Thanks to Tiffany K. for her review and have convinced me to try Di Arie Vineyard & Winery. I made…read morereservation in advance by email because no one answered the phone and no option to leave a message. When I got there, they didn't have my name for reservation. I had to show them the email confirmation. It was fine and we were still able to sit down right away. The inside wine tasting room is kind of small but the outdoor patio and area makes up for it. It is quite big and open. I think someone can host an outdoor concert or a wedding. We got to taste about five type of wines (Sauvignon Blanc and few blended red wine). They were all good. I particularly like the 2020 Interlude and purchased a bottle for my sister. We also got to sample from their gallery collection library club that's like 20+ years old ( I forgot the exact year) and that was special. They also have dumplings and spring rolls for purchase. I skip that because I wasn't sure if that would go with the wine. We bought some cheese with us and we had that with our wine. Of course, we asked for permission before bringing in our own cheese and crackers. The gentleman that served us was really nice and friendly. We didn't feel rushed and wine was poured at a good pace. I do want to mention that most winery at Amador will comp at least one tasting with purchase, but not at Di Arie. If you're not a member, be prepared to pay the full wine tasting fee per person.

Our 1st stop during our 2025 Big Crush event...oh boy, did I pick a great one! Their tasting…read moreincluded their vintage wines: 2013 Onstage, ActII (my ultimate favorite), 2010 Touriga National and 2007 D'Arideaux. OMG, they were all very delicious. They did their pairings with a Mediterranean lunch. This was also amazing. They also providdd a tasting of their more recent wines, 2019 Sierra Legend! It's a Terri blend of Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Syrah and Primitivo! The host and hostess were all very friendly and knowledgeable! And of course to meet and chat with the wine maker himself, Chaim, was a wonderful treat! The grounds were small, but very cute and relaxing. It made for a warm, friendly ambiance! Of course we walked away with a case of the Sierra and the 3 OG vintage wines! We're definitely coming back in a few weeks. Thank you Di Arie!

First and foremost, the wine pourer was fantastic. The wines are nice and the tasting room is…read morequaint . Everything one would like or desire in wine tasting is found here. Stop here and see for yourself what a gem this winery is...

Stunning scenery, friendly staff, Carrie was amazing! Every wine we had was better than the last!…read moreIt was a hot summer day and we were given a nice fan while sitting on the gorgeous patio! Some nice breadstick and cheese made everything exponentially better . Couldn't recommend more when exploring Amador!

This winery is great, with the potential to be outstanding. The facility, formerly known as Bray…read morewinery, underwent a transformation by the new ownership to create Krissie Vineyards. In my opinion, they are doing so many things to enhance the wine tasting experience, it could blow away the competition. Examples are as follows: 1. Rebuilding, refinishing and updating the tasting room and facility. 2. Hiring the former Sous Chef from Taste restaurant to create food offerings/pairings and provide a small bite sample with wine tasting. 3. Display unique and unusual art in and around the property. (They have seven full size panels from the Berlin Wall adjacent to the tasting room.) 4. Staff is exceptionally friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. 5. The wine pricing is reasonable when compared to the quality. 6. Both the food and wine are excellent. That said, I think the one possible stumbling point could be their attempt to blend in their east coast sister wines and styles with this region. It might be an interesting idea, but I am uncertain people locally will appreciate or understand the effort. The Amador wine region is not Napa Valley, and I don't think it possesses the international appeal, notoriety or demographics that will support the concept of bi-coastal wines. In any event, we will return to further experience the ongoing evolution of this remarkable winery.

It was known as Bray vineyards but underwent a transformation to become Krissie Vineyards. They…read morehave on site food pairings with a comfortable tasting room and even pieces of the actual Berlin Wall. Our waitress was very nice and informative. The wine was light but tasty, The food was very good but unfortunately we were on a time limit so we had to keep it short. Will definitely be back

So lucky to sit with the owner/winemaker for our tasting experience. We learned a lot about making…read morewine in the Foothills. Every wine we tasted was delicious, and we purchased two bottles of Barbera. Tasting fee waived with purchase.

We were very pleased that the owner made himself available on this day. We enjoyed the knowledge,…read moreand wisdom gained. The wines were all delicious and enjoyed. We're glad for the experience, but wouldn't go out of our way to return. Thank you.

My first time here last Thursday as guests of close friends of ours…read more Wonderful wine tasting with too many whites and reds to choose from. Very friendly and attentive service. Had lunch as well there and food was really good. There were 4 of us buying wine both reds and whites. Somehow our order got a bit mixed up and we accidentally got a case of red in place of white wine. I called office today and they went above and beyond to get that case of wine delivered to our home asap. Cannot beat that for service anywhere. Highly recommend making a trip for anyone who hasn't been there before. Beautiful grounds and wine tasting room. We're now big fans!

Our experience could have been so wonderful... but with that said I can only hope improvement…read more I hadn't been here for several months and being a wine club member for many years I needed to pickup my selection. I was met with the most grumpy host ... no smiles no greetings and definitely no charm. I know Erika deserves so much better. Wish I knew her name... "she's been there forever ". I'm a consultant by trade and absolutely would love to return much more often. The good was the "new" help wine servers were Charming :)

We've been going here with family and several friends over the last few years. This place is very…read morenice. Great setting the people that own It are super cool and really enjoyable to talk with. They give you a bottle of cold water and GIVE you a good cheese board when they bring their wine. ALL their wine is good there was nothing that went to dump bucket. HIGHLY recommend checking them out. Also their Estate Olive Oil is FANTASTIC!!

Owned and operated by a married couple- both retired engineers, this is the type of winery that…read moremakes Amador great. They are the owners, the farmers, the winemakers, and the pourers. The tastings come with complimentary snacks. We chatted with the owner quite a bit (mostly commiserating about the red tape and ridiculous regulations in the state for farmers). It was clear they are living out their dream and doing what they love. The wine wasn't our favorite to be honest, but the atmosphere and the owners were so much fun, wednesday come back for the experience!

My family and I attended the most recent wine party at Di Stasio Vinyards!…read more The dinner was to die for...i ate it up so fast I forgot to take a photo! There was this beautiful watermelon salad that was my favorite! Desserts were brought in from a local bakery and WOW!! I'll dream about pecan bars! The wine was great! Our sommelier was Lindsay and she's just amazing! Overall the night was so fun and the music was great so definitely come!!

This is one of my favorite wineries in Amador County…read more GREAT food, skilled workers, lovely, scenic views, comfortable patio, clean bathroom, flexible staff, and MOST importantly, delicious wines. If every winery were like Di Stasio, the wine industry wouldn't be struggling nearly as much.

Wines are amazing! Joscelyn did a great job with everything also. We highly recommend coming here!read more

Great vibes love the modern look. Maddy H was super helpful and knowledgeable. Solid wines all…read morearound. Would definitely recommend a visit.