Ciotti is a great winery with plenty of parking and a great selection of wines. You can start in…read morethe tasting room and then head outside to enjoy a bottle or a froze. Depending on the weekend there may be a band or a food truck but you can bring your own food. They are family and dog friendly. Staff are always nice and the owner/wine maker is always friendly and talks with the visitors.

We just went to this gem of a place yesterday with a group of 10 celebrating our girls 40th! This…read moreis exactly how a winery should be, not pretentious, friendly staff, delicious wines, fire pit and the owner even played guitar and sang for us!! Also there was a doggo! Truly a wonderful experience I hope everybody supports this family owned business! Also, the owner was a fantastic singer. It wasn't a karaoke gone wrong situation lol . Thanks Joe!!

I had the opportunity to visit this winery to pickup my race packet for a 5k I was participating…read morein. The property is beautiful, the bar/ restaurant area was welcoming, staff was friendly. They have a couple of wine flight options but we decided to share a bottle of red sangria. Wow! It was delicious, so good we took a bottle home for later. The 5k was fun, we got to run the paths around the property, the views were awesome, the path was clearly marked with flags & arrows, at the finish line we celebrated with a glass of wine and a cool medal. I would definitely recommend both the winery and the 5k, what a fantastic experience.

I was really looking forward to visiting this winery, but unfortunately our experience was…read moredisappointing. Before arriving, I called to ask if reservations were needed. Sharon told me they weren't required for wine tastings or wine by the glass. only for dining. However, when we arrived, the hostess said outdoor seating required reservations. Since my husband is injured, we couldn't take a bottle down to the lower outdoor area she suggested. She eventually seated us in the courtyard, but after waiting 15 minutes, we were only served water. We waited another 10 minutes and no one ever came to take our drink order, while the table around us was attended to multiple times. I hate to bring race into it, but as a brown couple, it honestly felt like we were treated differently. We came excited to experience the Placer Wine Trail and enjoy the beautiful views, but we left feeling unwelcome and disappointed.

Smokin' Barrel Winery is hands down one of our favorite places! From the moment you arrive, owners…read moreMitch and Julie go out of their way to make you feel completely at home--and that same warmth carries through the entire staff. Everyone is friendly, welcoming, and genuinely makes you feel like they're happy you're there. One thing that really sets Smokin' Barrel apart from other wineries in the area is the table service. You can sit back, relax, enjoy the beautiful atmosphere, and actually be taken care of instead of constantly getting up to order. It makes the whole experience feel so much more relaxing and personal. They also usually have food trucks and live entertainment, so there's always something fun going on. And of course, the wine is AMAZING! The Cab Franc is my absolute favorite, but you also cannot leave without trying one of their wine slushies--they are to die for! Great wine, great people, great atmosphere, and a place that truly makes you feel welcome. Mitch, Julie, and their staff have created something really special. If you haven't been to Smokin' Barrel yet, you're missing out!

What a nice local winery. Pretty setting, good wine that's not overpriced. One of our favorite…read morelocal musicians was playing while we were there, Quinn Hedges, which made for a great afternoon. We'll return for sure.

After a bad experience at another winery, we ended up at Dono dal Cielo, and we're so glad we did…read more From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt much more welcoming and was exactly the kind of vibe we were looking for. We stopped by on Sunday, July 5th, during the busy Fourth of July weekend, but it still felt relaxed and enjoyable. Aaron Burke was playing live music, which made the experience even better. He has a great voice, and it was the perfect music to listen to while we enjoyed a bottle of rosé on a warm summer afternoon. The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. After a disappointing start to our day, this winery completely turned things around. We're really glad we got to explore more of the Placer Wine Trail and end the day on such a positive note.

Good selection of wine. They had live music today and it was really nice to hear as we sipped their…read morewine. They also had a food truck that smelled delicious, Grajedas Mexican Grill. It's nice they have an option of food available. The vibes were lit. And the ladies at the bar were super sweet. Thank you to the yacht rock men who played for us! We would definitely come back. Bathrooms available and clean.

Everything went exceedingly well when they hosted our Golden Anniversary several years ago. The…read morefood was excellent the attention to detail and their genuine willingness to having the event run smoothly. Thank you Rock Hill Winery.

They are closed until new buyers come. Just letting anyone know so they don't drive out there.read more

Beautiful grounds, great wines particularly the Sauvignon Blanc and Petite Sirah. Dave is a great…read morehost- fun stories and a great time! Will definitely be back

Their monthly dinners are a great value and a good time. Dave is a great guy with a great Vineyard.read more

Very welcoming winery, in a beautiful setting. We enjoyed the Reunion wine, but all were nice…read more Highly recommend.

I really enjoy the patio at this winery - it's pretty and relaxing place to enjoy a glass of wine…read more This winery has plenty of spots for photo opportunities. I picked this place because not only is it dog friendly but it has one of my favorite red wines, The Reunion. I stopped by with my mom on a Friday afternoon, and the patio was fairly full with four or five other parties. There was only one person serving, so the tastings took a little longer to come out. I ended up enjoying a glass of rosé, which was perfect for such a hot afternoon. I'll definietly be back soon to pick up more bottles!

Happy Dayz Vineyard is an absolute Gem in Placer County! This winery is the perfect blend of a…read morerelaxing and beautiful location paired with delectable wines. Their outdoor tasting room overlooks hilltop views and if you're lucky you might be able to see a train drive on by too. The setup includes adirondack chairs and tables outside. They offer tastings as well as glasses ($10 each) and bottles that range from $27-$30. I tried their 2023 Grenache Blanc, 2023 Malbec Rose, Mix Red Blend, 2021 Barbera & 2019 Primitivo. All the wines tasted great and had a good complexity. Happy Dayz is a family owned winery with a husband and wife duo. They love their craft, which you can tell from their wines and the overall experience they provide. They are only open select weekends so be sure to check their website and social media for those details. In addition to offering great wines a wonderful experience, they give back to a local non-profit in Sacramento called GiGiś Playhouse and donate 21% of all Malbec Rosé sold. This helps support the Down Syndrome community. Cheers to Happy Dayz!

Totally chill place to hang out with friends! Great wine, views and owners. Bring a picnic, kids,…read moredog and enjoy

We've been traveling around the Placer County Wine Trail for a few years now, and Rappe Winery is…read morehands down our favorite winery. The craftsmanship that goes into the wine really shows, and Tom and Lorrinda make you feel like you're visiting friends rather than just stopping by a tasting room. We absolutely love being members. It's a small, family-run property with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can sit in the shade, enjoy great wine, and feel right at home. There's something special about the simplicity and personal feel of this place. We recently took a trip to Napa and had a wonderful time, but honestly, why bother driving that far or paying the high prices when this gem is in our backyard? The wine here is every bit worth seeking out. Love that they were chosen as the host winery for the 2026 Gold Country Fair! Great wine, genuine people, and a place we always enjoy coming back to. If you haven't stopped by yet, you should. Highly recommend!

First visit to this little winery only about 15 minutes from our house. Nice white and red…read moreselection, plus three summery wine cocktails. We enjoyed sitting in comfy Adirondack chairs by the little rushing creek that flows near their tasting area. An added plus is an EV charger. We'll come back, maybe on a day with music.

What a great treat of a place. My wife and I took my mom out to try a few Placer wineries while…read moreshe's visiting. Went to a nearby winery we'd visited before, and had a perfectly nice time and tasting. Wanted to check out one more, and saw PaZa nearby. It's the epitome of husband and wife operation. A cute little gazebo and a number of tables and chairs on a beautiful hill overlooking a small vineyard. Don't expect a Napa castle and 'chic' gift shop. It's perfect for a few friends or chatting w the table next to you. The owner, Zane, was amazing and spent a good hour with us, talking about his wines, the vineyard, and the history of wineries in Placer. But what was unexpected was how good the wines are! Most of the time, at local wineries, you're 'meh'. Good wines, but nothing special. You'll grab a bottle and thats that. But here, I actually REALLY enjoyed each wine we tried. His fermenting process is 'old-school' using huge clay (amphorae) cisterns vs stainless steel, and a variety of other nuances that seemed to really make a difference. I literally ended up buying a bottle of everything we tried (much to the amusement of my wife). This is now my new favorite winery in the area.

We did some wine tasting last weekend for my friend's birthday . I had never been to PaZa and it…read morehas been on my list . It's a beautiful property very relaxing. We parked our car and walked to the shed. It's a nice set up with chairs and tables . We did some wine tasting the lady that helped us was so friendly and attentive she would walk by to our table and give us our next tasting pour. We had an amazing time here at this winery. I can't wait to be back . I love the placer wine trail . It's like having a little Napa near us . I highly recommend wine tasting here .