Patrick & Nico are fantastic hosts at Calera Winery. They are both so friendly and informative…read more They are one of the reasons we love Calera winery. The view of the Gabilan Hills is amazing-loved the cows. We tasted a lovely Pinot Noir: 2022 Muns Vineyard. Always a wonderful experience at Calera.

After being a member of another Duckhorn portfolio winery, I finally had the chance to visit…read moreCalera! Wasn't too bad of a drive from Pinnacles National Park, we stopped in on a Monday so we weren't worried about needing a reservation. The Pinot flight comes with a Chardonnay to start followed by four Pinot Noirs. We were also able to dry their dessert wine, the viognier doux. Definitely order their charcuterie board! For only $20 it's a huge plate with lots of variety of goodies to munch on during your tasting. The staff were lovely and I enjoyed all the info they told us about Calera.

DeRose Winery and Wines(Alejandro is an excellent vintner)are always a celebration. Nicholas…read moreelevated our DeRose experience as the amazing host. Nicholas made us feel welcome and valued as long time club members. It was wonderful to taste inside. Loved the DeRose History - Nicholas is knowledgeable and very personable. DeRose is a Cienega Valley Gem!

The legendary DeRose Winery…read more.. It's all about the Cab Franc! I believe the Cab Franc is what they are known for... and for good reason. The Cab Franc is one of the best I had! The only other local domestic rival I know off that is near as good hails from 3 Steves Winery in Livermore, and they get the grapes form DeRose! So, do yourself a favor and pick up a bottle of the Cab Franc. You won't regret it. The Cab Franc is a 100% Cabernet Franc, not blended. The Vines are pruned in the winter, the Grapes are exposed to sunlight with careful leaf removal and the Clusters are thinned after veraison. Common tasting notes are Berries , dark Stone Fruit, a dash of pepper a subtle hint of roses. Can you tell I like is wine? The vineyard is located on both sides of the San Andreas Fault and wines are part of the old Vaché planting method. DeRose wines are also organically farmed, just not not certified. Oh, can't forget the dry farming as well. The Winery is in the middle of nowhere... It's a journey onto itself to get here. There isn't much else around. There is another winery down the road, but that's about it. Don't be scared to make the trip. They recently opened a Tasting room in San Martin. Can't wait to stop by and do some wine tasting there...

Eden Rift has a wonderful selection of both Red and White wine. Their Pinot Noir have an abundance…read moreof coastal influence and provide great value, especially because many of their vines are Calera clones from Mt Harlan AVA. They have a few tiers of reds including The Estate, Reserve, Palm Tag, and Lansdale. Although it's tempting to purchase some of their delicious wines at their winery, a helpful tip from the local - Grocery Outlets around the Bay Area sell their reserve Chardonnay for $3.99 and their reserve Pinot Noir for $8.99 in the wine section! They are priced at $42 and $72 respectively at the winery, so you're getting incredible savings! Amazing to see the owners of Eden Rift spearhead wine accessibility by providing great wine in the sub $4 and $9 price point!

Worth the 20 minute drive from downtown Hollister to this beautiful winery located in the hills…read moresouth of Hollister. Tressa ( hope I spelled her name right) our hostess was very friendly and knowledgeable about the wines they offer. We tasted several nice wines. The have a nice chard but my favorite of the day was 2020 petite sirah "valiant" a nice rich dark red wine with balanced tannins. I had to bring some home with me.

3rd time here and this time I had the beer. I had the Sunshine Golden Ale and it was delicious!…read moreBrittany is the BEST!!!! Definitely recommend this gorgeous wine/beer establishment. Come on a Sunday and listen to beautiful music!

-Perfect DIY venue to rent - Great Beer…read more-Good wine - Sunday Fundays -Dog friendly -Family friendly - food vendors

Took my wife to Leal for their Mother's Day brunch . This was our third Mother's Day brunch we…read morehave attended and it has become a tradition . Purchased tickets a few weeks ago for an 11;30 reservation. Plenty of parking and they had golf carts to take you to the entrance. Check in was quick and easy and we were escorted to our table . The line for the buffet was not long and there was lots of food choices. The food was good a couple of the bakery items were a bit overcooked. There was a full bar but we closed to get a bottle of champagne and made mimosas. There was 3 juices to choose from. A live band was playing and there were people dancing Would recommend this event

truly TERRIBLE wedding venue. Bed bugs and rats at the venue. The staff told us to continue to stay…read moreat the venue despite discovering bedbugs. Multiple guests had many bug bites. We tried working with Tiffany Morales, who refused to compensate for the damages caused. Instead, despite proof from staff for the infestation, she ignored emails and tried to pretend that it did not happen.

I've been a winery member for a couple years now. I love that this is a no frills atmosphere- you…read morewon't be met with wine snobs bragging about their knowledge and collectable bottles. Just cool, friendly people who are looking for a relaxing way to spend their day. Leashed dogs are welcome. The plastic Adirondack chairs could stand the be replaced- sun exposure makes them break easily so use caution when sitting/moving in them. I recommend bringing your own chair.

I highly recommend that everyone should come and check this place out!! The food and the concerts…read morethat are put on are the best

Best Movedre ever. Roussane and Aubade are my 2 favorite white wines. Each wine is curated…read morecarefully with very distinct notes. Jeff has hit the mark with his wines. Most varietals used are from local vineyards in Gilroy, supporting local economy. The winery may not have the most scenic location but once inside the winery and taste his wines, you will be happy you made the effort.

Me and my family stopped here on our way to San Jose. You pass many winery's that seem hard to get…read moreto as they are right off the freeway. You gotta be alert for them. We ended up finding this spot just on Apple Maps and it looked really cute. When you get there, there will be the cutest black and white dog roaming around. Her name is Noe! She is part of the winery and comes to great you at your car. What great service! The inside of the winery is very simple and cute. They have a big patio to sit outside with your drinks. I will say, I am usually a sweet wine person and we were told there were no sweet wines at this facility. Nonetheless, we did a wine flight just to try! The wines were very smooth, none were really my taste though. Again, preferring sweet wine this was a bit to adjust to. However, my family who got red wines and actually like red wines loved it! The star of the show for me was actually a peach cider they have! I usually don't like ciders either, but this one was so delicious and refreshing! I wish I had just got a couple of those. Overall, service and everything was great! The man was very knowledgeable and friendly. Noe was an exciting part of the experience. And the cider was so amazing! I would come here again on another Cali trip.

Yes, Ozeki is a cheap sake that you typically get at a Japanese restaurant, served as a hot sake…read more(i.e. atsukan). HOWEVER, what an epiphany after talking to Ozeki staff and sampling their most basic sake that was poured -- it was GOOOOOD. Served at a room temperature, this sake that is sometimes sold as cheap as $5 per 1.8L, was very rich and flavorful. They said that this cheap sake is usually their first choice of sake because no imports can beat freshly made one. Unfortunately, in many cases stores and restaurants have Ozeki that's more than few months old (or sometimes a year old). They said pretty much all sake should be consumed young, even if it is not "nama" (i.e. unpasteurized). Ozeki does not offer regular tasting/tour at the facility, so call ahead for a special appointment if interested in visiting.

This is one of the best rice wine. I use it to replace original cooking wine that sells in many…read moreAsian supermarket. This sake gives perfect favor to all kind of foods, especially meats.

What a charming winery! The glass of sparkling rose upon entering, the live music, and tasty…read morenibbling options put Folktale on our "must return" list whenever visiting Carmel. Great staff service, gorgeous setting, reasonable pricing, and fabulous ambiance...such a pleasant surprise!!

Nick was our server today. He was so kind and knowledgeable in the wine. I have never been wine…read moretasting before and he made such good recommendations. He was nice, funny, and made this experience so nice. I appreciate the service and the ambiance of the winery. I would come back!

Such a hidden gem. It's right down the street, but once you're there it feels like you've stepped…read moreout of the city. Beautiful setting, great vibe, and the live music makes it even better. The owner was an amazing host. She was super welcoming and gave great wine recommendations. You can tell she really cares about the experience. And the wine is really good too. We'll definitely be back.

Had such a wonderful experience at P & V Winery in Morgan Hill! From the moment we arrived, we were…read morewelcomed like old friends. The owners are incredibly thoughtful and genuinely passionate about what they do, which really shows in every detail of the experience. The wines were fantastic--well-crafted, flavorful, and impressively priced. It's rare to find such high-quality wine that's also so accessible. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, and the owners went out of their way to make sure everyone felt comfortable and taken care of. Also, major perk for being pet friendly! It honestly felt like being welcomed into someone's home rather than visiting a typical tasting room. If you're anywhere near Morgan Hill and enjoy great wine, this place is absolutely worth a visit. Looking forward to coming back!