We stumbled upon this winery looking for an olive oil tasting and we fell in love. Head over heals…read more The wine was great. The owner was great. Renee, our wine steward, was great. Favorite wine was the surprising Picpoul. A fun white wine for those who like the off the wall whites. The scenery and view was 5 stars and breath taking. I highly recommend this winery. The olive oil tasting was self paced and delicious. Please visit here, it's wonderful.

Trattore is a hidden gem in dry creek area! We found them because we wanted to do an olive oil…read moretasting and wound up adding their paired flight wine tasting. We were having so much fun we stayed for lunch and some more glasses of wine! The views on the patio are incredible and we had the best day of our trip with Renee and Mary Ellen! If you are looking for a great time, family vibes, good wine/olive oil/food, and views come out to Trattore!

Was excited to come here (second attempt) but it's closed yet again. Unfortunately I can't give a…read morefair review, let alone recommend a business, that I haven't truly experienced despite my best efforts, so the current low star ranking are based on the following: Site looks awesome and is in a great downtown location, but sadly they don't adhere to their own advertised hours ie. Website says 6 and it's not even 5, but they are closed & Sign on the door says closed till the 24th, but it's the 25th, still closed. Interesting business strategy. Hopefully can give an improved review someday.

I'm a fan of their wines and hospitality. Such a charming cute tasting room in a great little town…read more My favorites are the Nuits de Young and the Rose. I recently tried one of their Zins and it was delicious too. And if any of you had the pleasure of knowing Kathleen, you would love this place even more. Thank you Erika and Maddie for always taking such wonderful care of me during the Wine Walk event.

My hubby and I came here yesterday, Labor Day, around 11 am and Neal was our host. He was amazing…read more The view is incredible and the weather was sunny, with a light breeze and our seat was looking out onto the hills across from us. It was idyllic. Now the wines we tasted were sparkling wines and were delicious. My hubby did the Sabrage (compliments of our Airbnb host, Dawn) which was a lot of fun. Neal was a fabulous host explaining all about the wines and then brought out their Pinot Noir and 2 Zinfandels for us to try as well. We ended up buying the Old Vines Zin and the 2024 Sparkling Blanc de Blancs. It's totally worth your time to taste their wines!

Came on a Sunday morning (10 am) for a sparkling wine tasting. We sat outside and it was beautiful…read more Jordan was our host and was kind. They had the Wine Road event so it got busy after about an hour. We got to watch a saber which was neat. Wines tasted good. They also had non alcoholic drinks which my sister in law had, which is a nice touch. More wineries should do this. Overall we enjoyed our visit and would definitely come back.

May 6, 2025 - Cloverdale…read more This was our second visit to this winery, and it was just as lovely as our first visit. It's a family-owned winery, and very down to earth. Dog-friendly. Upon arrival, we were immediately greeted by Tilley, a rescued Aussie Cattle Dog. I LOVE that they list her as one of the team members on their website. There is a large tasting room, and an outdoor covered patio on a terrace overlooking the vineyard with amazing views. Once we chose where we wanted to sit, our host, Christy, gave us a complementary taste of rose'. The tasting fee is $20 per person, waived with a two-bottle purchase. The tasting menu is mostly reds, but started with a Viognier. We were then offered the chance to try any white that they had open. Such a relaxing and, really, a perfect wine tasting experience. Christy is friendly and knowledgeable. And then Jim Rickards (owner) came over and talked to us for a while. He is very personable, and had some wonderful stories. We shared conversation with him for quite a while. We enjoyed all the wines. We bought the rose' and the merlot. Prices range from $30-$39 for the whites, and from $35-$63 for the reds.

Had the absolute best wine tasting here today! Not only are the wines very good but the views are…read morespectacular. Christine was a wonderful host and Jim was a plethora of information. I feel like we could have spent the entire day here. Be sure to check them out and say hello to the wine dog, Tilly!

We went here for Bob's Burfday a few years ago and brought our own food! But what we loved it and…read morethe guy that was our tasting associate was grrreat! He totally took care of us. I wish I could remember his name but I'm thinking his name is David! He took care of us with our food and our disarray the guy was great and even better is he gave us a comparison tasting of the recent Cabernet which was a well structured Cabernet blend with Bordeaux varietals in it and then a straight Cabernet compared with one from 2010?? Which was amazingly delicious!! And so I highly recommend Sbragia as a place to go! That and the views are spectacular from the balcony

The location comes with a beautiful view! We were greeted and seated quickly. It was a pretty quiet…read moreday. Sounded like maybe they had kept reservations down because of an event later in the afternoon. Our host provided us a variety starting with their white and moving to the reds. We ended up preferring some of their reds including their dessert (port) wine. Their selections are very reasonably priced compared to some of the other wineries we visited. Definitely came home with some bottles.

Icaria Winery, Cloverdale, CA - September 1, 2023 This was…read morethe second and final winery of the day for us. We had tasted earlier in the day and were ready for one more tasting adventure. Tastings here are by appointment only. I learned that texting in my appointment request worked very well. We were able to get a 3 pm appointment. Due to its location, you'll get a text explaining how to get to the location and what to do when you get there for parking. This is a pretty small scale family-run winery operated out of the basement of a house that is at the top of a hill not far out of town. There are about 50 acres of wine grapes grown down below. The tasting fee is reasonable - $20/person, compared to other wineries in the Alexander Valley area that have $40+/person tasting fees. Our host was family member Helen, who was charming and knowledgeable and she poured our wines and explained a little about each one. We also got to meet and talk to her husband and winemaker, Greg, We got to taste their Chardonnay, Zinfandel, a couple of their cabs, and a very recently (that morning) bottled Pinot Noir. Everything was very delicious as we sipped our wine overlooking the vineyard below. All the wines were very reasonably priced I thought, considering their outstanding quality $35 - $65. We bought a bottle of the Cab. Sauvignon and the Pinot Noir. We have every expectation they'll be delicious when we open them.

The total definition of a hidden gem! Who would have known that this beautiful tasting room was…read moretucked away in the hills of Alexander Valley?! Came here with a friend during a wine tasting event, and we were both blown away by the aesthetics and the Cabernet! This was hands down some of the best Cab Sauv that I have ever tasted in my life. That kind of Cab that makes your eyes roll to the back of your head with each and every sip. Yeeep... like that. 'Twas extraordinary and I lived to tell it. Upon entering their estate, there's a long windy one way road. It was our first time there and we didn't realize that it was a one way road until we got closer to their grounds. It's pretty gnarly! We didn't realize that they have a shuttle bus that transports guests up to their estate. Whoops! Make sure you don't make the same mistake we did and park at the bottom of the hill and wait for that shuttle. Trying to turn around to go back down that one way street is scary, but we made it work. From first glance, the estate looks like a charming old house on the hill. In fact it is, but you'd never expect what's hiding in the backyard. A full on patio tasting area with jaw dropping views of the valley beneath. Our eyes instantly lit up when we made it to the back patio of their estate. Is this even real?! It was stunning and extremely intimate. We were only one of three groups (one group left shortly after we arrived). It felt like we almost had the place to ourselves. The owner/winemaker (Jeff Smith) and his wife (Helen Smith) are so down to earth and hospitable. They poured us our wines and told us about what we were tasting. I love visiting and supporting small family owned wineries like this. It's such a special and intimate experience. Every wine that we tried was exceptional. Their Cabs are just friggin' mouthwatering, and this is coming from a gal who doesn't drink Cab all too often. But let me tell you; their cabs are so damn smooth. It's literally like silk. Still bold like a Cab should be but extremely balanced. Boldness without the super tannins. When it hits the back of your throat, it just opens up with so much complexity. These are Cabs that don't need food to bring out their flavors; they can be enjoyed all by themselves in completely delightfulness. But, I KNOW that they would be amazing when they are being paired. Just exceptional Cabs. I'm actually so grateful that we came across Icaria during the wine tasting event because I'm not sure if I would have discovered them otherwise. If you're looking to taste in the Cloverdale area, Icaria should be at the top of your list of wineries to try.

Our second time visiting Bella winery and this time with kids. We had made a reservation for the…read moreoutside sitting area but when we arrived it was drizzling a bit so we went inside the cave and the staff was so friendly and accommodated us and the kids. Whitney was our wine pourer and she was fantastic!! She made the experience extra special, she is so informative, accommodating and really fun! She gave us a mini tour of the wine cave and vineyard. All the wines were delicious, we bought a case to have shipped to our house! After the tasting was over we went outside and hangout on the lawn for a while and enjoyed the beautiful views. Overall great experience, specially for my sister in law's first time at a winery and celebrating her 40th birthday. Can't wait to be back again!!

Went to Bella again last week. Had a great tasting and the staff was wonderful as always!!!read more

Dutcher Crossing completely exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed a seated tasting at a private…read moreoutdoor table beneath a pergola, surrounded by breathtaking vineyard views. Katie guided us through an outstanding selection of white, rosé, and red wines, sourced from nearby vineyards. Every pour was exceptional, showcasing both quality and variety. From the beautiful setting and personalized service to the excellent wines, every aspect of the experience was memorable. We loved everything about our visit and can't wait to return.

What an amazing visit. The wines were great, the setting beautiful and the service top notch!!read more

A tasting worth the drive -- and one we'll remember for years…read more We first met the Mercury team at a recent event in Sausalito and could immediately tell they were offering more than just wine -- there was artistry and playfulness behind every pour. We knew we had to experience their tasting room in Geyserville, and it did not disappoint. In fact, it was the best tasting we've had since 2012 -- hands down. The Vibe The moment we walked into the tasting room, we felt completely welcomed. The energy was light, engaging, and genuine. This wasn't your typical stiff, scripted tasting -- it felt more like visiting a friend who just happens to be incredibly passionate (and knowledgeable) about exceptional wine. You don't just taste here; you connect, laugh, and learn something cool along the way. The Wines Each pour had personality -- creative blends, bold structure, and something memorable in every glass. We ended up taking home a few bottles that are already earmarked for upcoming holiday dinners: 2023 Skins - an orange Chardonnay that stopped us in our tracks. Golden, aromatic, and layered with apricot, pear, and tropical brightness. It's ancient in method but totally modern in vibe -- unlike anything we've had before. 2021 Freddie Rosé - somewhere between a rosé and a light red. Beautiful ruby color, bright cherry, tart quince, and a juicy finish. A standout for its structure and fun factor. 2021 Syrah (Pigoni Vineyard) - deep, rich, and elegant. Cherries, vanilla, and a touch of cocoa. Smooth from start to finish -- the kind of Syrah that feels both grounded and luxurious. 2021 Rocket - a red blend with complexity and finesse. Every sip revealed something new -- cassis, plum, dark cherry. A fantastic wine for a slow evening and good conversation. 2021 Zinfandel (North Coast) - bold and festive, perfect for chilly nights or hearty meals. The kind of Zin that reminds you why the grape got famous in the first place. Each wine told its own story, but together they also reflect the creativity and boldness of the Mercury team. It's not just about making wine -- it's about playing with tradition and making it personal. The Experience This is what tasting should feel like: casual, elevated, and full of joy. You'll laugh, you'll sip, and you'll probably linger longer than you planned. We're already talking about coming back -- not just to try new wines, but to keep this experience going. Because at Mercury, it's not just about what's in the glass -- it's about the people, the energy, and the memories you take with you. Thank you to the whole Mercury team for making our day! We came for the wine and left with so much more.

We went into the shop looking for an espresso. Fortunately that shop was closed. Instead Grady…read moregladly poured us some Mercury wines (and some good conversations). Really good wines, personable service added up to a great time. P.S. we also bought some wonderful wine. Gotta go back! Worth the trip to Geyserville.

Ferrari-Carano is absolutely worth a stop when you're in Napa! The grounds are gorgeous and…read morebeautifully maintained, making it a wonderful place to relax and enjoy some wine. Our host was very friendly and shared great information about the wines and winery, which made the tasting even more enjoyable. I was disappointed that we had to cut our tasting short because we had a dinner reservation to get to--I could have happily stayed longer! My favorite wine was the Fumé Blanc, and with the member discount, it was an incredible value at just $13.20 a bottle. Unfortunately, we ran out of time and weren't able to purchase any wine before we had to leave. The combination of great wine, stunning scenery, and genuine hospitality makes Ferrari-Carano a place I'd gladly visit again.

The wine and pasta pairing is seriously out of this world! My best friend and I came here to…read morecelebrate her birthday. From the moment we walked on the ground, we knew this place with something special. We are placed in a quiet room to enjoy our pastas and wine. We enjoyed the family style portion and that we could self serve and casually eat throughout the tasting experience. Our server was so thoughtful and kind throughout our entire experience and made sure to top us off when we needed a quick refill when we finished our tasting, and we walked around the ground, which were stunning. We would definitely recommend this experience and can't wait to come back!