standard flight & hubby had the premium flight. Both flights from beginning to end were superb! It's not common to find a tasting room that serves both whites & reds to be solid. Sometimes the whites can be too acidic & reds to be jammy or too fruit forward but this wasn't the case at all. My favorite's were the rose & Ronin although every one of them was thumbs up. I highly recommend this place for both beginners & wine connoisseurs alike. You won't be disappointed.

    Red wine and fairy lights
    Bridget B.

    Cannot recommend this winery enough if you are in the area! This is the cutest little hawaiian winery. My friend and I were obsessed with the decoration here - fairly lights all over the trees, a ton of picnic tables, and just overall picturesque. The owner was so sweet and hilarious and even came to check on us outside. The wine was delicious and strong!

    We stopped at Kaena Winery just outside of Solvang after coming down from Paso Robles, planning to do a little shopping before heading back to San Diego. Honestly, I assumed it would be another touristy winery designed to catch people passing through Solvang. I couldn't have been more wrong. The premium red flight caught my eye, and from the very first pour it was clear this place is serious about wine. Every single wine was excellent. The Grenache completely surprised me--full-bodied with a long, smooth finish, and nothing like the lighter, fruit-forward Grenaches I'm used to. As the tasting progressed, the reds just kept getting bolder, smoother, and more impressive. Then came the standout: the 2021 Reserve Petit Verdot (100%). Petit Verdot is my favorite varietal, and I'll admit I was skeptical--how good could it really be out here? Turns out, it was the best Petit Verdot I've ever had. Aged three years in oak, it had an incredible nose, a rich full body, soft silky tannins, and a long, velvety finish. Absolute paradise in a glass. I had zero intention of joining another wine club, but one look at our faces and my wife immediately knew--it was inevitable. Kaena completely exceeded our expectations and turned a quick stop into a highlight of the trip. This is not a tourist trap; it's a must-visit for anyone who truly loves bold, well-crafted red wines. Mike is an artist/magician

    Donna B.

    This winery was one of the stops during our Wine Bus Tour. A Hawaiian winery that is family owned. The property it sits on is quite large. Tasted several of their wines and they were really good. Everyone that worked there was really nice. Listening as they shared the history of Kaena reflected the pride they have in bringing that culture to the mainland. They have merchandise for sale if you would like a souvenir ( wine glasses, bottle aerators, t-shirts, hats, candles and so much more.

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    First and last time here ... nice place but Service is horribleeeeeeeee !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Great wine and awesome environment for kids, dogs, etc. 2020 Ronin was my personal favorite.

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