Now this is French Wine made in the East Bay! I know I had more than the following two wines but…read morethese are the ones I have notes on so they are the only ones I can comment on. The 2007 Verve French Colombard - Domaine de Mirail was served chilled and was crisp and flavorful. It begged to have mussels steamed in it. At $12 a bottle I would have it with seafood on a regular basis. The 2005 Verve Columbia Valley Syrah was a very nice, complex wine made from grapes in Washington State. It was fruity but not overpowering. Richly flavored but not spicy or with too much tannin. Oh, and I was able to practice my french.

Wine in Oakland? You bet!…read more 2006 French Colombard was OK. Sauvingnon Blanc was OK. 2005 Syrah was yummy.

Twining Vine is the best! There is nothing like it in Castro Valley and exactly what it needs. The…read moreatmosphere is quaint, relaxed, and welcoming, perfect for families, friends, and -- yes, it's dog‑friendly too. It isn't flashy or crowded. It's serene, grounding, and quietly stunning--a place that invites you to slow down, take a deep breath, and savor both the wine and the moment. From the moment you arrive, the owners will make you feel like old friends. Their passion for what they do truly shines through, and the service is friendly, attentive, and never rushed. You can tell this is a labor of love, not just a business. The wines are fantastic--with something for everyone. I love the chardonnays and my bf loves their wine slushies. Very refreshing on a hot day. Another plus is you can bring your own food as long as there is not an event taking place where they serve food. Be sure to check their website calendar before you arrive. If you're looking for a one of a kind place in Castro Valley, that is beautiful, relaxing, family‑run, and genuinely special, this is it. It's the kind of winery you want to bring all your friends, and recommend without hesitation. Highly recommend.

Visited last month and I really enjoyed it! Wine is decent and the atmosphere is great! It's a…read morehidden gem in Castro Valley! Great service as well!

I do appreciate having a local store stocking a range of craft beer. Service is always friendly and…read moreevery time I go, I find a new great, different beer (including a few from OR that I never got to try on my trips up that way).

Excellent selection of alcoholic beverages, with an owner operated setting and top notch service…read more This tiny store out does the other retailers in price, design and experience. Whether shopping for a gift, a dinner party or a date this store stands alone as the best of Alameda.

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.

I have savored a variety of bottles from this Lamorinda winery and enjoyed them all! My personal…read morefavorite red is the Sangiovese, which I find to be a great wine to pair with a fine meal. My favorite white is the Viognier.

Super knowledgeable staff. Their recommendations are always a perfect pairing. Thanks!read more

Love stopping in here every few months to stock up on great wines. The staff is super friendly and…read morehelpful, always up for making solid recommendations at any price point. A shout out to one of the longtime staff members who carried a case of wine to my car - and it was a LONG block away. On top of that it is the holidays so they are super busy. This is what I call customer service going above and beyond with a smile. A local business with a great team and products. You can't beat Paul Marcus!

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 second place in our day of wine tasting in Livermore was at Free Range Flower Winery…read more The wines are made with flowers, different combinations and some fruit, like oranges. This is a cozy place tucked away in a small back street, there is space for 2 tables and standing room inside as well as outside seating. There is also a ramp for wheel chairs. Plenty of parking. The flight has 4 pours and costs $25. The owner/pourer is very knowledgeable about the wines she makes and engaging. You get a small bowl of mixed nuts to go with the tasting. We were really excited to taste the wines and help support the small business owner but unfortunately the wines were not to our taste The lavender had a very strong smell and taste of lavender, almost like soap/lotion. The resident, 20 year old dog Fana was a cutie and very loving, added to the experience! She also offers a chocolate pairing and the bottles are beautifully designed. It is a small business, woman and black owned and everyone should try it out!

My wife and recently had a bit of a stay-cation. We planned little day trips to various unique…read morespots that piqued our interest. That is why we went to Free Range Flower winery. They are housed in an industrial area of Livermore....quite out of the way. We met the lovely Aaliyah and her friend Kana. Aaliyah is filled with entrepreneurial passion and vigor. Her joy is infectious. As we sipped 4 lovely wines: Rose-Hibiscus, Rose Petal, Marigold, and a lovely wine made from a blend of flower pedals. The wines were lovely with a crisp finish. Each was serve chilled a bit but the flavors "blossomed" as the wine warmed some. My wife and I are committed to get the word out about FRFW; bringing friends and family with us to visit. Aaliyah and Kana have the drive and energy that make America great. We pray for their success and growth. A truly unique experience!