The wine was really good here, some of the best in the Gilman district. We appreciated getting an…read moreexplanation of the brand and of the wine selection from the owner. Our favorites were the sparkling Rose and the Sonoma County Pinot Noir (which was carried by ANA in its first class cabin!)

Now that I have a lot more experience with Noria, I wanted to update my review. We've visited many…read moretimes and joined the wine club as well. First, these are the nicest people in the wine business. Warm and gracious and extremely knowledgable about the wine and vineyards. When we first qwnt to Noria, it was mostly superb Pinots and Chardonnay. Since, they've added a wonderful Gewürztraminer and a bomb Sauvignon Blanc as well. These are finely crafted wines from some of the best vineyards in Sonoma and beyond (no, they don't have rows of vines in Berkeley) and the bang for the buck is off the charts. I'm mostly a red drinker and only enjoy Pinots occasionally and Noria was my go-to. The addition of more white wines (and rosé) combined with my move to a warmer climate have made Noria indespensible for me. Absolutely check them out. Do yourself a favor and start at Noria, go across the street to Broc Cellars and then Donkey and Goat for a perfect wine tasting day right in Berkeley.

I love this winery! All of Dave's wines are delicious, whether red, white or sparkling. He has an…read moreincredible First Friday event every month with music, food vendors, cocktails, and a great vibe. Children and dogs are welcome! Also, it's a great date night place if you're looking for something low-key on some nights

We visited the area to escape the heat. Stumbled across this place. And so glad we did. We each did…read morea flight then ordered a glass of wine. We also ordered the cheese tray where you can pick your cheeses and crackers. It was yummy. The place is industrial with wine vats taking up most of the space. You order at the bar then find a seat- high tops, low tops, big and small flexible seating options. We happened to be there during a ukelele jam meet up which was fantastic. Bathroom could use some attention.

Attempted to call as choice one to visit this business the the # located on the yelp…read more.. I call apparently unaware that I am reaching someone's personal phone. I had to ask probing questions about if this phone # is affiliated to this business because the person on the other end seemed to not know what I was talking about. Found out it's the "owner" and u must visit by appointment. The add on yelp is very misleading and left a foul taste speaking to the owner that seemed completely unaware that this # was listed for his business on yelp.

This place is an incredible find. A friend of a friend recommended this place. The wine tasting and…read morepaired with some delicious za. We truly enjoyed both their whites and red and even bottle of sauv blanc to enjoy at home. Can't wait to come back, though they only are open on weekends.

The cutest friggin' tasting room with some delicious wine to boot! Cote West is the perfect place…read moreto relax while sipping on some delightful wines. Maaaan!!! Ya girl has been missing out BIG time. It took me waaay too long to get here, but I finally made it. And, what a gem this place is! I do most of my wine tasting in wine country these days. While I enjoy wine country, I've realized that it has made me neglect all of the wonderful local tasting rooms that I have right here at home. Plus, I'm getting older now and the long drives are getting harder for me to make (and more expensive with these ridiculous gas prices). My goal going forward is to start visiting more local tasting rooms and wineries. Visiting Cote West was the perfect way to start this new journey for me. Came here with a friend last year for a tasting after having brunch and we had an absolute blast! Cote West is located in a small warehouse district in the East Oakland area. It's very unassuming, but you'll notice their adorable front patio area as soon as you pull into the parking lot. They really have it set up so nicely! They've got large barrels to taste on with high chairs and large umbrellas to keep you shaded during those warm and sunny days. Their indoor tasting room is cozy but modern and chic with bright and colorful décor. They even have a large barrel room in the back where they host both private events and public parties! It's really a beautiful space. Jill and Pablo were our hosts and they were super friendly and inviting! We both decided to do a tasting but you can also purchase wine by the glass and light bites here as well. A tasting is $20 for 5 wine pours from their current tasting menu (tasting fee is only waived for members). The pours are very generous and they have a pretty diverse wine list. Also to note; they are the only tasting room in the city that produces their own wine on site! So, not only is their barrel room used for events, but it's actually 100% functional. Walk-ins are welcome but you can also make reservations (especially during their busier seasons). As I mentioned before, they have a very diverse wine list that features some very unique and less common wines. In fact, this was the first time that I ever tried Pet Nat (Petillant Naturel) and Orange Wine. Pet Nat is a sparkling wine that has allowed to ferment and finish in the bottle. I'd honestly have to say that this was my absolute favorite wine to taste here. It was so light, tropical, and effervescent. The perfect sipping wine for a warm day. Also really enjoyed their super floral and earthy Pinot Noir. It was definitely a Pinot by total definition and it had all of the wonderful elements that I love in a Pinot. Wasn't the hugest fan of the orange wine, but it was fun to try it for the first time. Jill did an excellent job of explaining the history of the tasting room and the wines. We also enjoyed hearing about the wines from Pablo, but we did feel a bit rushed by his during our tasting. To be fair, we did come about and hour before closing, and he didn't rush us after we paid and lingered for a little while afterward. For the most part, their wines are decently priced but I did feel that their red wines were a bit high. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed most of them and we had a great experience here. Would absolutely recommend to anyone who is looking to wine taste locally.

This spot is the perfect venue! I attended my friend's baby shower and we were shocked this existed…read moreout here on the border of Alameda and Oakland. Upon driving there we were worried how parking would be given all the incidents recently in Oakland, but were pleasantly surprised that's its in a nice parking lot that's a bit secluded. The venue is perfect for a event of ~100 persons. My friend was able to bring her own food and the wine were provided. Perfect baby shower venue TBH! We got to try their sparkling wine, their Grenache, and the cab. I ended up sticking to the cab the entire day. We love how the garage door opens up to the outdoor, so both indoor/outdoor seating were available. The staff were also super friendly and welcoming. I loved how they provided a little tasting during the event as well. At the end we helped clean up the venue and the staff also helped as well. This seemed like a super chill and fun ambiance to host any event, while also letting the guests enjoy a bit of wine from the bay. I may have to book this spot for my future events!

Dropped in for wine tasting! Dog friendly with great wine in a quaint location. It can't get better…read morethan that! Friendly staff and they offered our large pup a bed. We got a bottle of Sauvignon blanc and a Tempranillo

This is the only winery in Oakland, and one of the few urban wineries in the Bay Area where you can…read morechat directly with the head winemaker in the tasting room most days. Quality whites and rosés, and a solid lineup of reds. Easy parking, and a relaxed environment. Highly recommend.

REVIEWER # 4 I first…read morediscovered Caria Wines during Taste of Richmond at Riggers Loft Winery and I'm so happy to have found this place! Relevantly new, this winery was founded in 2005 and made wine at the local winery in Alameda at Rock Wall Wine Company. As we all know, Rock Wall grew business really quickly and Caria Wines had to find another home. Caria Wines was discovered by two close friends: Charlie and Dick. Dick supplied the grapes and Charlie, with his amazing wine-making skills came together to create their first bottle of the 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (my personal favorite). Now they are nestled in Richmond with beautiful views overlooking the Bay Bridge and views of San Francisco, what more could you ask for? Carica Wine focuses on Red Rhone's, however, since I am not a big red wino I decided to try there tasty Sauvignon Blanc, which is really tasty and one of their popular whites on the white wine side of things. They offer Wine tastings and tours at their new location which is at the Riggers Loft, on the edge of San Francisco Bay in Richmond's Shipyard District. They also offer a Caria Wine Club which gives you: 20 % discount for wine purchases, Free tasting flight of Carica wines at the Tasting Room, 4 shipments per year( February, May, September, and November -- each with 4 bottles selected by the Winemaker) and best of all? Free to join! I will certainly be back to try more of their tasty wines!

I tried a few of their wines here and thought all of them had the characteristic that would bring…read moreme back as a customer. The Sauvignon and Rose were perfect. I 'm looking forward to the Grenache on a picnic this summer. All the wines were low tannins and acid which is what I like. The fruit was bold and lush. So many to try. Great experience at "The Riggers Loft" in Point Richmond. 5 Star location on the bay.

We recently discovered Urban Legend and have visited twice now. Yes, they have great views of the…read moreBay. Very knowledgeable staff, and outstanding tasting wines. Can be kinda hard to find their location but you will be happy to find them.

The sister and I had a catchup date at Urban Legend Wine. This was both of our first time here and…read moreoverall, we had a good experience. We arrived later in the afternoon, but was able to get seated outdoors in a shady area. The tastings for the day were surprisingly good. The staff helping us was friendly, checked on us frequently, and kept the tastings coming. Pretty solid spot to check out if you're in the area and looking for something different to do. The views are nice, and service and drinks were good.

This place continues to be the best. They have great selection of both wine and liquor. Staff are…read moreknowledgeable and give excellent recommendations.

I wish I could give more than 5 stars. I live in the area, and find myself in here too often. Alan,…read moreRoger, Ben, and Berto all go above and beyond. They're friendly, funny, and knowledgable. When I walk by the store with my daughter, she asks to go in so we can "see my friends". On top of the service and people - the selection is outstanding. Beautifully curated - with stuff it's hard to find in other stores. Whether you're looking for an affordable bottle of wine to bring to a party, the perfect bottle for a special occasion, or just something to pair with dinner for the evening - they never miss. They are the Steph Curry of bottle shops. 30 Stars.