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    Pangloss Cellars

    4.5 (194 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 3 months ago

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    Lisa B.

    It was my birthday, and my husband, who usually drinks beer, graciously came to a wine tasting with me. We were greeted warmly and guided through our four-glass tasting by a friendly, knowledgeable server. They even started us off with a complimentary sparkling wine, which was such a nice touch. The tasting room is modern and welcoming, and everyone we met was friendly. Out of the four wines we tried, our favorites were the Chardonnay and the Party Drink Pinot Noir. It was a perfect birthday treat and a five-star experience!

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    Lindsey R.

    My husband and I visited Pangloss Cellars about a year ago for a tasting and were immediately won over by our amazing host, Alissa. Her warm, compassionate approach made the entire experience feel personal and genuine, so much so that we signed up for a membership on the spot. It's honestly one of the best wine club decisions we've ever made. Pangloss is family-owned, and that spirit is felt every time we visit. The staff not only remember us, they ask about our family, our travels, and even remember special dates. It truly feels like a second home. The location is another huge bonus: right on the Sonoma Square, where you can legally sip your wine outdoors. Surrounded by top-notch restaurants, friendly locals, and gorgeous weather, Pangloss offers a one-of-a-kind tasting room experience that we can't recommend highly enough. Every visit is memorable, and every pour is a reminder of why we joined. Cheers to many more years!

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    Daniela O.

    We were visiting Sonoma on Saturday, we had some early mornings than ended up early and someone local recommended this spot, when we walked in they were very welcoming, we got offered a table but we rather sit in the bar, and I'm so glad we did! We had a blast! We really needed this time to relax and enjoy ourselves, I think we stayed (overstayed) for about 4 hours, Carmelita was amazing, she really walked us through Sonoma and Moon mountain. The whole staff were also friendly and they look like they enjoy what they do, they were awesome! It was a first for us, we usually go to Napa for wine tasting but this experience was completely different and the wine was delicious!!! I specially love their Pinot Noir and My husband loved their Merlot 19' . We even became members and now we have a reason to come back and visit Sonoma. Looking forward to the next visit, thank you for making our day, what was meant to be a boring meeting ended up being the highlight of our weekend! Cheers

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    Lisa B.

    Courtney took great care of us today. So friendly and informative, we had a great discussion of how the growing conditions of the vines influence the taste of the wines. Wonderful Wines - we will be back.

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    Dan S.

    Wife and I visited on a last minute decision to take a weekend motorcycle trip to Sonoma. We were expecting a vineyard environment rather than a tasing room (Sonoma was new for us, traveling from South Bay) but we were taken by the small town vibe and decided to give it a shot. The hostess greeted us (I forgot her name sadly!) and helped us get settled at a table, being professional and yet casual at the same time (this is difficult to balance, but she did it well). Not to be outdone, our host Aiden also displayed a strong tact and wit as he described each if the wines we sampled in turn, presentation being well rehearsed and polished. My wife and I sampled both sets of wines on offer (Classic and Optimist), being allowed to sample each other's flight as well as our own, which gave us a broad range of flavors. The cheese and charcuterie board we ordered up also complimented the wines and was a good way to help give our stomachs something to keep busy on. All in all, we loved our experience, and would very much recommend Pangloss if you're in the area!

    Our server looked like Wonder Woman and had all the moves. She really went out of her way to help us have fun and enjoy this amazing place.
    Zeno Rausa

    Service, ambiance and quality of the wine was top notch. We had a wonderful host who made us laugh and feel great. She looked like Wonder Woman!!! I would go back to this venue just to see her again.

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    David E.

    Great experience, friendly staff, wine was delicious and we left with a bottle after a 2 hour tasting. We didn't finish in the 90 minutes but were allowed to move to a high top to finish. Our server providing us with a few additional tastings off menu based on our conversation. Highly recommend.

    A wonderful Charcuttiere board.
    Donald R.

    This tasting room is outstanding! My wife and I did not make reservations because we intended to order a glass of wine and the charcuterie board for lunch. The atmosphere is amazing. It's in downtown Sonoma, but when you walk inside you are transported to a different place. It's like being in a modern Italian villa. It's quiet and relaxing. We sat at the spacious bar. Jose took wonderful care of us. He was attentive, caring, and generous. Through conversation, he gave us a guided tasting as he let us try several different wines in addition to the Cabernet we ordered. He was so smooth that we purchased a membership before we left! We loved their Cabernet and Pinot Noir. BTW, the charcuterie plate was excellent too. This is a must-stop, especially if you want wine by the glass.

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    Natalie C.

    While they say they take walk-ins, I highly recommend making a reservation. The staff seemed disheveled to the point we were sitting there for ten minutes before we were acknowledged. Once we were, the tasting was quite nice. There was a wide array to taste, and all around the room it seemed everyone was getting the charcuterie or caviar boards to accompany their wine. Beautiful Sonoma Square tasting room, but plenty of others in the area with better quality.

    Sparkling Brut Rose
    Raskolnikov I.

    Everything about Pangloss Cellars is what you would expect from the hospitality of Sonoma. From the warm smile of Maddie at the door, to the hospitality and knowledge of Jose and Alisa, Pangloss delivers a warm welcome and positive experience to novice and wine conosiuers alike. Be sure and add a Cheese and Charcuterie board!

    Charcuterie board with mini hand pies
    Laura E.

    I visited pangloss with my friend one Saturday. We arrived shortly before they opened but once we stepped inside it was so welcoming! There is beautiful exposed stone on one wall and it had super cute fall decorations everywhere. We did a tasting and ordered a charcuterie board. The charcuterie was very tasty. The wines were very nice as well! The brut rose was one of my favorites as it was very refreshing. I also really enjoyed their cab franc. At the end of our tasting they brought out the cutest little churro! It was not my favorite but it was a very sweet touch. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Sonoma!

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    Jasleen K.

    we had a wonderful experience at Pangloss Cellars on a sunny Thursday afternoon in Sonoma. This spot came up on tock during my winery search and I'm so glad it did! Cannot say enough about the service! We were over an hour late to our reservation due to Bay Area traffic and they graciously moved our timing without issue. Upon arrival there was plenty of space but still felt bustling for a Thursday The interior is really beautiful and made us feel very calm & classy lol! Shoutout to Ethan who was so knowledgeable, accommodating, and honestly really funny! Our friend who was visiting even mentioned she hasn't had such great service on a tasting before. The wines were excellent and the charcuterie board has such a great mix of items from local craft cheese/food shops in the area. Overall, fabulous experience and a must see in downtown in Sonoma!

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    Brilliant experience. Walked in straight to the bar. 2021 Blanc de Noire is fire. Lindsey took great care of us. Don't skip!

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    Great place for a wine tasting, Lindsay was incredible, well knowledgeable. over all, a place to visit in the Sonoma area!

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