I had the most amazing birthday party at the LaRocca tasting room. I'm so glad I decided to have my…read moreparty there. Not only is their wine and champagne fantastic (organic-sulphate free!), it's also ideal for the kind of quaint and intimate gathering I was desiring. Everywhere I turned, there was a sweet face to converse and catch-up with. We brought in a great musician to play his saxophone while we all danced around. And my charcuterie spread was of the chain, fantastic. It covered a whole dining table. My favorite was enjoying my apricot and cream filled cake from nearby Upper Crust Bakery. Their server was on point. She kept everyone's champagne glasses full, which was crucial on this hot summer's evening. I wish I could party like this every weekend. It felt like a real Napa-Chico experience. I'd recommend to anyone to have their special event here. Thank you LaRocca, I'll be back! -Prairie

We arrived just after opening in the afternoon by happenstance. Greeted by the employee and…read moreimmediately told wine produced here is similar to a Thousand years ago. Highly acidic flat wine that had a few varieties in bottle. We choked our way thru the first tasting and apologized to the staff member " it just wasn't our flavor". I paid the full fare and he denied it. I apologized again and left it in his tip jar for two tasting and a glass. This winery has been around since the 80's. The tasting room was a bit cluttered and a nice tasting bar but staff not the wine held our attention. Maybe there's reason why wine has improved since the Dawn of time.

Just getting out of the house and sampling some of what Butte County has to offer. Almendra Winery…read moreand Distillery had a pop up fare going on with local crafts and offerings to check out in the back. At the bar I sampled some of the Monkey Face brand gin, rum, Brandy, and whiskey. Also, I had the monkey bites which is flat bread pizza like snacks. All told it was a very nice time. I tried a fancy spring mixed cocktail too. Very refreshing

Update: Almendra has now become a steakhouse. We decided…read moreto give it another chance and we're glad we did! VERY pleasantly surprised. The food is much better than before. We arrived too early for the steak dinners, but we were able to enjoy really DELICIOUS burgers. The service was good as well. Prices are very high though and that's unfortunate. We'd love to have Almendra be one of our regular lunch/dinner spots, but it's way too expensive for that.

This is a great little spot for a weekend afternoon. They have an adorable dog named "Vader" that…read moregreets you in your car. The staff are friendly and helpful. You cannot beat a wine tasting for 7 wines for $5 and you get to keep the wine glass! The winery is small, but charming as could be. Most of the time, you will be outdoors, so be prepared for that. They have plenty of picnic tables and chairs though. The wine was not outstanding (hence the 4 stars), but their wine is all organic. The Petite Syrah was my favorite. Definitely worth the visit!

Bertagna Son Kissed Vineyard.........the very best of northern California boutique wineries. The…read morewine is as delightful and approachable as the Bertagna family. I particulary enjoy the pinot grigio and am always happy to share the wine with others. Kelly Mora

Stopped by on our way to Chico (exit 376 off of US 99) and found a great family-owned tasting room…read morehidden in plain sight! Arrived just as a bridal shower party left, (they have a small venue room to the side) so we we not crowded or hurried. We really enjoyed the tasting, led by our super-friendly server Becca, and left with an assortment of their wines, all good values.

This was a last minute idea. Wine tasting in Butte county. We are not a big fan of sweet , light…read morewines but they were tasty. The friendliest service and dog friendly too. We did by a few bottles of wine and look forward to enjoying them.

Visited August 28 2026. See my receipt as always…read more They had a BBQ with live music today! It was PACKED! The bbq started alittle before 530 pm with live music starting at 630 pm. I had the brisket with potato salad and coleslaw. The brisket was juicy and tender with a good sear! The sides were delicious as well! I tried their new wine called Voodoo I think. It was so good...alittle velvety with a nice finish. You cannot buy a bottle yet unless you open it there and drink it so I bought a glass of wine Instead. I also bought a bottle of Drama to go! The owners have done such a good job on its growth! I hope I have been a part of their success from the first time I found this place a few years ago! Good job! Great food! Great wine!

We stumble across a gem! Shawn & Susan are awesome hosts. We enjoyed talking with them. They are…read morevery personable and accommodating. The view is incredible! We will go back to see a sunset someday. Inside or outside are both comfortable depending on weather. All drinks are amazing and unique. We enjoyed many different flavors - cider, mead, wine, and cocktail. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Can't wait to bring others and return soon!

This is one of the most interesting historic wineries in California, and my favorite. Plus the…read morewines are excellent. They have many varietals and the quality is top notch for all, plus priced exceptionally well. A tasting is a remarkably inexpensive $10, comped if you buy a bottle. It's well worth the price. The property is owned and operated by a group of Trappist Cistercian monks. There's a lot of information to read about them and the history on placards on the property. The property is fascinating in itself and they also have a centuries old portion of a abbey from Spain reconstructed on the property. It was purchased by William Randolph Hearst and the stone blocks stored in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco for decades. They were donated to the monks here with the understanding it be recreated on the site. It has been, and magnificent. The wine tasting is very informative and the knowledgeable staff will walk through each selection. This may be a bit far afield but well worth the trip.

I've always loved the history and culture surrounding the relationship between wine and monasteries…read morearound the world. This one I've been wanting for visit for many years due to its ties to Sierra Nevada Brewing nearby and also the story of the abbey stores from Europe. Mix that with the original owners of the areas, murder, and ghost stories in Hawaii, it makes for a fascinating visit! I'll spare the long history to be enjoyed on your visit. This entire region is fruit orchards and beautiful fields. New Clairvaux sits as part of a vineyard that was much larger long ago. The current vineyard is easy to get to with clearly marked signs and plenty of parking. Inside the barn you'll find the wine shop and gift shops, which you can also do tours and tastings. It's also an event space. The monastery is nearby down a shaded path, but visiting is restricted. The church is also nearby, which incorporates stones from an ancient abbey in Europe that themselves took an amazing and long journey to and up here. The gardens and vines are worth walking through, it's a beautiful area. We all decided to do the basic tasting tour where they share the history and stories while you taste. If you're a wine or history buff, this one is worth visiting.

Talk about a PERFECT wedding venue! This place is so picturesque and was the perfect setting for…read moreour wedding last weekend. The Gales are great and really helped navigate our big day. Hillary and Shannon were pros behind the bar. We couldn't have asked for a more magical day. The rental fee is reasonable and include tables and chairs and the gorgeous grounds do not need too much décor. I can't express how wonderful our big day was and their wine is tasty too! The ability to park overnight was a bonus as some of our guests drank their fair share of beer and wine. 5 stars for sure! Cheers, The Hansens

Such a fabulous spot for some wine! I love the outdoor vibe with all the trees around the tasting…read moreroom. There is also 5 rental spaces on this property, plus a wedding venue. The people who work here are so nice and the owners are so welcoming. The wine is delicious, I love the rosé and sangiovese.

My family and I have been coming to Grey Fox for years, back when they had a tiny tasting room…read morewhich they have expanded to be a large lovely room with a long table for many people to taste at and other smaller tables with little games for those that may be designated drivers. It also has large windows to enjoy the amazing view over their vineyards and beyond to the mountains. They do a $5 tasting but waive the fee if you buy a bottle which are reasonably priced. The wine is also very tasty, I recommend the Dolcetto wine. The owners and employees are also very nice and helpful. Combine the trip with a tasty lunch near by and you got a fun day ahead of you!

Great wine awesome atmosphere and the owner makes a great blend. No food but great views.read more

Visited November 9th..see my receipt…read more First of all the warm and gracious owners allowed me in even though they were setting up for an event! It has a romantic vibe for wedding or special event! This winery is located off Ward Road in Oroville. It's close to town yet you feel you are in the Country! I think they have about 26 acres with a pond and make some delicious wines...including cabs...pinots..and sangiovose. They have a tasting room that is welcoming along with a larger area for events. They also sell some swag. I bought the Cabernet Sauvignon and the owner was so kind he gave me some delicious mandarins they grow on the property ! So juicy! I love the bridge and the cozy feel to the place. Family run! Although they don't have food or a wine club at this moment it is a great place to have a picnic with some exceptional places to enjoy the scenery! It was a Great experience with good wines and family atmosphere ( love the cute dogs!). Husband and wife owners and their family are kind and welcoming! Don't miss out on this place ( check their hours first). Bring a picnic basket and buy some of their wines and relax!

I enjoyed the wine so much I joined the club. The estate is beautiful with a cute tasting room and…read morelovely pond and waking path. It is also dog-friendly. I have to say the 1-star review here is uncalled for. My tasting fee was waived with a purchase of one bottle of wine. Though I would have been happy to pay it. It is only $5, and this a small, local business. The tasting included at least 7 wines. Toby, one of the owners, poured for us. He was very welcoming and knowledgable about the area. I loved the small, local feel. They also sold local almonds, eggs and beef.