If you are wine curious, wine serious, or somewhere in between, this is the kind of place that meets you where you are and elevates you. I truly cannot recommend it enough. If you had told me two years ago that I would confidently navigate a wine list or casually discuss soil types and native fermentation, I would have laughed. When I first walked into Lioco Tasting Room, I genuinely could not tell you whether I preferred white or red. Joining their wine club has since become one of the best investments I have made, not only in my wine knowledge, but in my social life. Lioco is the definition of thoughtful, terroir driven winemaking. Their wines lean fresh, vibrant, and balanced, with a restraint that feels very intentional. Nothing feels over extracted or manipulated. There is a purity to the fruit and a transparency to the vineyard sites that makes every tasting feel educational without ever feeling pretentious. The price point is also remarkably accessible for the level of quality they are pouring, which makes exploring their lineup feel exciting rather than intimidating. What sets this tasting room apart, though, is the people. Michael has been instrumental in helping me understand the why behind the wine, from farming practices and harvest decisions to fermentation and élevage. There is a genuine openness to sharing knowledge here. Questions are welcomed. Curiosity is encouraged. You never feel talked down to, only invited deeper. Over the past year as a member, I have watched myself grow up in my palate. I have learned what I gravitate toward and why. I have discovered that I love a coastal Chardonnay with tension and minerality, and that a light bodied Pinot with vibrant acidity can be more compelling than something heavy and oaky. That confidence now follows me everywhere. Any restaurant wine list feels approachable. Beyond the wine, Lioco is building something rare, real community. Their pickup parties feel more like gatherings of friends than transactional club events. Their Metiche pop up was a creative and intimate experience that remains one of my favorites. I have walked into events knowing only one person and left with new friends. That says everything. The space itself matches the vibe. In warmer months, there is nothing better than enjoying a glass of Estero on the patio. When it is raining, the bar becomes cozy and warm, often with records spinning in the background. It feels equal parts refined and relaxed, serious about wine but never judgmental. I have brought countless friends here for comprehensive tastings, and more than a few have ended up joining the club themselves. That, to me, is the strongest endorsement. read more

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My wife and I went to Lioco tasting room last Saturday. We live in the area so we don't take advantage of wine tasting as much as we should, but we had an hour to kill and we decided to go to the square in Healdsburg and Lioco was the perfect add to our afternoon. Sam took great care of us. He gave The tasting room a casual atmosphere that made us feel welcome, and we left with some delicious wines that we will share. read more

We made a special trip here to this tasting room on the recommendation of a friend. He also happened that his cousin works here. So... prior to leaving the area we came up to Lioco. They have some really nice wines here and my wife concentrated on the whites while I focused on the reds. This was just a loverly place to sit, relax and taste some wines. Andrew (the cousin) was extremely nice and has a wonderful knowledge of the wines we were tasting. There grapes come from all over coastal California, I was [am] partial to the Russian River Valley and Anderson Valley chardonnays that my wife was focused on. I also enjoyed tasting the Pinot's from the same area. A special thank you to Andrew who really made the experience here special and fun. KUDOs to the team at Lioco Tasting Room. read more

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If you are looking for an amazing place on the square .. look no further. Amazing staff service and amazing wines. You will want to join the wine club ... read more

Pros: great service! It was fun to learn about the sources of the wine selections in the tasting menu. Very nice ambiance. They did fit us in an hour before closing. Cons: very small pours. For $40, we got four small splashes of wine, about 3-4 sips each. The wines tasted nice, but the quantity was lacking. Overall, I would head to a different nearby winery over this one due to the light pour. read more

Small pours. Did appreciate the selection flexibility with the wine tasting. Pinot was pretty good. Syrah not a favorite. Quaint and modern tasting room. Reasonably attentive service. Just didn't love the wine, young and tannic. Breadsticks and butter were the winners. read more

We stopped in for a glass of wine because there were 2 gorgeous dogs outside. Michael is very nice and let us taste 2 different types of wine. We liked the 2012 Chardonnay from Anderson Valley read more

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One of the best spots in the square. Really good wines and an incredible local vibe. Sunset sipping on their patio watching the sun fall through the park trees over everyone enjoying paradise is truly one of the hidden gems of Sonoma County. If its too warm you can step inside the air conditioned bar and choose a new record for everyone to vibe too, their selection is fire. Healdsburg is lucky to have this place holding down the vibe. Start here, hit up Little Saint or Rooftop 106 for dinner and then end up at Maison (worldly high class wines) or the local dive bar depending your mood with your Noble dessert in hand. . read more

Great selection of Chardonnays and Pinots! Popped in for a glass as I was heading home, and ended up tasting my way through half their whites. They source grapes from all over coastal California, and I am a big fan of their Russian River Valley and Anderson Valley chardonnays. Ended up getting a glass of their 2019 Casa Seca Vineyard and enjoyed the flinty tangerine notes while I chilled at the bar, chatting with Mike. Mike was a wealth of knowledge, and not only shared insights to Lioco's wines, but also fun food recommendations. Definitely worth a visit if you're walking the square! read more

Very nice wines. They are known for their Chardonnay and Pinot noirs. There is a $25, $35 and $45 tasting. With the $25 you get 4 tastes and the $45 you get 6 tastes. What a nice place to hang out and sip wine. The interior is deco modern and it's walking distance to some restaurants in the heart of the downtown area. read more

Saturday June 12 is #NationalRoséDay! Have you tried Lioco's Rosé of Carignan? It's summer in a bottle and a current Rosé crush! ROSÉ OF CARIGNAN - WINE PROFILE (from their website) AROMA: cilantro, fresh-picked strawberry, rhubarb FLAVOR: watermelon juice, seashell, white grapefruit FOOD PAIRINGS: guacamole + chips, shrimp in olive oil + lemon, beet-cured lox Love the hint of grapefruit flavor! Their hip tasting room is conveniently located just off the Healdsburg Plaza (entrance on Matheson Street, across from Oakville Grocery). We enjoyed indoor tastings pre-pandemic and then picked up wine for home during the pandemic. They built a beautiful outdoor parklet, in their signature grey/white/yellow color scheme and it's on our list to return to. Last summer they offered another unique and special Rosé: Ojo de Perdiz. I don't see it on the website, but if you go, ask about it. We loved that one too! read more

This was our second stop on our wine tasting Saturday. I saw another review which makes more sense- but we asked to share 2 tastings between 3 people. After this, our waiter barely gave us the time of day. The table next to us got waters, a spit bucket, and full service. We weren't given that at all. At the end of our tasting, we were not asking if we wanted to revisit or even wanted to buy any wine either. Shame that sharing a tasting was so looked down upon. It was so unwelcoming and I won't be back. read more

Lioco Tasting Room - two glasses of wine on a table - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

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A great spot to sip wine on the edge of the Healdsburg town square. Although the wines are generally 'high acid', they weren't overly acidic - overall, great and fairly unique wines. This place also had a great vibe (fun vs. stuffy and pretentious) - very well thought out. A bonus is that the polished concrete floors are very inviting on a hot summer day. read more

I hesitantly recommend this spot- it's got cool decor, a prime location and the wines are tasty. Unfortunately despite the reservation they sat us in the back at the tables closest to the restrooms which ultimately tainted our otherwise good experience. I suggest eliminating these tables because people kept interrupting our experience for their bio breaks- which is expected so why have this table an option? It also smelled heavily of bleach (which I suppose is better than the alternative considering our proximity to the toilets) but ruined the wine tasting nonetheless. Side note- the server gave me a little grief that I don't prefer white wine and wanted to mix up my tasting to only include reds. As a bartender myself here's a friendly tip to improve your tips- if allowable by the owners, give the customer what they want without guilting them for their preferences. The wine was good so I'd return - but only if I score an outdoor seat. read more

Lioco Tasting Room - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Healdsburg, California

First stop in Healdsburg , we got out the uber and went straight in. The moment we walked we were greeted with smiles and taken to a table. One of the owners took great care of us as we sip and was educated on the vineyards . We loved the atmosphere the music was old school and sooo on point for group like us who just wanted to sip, laugh and chill. I would suggest adding little breadsticks to the table and bar !!! read more

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My husband and I did a tasting room buy-out at Lioco for our welcome drinks the day before our wedding and we cannot say enough amazing things! The tasting we did to pick wines was so easy and fun & the event went off so beautifully. The team that was working our event was incredible - all of our guests kept commenting on how great the service was and of course their space is so beautiful with top notch wines (of course we're members now!). We had the best event here, highly recommend! read more

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I came here after it being recommended to us by 2 different wineries. We walked in and were seated immediately. The waiter took our order, brought us our glasses of wine and that was it. Never explained the wines to us and never came back to check on us. We had to wave someone down to finally get the bulk after being there for about an hour. The waiter was extremely personable and helpful to the people next to us but couldn't even give us baseline customer service. I sat there with an empty water glass for about 30 minutes and finally had to just get up and get it myself after the waiters passed us 5 times. The waiter even saw me do this and didn't take that as a hint to come check on us. I would never go here again and would never recommend this place to anyone. read more

Very nice tasting room for those who are looking to taste wine created in the leaner European style, which is what I look for. Might not be for everyone especially if you are fans of the butter bomb chardonnays. read more

We had a great Sunday afternoon Tasting at Lioco. Very personable staff, that was engaging and knowledgable. The wines in one single word, Outstanding. As an industry veteran, I rarely go out to tasting rooms, as I live in Napa and work for a winery group. But I had the pleasure of trying Lioco at Gramercy Tavern on a recent trip to NYC, and took a mental note that once I returned I would delve deeper into the portfolio as I am a huge fan of the light-handed approach to winemaking. The lineup did not disappoint, and we came away with 6 bottles to add to our collection. Keep up the great work guys! read more

I love, love, love this winery tasting room. Their wines are INCREDIBLE. Every single one of them are delicious. The venue is also beautiful and the staff members are all very friendly and provide great service. I have been here a few times and it never disappoints. They have a variety of tasting menu options and you can also pick your own to try. They also offer the option of just ordering a glass or bottle of wine if you are not the "wine tasting" type. I like that because it gives you options. I have to mention the wines again because they are exceptional. All of their white wines are very unique. None of the chardonnays are "buttery" like the classic chardonnay, which is a huge plus for me. They are round and soft and complex and delicious. You could blindly order any one of them and be completely content. Their pinot noirs are also quite special. Very delicious. The only small complaint is that their wines are quite expensive. I get why, it is because their wines are exceptional. Their prices are reflective of their quality. But, if you aren't looking to spend $30 plus on whites and $50 plus on reds, this may not be your spot. Note: they have a great special on Fridays for locals. Come in the afternoon/evening for a glass of wine or a bottle with a few friends and your price is half off. You can't leave with your bottle purchase so it has to be enjoyed with friends on site, but this is a great deal! Half off is amazing. read more

We stopped here while waiting for a table at a restaurant nearby. The wine was good, the service was great. Cool little patio area, we will definitely return. read more

had a little extra time to spend in healdsburg after lunch before we headed to our wine tasting reservation in st helena so we were looking for a wine bar that offer wine by the glass rather than a full tasting & was so pleasantly surprised by this place! it was very cute, chic & a great place to cool off inside from the 100° heat! they have a great selection of chardonnays and pinot noirs but i got the rose of carignan and it was exactly what i was looking for! we were with a group of 7 total and the only ones inside & the bar tender andrew was so nice and friendly & chatted with us about the cute little town and his previous life as a new yorker (very relatable for our east coast group visiting) and just make the whole experience much more pleasant for us! read more

We did 5 tastings this weekend but the highlight was Lioco. Ali was a wonderful host and the wines were excellent. Recommend the omakase tasting. read more

Hooray! A real live place for all-you-can-drink (basically) Lioco wines?! Too good to be true! We've been drinking Lioco for years. My husband has a distinctly European palate when it comes to wine, so he was thrilled when he came across Lioco as one of the first local winemakers that he knew of making European-style wines at a reasonable price point. Whenever we saw Lioco on a menu, we ordered it! (THEIR gruner originally turned us on to gruner. RIP Lioco Gruner. RIP :( ) We were so excited when we heard about the tasting room opening in Healdsburg. We make the trek from San Francisco to Healdsburg often, but had recently been a bit underwhelmed with our old faves. Enter: Lioco! We love the vibe, the music, and of course the wine. Highly recommend for anyone looking for easy-drinking wines and a low-key but FUN atmosphere. read more

Had a very nice tasting last week at Lioco. Not only is the wine delicious but the server and the ambience added to this special experience. I highly recommend stopping by if in Healdsburg, you won't be disappointed read more

Experience was "meh".. asked about a tasting and response was we are pouring by the glass... huh? Isn't this a tasting room? Anyway, wines were mediocre, ambiance lacking, service sketchy.. overall recommendation-- go to Stephen & Walker, fabulous experience! read more

My wife and I stopped by the Lioco tasting room this morning on our way out of town. We were a bit tired from a marathon dinner the night before and almost skipped it, but are glad we spent time in their new space and with Matt, one of the owners. It is beautifully designed, which extends from the bottles and wine quite well. Matt is a truly invested individual, passionate about the craft as much as he was about having a human, warm, friendly and informative conversation to strangers. We learned about the origins of their wines, which are inspired by European wines and entirely designed around food. The grapes are chosen from vineyards all over California so the range of flavors is wonderfully diverse. What that results in, then, are interesting, complex, unique wines that have an actual story and intent behind them. Our stop at Lioco was a perfect way to end our short trip to Healdsburg. We walked out with a box of bottles we're excited to drink, and are looking forward to another trip to the tasting room. read more

Super great people. Check them out!! Wines are good. Sauvignon blanc was excellent.

Wandered in since we wanted some respite from the hot weather and glad we made it here! Molly was the BEST and gave us such a wonderful tasting experience. Since they source from different vineyards they had lots of variety in their selection and we enjoyed everything we tasted. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend coming here! read more

Amazing rosé (don't miss the Ojo de Perdiz), attentive and fun staff and delicious wines! We have been members for a year and cannot be happier with the overall experience! read more

Great, contemporary tasting room with wonderful staff. Everyone was so warm and welcoming and full of fantastic information. Brandon kept us laughing throughout our tasting and the charcuterie platter was awesome (if you don't get it, just order a side of the crackers - they will change your life.). Must-stop spit while shopping and touristing in Healdsburg! read more

Nice atmosphere with cool vibe but better wine and service elsewhere. Do not recommend

The wine was whew at, but for two stars because of the service, I think the tall guy with the beard share his job

I've been a big fan of their wines for a long time. Very excited to have them in town. Perfect place to bring guests or stop by for a glass of wine before dinner. Supremely elegant wines. For those who don't like the big oaky, buttery style of Chardonnay (like me), these definitely fit the bill. And their Pinot Noir is sooooo aromatic and crazy delicious. If they happen to have a bottle of Sativa open, be sure to ask for a taste. Welcome to Healdsburg, LIOCO! read more

Last week my husband and I were in Healdsburg, and came across the LIOCO wine tasting room in the middle of downtown, off town square. We were so excited because we have ordered their wines in many restaurants in Los Angeles. The tasting room is new and decorated so beautifully. The staff was professional and extremely helpful as they explained the LIOCO wines. We even got to meet the owners, Sara and Matt Licklider, who were so welcoming and charming. They took so much time with us and explained the history of their company and how they source the grapes. Our favorite white was the La Marisma chardonnay. There was no pressure to buy, but we ended up taking home an assorted case of their wines. If you get to Healdsburg, make sure you visit the LIOCO tasting room. Such fun!! read more

Fabulous wine. Fabulous owners. Fabulous tasting room. A welcomed new addition to the town square and, not to mention, one of the BEST local wines around. read more

I have a 20 year history of food and wine and it is my passion. I've lived on the Napa side and now Sonoma County for the past 10 years and will say This is my absolute favorite winery In Sonoma County. Their pinots are amazing and they are the closest thing to Burgundy in California. Alcohol levels are low, balance fruit and the rustic hints of flavors like mushrooms and soil, not jammy, over extracted, cotton candy fruit bombs California Pinots have become known for. Amazing wines overall. Give them a try, you will not be disappointed. read more

WOW... I don't recall the last time my wife and I were so disrespected at an establishment that is trying to earn my business. Having been in the Russian River wine country, having a fantastic day tasting great wines at Thomas George and Copain, I unfortunately allowed the people at Lioco to ruin my day. Having been a wine club member at Copain for several years and after visiting them last Saturday and spending thousands of dollars on wine between the two vineyard's, the Copain people suggested we visit Lioco, just off the square in Healdsburg. Given I was driving and had been tasting wines the previous 4 hours, my wife and I chose to only purchase one of their tastings, mainly for my wife, however I decided I would have a tiny taste as well. Apparently when telling the server that we would share a tasting (without my explanation why) that made server (a very tall man) irate, and he clearly discounted us as being serious potential customers. As we were sitting and essentially being ignored by the server, a number of locals showed up at the table next to us. They were treated like royalty. The owner of Lioco (Matt) came out to them and brought them their wine immediately as well shared some food which he made clear that he would not charge them. It is interesting that no one at Lioco seemed to care about their potential new business prospects, only to bend over backwards to cater to their existing customers. I would highly discourage anyone from adding this establishment to their list of places to to try. The overall experience was extremely disappointing. read more

Beautiful! This place is awesome and the wine is really good! Love the music and the ambience! Cozy and warm!

Not sure why it took two months to respond to the Yelp review Matt. Scroll down and you'll see a bunch of similar reviews. Gotta change the culture my man, unless it just doesn't matter to you. Feels like it doesn't. read more