Hands-down, one of my favorite wineries in the Amador region. So much so that I am a member. What I…read morelike about the small wineries is that you actually get to talk to the wine makers. This spot is no exception. Lots of seating, indoors and outdoors as well as bar seating at the front. Came on a hot day and was told that the front room actually has the best air-conditioning. I appreciate the little goodies that come with the wine tasting. Helps to cleanse the pallet as well as bring out the best flavors of the wine. What's unique about Jeff Runquist is that he uses pure varietals. He brings out the best characteristics in each of them and there isn't any blending going on here. Service wise, I've always had great service. Very attentive as well. If you're coming to the area to try the wines of Amador, be sure to stop by here. They also have wines from other regions, but it's so nice to try estate wines which they feature here.

Another fabulous find for us in Jeff Runquist Winery. They attended the Amador Four Fires festival…read more This festival provided insight into some amazing wines and Jeff Runquist is one of them. This winery sources wines from 12 different appellations. This means you have tremendous access to fantastic wine regions across California and wonderful varieties to tempt your taste buds. The tasting room was clean and welcoming and the day we visited it was member pick up day. The wines we tasted were fantastic and we purchased quite a few. Membership is available and several levels to choose from. I would recommend this winery. The festival provided a fantastic opportunity to taste these wines and others as well.

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!

Absolutely loved our experience at Rancho Victoria!! Jenn was amazing. We will be backread more

Absolutely first class experience with this winery. New ownership put a shot of energy into this…read moreplace. We had Carrie help us. She is WONDERFUL. At the Crush 2026 we also enjoyed the wine pairings with the pasta (pesto, Alfredo and bolognese). The property is also lovely. Btw. My favorite wines at Crush were the Picpoul, Vermentino and Petit Sirah.

September 25, 2027 - Plymouth, CA…read more I've been wanting to visit this winery for quite a while, especially after hearing they had pieces of the Berlin Wall. I pictured a few small chunks of concrete on display. Well...they don't just have pieces. They have several original sections of the Berlin Wall, beautifully displayed alongside their outdoor tasting area. I was immediately in awe. Standing there looking at the wall--and knowing what it represents--was unexpectedly emotional. I had just finished a novel about the Berlin Wall, so all that history was fresh in my mind. It made seeing these actual sections of the wall even more powerful. As we tasted the wines, I had a view of the West Berlin-facing side, complete with its colorful resistance graffiti. Walking around to the East-facing side was an entirely different experience. The stark, cold concrete has almost nothing on it except bullet ricochet marks. Seeing the two sides of the wall was incredibly moving. Okay...now for the wine! We did a tasting of six wines for $20 per person--one white and five reds--and honestly, every one was delicious. We liked them enough to buy two bottles to take home, which waived one of our tasting fees. John was our host, and he was gracious, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. He shared information about the wines, the vineyard, and the history of the wall, which made the whole experience that much more interesting. So yes, definitely come for the Berlin Wall and stay for the wine. It's a unique combination of history, emotion, and really nice wine--and one I'm very glad we experienced.

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.

Always a must stop when in the area. Beautiful architecture and ambiance. Amazing wine, good prices…read moreand the best staff. Nick, always treats us well and is our favorite server. Educated on the wine and makes us feel welcomed! We will be back again and again. Thanks, Nick!

Unbelievable wine!!…read more I'd like to share our Maddy! Professional, personable , knowledgeable .. a great ambassador for Casino Mine Ranch!! We absolutely love the wine, the sparkling, whites, Rose's all the reds and Simone, my husbands fav!! It's a beautiful ambiance... peaceful, Relaxing - we've been coming here since they opened!!

Amazing and Super helpful! The employees there help you…read moremake the most of your visit to Amador Wine Country. We had a great time and will be back for more!

It's amazing to have a 5-star event so close to home!! If you haven't had the opportunity to attend…read morebe sure to make it a priority!! The behind the Cellar door event is an awesome opportunity to visit all the wineries in the region for a small price. Most wineries offer pairings and entertainment.