I am unsure as to where all the 5 star reviews are coming from. We travel to this area twice a year. It was suggested we visited Gossamer. Perhaps I am rating them so low because of some of the phenomenal wineries around them, but my husband and I found only a wine or two that were mediocre at best. As we began the reds, we found them incredibly earthy - but not in a good way. There were an incredible amount of sulfates, leaving us with a wicked headache not too long after tasting. Also, this winery reminded us of winery experiences of wineries lacking proper cleaning facilities. I do hope they "clean" up and become a more enjoyable experience. read more

This place was a good choice. Friends were hesitant in making a decision on which place to stop in. Sooooo glad we stopped in here!! So nice, good wine and really reasonable. read more

Gary and Sue are consummate hosts who have together created a charming and quaint environment to enjoy a wonderful variety of wines. They also offer complimentary animal crackers and pretzels to snack on. They are knowledgeable and passionate about their wines and have even named a few after their grandchildren. What stands out though, is how unpretentious and down to earth the environment is. Gary and Sue are welcoming, engaging and entertaining. It truly makes the wine experience relaxing and memorable. read more

A five star on Yelp is always a good sign and that was the case for here. The most notable feature is the different grape varietals and the interesting wines. Many are Spanish inspired which is a refreshing change of pace. The host and hostess were very friendly, knowledgeable and not over the top (we like wine but don't consider ourselves experts). Compared to the central coast and Northern California, the prices are very reasonable. Be persistent when looking for this tasting room as it is cozy in a busy area. read more

Meeting the winemakers and owners have been the best part of our outing here. We come from Modesto and it just makes the drive sooo worth it to be invited in and told stories of how it all started. Local grapes, local winery and a unique taste! They are DOG FRIENDLY, have treats and water bowls for my little one. I love this little tucked away winery on the main strip. It's defiantly worth a visit! We are first time visitors and we love it sooo much! LOVE, Alex, Brian, Anthony and PANDA!! Modesto neighbors read more

This is a wonderful place with exceptional wines. Friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere

A great selection of unique varietals from Spain and Italy. Sue and Gary are great hosts with good wine and either Girl Scout cookies, Animal Crackers or Pretzels as good snack pairings. The Nebbiolo (red) and Torrontes (white) we're solid buys today! read more

My fiance and I stopped in here lured by their unique varietal list and stellar reviews, and I'm so glad we did! Tasty, unique wines along with pleasant conversation made for a lovely way to spend an hour. We stopped in right as the shop was opening, and Sue took care if us while Gary continued getting set up for the day, chiming in occasionally. They began as grape growers, and transitioned to winemaking about 20 years ago because it seemed like more fun. It was great hearing about some of the unique fermentation processes they use, and their history with the various grapes. Gary has a big poster of grape varietals on the wall, and he wants to make a wine with every one of them. That spirit of adventure makes this a great stop. On top of all that, the wine is incredibly affordable. Highly recommend a stop! read more

Gary and Sue are great hosts! We immediately felt like family, and the wines were fantastic. Very affordable; $5 tasting fee for all the wines on the menu. Polaroid pictures are a fun bonus- we will be back for the wine, and to check our picture is still on the wall thank you for an awesome experience! read more

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Really good wines and Gary Wine Dude is very friendly! Especially like the Riesling Favorite tasting room too read more

Gossamer Cellars - Wineries Near Me - Murphys, California

One of the best kept secrets in Murphy's. Great wines and a very cozy atmosphere. Wine maker is very accessible. This place is infectious and I recommend you stop by if you love wine! read more

Gossamer Cellars - Wineries Near Me - Murphys, California

I can 100% understand why this tasting room has a 5 star review. My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting Sue the owner who was so generous in offering a large variety of tastings. We had the pleasure of meeting a mother and daughter from Santa Rosa who was also visiting Murphy's at the same time we were and it was such an enjoyable experience. The atmosphere and conversation was so enjoyable and the wines where amazing. We decided on a 2018 Etoilee Suzanne sparking wine. However any of the wines Gossamer offers I would highly recommend. If your in Murphy's this is a must stop on your wine tasting list. read more

Great hosts. Most wines were nice. Cute and fun. Worth a try if you're open to old world style wine.

Wonderful people who care about wine and the place they live! 12 tastings for $5 can't be beat (waived with bottle purchase) and every wine is incredibly tasty, while still providing a lot of variety! Their Tempranillo Rose is incredible and so unique! read more

Excellent venue of rare varietals. Presented by the winemaker Gary. A must to taste just off Main Street. Everything has a burst of flavor with nicely balanced tannins. read more

Delicious wines! Staff is welcoming and knowledgeable. They were very accommodating of our group. $5 tasting fee for 10 wines! Plus they gave us 2 additional as a bonus. Loved the Port, 2017 Amelie and 2015 Negroamaro. Sue is amazing and such a treat to the tasting :) read more

Sue and Gary are so knowledgeable, helpful, and most importantly, so kind. So happy to have stumbled across this fun cellar with such great wine! A must try. read more

We loved every single wine! Delicious, excellent varieties, generous amount of wine shared with knowledgeable owner. Sue was an absolute pleasure, so kind & proud of their wine. Great prices, fun atmosphere & just highly recommend!! We'll definitely be back next time. Cheers! read more

I totally agree with the good reviews here. The wine here is excellent! Wish the web site was working I be a club member in a heart beat!

This place is quaint but really has a larger than life flavor.Your pallete will thank you Gary and sue have outstanding hospitality And they are very knowledgeable about the different varieties of wine that they serve Me and my fiance have been back 3 times!! read more

Owned by a couple. The guy makes all of the wine himself, which I think is pretty cool and it means the wine here is completely unique. The woman, I forget her name, but she refers to herself as the cellar rat, was very sweet and patient. Tasting fee is only $5 and is waived if you purchase a bottle of wine. You can sample pretty much anything they have. Very lovely woman and although the place is small, definitely worth a visit. read more

THIS PLACE IS GREAT!!! Kid friendly with Jenga and animal crackers You've got to stop by and try this place!!! Enjoy! read more

Nice selection of wine and decently priced! And open later than other places around. Nice smooth tasting wine.

5 Stars+++ Gossamer Cellars is amazing due to its kind and accommodating owners, Sue and Gary. We came for the wine, but left with an experience we will never forget. Thank you so much for being the highlight of our trip! Love, the Sacto Creepers. read more

This was a fabulous place to stop and taste! Gary focuses on less known varietals with great success! All the wines were great, but I particularly liked the Grenache Blanc. If I did not have so much port at home I would have purchased Ruby Slippers, a light port blend. Cheers I highly recommend stopping here and meeting Gary and Sue read more

Excellent wine tasting experience with Sue. Came from Southern California to visit family and made it to Mercer Caverns. We then proceeded to stop in Murphys for lunch and Gossamer Cellars. The entire experience was amazing, great tasting wines and the overall attention. I would definitely be coming back the next time I'm in town. read more

Friendly atmosphere, casual and owners are very knowledgeable, attentive, and welcoming. The make you feel like family!

Such a fun place to taste wine! Big selection of varietals from around the world. Great atmosphere and good conversation. There wasn't a wine I didn't like. read more

Best service and wine ever!!! Family feel, makes you feel right at home. We went to Ironstone prior but I would personally prefer Gossamer. Would highly recommend. read more

This is always a place to stop in while in Murphy's. You always get the best welcoming. Please drop in to see for yourselves.

Loved our visit with Gary and Sue during the Grape Stomp. Still the friendliest tasting room in Gold Country. All other wineries could learn from them, this is how a tasting room should be run. You are invited to sit down and enjoy thier fabulous wine and better conversation. A truly unique experience in today's winery business. 10 tastings for $5. They aren't padding the bottom line with tasting fees like others. They genuinely want you to explore the wine and have fun. Did I mention how good the wine is? We bought multiple bottles of 6 different varietals. Sorry everybody, we bought the last 2017 Isabella. Drank it that night with our friends that made the trip with us. Every since discovering Gossamer 3 years ago, it is the highlight of my annual trip to Murphys. Do yourself a favor, stop in and say "Hi" to them and make some new friends. I did! read more

A lot of really good wine. The Pinotage is awesome and the service is amazing. Highly recommend stopping in for some wine and good conversation. read more

So informative and fun! Great wines!! Sue was so much fun and so many stories. Love it here!!!

What a joy! We can here looking for white wine - what we found was a welcoming environment, great hosts and perfect conversation. The wines are amazing! The Grenache Blanc was my favorite. The Rosés were perfect and this was our favorite tasting room of the day. read more

If you are looking for some white wines, be sure to stop by here. Almonds and animal crackers are a plenty. We were a large group and were welcomed and enjoyed their tasting menu. read more

Very friendly service. We really liked that you could try as many of the wines as you wanted. More unusual Italian, Spanish, Portuguese varietals, the wines were quite delicious. We really liked the Torrontes and Nebbiolo. Prices are reasonable - bottles are in the $20-30 range. 15% discount if you buy half a case (6). read more

Wonderful experience!! Gary and Sue are excellent hosts, and you wont find a broader selection of varietals anywhere. Fantastic wine. Fantastic time. A must go in Murphys. read more

Yes. Just: ...yes. Wonderful tasting, lovely people, GREAT wines!! Unique, special wines. You will try something you've never tried before, made with grapes you've never heard of- that you'll never forget. If you can only do one thing in Murphys, do this. Excellent! read more

Super friendly, cozy wine tasting room, family owned and operated. The Whites were my favorite. Loved the 2016 Grenache Blanc.

Great change from the other places in Murphy's. They offer so many great wines I have never heard of. Gary "the wine dude"/winemaker was friendly, awesome and super informative about his wines. All of his wines are a great value. There are so many choices in Murphy's but this is a place which deserves a stop. read more