Absolutely gorgeous little family owned vineyard with incredible views and an array of wonderful…read morewines to try. This was my first time here, but our hosts are regular members here and introduced us to this great little winery.....for BYO "picnic" goodies to go with an assortment of fantastic tasting wines. I'm not sure how this membership thing works, but it's definitely worth checking out if you're into wines and enjoy a nice day out either sitting at one of the limited number of tables or chairs looking out onto the awesome views of the winery. My wife and I were just visitors in the area, were brought here for the very first time, and just went with the flow. And, to top things off, there was a solo guitarist playing wonderful instrumental songs while we enjoyed our Picnic and wines. The owner was also there to tend to the guests, engage in friendly banter, and just made sure we all had a great time. Excellent experience.....ok, I admit I am not an alcohol drinker and this was my first sip of wines in many years......yea, I got a bit buzzed probably from drinking too fast....because they were that good.....but luckily I wasn't the one driving :)

They are open for tasting Saturday noon-5. Their online system seems to book up even if they are…read moreempty. If you can't reserve a spot online, just show up. I've done wine tasting at a bunch of places in Santa Cruz, and Alfaro has maybe the most comfortable chairs, and the best view. The wines are very light bodied, with some yeast and oak. They don't really appeal to me. But it was fun doing the tasting.

First time coming to this place and truly adding to top 5 local favorites. The staff was all…read moreextremely friendly and welcoming. We had one server helping us but it seems that they work as a team and everyone would pop by to ensure we were doing ok. The wine was delicious, big fan of their Chardonnay and their Pinot Noirs. I went with my family so we ordered one of each flight to try all the wines they were pouring. The property is truly so beautiful and loved the views and peacefulness that surrounded it. Will definitely be coming back!

They have wine tasting Saturday noon-5. You can bring food to the patio…read more All wines are estate grown. For their sparkling wine, they use champagne vintner in Sonoma: Dan Person. He uses hand-riddling for the champagne style. Two wines stood out to me: 5/5: 2021 Sparkling brut. It has a yesty, bitter oak note. Very sparkly. 4/5: 2023 Fiamma white pinot noir: Herbaceus and grassy.

Did a wine tasting yesterday and the wine was excellent and so was the service. The setting outside…read moreon the deck was very comfortable with many trees and winery vines within our view. Definitely deserves a return visit.

The patio tasting area is OK; about on par with other places like Nicholson etc. You can bring food…read morefor a picnic while tasting. But the draw here is that you can walk into the vineyard, up to the top of the ridge, and get a superb view, and picnic on the tables. My favorite wine from the standard tasting was the Night Owl GSM (Granache / Syrah / Mourvedre). They are part of the Santa Cruz Wine Passport locations.

Nicholson Vineyards in Corralitos is such a wonderful find! What impressed us most was the…read moreattentive and welcoming staff. They engaged with us from the moment we arrived, and because it was such a hot day, they thoughtfully offered us ice water. The winery has a superb, lively atmosphere. It was busy during our visit, yet the staff still made us feel well cared for. We also love that it's dog-friendly and allows guests to bring a picnic--perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful setting. There is little to no cell service at the winery, but they thoughtfully provide complimentary Wi-Fi for their guests. The tastings may be a little pricey compared with others in the area, but the hospitality and overall experience make it worthwhile. We had a fantastic time and look forward to returning again and again!

They are open for wine tasting Friday-Sunday 11-5…read more Marguerite is the very engaging owner. They make refreshing, light-bodied wines that are great for summer sipping on the patio. You can bring in picnic food onto the patio. They also have a snack cart. It's a very pleasant way to spend a summer day.

Wow, what a beautiful hidden surprise. A special dear friend of mine suggested this place to…read morecelebrate a birthday of a friend. Four of us ladies enjoyed a lovely drive to the Winery and when we arrived we were greeted by one of the owners, Joe who poured us a tasting of their wines. He is very kind and personable. We sat at one of the outside patio tables and was joined by Pamela who is Joe's wife and Owner. We had the best time ever. We all felt right at home. The tastings kept on coming and they just got better and better. Wines are amazingly smooth. They brought us a taste of their Olive Oils that are made from their olive trees. This place is a must. Thank you Pam and Joe for this amazing experience and allowing us to celebrate our dear friend, Ruth Ann's birthday. Cheers, Elaine

Wonderful family owned winery! A local favourite, not only got their delicious wine but got…read moreequally tasty olive oil!! Joe and Pam are gracious hosts during tastings. Sit outside surrounded by olive trees and gorgeous foliage. My husband and I both highly recommend!

Stopped at El Vaquero for a tasting because I love discovering new to me wineries. This place looks…read morelike a local joint--in a really good way! They regularly have bands and events. So, in a small place like Corralitos, this is important! The wines were good, the ambiance was authentic, and I'm sure the events are awesome and well attended.

Ooh it was my first time at El Vaquero Winery, and I loved it! The wine was delicious, the people…read morewere inviting, and the band was great! The venue is pretty large so it hosted a lot of people, which fit the evening band event well because there was a great turnout! There was a food truck just outside so you could bring food in, and we saw many tables with Tupperware so they must allow outside food as well (it may be just for events, so I'd call to confirm). The only reason I had to knock one star off is because of the ambiance. There are many wineries in the area, and El Vaquero is wonderful... it is just a more casual casual, basic setting. The things that count (wine and people) are fantastic though!

What a wonderful surprise at Anatum Winery!…read more My cousin Letty and I went wine tasting at Anatum Winery, and as someone who normally prefers reds, I almost skipped the 2024 Anatum Estate Chardonnay. Thank goodness I didn't! One sip and we literally looked at each other and said, "WHOA!" It was crisp, flavorful, beautifully balanced, not too sweet or too dry, and so smooth on the palate. I honestly couldn't believe I was drinking a Chardonnay! The Rosé of Grenache, Red Blend, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon were wonderful too -- I enjoyed the reds so much that a few bottles came home with me. Such a beautiful, relaxing setting and an even better experience. I especially loved seeing the passion this young couple has put into their winery. Anatum Winery, you turned this red-wine girl into a Chardonnay fan!

We've been coming to Anatum now for a few years as members. At one point we were doing the down…read moresizing of too many wine clubs and there was no way Anatum would be cut. Aside from the wine itself which, we are primarily Pinot noir enthusiasts that are fabulous here. There is still a great spread of varietals available. The Rose of Pinotage is amazing. Great small family run place. On a given weekend you'll likely meet the whole family. And they talk to you as family and share their life with you unlike reading a script of wine descriptions. Easy to find location with a few sandwich boards out to help make it obvious if you don't know how to use your nav system.

They have a tasting room at the Old Sash Mill, but I went to a tasting at the estate in Aptos,…read morewhich is open Fri-Su noon-5. It's very pleasant to sip wine on the patio. They also have a bocce ball court. Two wines stood out: 5/5: The 2024 Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay; it's rubust, sparkly, with tropical notes. 4/5: The 2024 Monterey Sauvignon blanc: Fruity instead of grassy.

**Overall 3.5 stars**…read more The wine tasted excellent! In fact, all the flavors were complex and delicious that my friends joined their wine club! The winery is situated on a hill. The road to get up the hill is very narrow that we almost missed it bec it looked like a driveway. Once we got past the trees to an opening, it was like orchestral music started playing when we saw the gorgeous Storrs building! The cement structure was so sleek and modern, yet it was in the middle of this farmhouse kind of area... it was a little shocking, in a good way. I feel bad taking off stars because I actually loved the wine at Storrs, but for the cost of the wine tasting per person, I was astonished at how TINY the pours were. We are talking the tiniest sip. You don't even have enough to swish it in your mouth to get a good sense of the wine on your palette. We thought we were being "punked", except every pour was this miniscule. There is also a strict no outside food policy here, yet they don't sell food. This is a big downside for me because I find drinking wine a great opportunity to sit back and relax with friends, and that includes munching on some food! Counter space was very cramped in the tasting room, and no one greeted us or acknowledged that we entered the building even. We just walked around for awhile until we found a tiny corner to insert ourselves. The set up isn't ideal for when there are multiple groups inside. There are tables in an outdoor patio and one long table indoors, but with the tasting pours being half a sip, you really don't need to sit down. So this is a big downside for me. The wine is delicious, so I think it's worth tasting and buying some wine here. My tip is to go on an off day so you can get better customer service and maybe get more than a 0.00001 ounce pour. Haha.

The wine tasting experience at integrity is unique because of their wines! The winemaker purchases…read moregrapes from many different AVA's and makes wine. So, tasting there is like a trip through CA wine. It's fun! And the wines really do reflect the terroir. I recommend a stop at Integrity.

Love Integrity Wine! Tried the Sauvignon Blanc at the Scott's Valley Wine and Art festival this…read moresummer and it was so good. So, of course, I looked up the Integrity tasting room and went and tried more Wine. They are delicious . Joined the club, but have yet to be able to attend a pick up party, but look forward to it.

Such a beautiful, welcoming experience!Immediately upon arriving at Martin Ranch Winery we felt…read moreright at home! Therese (owner) welcomed us and made us feel like old friends. Skip had us laughing and engaged in great conversation while he served us our delicious wine tasting. We decided to become wine club members because we enjoyed every single wine we tasted and had such a great time. When guests come to our home for dinner we are always proud to serve their wine because we know they will love it as much as we do. Now, each time we visit the winery we feel like we are coming home because they make us feel like family The grounds are so beautiful and we feel so comfortable there that we always want to bring friends and family when they come to visit. Hundreds of hummingbirds agree with us and so do the geese that have decided to make their pond home. The gardens are a feast for the eyes and their chickens seem happy and content. We just love it here!

Came to Martin Ranch on a Sunday in September. It was a gorgeous day and there were a number of…read moreother parties there, but it wasn't too crowded. They have a couple different areas to sit and a dedicated tasting bar. The property was absolutely beautiful, surrounded by vineyards and with a small pond. I wished we had explored more, because you can roam around a good portion of it. You can bring your own food, which we did, but they also sell snacks. And they even sell beer for the non-wine drinkers. The tasting menu had 4 wines, though there were plenty of extra open bottles, so we were able to try a few more.