We had an hour to kill between scheduled wine tastings and decided to squeeze in a visit to Liquid…read moreFarm. We'd had one of the pinots at a fancy restaurant a few years back and knew the place had a good reputation. We also appreciated the easy walk-in situation on a Saturday afternoon. The tasting room was casual and charming, part "mercantile," selling wine, of course, and sundry gift items and home goods. There was plentiful seating, some of it at the bar and some of it in what felt like a large living room, homily decorated with lots of art on the walls. It was pretty busy while we were there, but not in the least bit crowded. We sat at the bar, which was run by an enormous former football player (if I eavesdropped correctly) and a woman from New Zealand on the verge of retirement. I'd watch that movie. We were helped by the woman, who was friendly and knowledgeable, a great guide to the house wines. The flight started with the 2025 Rosé of Mourvédre, then went to Liquid Farm's Chardonnays and Pinots. There was the 2024 White Hill Chardonnay, the 2024 Golden Slope Chardonnay, the 2023 "SBC" Pinot Noir, the 2023 Fiddlestix Pinot Noir, and the 2023 Four Pinot Noir. The wines were fantastic across the board. The tasting fee was $40, on the steep side, probably because the space invites casual drinking. It was easily waived, with one flight waived per two bottles purchased. The wines were all between $30 and $94, so this was easy math. The kind of easy math that had us leaving Los Olivos with a trunk--and back seat--full of wine. We picked up a White Hill Chardonnay, an "SBC" Pinot, and two of the Fiddlestix, a prime haul that we look forward to drinking. We had a lovely time at Liquid Farm and would recommend it to anyone wine tasting in Los Olivos.

My husband and I absolutely love Liquid Farm. Whenever we drive to the area from Los Angeles, we…read morehave to make a stop. Jeff, Brian, Anthony, and the rest of the team always make us feel at home when we're there. We even recently hosted our rehearsal dinner there, which was the perfect addition to our wedding weekend. We're so grateful that Liquid Farm was a part of it. Of course, their wines are also amazing, and our guests loved them - especially the White Hill Chardonnay! Highly recommend stopping by next time you're in town!

We loved our tasting at Spear, Dave was super friendly & knowledgeable. The wine was delicious &…read morethe views were incredible. I'd definitely recommend checking them out & we'll stop by next time we're in the area!

Great winery, with awesome wines. Loved everything we tasted. We leaned more towards the Estate…read moreWines, but nothing disappointed us. Service was spot on, Claire answered all of our questions ( which we tend to have a lot ) like a true professional. Winery has some exceptional views, a perfect place to enjoy a few glasses. Can't wait to visit again.

Finally made it to Lafond! Beautiful tasting room on Santa Rosa Rd. It's a bit of a drive but the…read morewines are delicious and worth the trek! We were lucky to have Diane pour for us. She is very friendly and we enjoying getting to know her! Thank you Diane for making our visit memorable!

Delicious wines, especially their Pinot Noir. This winery…read moreis very low key with a variety of different wines. Our favorite is their Pinot Noir and Syrah. The staff is friendly & knowledgeable. This is very enjoyable way to spend an afternoon.

Had a lovely time at The Hilt. It's an elevated yet approachable tasting experience with…read moreknowledgeable staff who love their wines and the region. We enjoyed learning throughout the tasting, then relaxed with a glass in the courtyard afterward. Highly recommend for the exceptional wines, hospitality, and beautiful setting.

we just attended The Barns 5 Year anniversary event there last weekend. It was outstanding,…read moredelicious food and of course really great wines. The staff were amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. We only planned to stay a couple of hours but were having such a good time we stayed, much, much longer and our friends that came with us were blown away and give it 5 stars also The building is fabulous with awesome views, it was very windy and cool but if you sat outside, they had blankets if you needed them.

We were stopping in Santa Maria on our way up north and decided to visit Bien Nacido vineyards…read more While the vineyard has been there for ages, the tasting room is relatively new (3 years old). I arranged for the ATV tour for my husband and I around noon, but encountered unexpected traffic on our way up from LA so our arrival time for our tour got delayed. Our tour guide Morrie was thankfully flexible and understanding with our late arrival and was welcoming when we finally arrived. After driving through lots of farmland, we arrive to The Gatehouse (the tasting room). It is a beautiful building with large windows looking out to the vineyards. It has such a relaxing vibe. Since it was a gorgeous day, we decided to settle our (high school and college) kids down at a table in the outdoor patio with lunch. After taking a few quick bites of our sandwiches so we had something in our stomachs before we started our tasting tour, we were on our way. Morrie is also the sommelier for Bien Nacido so not only was he was well versed in the history of the Bien Nadico vineyard, he was also very familiar with the wines and grapes and was very informative and we learned quite a lot. He took us up and down and all around the vast property and we were told about how Bien Nacido grows grapes for other wineries and that they lease out their land to other local growers for vegetables, fruits, etc. During our time there, we tasted the Rose, Chardonnay, a couple different Pinot Noir, and Syrah. Everything tasted great, but the Syrah was a bit intense for me personally. Morrie even picked some grapes off the vines for us to try. My husband and I really enjoyed our visit and left with way more than we planned to buy, and since we had so much fun, we made our college kid drive us to our hotel. Thanks Morrie and Bien Nacido for a great afternoon!

Our group of four visited Bien Nacido for wine tasting as a Fess Parker member exchange. The…read morelocation is absolutely beautiful, inside the building and the patio. We were greeted by Jordan, a friendly, informative, and helpful wine enthusiast. Jordan provided details of the grape, year/ season, and descriptions on each wine's flavor and suggested pairing. We learned a bit of history of Bien Nacido and the popularity of the grapes. We opted to do both tastings, estate and black label to fully experience their wines. Jordan started us off with a rose, well balanced and dry, perfect for hot summer days. Our favorites were the GSM blend, smooth, full flavor and the black label Syrah, full-body with notes of berries, and nice depth. We are so glad we took advantage of the FP perk and visited Bien Nacido, with a couple bottles of GSM and Rose in hand.

This is the second time we have visited and have ordered many bottles in between. They have…read morecontinued to expand their wine catalog and it continues to get better and better. The tasting room is fantastic. It is beautiful and best when it is warm enough to sit outside. The person serving the tasting was great. Gave just enough info with each tasting and enough time for us to sit back, enjoy the wine, weather and peace and quiet. Great view of the green hills and the clouds blowing over the peaks.

One of my very favorite wineries in this valley. Its a gorgeous property and delicious profiles in…read morethe wine selection. They have cheese and cracker selections to add to your tasting as well.

If you want to be insulted by snotty employees and drink over priced wine than this is your place…read more So many good wineries to spend you money - go elsewhere

I've been a fan and supporter of Liquid Farm almost from the beginning, but because I live in the…read moreNapa Valley, I haven't had a chance to visit them until now. When they opened their tasting room earlier this year, I was eager to make a trip down. When reviewing a wine tasting room, it's sometimes hard to separate the review of the tasting room experience from a review of the wines. In this case, I'm happy to report that Liquid Farm does an amazing job on both! Yes, it's an odd place for a tasting room, but Lompoc isn't quite the wine tourist destination like Napa or Sonoma. If you're reading this post and thinking of visiting, it's likely that, like me, you're already a fan of the beautifully elegant, terroir-driven chards and pinots. A visit to the tasting room affords a rare opportunity to taste the different wines being made side-by-side. Tasting the "White Hill" chard next to the "Golden Slope" deepened my understanding and appreciation of the two immensely. Visiting the tasting room also gave me instant access to magnums I had never had a chance to purchase before! Brian was a terrific host to my girlfriend and I. He was super knowledgeable about the wines, history, and philosophy of LF. He was also knowledgeable about wines in general, and was able to relate all things Liquid Farm to the larger context of California and Burgundy. We spoke the same language, and I was grateful for the opportunity to learn so much more about the wines I'd loved for so long. Brian gave us a little tour of the production winery, and invited us to join the wine club. We couldn't resist! We joined the wine club, and bought a mixed case and a couple of magnums. As I understand, they're open to the public on Saturdays, and by appointment the rest of the week. Either way, it's prudent to call ahead. Just make room in your cellar first!

Will be thinking about this place until we return. Solminer was our first stop in Los Olivos, and…read moreI'm so glad it was -- it set the bar incredibly high and was exactly the type of wine experience we crave. We had tried their collaboration wine at a wine bar in SB the day before and knew we needed to come check them out. My partner, my dog Enzo, and I were greeted by Ari, who was truly amazing and made our time there so fun, welcoming, and educational. We each grabbed a tasting, and I genuinely loved all of the wines -- which never happens. We came right at opening and sat inside, which gave us time to really enjoy the space and chat with Ari. He shared so much about the farm, their methods, the wine club perks, and the philosophy behind what they do. He made us feel completely at ease and was so open to all my beginner wine questions. I loved that the tasting included a surprise pour, and by the end, I felt like Ari really understood our taste and recommended the perfect wines -- plus other places to check out in the area. We left with an amazing bottle we can't wait to open. The space itself is beautiful: local goods for sale, stunning photography of the farm, a nice bar area, indoor and outdoor seating, and very dog‑friendly energy. Hands down the best wine‑tasting experience we've had.

The most wonderful place. Third time here and the service is always warm and welcoming. The orange…read morewine is my favorite from here as I never end up with indigestion or headaches! The ambiance is quaint and homey, making it feel like you're sitting in your own backyard. You can tell the staff truly love their jobs and are happy to tell you all about Solminer's farms and mission. A wonderful place, truly.