Good wines and friendly staff make this place fun. I like the barside seating in an open area to…read morefeel the breezes under the shade of the canopy.

We were invited to this vineyard by one of our friends and so glad we were able to make it. When…read moreyou think of wine, you often think of heading to Napa or Paso Robles, but you'll never think that deep in the hills of Gilroy (borderline Morgan Hill), there's this small and beautiful vineyard. I haven't been to Italy but having seen it in movies, this place sure gives you the feels of having traveled that far for a glass of wine. It's a small vineyard with such an intimate and relaxing setting. The owners, Drew and Tiffany, are friendly, chill, and easygoing. Even though we've met them for the first time through a mutual friend, my husband and I felt comfortable talking to them as if we've known them for some time. They're very personable and well versed with their wines, and I love the stories behind some of the names for their wines. You'll also be greeted by their sweet and gentle black lab, Bear, who walks around saying hi to the guests. My husband and I both did the Estate Reds tasting as we love reds, especially Cabernets. I'm not a wine connoisseur at all, but I do like to enjoy a glass of wine here and there. The reds were delish, though I enjoyed The House (light) and Vino Nona (deep and bold) best. However, given another couple of years, I think Vino Nona would have an exceptional taste. And oh, you must try the Frozé (Frozen Rosé) or that I hope you get the chance as I heard they do run out of it fast. Such a yummy adult icee that is so refreshing with a good taste of the Rosé wine. I have 2 young boys, so I always love places that are kid and family friendly! This place is big enough for the boys to run and explore with areas for pictures and games. There's also a cute swing for anyone needing that nice picture to post. And one more thing, the portable bathroom is amazing! I'm never a fan of portable bathrooms, but this one is not a bit scary at all. It kinda reminds me of the bathroom on the airplanes but much nicer. Great escape for a few hours to enjoy with your significant other and/or with friends. Definitely nice place for small events. P.s. There is also a menu for light snacks, which I forgot to take a picture of.

Horse Thief Winery!!! Located on the west side of Morgan…read moreHill (maybe San Martin?) by a little running creek in the back. Nice place to relax and enjoy some delicious wine! Occasionally will have bands that will get your fingers tapping and feet moving to the beat! If you wander about the yard, you'll spot some cute little chickens that will "bok bok" which I think it means hello??? But I don't speak their language! Lol.. Go and enjoy a nice time out! They share their time with Cottage Creek Winery, which is on the same driveway...

Awesome wines! Great ambiance and the owners are very welcoming, definitely worth a visit!read more

Castillo's Hillside Shire Winery Review from my visit on Sunday 5/17/2026…read more I was very excited to visit this location because the photos online looked absolutely stunning. The beautiful home and landscape are very well kept, and the winery itself is a cozy little spot nestled along the hillside. Prior to visiting, my friend kindly called about two weeks in advance to ask permission to take her graduation photos there so we wouldn't be imposing on their property. We were told it would be perfectly fine as long as we purchased a bottle of wine, which we happily agreed to. Unfortunately, upon arriving, our experience was disappointing. The woman working in the tasting room came across as very cold and unwelcoming from the moment we walked in. She repeatedly questioned us about taking photos and stated there was a $250 insurance charge required for photography on the property. When we explained that permission had already been given over the phone, she simply responded with "okay" before ringing me up for a $49 bottle of wine. What was most disappointing was the lack of kindness and professionalism. I was genuinely excited to visit this winery and support the business, but the uncomfortable interaction completely changed my perspective on the location. Hospitality goes a long way in the winery industry, and unfortunately, we did not feel welcomed here at all. Such a beautiful property, but sadly the customer service experience left a lasting impression, and not in a positive way.

I really loved my tasting here. I loved that it was family owned and that they live onsite and run…read morethe tasting room. The wine tasting was generous wnd amazing. for $15 every single red wine that was on the flight was very smooth and full bodied. 2 bottles buys out your tasting fee (which I did with no hesitancy !) Wonderful ambience outside with beautiful shaded trees, ponds, small vineyard and a lovely castle. Gorgeous shaded spots for hanging out with family or friends and taking photos They do allow kids , but ask that they stay close and not run around or be loud. They no longer sell cheese plates, but there were so packaged snacks for sale. Such a hidden gem !!!!

"My wine-making philosophy is 'good grapes, good wine. The wine is made in the vineyard through…read moregood viticulture and by mother nature's fermentation process. The wine maker must be a good babysitter to this process." -- Jerry Ross So working and living in the area of Morgan Hill I have recently seen a bunch of signs popping up directing drivers to Morgan Hill's newest winery: Ross Vineyards. Turns out there are 50+ signs all about the area so after hiking Uvas Canyon, I saw a couple more and had to stop in. The Winery is situated on a Hill overlooking Chesebro Reservoir. The vineyard and winery are located on the site of the historic Coffe Ranch whose original owner Joseph Coffe came to the United States from France in 1870 and five years later Mr. Coffee founded The Wine Depot Winery in San Jose. The family lived and farmed on the 300-acre ranch along Llagas Creek in Morgan Hill for three generations the Coffe and cultivated 50 acres of vineyards. The original ranch buildings and farming/winery equipment are still at Ross Vineyards and it was a kick today tasting in the historic barn filled with antiques and photos. Jerry Ross is quite a character and is the main reason for the 5 stars. He was a non-stop story teller, with a Bud of all things, while his grandson was pouring wine and his wife Judy encouraged everyone to sit down and eat the hot dogs and beans that were prepared (I had a dog with the homemade beans. Very good). Jerry was a home winemaker starting in the late 90's and the winery was bonded in 2005. The tasting room opened in May, 2013 and it is a must-visit in the area for the views, the ambiance and the awesome vibes one gets from the Ross's. Married 50 years, this is how wine tasting should be: fun and unpretentious!!! (Here is what my 8 readers are waiting for) None of that fussy stuffiness and overblown pretentious nouveau-riche chateau you find at The Winery That Shall Not Be Named (although we usually do). A messy ranch with rental homes, a tasting room in a historic barn, hot dogs and beans from a crockpot and a funny dog knocking a balloon into the air with his nose until it pops. The winery sells only red wines, grown on Ross Hill Vineyard which is above the tasting barn, and they include Cabernet, Merlot, Barbera, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Petit Syrah, Mourvedre, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Grenache, Syrah, and Zinfandel. I enjoyed the 2007 Tempranillo very much and bought two bottles. The other wines were good to very good and I think you will be surprised at the quality. Ross Hill Vineyard is two acres and the winery makes 14 barrels of wine a year. Most of the wines sell for between $20 to $25 So get away from snooty wineries (Hmmm, which one one comes to mind? Oh I remember...) where just getting a cracker, much less a taste, becomes an exercise in civil disobedience. Come out here in the beautiful backcountry of Morgan Hill and let the Ross's, on the 1st and 3rd weekend of every month, show you some true Santa Clara Valley hospitality. Highly recommended!

Sitting high above the clouds on a long windy road is Fort Ross Vineyard.We actually turned around…read morethe first time because it was sooo foggy and had no clue where we were.Glad we tried again. A nice fellow explained the wines as he poured then ones we had chosen.He also had a list of places to eat afterwards!A nice deck is out back complete with picnic tables to sit and sip and enjoy the amazing view.Your family pet is also invited!

We had reservations for Saturday at 4:30pm. The tasting room is located at someone's house. We just…read moreparked in the front driveway half moon empty area. We saw a wine tasting sign at the end of the driveway if you turn in at the very first opening. It wasn't busy at all. It was mostly the owners daughter and daughter's boyfriend helping pour the tastings. We saw the owner come by a couple of times. There's both outdoor and indoor seatings. The restroom is actually located in one of their buildings that you will see when you walk down to the tasting room. Felt weird to go into someone's living area. $20 tasting fee for 4 wines. You can revisit the wines. But most of the wines were good. European Bordeaux style wines which were bold and complex. Only one wine was tannic. You can bring outside food. semillon- good fruity, bold merlot- good, fruity, bold ternuvas blend- tannic 2 gents & a lady - good, smooth

First off, the reason we wanted to try this winery was because they are environmentally friendly,…read morepesticide- free, and tout a plant-based lifestyle. It's literally someone's home who had a dream of making wine. The tastings are by reservation only and only offered two Saturdays a month. It truly feels like you're hanging in your friend's backyard. If your friend just happens to make delicious wine and have beautiful westward views of the valley. There was music playing, no sense of urgency, and the namesake pooch Moose to occasionally provide a little company. The owner and head winemaker Rich and assistant wine maker Uli took their time explaining the process, the wines, and anything else you may think to ask. Rich even let us pick fruit from his citrus trees to take home. What a beautiful day and beautiful experience. We plan on going back in the fall for the harvest festival!

We had our wedding at Seeker in June, and it was more than perfect! The Seekers were so helpful and…read morekind - Karen made sure our day went off without a hitch! I can't say enough good things - book your event there, you won't be sorry!!!

My friend and I found out about Seeker on the Gilroy Welcome Center website when we were looking…read morefor wineries for a 30th Birthday Party Bus/wine tasting tour. They were so friendly and promptly called us back to set up an appointment for our group. The wine was great and the tasting room was very cute! We really appreciated their hospitality and willingness to take such a large group. Overall we will definitely be coming back for tastings.

We dropped in Saturday around 3pm and it wasn't that busy. There's both outdoor and indoor seating…read more We decided to sit indoors since it was hot. $20 tasting fee for 5 wines waived with 2 bottles. The wines were bold and fruity, but some wines were tannic. You can bring outside food. Ken helped pour our tastings. They even have complimentary chocolates and popcorn on a table outside. They also sell some cheese, charcuterie, and drinks in a small fridge inside. They also have wines on tap. You can buy the growlers. We did get to try the Mercury Rising California wine on tap. chardonnay- good, oakey rose- smells funky aged, tastes ok pinot noir- decent merlot- fruity, smooth, bold cab- tannic but fruity Bordeaux blend- mercury rising California - tannic

Cinnabar is now just in Gilroy. We decided to check it out. We took our beloved growler for a…read morerefill and went to listen to the music on a semi cloudy afternoon. The wines were as good as usual, but the charm was lacking. The little building appears cute, but it doesn't have a vineyard feel at all. It sort of feels like a parking lot. On one side, there was a lawn with picnic tables and a stage. On the other side, there were cafe tables and the restrooms. It could be better if things were reoriented to take advantage of the view of the distant hills, but as it is, there's not much to see. On the good side, you are welcome to picnic here, which we did. There was also live music, and a way to get more distance from it if the music was too loud. We left with our growler filled, but it seems like a long way to go for another refill.

I would like to update my original review…read more After only going here once, I reluctantly went back when they had a trivia night season go on a year or so ago. A friend of mine goes to these things all the time up in SJ so I agreed to join him and we had a great time. Tried different ciders over the season and actually had many that we liked. I also had a pretty long conversation with the owner about brewing cider as I've tried making my own with apples from the tree in my backyard. He turned out to be a really nice guy. So I think I was wrong in my original review of Ten Five One Cider.

So glad my family decided to come check out this family owned business! I'm a big fan of ciders so…read moreI was excited to visit. The family literally hosts customers in their (very large and beautiful) backyard. Plenty of shade and places to sit. We were greeted and seated quickly despite being early for our reservation. I liked that there were many different types of ciders to pick from, so I opted for a flight. My favorites were Bada Bing (Cherry infused) and apple pie (literally tastes like pie). I also shared a cider slushy with my mom and it was delicious. I recommend following them on Instagram, since they are only open for tastings on certain weekends of each month. They are also open on some Thursdays as well.