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4.4 (102 reviews)
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Gregg R.

Headline: Cozy Family Winery in EG Location: Located just off the highway is a nice little cottage and barn. From the outside McConnell looks like a cozy little home buts quite a bit more than that. It's easy to pass by this place. It seems so small with only a few parking spots out front and going through the front door I feel like I am heading over to family's house for the holiday. But this place boasts a large parking lot and barn used for larger events. On this specific visits we tried this place for the sparkling wine flights. They had reserved seating and it's not a big location when you enter the cottage but it feels so cozy with seating set up throughout the house. On the bigger events they set them up in the barn and when you walk around you see that this place has quite a bit of space with a back patio but also another seating area next to the barn. Perfect for an event or wedding looking over the vineyards. Even though the highway is just on the other side of the roadway, sound wasn't an issue. Service: The staff at this location were great and friendly. They were still setting up some stuff and the printer was being a bit finicky this day so getting a menu of what they were serving for this event too a bit, but that didn't stop the wine and light snacks from coming out. This place does have more of a mom and pop shop vibe and it really works for this location. Drinks: I am not much of a sparkling wine drinker but the options were great and no complaints on that end. The wine and cheese pairings work and they also had quite a bit of snacks that you can buy if you wanted to get more. On prior occasions they do let you bring in food. Not sure if they have any restrictions for these tastings but I would double check before you bring your own charcuterie board. Overall, a great trip and really enjoy this as another local EG winery!

Jenn S.

This winery is absolutely fabulous from the initial reservation process that I did with Allie to the service we got from Noah. It was an incredible day. I hosted a small girl day at the winery and couldn't have picked a better spot to do it the wine is delicious. They allowed us to bring in our own snacks. The estate is absolutely beautiful and completely Instagram worthy. We had a great time he could not have been taken care of better by Noah. The wine was delicious and the cheese and wine pairing they did was top-notch. Can't wait to go back again. Had a great great great time.

October 31, 2024 - Lucky, lucky, drew a 40% discount!
Michele O.

October 31, 2024 We participated in Elk Grove's Hallo-Wine Trail. After registering, we were instructed to pick up our speciality event 4-bottle bag at McConnell Estates Winery, and then visit local wineries between October 31 and November 3 for special discounts and promotions. McConnell Estates pulled out all the stops for this event, for sure. The venue was well decorated for Halloween. Loved their spirit and enthusiasm! They had a candy discount roulette game, where you chose a piece of candy out of a bowl. Your discount amount (between 5% and 50%) was written on the back of the candy. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! I lucked out and pulled a 40% discount. With that discount, we couldn't resist buying wine, so we decided to taste first. They had two tastings available. The Classic ($10) and the Reserve ($15), waived with the purchase of one bottle. We enjoyed all the wines, and chose the bottles we wanted to buy. The Tempranillo was a favorite. Then, as part of the festivities, we were given a free glass of their Sangria. I am not normally a Sangria fan, but their Sangrias were delicious. They had four flavors available: POISONED APPLE Chardonnay, apple, caramel & cinnamon PUMPKIN SPICE Tempranillo, pumpkin spice & cinnamon BLOODY SANGRIA Merlot, blood orange & tart cherry APPLE CIDER SANGRIA Chardonnay, ginger & spiced cider I chose the Pumpkin Spice Sangria, and my husband chose the Blood Sangria. We enjoyed both sangrias, but the Blood Sangria was so good we decided to buy a bottle to take home. McConnell Estates has a great venue, some pretty fine wine, and friendly staff. We'll be back.

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Lexi D.

I LOVE this winery and have been a member for about 3 years. They have so many great family-friendly events, with a good amount of adult-only events as well. We especially love the Haunted Hayrides events. During some Christmas you get to meet Santa and during Easter you meet the Easter bunny and get sent professional photos. Dog friendly for almost every event. The wine tastes amazing and is reasonably priced. The tastings offer fair pours and good variety. They have a BEAUTIFUL lawn area that has plenty of space to picnic on a blanket or at their tables and benches. It's very beginner friendly here and not snobby at all. The customer service is great, and we especially love Art. He has remembered my name since my first visit and always strikes up great conversation.

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Linda L.

Love this place. Although we are not members, we visit a few time of year. Most recently, we tried the fireside tasting on a Sunday afternoon in January. We learned even more about this history of McConnell and found some new favorite wines. Sitting by the fire was a great way to experience the place. Staff are always helpful and accommodating.

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Janet M.

What a beautiful winery and nice location. The wines were outstanding and the service was outstanding. We recently went to listen to a band on a Friday night and the weather was spectacular. They had a food truck and again the service and attention to detail was outstanding. The wines were so delicious and I had the rosé all I can say is WOW it was so wonderful and refreshing. The grounds are so lush.. I would highly recommend this 5 star winery on a Friday night and listen to live music or anytime. I can't wait to go back.

Maya R.

Love love love this place! They always have great events, which make fun for a super fun wine tasting experience. Everyone is super helpful and there's never a long wait. Everything is poured super fast, the staff is attentive. It's a great place for wine tasting with friends. They have a beautiful antique indoor sitting area and soooo much shade for outdoor sitting. A great place to have a little picnic and drink wine.

Andrea W.

Great wine tasting option off the 99 ... the ambiance is relaxing ... property charming ... service great and wines fairly priced ... give them a try .... they also have wonderful events

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Crystal H.

Glad we made reservations for Saturday at 3:30pm. It was packed and there was live music. We didn't see any children so assume it's an adults only winery. They had $10 classic tasting, $15 reserve tasting, and $30 cheese and wine tasting. We tried everything. The only wine that was good was the zin. It was semi sweet and had bold fruit flavor: all the other wines were either tannic or lacking flavor. My friend said the cheeses were better than the wines lol. I got to try some cheeses. They only have the cheese and wine flight that weekend we went. It was worth the $30. Service was fast and slow. It was a busy day though. We got to try an extra cab but it wasn't good. Will have to continue finding a good winery in Elk Grove.

McConnell Estate Winery, Elk Grove, California, July 7, 2023

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Ask the Community - McConnell Estates Winery

How much is wine tasting?

Our everyday tastings are $15 for the Classic flight and $20 for the Reserve flight. Each flight includes five pours, and the tasting fee is waived with the purchase of a bottle. Our tasting menu rotates every two weeks, so there’s always something… Read more

Hello, do you have live bands play at your venue?

Yes, we host Listening on the Lawn on weekends from April through October as well as our Summer Concert Series.

Is it Dog friendly?

Yes, we are dog friendly for all things EXCEPT our Summer Concert Series.

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Review Highlights - McConnell Estates Winery

Enjoyed a bottle of rosé and some cheeses, meats, and crackers on a picnic bench under one of their many trees.

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Christopher Cellars - Outside seating

Christopher Cellars

4.7(64 reviews)
2.9 mi
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We recently hosted a celebration at Christopher Cellars, and it turned out to be a fantastic…read morechoice. The location was perfect for our needs -- easy for guests, comfortable, and well‑set up for an afternoon gathering. The staff was organized, friendly, and attentive throughout the event, which made the day stress‑free for us. Our guests enjoyed the atmosphere and the wine, and we appreciated how smoothly everything went. It was a memorable day, and we're thankful to the Christopher Cellars team.

We attended a wonderful Yelp Elite event, it was AMAZING…read more But thats another story on its own... On to my thoughts of the Cellar.. just know my experience may not be the same as yours, this was a wine tasting / food pairing event... That being said, the Wines here are excellent . This Wine Cellar property is impressive, I was not able to do a walk around all the way but where its at , is in the back! Atleast this event.. The back area, has seating, tables and beautiful view, looking into the Vineyards, and if you come during sunset, it can be a very romantic date, or just friends, Im not judging.. lol... We had an amazing sunset, the pictures didnt do it justice. For most of our little adventure stayed in the back, had a few food booths all very good food, I loved the barn and the atmosphere around, it felt rustic with a splash of greenery since its every where, just beautiful, everything was just prefect.. And I forgot the staff, super friendly, very knowledgeable with there history of the Cellar, and the wines themselves. The Wine tastings were special, each one.. they paired with with a thin Artisan Pizza, or a popcorn, flavored of course, the pizza samples were amazing, and then bought a small pizza, very yummy. .. The wine bottles them selves are Elegant in any light, I loved the wines we got to taste, and well , Ok, so we might have skipped taste 4 and 6 and jumped in line at the WineBar, for a glass of one of the whites we enjoyed earlier in the evening.. I recommend Christopher Cellars to anyone in the area, or out of the area, looking for a nice weekend getaway, Elk grove is starting to look really good... And I love all the family owned businesses ...

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Christopher Cellars - Yelp event with an amazing sunsetting

Yelp event with an amazing sunsetting

Christopher Cellars - Sunset with our plastic glasses from a yelp event at the this winery. Was alot of fun, and friend staf. Amazing sunset

Sunset with our plastic glasses from a yelp event at the this winery. Was alot of fun, and friend staf. Amazing sunset

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Valensin Vineyard & Winery - Delicious taco from the food truck.

Valensin Vineyard & Winery

4.0(143 reviews)
4.7 mi
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Always love the fun time at this holiday tradition - the Valensin Winery holiday pop up gift faire…read moreand wine tasting! And thanks to Yelp Sacramento team for bring extra special fun - treating the Yelp Elites to complimentary entry, wine, and small gifts from each vendor! From lotions, candles, lumpia, tacos, stickers, ornaments, (and more!), we had a blast! Valensin Winery is conveniently located off Hwy 99 (just south of Elk Grove in the rural area of Galt) and features soarkling and red wines on a property that has patio seating and shoreline adirondack chairs overlooking their serene pond. Tha nos to Valensin and all the participating vendors, including: Bloom By Steph: holiday sticker Hungry Crafting Sisters: custom photo magnet Maiz Restaurant: birria taco Mx2N: keychain Naomi May Designs: crocheted tree ornament Nudie Bar Soap: tallow deodorant Paradise Fire and Ice: lumpia sample Rachel's Casa de Colored: greeting card with artwork Rising Soul Jewelry: jewelry cleaning/care package Sugar Sweetery: gingerbread cookie Super Mom Salsa: cowgirl candy Wick & Whispers - candle

I came here for their dueling piano event and was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful the…read moreproperty is. The vineyard is very well maintained, with manicured grounds and a scenic lake. They even offer boating and paddleboarding, which adds a fun, active touch to the experience. Parking: Free with a decent number of spots for around 100 guests, but it could feel congested for larger events. There's only one way to in and out, so plan accordingly. Also, the road leading to the vineyard is quite dark at night: some areas have little to no lighting, so make sure your headlights are working well, especially since it's a bit of a drive from the main street. Drinks: Some of their popular options include: * Peach Mango Sparkling (11%, Lodi) * Zinfandel 2024 (15.6%, Lodi) * Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2019 (14%, Lodi) * Pomegranate Sparkling (11%, Lodi) They offer picnic snack trays, and for events, they bring in food trucks, which is a nice touch. Service: Friendly and efficient. One downside was staffing and restroom access. It seemed like they were a bit understaffed, and only 2 restrooms were open while others were locked. For an event with around 100 people, this led to long lines, especially in the cold. The event itself was held in a white outdoor tent by the lake, which created a great atmosphere. However, the path to the tent is all gravel with no defined walkway, something to keep in mind if you're wearing heels or thin sandals. Overall, it's a lovely venue with a unique setting, great for small weddings or intimate gatherings.

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Valensin Vineyard & Winery - Yummy pour of the peach mango sparkling

Yummy pour of the peach mango sparkling

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Old Sugar Mill - Front of Old Sugar Mill

Old Sugar Mill

4.0(439 reviews)
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Shoutout to the West Sacramento/ Clarksburg area…read more... The Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg is a historic beet sugar refinery from 1934-1993 that has wine shops and tasting rooms for local wineries. They have over a dozen wineries. Wine tastings average $15 and most wineries waive the fee if you buy a bottle. They have wine shops in the main building and in the other building. Don't forget to walk back and to the right to the shops in the separate back building, there is 3-4 more wineries. Each winery are literal walled shops with their own seating areas. Temperature controlled which is nice on hot summer days. Each have their own wine tasting, food offerings, and special events. Old Sugar Mill is less than 15 minute drive from downtown Sacramento. The buildings are beautiful. They kept the historic brick walls and exterior. It has a modern shabby chic look. Three different brands owned the refinery. It all began in 1934 with Amalgamated, American Crystal Sugar Factory (1936-1982), and Delta Sugar (1983-1993). The sugar was refined by local Northern Californian grown beets. The buildings was renovated in 2000 for its current use. Awesome concept and beautiful architecture design. They also host weddings and events. They have a banquet room with slideshow equipment. There is also an outdoor lawn and adjoining paved patio area that is shaded in the afternoon by the buildings that would make for a gorgeous wedding venue. On hot summer days, the Delta breeze kicks in for instant cool down. No outside food are picnics are allowed. On the weekends, they have food trucks. Plus the majority of the wineries sell food (appetizers) as well. Also no pets are allowed (excluding service animals). The restrooms are located right by the front entrance.

Wow!!! What a place. Sunday, February 1st, 2026 was our first visit. We've heard of the Old Sugar…read moreMill for years, but never visited. They have many events here, including private events and wedding. The upcoming event is Port and Chocolate for Valentine's Day. That sounds so delicious. I loved chocolate and my husband is always up to trying another port. Parking- They have a private lot and we were able to easily find a parking spot right in-front of the entrance. Bathrooms- They have many stalls in the bathroom located to the left of the entrance. Temperature- It's cool inside, a little too cool for us today. It was 63 degrees out today and warm in the sun. I bet in the sweltering heat of our summers this is the perfect place to be. The Sugar Mill is an indoor venue. They have three different building with different wineries at this time. So, there is a little walking outside. Wine Barrels- You can buy half wine barrels for your garden for sale. Seating- They have lots of little seating areas. Inside they have a whole room with seating and nice decor. The tables are draped in white table cloths and there are stacks of wine barrels as the back drop. They have a palm court in the back and it's so quaint and beautiful. Perfect for sipping some wine slowly and chit chatting with friends. If you are looking to sit in the sun there is are a set of tables and chairs out back near the food truck. Ambiance- I love the location and building. It's an old Sugar Mill that produced sugar from sugar beets. That industry has now ended and it's now a place to visit many wineries. It's the only place that I know of that have numerous wineries and offer wine tasing for a minimum fee.

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Old Sugar Mill - Winding down in wine country

Winding down in wine country

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Music and bubbles!

Old Sugar Mill - Back patio and grass area. Dance floor closer to building.

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Back patio and grass area. Dance floor closer to building.

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