Despite having the word "wine" in it's name, quite honestly the beer is much more worthy of a stop. Reasonably priced, the warehouse-style tasting room has plenty of seating and a spot for live music to boot. The wines were nothing to write home about. I ordered a flight of wines which are on tap, it was less than $15, very reasonable. I couldn't taste anything distinct from one to the other! Not a ton of depth and lacking in the typical full-bodied fruit notes that Lodi is known for. In fact, these were too tart for my taste. I don't think any of them saw the inside of a barrel. That said, if you are into beer, I highly recommend this spot. I'm trying to cut down on carbs as well as beer, so was looking forward to the wine however. read more

Stopped in for a break of driving as they were the only place we could find nearby that was open and it was fantastic!!!! Hubby and I had a wine flight and tasted a wheat beer and oh my gosh the wine is fantastic and the beer was absolutely delicious!!!! If you're in the area and think about trying you should stop in. Service is phenomenal and they have food trucks that come! read more

Riaza Wines - Wine flight and a beer tasting - Wineries Near Me - Lodi, California

Took family out for a weekend getaway - good trucks, music and beverages - a perfect setting! Love the outdoor setup - my second time here. Wines - absolutely not worth it, beer selections are great and family enjoyed it a lot. Service was very friendly and space was cute with a lot of friendly people. Games selection was definitely something I didn't expect but we played Sequence as a family for good 2 hours - lots of fun, laughter and memories. Thank you for having us! read more

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After a day of drinking Lodi wines, which are very fruit forward, including a lot of Zinfandels, we found these various acidic wines to be too acidic for our taste. The location and server were quite nice though so if you like acidic wines, this might be a good place for you to go. The server was also very nice with respect to us having our dog with us and giving us a few other ideas of places to go to try wines more to our liking read more

What a nice tasting room. Red Spanish varietals with really good taste. Friendly staff who will walk you through the tastings. All the reds are dry. One of my favorite places in Lodi. If you see Rick the winemaker, strike up a conversation with him. read more

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Such friendly and excellent service! We really enjoyed our time here with our friends. This place is kid friendly which is great. There's lots of board games for them to place, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy beer and wine! We even got to enjoy amazing pizza from a vendor inside! Highly recommend for their friendly service and great tasting beers and wine! read more

This place has both great wines and fabulous beers. The pourers are super nice and the atmosphere can't be beat. A great place for a group where some want to drink wine exclusively and some prefer beer. read more

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This place was small and cozy when we came in for some wine tasting. There was a counter with multiple stools and one guy helping everybody. The wine tasting was $7 per person and there were seven different wines to taste. The guy pouring the wine was very knowledgeable and friendly. There were a few others at the bar with us and everybody was doing their own thing or having their own conversations with the guy that worked here which was fine to me. We tried 7 different wines that Riaza Wines had at the time we went which were Elemental, Irreverent, Soul, Double Barrel, Prospector, The Standard, and Diablo Rojo. Out of all of the wines, I liked The Standard the best which was Zinfandel from Cemetery Vineyard in Lodi. It definitely lived up to its name in my opinion. Good place for some wine tasting to me! read more

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Coming in to Riaza is like walking into your best friend's home. It's cool, inviting, and you wish it was yours. Rick and Duncan are geniuses and friendly as a drunk raccoon after a night of dumpster diving. Their wines taste phenomenal. The events they hold are second to none. They create an experience that makes you appreciate wines and winemaking. More importantly, they treat you like family the moment you walk through the door. read more

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We stopped by this winery during the Wine & Chocolate Event, Feb. 13 & 14, 2016. It's a medium-sized tasting room located in a downtown/square area. They were serving bacon-wrapped dates for the event, which was incredibly delicious! The wines were good, although we didn't buy any. None of them really stood out to us. The service was nice and attentive. I would return again. read more

Riaza Wines - Good wines, but didn't buy anything. - Wineries Near Me - Lodi, California

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So a door closes and another opens! I love it when you find people with a clear vision of how they see themselves in the world. In this case you need to visit Riaza wines and meet the visionary and talented wine maker Rick Taylor. You will find great wine from the 209 (catchy, isn't it?). Also, the club members are always hanging out way longer than they are supposed to (apologies to Erin Taylor) but you will get to know the quality of Riaza wines and maybe get a bonus pour if you are lucky. Also, you can stop by Cheese Central and bring in some snackies or go to La Campana and pair your favorite burrito with a fine spanish varietal. In short, the new digs are amazing in design. The Industrial vibe is on point! read more

I wish I had caught the name of the gentleman that was helping us out this evening... He was very personable, friendly, and was not one to leave an empty glass. I am not crazy about sparkling wine, but the verdelejo (?) was one that I would consider purchasing. I also enjoyed the reds as they each had a nice palate teetering on a balance of cinnamon/spice and a dark fruit. I conveniently set myself in a location in which the sunset would blind me LOL and the gentleman did everything he could to have me move to a seat that was more conducive to a comfortable table conversation. A positive experience all around and a place in which they will continue to have my business! I always appreciate a knowledgeable, friendly face, and good wine! read more

This business is located in the corner next to several other businesses . Walk though the gate and it opens up to a space with high ceilings and barrel display with warm lighting . The bar seats a good amount of people and also some seating for couples. They have two lists with about 6 wines to try for wine tasting. Prices are reasonable. The selection is really good. Marie the lady who served us was very friendly and knowledgeable about the wine selection and history. She made the experience memorable. read more

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We became members of the winery after we stumbled upon them on our first trip to Lodi. It was their very unassuming sign that said: need wine? And we were sold. I cannot say enough good things about this winery or their wine! First off, the wine is good - I mean good. Super drinkable, tasty, complex and hits all the right notes. Secondly, the family and the tasting room family are one of a kind. The atmosphere is comfortable, fun and a place where you'll make friends. We ended up moving away from northern Cali for about 5 years and Riaza was the only wine membership we kept. No matter where we went in the country, Riaza came with us and we were always grateful to get their shipment of quality, tasty and just plain good wine. You won't regret stopping in here! It's a must stop in Lodi! read more

Lots of fun visiting this place. We really enjoyed several of the wines here. The sparkling was really a nice surprise. If you will be in Lodi, give this place a try. It's comfortable, the people are nice and the wine is good. read more

I had been wanting to revisit Riaza and I finally had the chance to do so. I must say I had a great experience. I was helped by Dale who was very kind and informative about the wines. I liked several of their wines including Carignon, Malbec and double barrel. I can't wait to go back and stock up on some bottles. read more

Favorite spot in town for old world Spanish style Tempranillo! Also they have a new addition in the building... a brewery! Offering high quality small batch IPA as well as a non-alc option as well. So don't forget to try Sidehustle brewery and Riaza! read more

Don't let the curb appeal fool you this place is worth it. Have gone twice they have both wine and beer selection

Amazing Spanish varietals. Fair prices. Plenty of snacks while you taste. Cons? None. This Lodi winery has amazing wine, friendly and knowledgeable owners who pour at the tasting room, and delicious snacks. Their club membership includes fun pick up parties also with music and food. The owners can recommend pairings and recipes, and can give you any detail about the wine or the wine making process. It's a rare treat to have such a wonderful winery at such an affordable price, and to have the wine makers pour for you to boot! I highly highly recommend not only going here, but joining their wine club. Your taste buds will thank you. read more

Here for wine and cheese pairing with Cheese Central for the Lodi HighSchool Water Polo fundraiser. Love the wines here. read more

We recently held my daughter's 1st birthday party at Riaza Wines in June of 2018. The tasting room is gorgeous, spacious, and perfect for any event and the wine is excellent. Our party had approximately 60 guests but the open environment didn't feel compact at all. We worked directly with Erin and Rick to determine which of their delightful wines we wanted to serve guests, table setup, and other logistics. Erin and Rick were incredibly helpful throughout the process, providing ideas for inspiration, as well as showing us various layouts to ensure we'd be comfortable with the overall outcome. Erin and Rick were always quick to respond to emails and clear and concise in their responses. Our event turned out beautifully and many guests commented that the wine was delicious and it was an amazing event space. Had it not been for the assistance of Riaza Wines, Erin and Rick, I know we wouldn't have achieved the same outcome. Thanks for contributing to such a special day, it was an absolute joy to work with you read more

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Excellent wine, phenomenal service!!! Rick does a fabulous job producing some interesting wines and his blends just keep getting better and better. The new location is spacious and cool. The concrete countertops turned out great and are a nice balance for the reclaimed wood behind the bar. read more

Stopped in for a tasting during covid and it was wonderful. Marie was very kind in helping us schedule and learn about their wines. Simple patio seating next to their barrel room + tasty wines! read more

Imagine a casual, pull-up-a-barstool kind of place. Add in some elegance, some tasteful artwork, a sofa or two with Wine Enthusiast magazines on the table, and then - pour 7 wines from a very small production line. Like 100 cases small, sourced locally from Lodi, Clarksburg, Amador, Sierra Foothills. Sparkle a little Verdejo. Pizazz some Tempranillo. Rock the Monastrell. Fire up the Zin. And brew up a Graciano-based flagship red blend named Red Devil (Diablo Rojo) that is smoke and spice and oak and embers of roasted red fruit and wilting flower. And make it hip. Play by Lodi Rules. Be laid-back. Have fun with it. Serve cornbread and chili for free (holiday open house), offer Marcona almonds and Spanish green olives, create a chic and cozy outdoor space, and sit back and wait. And watch the wine-tasting magic happen. Small-scale wine cellars like Riaza are part of what makes an up-and-coming AVA like Lodi ... well very UP. And definitely coming. You won't feel like an outsider here, or underdressed to the party. You won't see limos idling their engines outside. But you'll get well-made artisan wines at affordable 20-something prices, you'll soak up the bubbles of your sparkling Verdejo and marvel at the smoke and sweet fire of the Diablo Rojo and dream at night of Lodi: luscious, lively, like-it-or-leave-it Lodi. And all will be right in the world for the time that it takes to empty that final glass. Riaza. Remember. The. Name. Sample the wine. Celebrate the space. Respect the people. And enjoy the experience! Happy holidays have never been so happy. No lines. No wait. Just hassle-free, fine wine. Hard to be a Grinch about that! read more

Rick and everyone at Riaza are terrific. Great wine and great people, make a point of visiting when you're in Lodi.

We walked up to the door at 12:35 and noticed that the tasting room wasn't open until 1:00. Erin saw us walking away and invited us to taste while she finished setting up for the day, which was very kind of her. The Spanish varietals were a welcome change of pace (though overall we were very impressed with the variety available in Lodi) and we loved the Graciano & Garnacha. Erin was personable and easy going and really made us feel welcome. Highly recommended! read more

Hands down one of the best tasting rooms in the Lodi AVA. If you're looking for Tempranillo this is the place for you. Rick makes a Tempranillo from Lodi, Clarksburg and Amador County. It's fun to taste them back to back and see the different characteristics that each region offers. Awesome wines, great hospitality and true passion for the art of winemaking. Riaza is must stop when tasting out in Lodi. read more

Riaza Wines - Enchiladas paired with Riaza's "Torrontes". - Wineries Near Me - Lodi, California

Super fun and welcoming winery! Different than your typical tasting room but works well. Lots of space for kiddos to run around outside and a fun mural for photo ops. The Bubbly is wonderful and they serve wine in cans here, as well! Greats hosts make the tastings fun and enjoyable. read more

Awesome wines the owners Rick and wife are super friendly. I love their pix and snacks. Will join membership next time. 5 stars. read more

We made a reservation (and they also had us choose a specific person) for a tasting and paid for it. We went and they sat us down, it was crowded and we basically were ignored. We left only having tasted one wine. Very disappointed read more

This was a very great place really enjoyed my time the wine taste was exceptional and the wine tasting room was wonderful the staff we're also very great and really enjoyed the wine and chocolate deal I would of gave them 5 stars but my only problem was that I had a parking problem they need to improve their parking they don't seem to accommodate larger vehicles like party buses but I still would recommend this place really good winery in Lodi . read more

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Purchased a groupon to this winery which is how we ended up here & I am glad we did. The owner was behind the counter and great to be around. He was very knowledgeable about the wines. All the wines had unique flavors to them. We ended up picking up a few bottles. We will definitely be coming back here. read more

Hands down our favorite winery and the guy behind the bar is also the maker. Rick brings you in with great atmosphere, conversation... then he pours the wines that are definitely near the top. Not to mention its a family affair and kid friendly as well... cornhole out side for them to play. They are always 5 stars!!! read more

This place is everything good. Spanish wine, friendly staff, stuff you can't get elsewhere, personality plus. Can't wait to come back.

Updating my review on this place.. Hands down my favorite winery in Lodi! Rick and Erin are great people and they make phenomenal wine! It's not your normal run of the mill wine. It's always something unique and tasty you most likely won't have had in Lodi. Beyond excited for them having the chance to expand with their new winery location and taking us on new adventures with them in the wine world! read more

We got a groupon to visit this winery two years ago, and it was the best thing we ever did! My sweetie visits me in California from Canada every summer, and this is a must-visit place every time he comes. This winery created a beautiful Tempranillo and Zinfandel-loving monster :) We're going to their wine camp in a few weeks, and can't wait! Rick is approachable and respectful, and he's almost singlehandedly responsible for turning my Canadian whiskey-loving Edmonton resident into a bona-fide California wine lover! Thank you, Rick! :) read more

We went to Riaza for the first time today Was very impressed with their wines there was a consistency in the wine that was hard to resist, we were specifically impressed with the reds They focus a lot on the Spanish grapes and some blended with other local grapes Rick was super hospitable! We came in with no high expectations and we were treated no different and if anything we were treated like a member We purchased two bottles of wine and they were very reasonably priced Thank you Rick we will definitely be back! read more

Erin and her husband (the owners) are very friendly and knowledgeable. I was not really into red wines until my husband and I found their tasting room! They have a great location and atmosphere. The tempranillo is highly recommended. They had the best port in town, sadly they no longer make it. Give them a try....promise you will not be disappointed. Oh forgot to mention if or when you become a member.....they throw member parties each quarter (food and wine are FREE for members) read more

A very unique and wonderful walk-in tasting on a Friday afternoon. Susan was a wonderful host, explained all the wines and their characteristics beautifully. If I was a vitner, I would want her working my tasting room. We even had the privilege of meeting Rick! It was a wonderful experience, couldn't have asked for a better walk-in experience in Lodi. 11/10 recommend, GIDDYAP ! read more

Hidden Gem was a nice surprise that your wine pourer is the winemaker. Awsome variety of Spanish wines. Nice guy. Went there on a Groupon not expecting much and very pleasantly surprised. read more