Murrieta's Well is a beautiful winery with an amazing staff…read more Also, the truffle tots are a must!

So I have very mixed feelings about this place. Some things are incredible. Some things are not…read moreso great. I am a member of the "Legends" club. So that to me means it's top of the line membership as indicated by their pricing and what we get. So I feel I should get top notch deals, pricing and service. Turns out, we get the same shaft as the lower club members. Starting with the good, the location is pristine. Nice area with lots of room for kids and adults to mingle and play. The wine is also pretty darn good. Of course there are some better than others but I enjoy most of their wine. The service is also for the most part very good. The waitstaff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome. Their food is also pretty darn good. It's not incredible, and a bit overpriced but it's fine enough. Their wine pricing is also fair (but of course with the highest membership we get the biggest discount). My biggest complaints would be the price gouging and lack of communication. We made arrangements on a Friday to show Sunday with 6 and asked for the "VIP space upgrade to lounge or upstairs Vista Patio Lounge (when available)". They said no problem. When we showed on Sunday they said it was closed with no notice. Just a sorry. OK whatever. We sit inside (6 people and 2 children) and they charge for 2 children a "non drinker" charge of $10 ($5 each). A head count charge for non-drinkers? For children? Total nonsense! I am spending over $1,200 a year here and you want to gouge me for someone's kids? Their tastings are $40 a pop which is really crazy. Our price is waived on this so that's fine but if you are not a member you are paying a lot for a little. The wines do take a bit of time to come and they don't give you a lot. Kind of a bummer waiting for the taste. We ended up with 4 appetizers (sliders $24, Charcuterie $25, Tater Tots $12 and Pretzel Bites with Grilled Sausage $16) 2 bottles of wine and $4.25 for water and the bill was over $250. Oh and top that off, with 6 people, they charge a mandatory 20% on the bill for a tip and are basing that with taxes (as the button default), not the actual sub-total so they are actually getting about 23%. All in all, I am not sure that the cost is worth what you get. I mean we are giving them a lot of money just to be members and then having to pay more and more for anything else that really should be included (like water and kids) makes this place just a bit too over-rated for me. Probably end my club membership in the fall and go someplace that doesn't place money first.

I had lunch at the Del Valle Winery Kitchen outside in their spacious patio area. There's wine…read moretasting in the tasting room, wine flight is $25, and there's fire pit Fridays from 6-9pm with live music. They have a small menu but the food is delicious and offer large portions. I had the Grilled Gruyere, Prosciutto, Plum & Sour Cherry Jam Sandwich for $18. It was so good with plenty of chunks of prosciutto and Gruyère cheese. My friend had the Chicory and Asian Pear Salad for $18. Large portion offered, which can be shared. She enjoyed the salad. Bryan our server was the best, lively, kind, hospitable, and made us feel special. I will be back!

We came here for our anniversary and called beforehand before walking in. When we arrived, Bryan…read moreexplained that the wine flight would be a great starter, which we appreciated. Roger took care of us, and his customer service was brilliant. Since it was our first time, he took the time to explain each wine, and even cheered with us for our anniversary on the first one Truly top-notch service. We also received a complimentary wine glass, which was such a nice touch. We noticed Bryan helping the table next to us as well, and he also provided excellent customer service. The entire place was very pretty, clean, and organized. They had an outdoor fire pit and kindly turned it on for me since I was cold--it definitely helped keep me warm along with the wine! The dip and crackers were so good--I especially loved the creamy cheese dip. We also ordered the chocolate lava cake; it was okay... but I have to say, Domino's lava cake might still be my favorite lol. Overall, we would definitely go again!

Walked in and the patio/garden outside was res, only but sat at the bar and the wonderful and kind…read morewoman behind the bar was amazing!!! Loved the sparkling Sauvignon blanc and the Mothers cab. Definitely generous with the tasting pours!!! A must when wine tasting in Livermore

I was so excited to visit for a tasting after trying one of their wines at an event in downtown…read moreWalnut Creek. Sadly, the experience did not live up to my expectations. Cons - our server asked to see our IDs immediately (which is not a problem as I always expect to show my ID). The problem happened when the server was adamant my partner was "not the same person" on the ID. He then pulled out a second government ID and she was insistent AGAIN that it was not him. At this point it was already an awkward beginning and she had to get another person to check BOTH his LEGAL IDs to make sure it's him. That was a weird start to the tasting. - the pours are very small. I realize it's a "tasting" but I have been to many places where they give you twice the amount of wine -we bought a bottle for home, but once we got home realized it was not the correct one (this is partially our fault because we did not check before we left) -outdoor seating can be a little chilly because not all seats have heaters Pros - we had a reservation on a Monday afternoon which was easy to make and we were sat right away - you get a welcome glass of their sparkling wine - Mondays are 2 for 1 tastings, so a great deal for a casual weekday outing - all the wines we tasted were great

I've been to Bent Creek many times over the years, so this review is longoverdue…read more Bent Creek is one of the first places I think of when wine tasting in Livermore, due to their delicious wines. I always have wonderful service with such nice staff who love to share their love of wine with my friends and I. I feel like each visit, I learn something new! We typically sit outside and bring our own snacks. Bent Creek feels homey, with no fluff or frills and having to act like we know what we're doing. The highlight of each visit is probably introducing my friends to ports with chocolate and how it changes the flavor! It's a pleasure to visit, and I can't wait to come back.

I've been wine tasting at Bent Creek winery twice now. Last time I went, it was to sample the…read moreports. Ports. Many wineries do not have a large selection of port wine, but Bent Creek does, and they are all excellent! Bent Creek winery is in an absolutely stunning location in Livermore valley. The tasting room staff are all experienced and are great at guiding you through the tastings. In addition, you are allowed to pick out a bagged snack that you can eat while you taste wine. It's a very cute touch! Last time we were there, we decided to join the wine club. We really like the port!

Service needs help! Not very accommodating. Even in situations where there is nobody around - it's…read morehard to get chairs and tables put together. We are having a chill time but there is a time limit even tho it's not full. Weird concept. Totally understand if it's full and need to be mindful of timing, but it's NOT full. There is more but I'll just leave it to this! Anyway. Not a fan, won't be back. There are plenty of welcoming options in Livermore and Pleasanton.

What an awesome place! My cousin found this Italian winery after we had some Burmese food that was…read morelocated just a few miles north in Pleasanton. I loved the entry way like and old italian villa with palm trees. Service was nice and the staff attentive but not bothersome. We did a tasting and then I bought a bottle for my cousin and I to share and for one to take home which we eventually shared too lol! The seating area is comfy and has views of the winery and where they make the wine. Totally cool out door seating that was full but not so close that you feel tight. The wine was nice and my cousin gets to pick as she knows more about me in regards to wine and I trust her choices. She is like my sister so I trust her. We both liked what we got and what we got to taste. Overall we both Liked Rubino and we would go again. Highly recommend visit if you like a nice intimate place, beautiful sights and awesome wine.

Visited here to try the Unknown Pour wine pairing, (glasses are black so that you cannot see the…read morecolor of the wine). We had a great time trying to identify and guess the wines by smell and taste alone. They give you a guide with varietals and general taste information to give you pointers. Even the other members of our group which are fairly new to wine had fun. Our guide, Rob was a lot of fun. Ended up buying 2 bottles of wine and would certainly come back.

We came here for my sister's birthday, who had just moved to Livermore at the time. Wente had great…read moreoutdoor seating, but the service and wine were subpar. The wine was okay. It seemed like it had been aerated for a while. We bought a bottle, and it didn't match the tasting at all. In terms of service, our wine pourer was really nice, but she went on and on about her family history, not so much about the wine, but about how her nieces and nephews did or did not pursue winemaking. Overall, it felt awkward and a bit strange, and I won't be returning.

Nice open area for families and friends to celebrate any occasion and enjoy a wine tasting segment…read moreor just a bottle on a beautiful day! Friendly staff greeting you with a smile and willing to help with any requests or questions! Snack options are limited but available..first come First serve so you might want to come prepared with a read of your own! Just note there are options there...

I came here for a company outing, so this review is not your typical wine tasting experience. As…read moresoon as I entered the parking lot, I had to whip out my camera. This place is really beautiful, with fountains, gardens, vineyards, and cabanas. As I entered, the staff was really friendly and immediately offered me a glass of wine. We had reserved the entire outdoor cabana area, but since it was raining, we moved the party indoors. The indoor area is really nice with wooden tables and fresh flowers. What's nice is that we can bring food in, so we had food doordashed in. They also have games like corn hole and jenga available. It was a wonderful afternoon of eating, drinking, and walks around their vineyards. My coworker said she has attended a wedding and a birthday party here. This is a great venue for a special event. It's not as large as Concannon or Wente. It's rustic and charming. I'm not a wine drinker, so I can't comment on the quality of their wines.

We visited Retzlaff Winery today and had a wonderful experience. It truly felt family-friendly,…read morewith lots of other children there enjoying the space. The live music was fun, the wine was good, and the service was warm and attentive. What stood out most was how comfortable we felt. Not once did we get the sense that our family or our child was an inconvenience. The atmosphere was relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive, which made the afternoon enjoyable for everyone. We'll definitely be back.

Had an enjoyable time here with my family. It was our second time here, and we returned because we…read moreenjoy the cool grass and tree covering and the live music. It's also really nice that they let us bring our own snacks (We bought a pizza from the vendor to share, too!) I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 because it was a bummer that they sell out of tastings and you have to pay to reserve your seats ahead of time, even with the requirement of purchasing wine.

Wood Family Vineyard impressed me right away. Two of their top three wines are excellent. The…read moreCabernet Franc and their proprietary red blend were the main reasons I decided to join the wine club. The quality is clear and consistent. What made the visit special was the people. Meeting the owner, who is also the winemaker, and her family added a personal touch. She is also a pilot, which says a lot about her drive. She and her sons were there, welcoming guests and setting the tone for the experience. Every staff member was knowledgeable and genuinely warm. They clearly want you to have the best possible experience, whether you are new to wine or very experienced. You feel taken care of from the moment you arrive. It was an outstanding experience from start to finish at Wood Family Vineyards. I am looking forward to coming back for future events.

Sat at the bar. $20…read moretastings. Staff was friendly. Heavier on the red variety. I believe only tried one white. Limited parking in the lot. We ended up doing street parking.

I came here randomly to celebrate the birthday of one of my bestest and dearest. In my busy life I…read moredidn't even check reviews or the website. We came to see the Queen of Motown tribute. It's SOOOO FUN! Because I got tickets so late I ended up sitting in the lounge. Not a bad bet at all! The room with the seating has an unobstructed view of the stage but the lounge was popping. We could dance and move at our own free will. I need to mention I'm still here and a tad tipsy so forgive me if this review takes some unexpected turns. Anthony at the bar is adorable and super kind. He took care of us all night. Something important to note, you may want to eat before you come or bring food with you. There is an outside pzza shop that you can purchase from too. Anywho, some people have on jeans others have on bedazzled jumpsuits. Come as you are?! Definitely want to come back. TLDR.... it's FUN. Feels local. Affordable.

Great music at a reasonable price and great atmosphere . They let you bring in food and have a nice…read moreselection of wines.