I enjoyed myself here . The scenery was nice not spectacular, but nice . It has causal , and comfy…read morefeel. They have records you can pick to play . The wines were charming. A lot of reds to choose from. We had a tasting. The service from Jeremy was outstanding along with Don. Jeremy may seem young, yet knowledgeable of wines. He is personable , and delightful. We had a pleasant time at Banshee.

Banshee wines has such beautiful grounds. I loved walking around. I was referred to this winery…read morefrom wildhaven sonoma and was so happy we went. We had our tasting out on the patio. Our server was very attentive and friendly. We were really hungry and despite not having snacks on the menu, they brought us some. It seems like they have some cool events and promotions like their lunchbox series and other parties. Overall we had a lot of fun. I had to grab the Avril wine!!

Beautiful winery and location. If you enjoy a good Cab, this is the place. Did a wine tasting and…read moregot to try many different years of Silver Oak Cabs as well as their sister winery Twomey Pinot Noirs and the best part was that they offered vintage Silver Oak Cabs from their library which was a super treat! They provided use a chocolate box each which had 2 decadent chocolate. The staff assigned to us for the tasting was super knowledgeable and made it a fun experience. Tip: Don't come here expecting anything other than a Cabernet Sauvignon. Silver Oak only makes Cabernet Sauvignons and offer only Cabs for tasting and for sale. However, they may offer you other types of wine as a complimentary tasting such as a Pinot Noir from Twomey etc.

We had planned off for a quick stop and ended up having the best time with the staff. It was a…read morebeautiful, sunny day and we popped in without a reservation and requested a bar tasting. We are Silver Oak fans but thought this stop would be overly corporate and boring. Couldn't be further from reality. We had several wines with the amazing staff, including a couple 30-40 year old library wines which a customer happened to bring in. They helped give recommendations for our next stops

Heading to Geyserville for lunch decided to make a detour and pick up a couple bottles at Jordan…read more Recently there for a tasting we wanted to bring home a Sauterne and champagne. We stopped in unannounced and were greeted warmly. Taylor was such a pleasure and she remembered my daughter & I from 2 years ago when she helped with our tasting. Not very often does a winery connect with visitors at that level. Says a lot about the culture here. Grabbed a couple glasses of champagne and walked the grounds to kill some time before our lunch reservation. Probably my favorite winery in the area. They are having a social hour on the terrace 3:15 to 5 Thursday thru Monday through the month of May. $10 a person waived if a glass of wine is purchased. Also small bites for purchase. Can't wait to go back for that experience.

We had a wonderful visit to Jordan. We did the food-wine pairing. FABULOUS! Our tour guide,…read moreOlivia, was fun and knowledgeable. We got to walk the grounds and meet a few of the chefs. Food was delicious! Great ambiance throughout the whole tour. Definitely recommend visiting

Truly the best experience I have had in wine country. Their harvest party for their members is…read moresmall and really a family ordeal. I felt privileged to be a part of this celebration. The wine is truly some of my favorite vintners out of the Alexander Valley. They have yet to disappoint me with ever bottle I open. They have a passion for the wine and the land. Make sure you call about tasting. They do not have an official tasting room that is just for stopping by.

What a wonderful find! My husband and I hired a driver for the day and he set up an appointment…read morewith this very small winery- what a gem! Brett was incredibly nice and welcoming- inviting us into the beautiful home upon which the winery is based out of and into his personal vehicle to give us a private tour of the grounds. So friendly, knowledgeable, and nice! The wine was good too! I truly enjoyed my experience here and will definitely go back when I am in the area again. Thank you!!

Robert Young Winery started off promising with welcome drinks and being seated, but that's where…read morethe hospitality ended. I don't usually post reviews but this experience compelled me to do so. We were explicitly told to be patient and that someone would get to us. Nearly 50 minutes later, not a single host or server had checked on us--no update, no acknowledgment, nothing. The winery was not packed: maybe half a dozen groups total, with several empty tables visible. There was simply no excuse for the complete lack of service. At one point, my companion attempted to make eye contact with a female host, only to be blatantly ignored. It was uncomfortable and frankly disrespectful. That said, I do acknowledge that one host eventually reached out to recognize their shortcomings, which I appreciated. I can also honestly say the place itself is lovely and the ambiance is very nice. I've visited wineries extensively--both internationally (Australia and New Zealand) and locally--and I have never experienced hospitality this poor. Wine tasting is as much about service as it is about the wine, and this was a masterclass in how not to treat guests. This review is coming from a place of tough love. The setting has real potential, but the service experience needs serious attention.

Small family winery, tastings are by reservation only. We came up during Alexander Valley wine…read moremonth for a free tasting. We were welcomed with a splash of Sauvignon Blanc. The winery is on top of a hill, so the patio has gorgeous views of the Alexander Valley. We had a preset tasting of their Chardonnay, Merlot and Cab. They were kind enough to offer a tasting of one other wine of our choosing. We chose the melon de bourgogne. What a fun, bright wine. We really enjoyed it and brought home a bottle! They're a direct to consumer winery so we will have to come back for more wine next time!

We were exploring downtown Healdsburg recently during the Christmas break. Since there were so…read moremany intriguing tasting rooms, we decided to check one out. We chose to drop in Marine Layer Wines. The tasting room is located in a very nice area in beautiful downtown Healdsburg across Healdsburg square. Parking is accessible all around the street and Healdsburg square. The modern decor was beautiful and bright. There were plenty of tables and couches to accommodate all different size parties. The vibe was inviting and family friendly. There was a cozy fireplace in the front as well. We ordered a glass of Lyra Pinot Noir and a glass of Aries Chardonnay. My Pinot Noir was smooth while the wifey's Chardonnay was crisp and refreshing. The wine was great quality. Overall we enjoyed our experience at Marine Layer Wines. The staff was nice and helpful. We appreciated the family friendly environment. It was nice to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Christmas, by relaxing with a nice glass of wine.

We came to check out this tasting room after a friend's recommendation. The space is beautiful, and…read morethey offer two different types of tasting. We went for the Pinot flight (Sonoma coast Vineyard series) and really enjoyed the Bohemian and Whistler. Staff was great in explaining each pour and giving us space to just relax.

Stressed Vines is super dog friendly (please stay off the furniture). It's been quiet the couple…read moretimes we have gone and they often bring a bed out for our older pup to rest on. She doesn't typically go into any bed and plopped right in to nap, always a good sign. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The focus is Pinot and Chard and there is a lovely bubble too across two flights. Highly recommended trying one of each flight in your group to find your faves across both. They don't offer a wine club discount as you see that if you get your wine shipped. They have events throughout the year including in the summer with the music in the plaza series, members can reserve a seat from them and take a bottle or glass to enjoy the vibes.

Wow, this was such an accidental find and well worthwhile. I stumbled into stressed minds after…read morehaving lunch and were promptly welcomed by the owner. We opted for tastings which started with a complementary glass of bubbly. The owner was so knowledgeable and friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting in the comfortable lounge and tasting fantastic wines. We will definitely return!

On my way back from another winery we decided to stop by Medlock Ames tasting room in Healsburgs…read more We came sort of on the later end of the day at 4:00pm and were still welcomed with open arms by one of the tasting associates Laura. She poured us a glass rose and was chatting with us for a little. The atmosphere and hospitality were great. We sat outside underneath the grapevines. It was a great way to end the day.

***3.5 Stars***…read more Beautiful grounds with a gorgeous tasting room! Medlock Ames definitely impresses when it comes to their estate. Their tasting room is located right in the heart of Alexander Valley and is surrounded by lush and vibrant gardens. They have an adorable patio space with great views of both their gardens and vineyards. Their indoor tasting room is so hip and chic. It features a center tasting bar that is surrounded by beautiful artwork and a backwall that showcases their wine cellar. My friend and I came here for a tasting and we had a very pleasant time. Laura was our host and she was really sweet and very knowledgeable about the wines that she poured. She told us about the history of the winery and how it began. It was neat to learn that Medlock Ames was started by two college buddies while they went to school in NYC. Most of their grapes from their wines are sourced from their own vineyards in Bell Mountain. The majority of the wines that are produced here are small lot and limited production. Tastings are $45 and available by reservation only. Although I enjoyed the atmosphere here, I wasn't blown away by any of their wines. My friend is a big fan of their sauvignon blanc and I'll admit that it's tasty and probably their signature wine. It was odd that it wasn't featured on their tasting list, but Laura was nice enough to pour it for us anyways. I'm not usually a fan of merlot, but I actually enjoyed their Jefferson Clone Merlot the best out of all the wines that we tried. I just felt that wines were overpriced for the quality, but it could have just been that my palate didn't align with these particular wines. Despite this, I would still come back again to try more of their wines. Hopefully, I'll find something that I truly like here in the future.

Beautiful rustic experience, recommended to us by the concierge at Singlethread…read more The private tasting was fully outside and prepped upon arrival, complete with several bites with which to pair the wines. After a brief walking tour through the property, we tried the Faultline Vineyard Cabernet, Oliver's Blend Cuvée, and the Viognier. All are great, but fell in love with the viognier. Also took home their olive oil. Exceptional.

Just wanted to thank Jason and Patricia for an experience my group said was the best wine of their…read moretrip to wine country! They are in the Industry and know great wine! Low key, down to Earth, quality sells itself. And thank you for the hospitality! Adding this vineyard to my Repertoire! Andre/owner Executive Car Service Napa Valley

I am a wine Club member and I always enjoy coming into Locals to pick up my wine shipment. The…read morestaff are very knowledgeable and kind.

No food, but plenty of good local wine. Our server did a great job for us!! It is worth the stop.read more