We have been members for years. This is the third time someone did not give us great service. We walked in to get my wine for this month and I was told " no its not time. It has not been chosen for you. But wait you can actually choose your wine but it is not time yet" . I do remember i have been picking up my monthly even if ita not due yet as long as it is the same month. I left the place and called them within 3 min to cancel me membership. Talking to a man , he dos not even ask me " is there a reason" or maybe he can offer how can the situation be better. Nope! None. Even gave me the beat reason without regret to cancel. I was a bit dissatisfied because i like the place. But them my husband said " dont worry there are many more winery around". I responded in delay... " ypu are right ". Juat sad i feel like they dont care read more

A local winery located right off the highway. Noise from traffic isn't too bad unless you're outside. The tasting room is cute and cozy and there's a barn and cottage for wedding and special events. They host live music nights, trivia nights and other events that are fun to attend. Great setting with good wine and company. read more

This winery is absolutely fabulous from the initial reservation process that I did with Allie to the service we got from Noah. It was an incredible day. I hosted a small girl day at the winery and couldn't have picked a better spot to do it the wine is delicious. They allowed us to bring in our own snacks. The estate is absolutely beautiful and completely Instagram worthy. We had a great time he could not have been taken care of better by Noah. The wine was delicious and the cheese and wine pairing they did was top-notch. Can't wait to go back again. Had a great great great time. read more

McConnell Estates Winery - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

See all

Headline: Cozy Family Winery in EG Location: Located just off the highway is a nice little cottage and barn. From the outside McConnell looks like a cozy little home buts quite a bit more than that. It's easy to pass by this place. It seems so small with only a few parking spots out front and going through the front door I feel like I am heading over to family's house for the holiday. But this place boasts a large parking lot and barn used for larger events. On this specific visits we tried this place for the sparkling wine flights. They had reserved seating and it's not a big location when you enter the cottage but it feels so cozy with seating set up throughout the house. On the bigger events they set them up in the barn and when you walk around you see that this place has quite a bit of space with a back patio but also another seating area next to the barn. Perfect for an event or wedding looking over the vineyards. Even though the highway is just on the other side of the roadway, sound wasn't an issue. Service: The staff at this location were great and friendly. They were still setting up some stuff and the printer was being a bit finicky this day so getting a menu of what they were serving for this event too a bit, but that didn't stop the wine and light snacks from coming out. This place does have more of a mom and pop shop vibe and it really works for this location. Drinks: I am not much of a sparkling wine drinker but the options were great and no complaints on that end. The wine and cheese pairings work and they also had quite a bit of snacks that you can buy if you wanted to get more. On prior occasions they do let you bring in food. Not sure if they have any restrictions for these tastings but I would double check before you bring your own charcuterie board. Overall, a great trip and really enjoy this as another local EG winery! read more

See all

Amazing service and incredible estate grown wines! The knowledgeable staff did a fantastic job walking me through the tasting, explaining each wine's profile and highlighting the notes that stood out most. The lineup included a great variety of complex, smooth and full-bodied reds along with light, vibrant, and citrusy whites. I especially loved how they showcased their family pride in their red blends, particularly the stellar Winemaker's Blend. It's such a versatile wine, and I can't wait to serve it at dinner parties or give it as a gift! read more

See all

October 31, 2024 We participated in Elk Grove's Hallo-Wine Trail. After registering, we were instructed to pick up our speciality event 4-bottle bag at McConnell Estates Winery, and then visit local wineries between October 31 and November 3 for special discounts and promotions. McConnell Estates pulled out all the stops for this event, for sure. The venue was well decorated for Halloween. Loved their spirit and enthusiasm! They had a candy discount roulette game, where you chose a piece of candy out of a bowl. Your discount amount (between 5% and 50%) was written on the back of the candy. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! I lucked out and pulled a 40% discount. With that discount, we couldn't resist buying wine, so we decided to taste first. They had two tastings available. The Classic ($10) and the Reserve ($15), waived with the purchase of one bottle. We enjoyed all the wines, and chose the bottles we wanted to buy. The Tempranillo was a favorite. Then, as part of the festivities, we were given a free glass of their Sangria. I am not normally a Sangria fan, but their Sangrias were delicious. They had four flavors available: POISONED APPLE Chardonnay, apple, caramel & cinnamon PUMPKIN SPICE Tempranillo, pumpkin spice & cinnamon BLOODY SANGRIA Merlot, blood orange & tart cherry APPLE CIDER SANGRIA Chardonnay, ginger & spiced cider I chose the Pumpkin Spice Sangria, and my husband chose the Blood Sangria. We enjoyed both sangrias, but the Blood Sangria was so good we decided to buy a bottle to take home. McConnell Estates has a great venue, some pretty fine wine, and friendly staff. We'll be back. read more

See all

Visited again to give this place another shot and they did not disappoint. The wine tasting was amazing and they have a nice little outdoor area to relax and a fun swing. They were accommodating to my family and seemed very knowledgeable about all the different wine. Thank you for providing a great experience for us! read more

I LOVE this winery and have been a member for about 3 years. They have so many great family-friendly events, with a good amount of adult-only events as well. We especially love the Haunted Hayrides events. During some Christmas you get to meet Santa and during Easter you meet the Easter bunny and get sent professional photos. Dog friendly for almost every event. The wine tastes amazing and is reasonably priced. The tastings offer fair pours and good variety. They have a BEAUTIFUL lawn area that has plenty of space to picnic on a blanket or at their tables and benches. It's very beginner friendly here and not snobby at all. The customer service is great, and we especially love Art. He has remembered my name since my first visit and always strikes up great conversation. read more

See all

10/10 the Best venue, wine, and awesome crew. Shoutout to Allie and all the Team. This place is highly, highly recommended. read more

Love this place. Although we are not members, we visit a few time of year. Most recently, we tried the fireside tasting on a Sunday afternoon in January. We learned even more about this history of McConnell and found some new favorite wines. Sitting by the fire was a great way to experience the place. Staff are always helpful and accommodating. read more

McConnell Estates Winery - Charcuterie board @ fireside tasting - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I had my bridal shower at McConnell Estates winery and they were so accommodating and kind during the whole process. Allie made herself available to answer any questions that I had while I was planning, and Noah was super great on the day of my bridal shower and very helpful! The winery itself is very beautiful and relaxing read more

What a beautiful winery and nice location. The wines were outstanding and the service was outstanding. We recently went to listen to a band on a Friday night and the weather was spectacular. They had a food truck and again the service and attention to detail was outstanding. The wines were so delicious and I had the rosé all I can say is WOW it was so wonderful and refreshing. The grounds are so lush.. I would highly recommend this 5 star winery on a Friday night and listen to live music or anytime. I can't wait to go back. read more

See all

Had a great experience doing a tasting out on their beautiful porch on Mother's Day with my wife. She had the classic tasting and I did the Reserve. It was a nicely curated tasting menu that brought in some different flavors along with some classics. I believe our server was Lisa and she did an amazing job especially with how busy it was there that day. Loved it and will be back soon. read more

This gem of a winery is located off the local wine trail in Elk Grove but it's well worth the effort to venture out their way. The estate is adorned with a magnificent tree that supports a wooden swing for two, painted in white. As you glide up the steps into a renovated old farm house adorned with spacious rooms, lined with tables and couches with flufty pillows, you see a wall of wine. The day were were there, their wall of wine was eye-catching and we promptly ordered BOTH tasting menus. Art, our gracious host for the day, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He introduced us to the plethora of wines they make and the story behind each wine, his enthusiasm for the wine was contagious. They host a good variety of wine that include a Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Zinfandel and several blends just to name a few. My favorite was the Zinfandel wine, I'm a sucker for a jammy zin! Suffice to say, we walked out with a bottle and (2) smiles with the intention of returning for another afternoon of great wine, great service and comfy sipping. Please pay them a visit if you are in Elk Grove or anywhere in the area, your palate will be pleased and any of their bottles will be a worthy addition to your wine collection. read more

Love love love this place! They always have great events, which make fun for a super fun wine tasting experience. Everyone is super helpful and there's never a long wait. Everything is poured super fast, the staff is attentive. It's a great place for wine tasting with friends. They have a beautiful antique indoor sitting area and soooo much shade for outdoor sitting. A great place to have a little picnic and drink wine. read more

See all

I like this winery. They have a good selection and just the coolest space that is hard to believe is just off the highway . I would say their whites are stronger than their reds. read more

This cute winery is literally a 5 minute drive from my home. I have not frequented it much as I would normally go into Lodi for wine tasting and purchasing. I came here late last year for a tasting and really enjoyed myself. The tasting was affordable, and the young male host was so informative, generous, and knowledgeable about the wines. There is plenty of room to spread out indoors or outside to enjoy your wine. They do sell charcuterie type snacks to accompany your wine. I had such a great experience that I decided to join their wine club. They also host all types of events in the summer, like Barn nights with live music and then outdoor cover band concerts. While I haven't found the perfect white or red for me here yet I definitely enjoy my experiences here. If you are local in the area, stop by for a tasting, and I promise you will enjoy yourself read more

Went in with the in laws and my wife, amazing staff, I believe the server was named Art, he was hilarious, and the patio area had good shade for a hot day read more

Glad we made reservations for Saturday at 3:30pm. It was packed and there was live music. We didn't see any children so assume it's an adults only winery. They had $10 classic tasting, $15 reserve tasting, and $30 cheese and wine tasting. We tried everything. The only wine that was good was the zin. It was semi sweet and had bold fruit flavor: all the other wines were either tannic or lacking flavor. My friend said the cheeses were better than the wines lol. I got to try some cheeses. They only have the cheese and wine flight that weekend we went. It was worth the $30. Service was fast and slow. It was a busy day though. We got to try an extra cab but it wasn't good. Will have to continue finding a good winery in Elk Grove. read more

See all

McConnell Winery, Elk Grove, CA - July 7, 2023 We attended a reservation only "Barn Night" event at this winery that included a live band (Hipster Cocktail Party), a food truck (West Coast Tacos), and wine (McConnell's). The venue is spacious, with some shaded outdoor seating and covered indoor seating in the barn. The stage is fairly small at ground level, but it's sufficient for musicians to do their craft. Our friends had made reservations in advance, and we met them in the parking lot before walking in. We decided to sit in the barn area so that we would have plenty of shade. The wine bar is indoors in the barn as well. Servers come to your table and take your drink orders. Menus were at our table so we were able to figure out what our choices were. We decided to order a bottle of Tempernillo and a bottle of Chardonnay. I was happy with both choices. West Coast taco does a fantastic job. We got 4 carne asada tacos and 4 Anaheim Pig carnitas tacos that we shared as a group - $36. We ordered another bottle of Cabernet Savignon and that was very tasty as well. This is a fun venue to come to, and I would do it again! read more

McConnell Estates Winery - McConnell Estate Winery, Elk Grove, California, July 7, 2023 - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

See all

Great wine tasting option off the 99 ... the ambiance is relaxing ... property charming ... service great and wines fairly priced ... give them a try .... they also have wonderful events read more

McConnell Estates Winery - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I have a membership here and this is the first time I have felt uncomfortable here! I have been to one of the barn party's. One of the dinners! I have been a member since March of this year. Thinking about canceling my membership. read more

My friend and I decided to meet up at McConnell Estates Winery on Friday after a long work week. We made reservations, which currently are required, for wine tasting. When we arrived we were offered to sit outside on the back deck overlooking the gorgeous vineyard grounds. The deck area is spacious with several round tables. We sat at a table near the left corner of the deck rail that had a breathtaking view of the vineyard. The service at McConnell Estates is definitely top notch. A dedicated server brought us the wine menu from which we ordered our flights and a Charcuterie board with local cheeses from Stuyt Creamery Goudas and a variety of crackers. I ordered the Classic Tasting flight, which started with a light crisp Vermentino and ended with a robust jammy Zinfandel. I ordered several bottles to take home as I found the Barbera interestingly complex and delicious as it is made like a rose and thus can be paired with a range of foods from salads to BBQ. McConnell Estates Winery is located on W. Stockton Boulevard right along the 99 fwy on the SE end of Elk Grove. You know... the one that many of y'all see on your way home from work. Just do it. Exit the freeway and give McConnell a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

See all

First time to this place. It's an easy to find location and beautiful inside as well. Tori is the best. So nice with everything and gave us great customer service. All the wines tasted great and will definitely be back due to Tori! read more

All was great! had an amazing experience! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. read more

Such a lovely, quaint winery! The Señor Burger Good truck was fire! Such great food! Our server was sweet and helpful. The Sangria and Raspberry Sparkling wine was so tasty! Barn Night 2025 was a hit! read more

McConnell Estates Winery - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Their wines are okay. Not special, but very drinkable. But avoid their trivia nights! We went to the one on Saturday January 10th and I'm guessing maybe it was their very first time doing this? I'm hoping it was their first time because it was so poorly run it would be hard to believe they've done this before and still messed it up so badly. Their start time was 5:30. They wouldn't let anybody in before 5:00 and we were disappointed to see that they had assigned tables. I've never been to a trivia night where you didn't get to choose where you sit. It should be a casual thing. We sat against an outer wall as far away from the only two heaters in the barn that you could be and it was in the '40s that night. They started half an hour late. Truly inexcusable for an event that is supposed to run 5:30 to 7:30. The guy who ran it has certainly not done this before. He took foorrreevvver between questions, chatting it up with those around him. And then instead of starting the second of the three rounds immediately following the first round and letting others score the first round, he wanted to be a part of that too and that took another half hour. We ended up leaving at 7:30, the official end time, and they had not even started round three. We won't be back for this event. read more

My sister & I came across McConnell on a white Sunday and we were so surprised to find it was less than 5 miles from home! We sat at the bar for a few tastings, served by Bobo. He was super friendly and so so helpful! They have 2 different tasting flights but Bobo was also kind enough to pour us wines based on our preference. We also spoke to Lynn in passing and she was so easy going! Halos & Alex are so sweet and easy to work with. The staff here are truly extraordinary. My sister and I tried lots of their wines and they have a huge variety, it was hard to find our favorites. My sister enjoyed the Rose and Chardonnay the most. I was a huge fan of the Chardonnay and the Sangria! We also purchased a bottle of their Gen Z and Sparkling Raspberry. Both were really good for desserts. The space is very big and beautiful too. They have plenty of shaded lawn with tables & chairs. There's also a beautiful back patio deck. It would be the perfect spot to meet some girlfriends for a girls day or a nice relaxing afternoon with the hubby. I will for sure be back for their delicious wines and incredible experience! read more

See all

In January 2020 my wife and I joyfully engaged in an epic wine tour experience in Sonoma County. Little did we know that two months later all non-essential businesses would be ordered to close their doors and we would have to adhere to a stay-at-home order. Fast forward to August 2020, wineries with outdoor seating would be allowed to conduct wine tasting under social distancing guidelines. My wife and I decided to visit a local winery, McConnell Estates. Prior to our visit, my wife called and made a Sunday morning reservation for us (each reservation is allotted a two hour period for wine tasting). It was a blessing in disguise that she chose Sunday, I will explain later. When we arrived, we were warmly greeted by a masked (safety first!) employee who ushered us to the outdoor seating area. She provided us with menus, we selected our wine flights (we opted for the Classic and Estate Tasting so that we could sample all eight wines), and she served us the first wine option from each respective tasting. Shortly after, a masked employee by the name of Travante introduced himself and informed us that he would be administering the rest of our tastings. Although there were a lot of guests (including a huge birthday party), he did a great job of checking in with us and keeping us "hydrated." We were really impressed by the options included in our flights...so impressed that it made it difficult to settle on which option to purchase. After a careful consideration, we chose the 6 Gen Zin. So......I mentioned earlier that it was a blessing in disguise that my wife booked our reservation on Sunday. Sundays are reserved for Sangria Slushies! These things are delicious and will creep up on you! Prior to consuming one, my first thought was "oh it can't be that strong, its like a slightly spiked Slurpee." I was clearly underestimating the strength of frosted wine. Four slushies later and I was thanking my wife for suggesting that we not only try the slushies, but that we ride our bicycles to and from the winery. I highly recommend McConnell Estates for it's great customer service, delicious wines, and beautiful outdoor experience. This is the perfect environment for celebrating with your safe "bubble" of friends or family, or to just enjoy a couple glasses of wine with your significant other. Post-COVID, I think this would be a great place to meet new people without having to worry about social distancing guidelines, bubbles, etc. We're fans and will be back! read more

I am a returning customer at McConnell! The place is so beautiful, with indoor and outdoor seating. The service is amazing no matter which server you get. There was even live music this past time I went! You are allowed to bring your own food which is so nice. The cost of tasting, while already so affordable, is waived when you buy a bottle! Such a good deal. I've taken many friends here when they visit and it's such a cute place to chat, catch up, be treated with so much love, and enjoy delicious wine! read more

I came to this winery Sunday right before closing, to look into a membership. This was my third time here at this winery but first time in the actual tasting room area. I came here for my friends single party and I come here for the beauty beyond brunch. One event was outside in a beautiful area and the other was inside their barn area which was also beautiful. I kept telling myself it would make it back here to sign up for my membership. Well Sunday was the day. I am officially a member of this winery and I can't wait to start coming up here with my friends and family. read more

See all

It was my first time ordering from a winery. I wanted to order some wine as a gift for my Aunt in Virginia. A disagreement between McConnell Estates and FedEx delayed my shipment for almost a month. I understand how these things happen, especially during these strange times. The good news is that the team at McConnell made the best out of a bad situation by sending the wine I ordered free of charge and offering two additional bottles for my troubles. Thanks again, Team McConnell Estates Winery! BB read more

Amazing wedding lighting by LARCOM's Lighting! This is definitely one of the most beautiful venues and wineries in the area! The staff is extremely professional and will work to make your special day amazing! I love the country feel. The barn is one of a kind and gorgeous inside and out! I would highly recommend them for your next event! read more

See all

We have been wine club members here for years. Decided to throw a last minute baby shower for a coworker here. Originally planned for 11 guests to come. However 6 coworkers got out of class early and decided to come late. READ THE FINE PRINT. If you have more than 14 guests they will charge you $10 a person in addition to the food and wine we purchased. I have never heard of a place that charges per person. We cancelled our membership and will be bringing our business elsewhere. It is crazy to charge an additional $180 to drop off some wine bottles and cheese and crackers at a table outside. I even had to go inside to ask for a menu and go back inside to place the orders. Customer service was horrible sadly when I called the next day with questions. read more

Great place to hang out. Due to the pandemic, only outside seating is allowed, which is beautifully decorated and has plenty of shade, so it's not bad. The tables are all arranged 6 feet apart if not more. My friends and I went and sat outside while it was around 90 something degrees outside. Yes, we were hot but under the shade we were able to stay cool PLUS they sell their ice cold bottled water for only $0.50. Their whites are served chilled (as they should be) and they also have sangria available. We had the estate red tastings for $15. The classic tasting is $10. Both classic and estate have 4 wines. Our FLAVorites were 2017 Wackman Brothers Tannat and MWK Winemakers Blend from the estate tasting group. Zach is one of the owners and he was indubitably fun, and informative. Get him to tell you the story of how the 6 Gen Zin got its name. He was super busy that day we went but somehow, he seamlessly had the wine flowing and pouring. The do sell cheese, meats and crackers. Our picks were the mild and jalapeño Gouda cheeses, variety pack charcuterie, and rosemary crackers. Honestly its a great place to hang out. They close at 5pm. Plenty of parking, smoking allowed only in parking lot. 2 restrooms available inside the estate house. A barn is also available for big gatherings/parties. read more

McConnell Estates Winery - Menu - Wineries Near Me - Elk Grove, California

See all

Very nice and cozy place for a good wine , love the people and the services it was fantastic I really recommend it

This gem of a winery is located off the local wine trail in Elk Grove but it's well worth the effort to venture out their way. The estate is adorned with a magnificent tree that supports a wooden swing for two, painted in white. As you glide up the steps into a renovated old farm house adorned with spacious rooms, lined with tables and couches with fluffy pillows, you see a wall of wine. The day were were there, their wall of wine was eye-catching and we promptly ordered BOTH tasting menus. Art, our gracious host for the day, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He introduced us to the plethora of wines they make and the story behind each wine, his enthusiasm for the wine was contagious. They host a good variety of wine that include a Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Zinfandel and several blends just to name a few. My favorite was the Zinfandel wine, I'm a sucker for a jammy zin! Suffice to say, we walked out with a bottle and (2) smiles with the intention of returning for another afternoon of great wine, great service and comfy sipping. Please pay them a visit if you are in Elk Grove or anywhere in the area, your palate will be pleased and any of their bottles will be a worthy addition to your wine collection. read more

Visited this place yesterday with some girlfriends. It is easy to find, right off of Highway 99. Who knew Elk Grove has such great wineries? The winery is housed in an old farmhouse and has a beautiful outdoor garden for tasting. There is also an enclosed patio if you prefer to sit inside. Tastings are very reasonable, $10 classic and $15 for elite. The tasting is waived with the purchase of one bottle. They also have a small selection of charcuterie items to purchase and enjoy with your wine. Even if you do not drink wine this place is worth a visit just for the beauty of it. They also host events and concerts here in their barn. I will definitely be visiting McConnell Estates again. read more

See all

Good wine! We went last weekend for a wine tasting with some friends. They had reservations, but when we arrived, it didn't seem like the winery knew we were coming. The reservations seemed meaningless. The place was already packed and only two servers were working. We found our own seating outside on the beautiful grounds but the server never came out with wine. They were packed, so we understood but service was severely lacking compared to other wineries we have visited. read more

Best get together for events and the concerts are awesome. Everyone may not know everyone but merging strangers to an atmosphere of friendship that makes it feel like you dancing with family. read more