My wife and I love visiting Scratch Wines. Today we were greeted by Maria who remembered us from…read moreprevious visits. She's tended the wine bar for years on and off and is always such a pleasure. The wines are definitely good for the price, and on hot days is an ideal Venus to cool off with a frozé. They have caviar, snacks and just a very open and welcoming atmosphere among the Wine House location in Carmel Valley. Thank you so much for always making ours a welcoming and memorable experience! Highly recommended.

The open air ambiance in the quiet courtyard off the main road was lovely. The interior is…read moreuniquely and nicely decorated with indoor, outdoor and bar seating. Service was fast and friendly. The staff was knowledgeable about the wines and the winemaker. I loved that the winemaker is a woman, but we only loved one of the wines and didn't buy anything unfortunately.

We stopped by for a few glasses and a charcuterie plate, both were amazing! Sylvia was so nice and…read moretook great care of us. We made sure to order some wine with her before we left :)

Here at Boekenoogen Tasting Room on a rainy day. Lucky for this first, won't be last, timer that…read moretheir inviting patio was closed. Being inside, intimate and personable was the presentation of their wines. Loving the fact that this winery presents each wine glass by glass rather than the full flight all at once. The host was fabulous this day. Tidbits learned of the process and history of Carmel Valley's wines. Eight wines tasted. For one that prefers red, Boekenoogen's "Santa Lucia Highlands Estate 3-Clone Pinot Noir" stood out for me. Surprisingly I was also seduced by their "Stainless" Chardonnay. CHEERS!

Such a fun time! Summer was so positive and sweet, she took great care of us and had great…read moreconversation with us, highly recommended!!

The wine selection at this tasting room is limited but very purposeful. The attention staff takes…read moreand the way they introduce the wines is lovely. A very inviting place where you get to know staff and they get to know a little about you as well! Very lovely art hung around the interior that give this location charm, character, and life.

After a very disappointing experience at another winery nearby, Pelio Estate Wines completely saved…read moreour Mother's Day. From the very beginning, everything felt warm and welcoming. The hostess greeted us immediately with a complimentary splash of rosé and walked us to our table right away (no waiting, no confusion, just genuine hospitality!). Within minutes, our server came over and kindly offered us a few wines to try before ordering, which felt like a lovely mini tasting experience. We ended up ordering the Big Basket snacks, a bottle of Chardonnay for the table, drinks for the kids, and of course took a sparkling wine home with us as well. A small detail I especially appreciated: the wine box is simple cardboard without oversized branding or wasteful packaging - practical, elegant, and actually reusable. The atmosphere here is absolutely wonderful: a beautiful courtyard, soft music, charming decorations hanging in the trees, a cute swing, and some of the most gorgeous blooming bushes and landscaping we've seen at a winery. The entire place feels so thoughtfully maintained, peaceful, and inviting. We spent a couple of hours there without even wanting to go anywhere else afterward. We took so many photos and already know we'll definitely be back. Thank you, Holden, and the whole team for turning our day around.

Pelio Estate Wines is one of those rare Carmel Valley treasures that feels both beautifully refined…read moreand deeply rooted in place. Nestled along the rolling hills, the estate has an immediate sense of calm, quiet, elegant, and intentionally intimate. It's the kind of winery where the experience feels carefully curated, yet completely unpretentious. The wines themselves are exceptional. Pelio leans into cool-climate sophistication, producing whites and reds that are wonderfully balanced, expressive, and full of character. Their Pinot Noir is especially noteworthy, bright, layered, and gently complex, with a finish that feels almost coastal in its freshness. The Chardonnay is equally impressive: crisp, clean, and beautifully textured without ever being over-oaked. Every pour reflects thoughtful winemaking and the unique Carmel Valley microclimate. The staff is knowledgeable without being pushy, offering insights into the estate's philosophy, vineyard practices, and terroir with a genuine sense of enthusiasm. The setting, surrounded by vineyards, soft breezes, and sweeping valley views, makes it easy to linger. If you're exploring Carmel Valley's wine scene, Pelio Estate is an absolute must-visit.

My wife and I enjoyed wine tasting at Twisted Roots today. Aubrey was our hostess and did a good…read morejob pouring and telling about each wine. We learned that all of their wines are made from grapes grown in Lodi, not Monterey County. Consequently they have a diverse selection of red wines not typically found in Monterey County. Although our favorites were the two sparkling wines (a rose and a Brut) and their Sauvignon Blanc. We also met the Owner/Winemaker Josh, a very personable guy. If you are looking for a wide variety of well made wine, Twisted Roots is a good wine tasting stop in Carmel Valley Village.

This was our first time visiting Carmel Valley after decades of visiting the Carmel area, and we…read morejust picked Twisted Roots because it's one of the first tasting rooms you hit driving into town and there was no parking in front of Georis where we intended to go (and walked to later). Turns out to have worked in our favor as we had a very good experience. JK, who is mentioned in other reviews, was an excellent host. We lucked out with not many patrons when we first got there, so we got pretty much all his attention. He did a great job of discussing the wines being poured, and gladly engaged in other conversation. The wines were excellent and the space was comfortable. There is also outdoor seating areas that looked nice. Definitely worth stopping at again in the future. There is a store just a few steps away where you can buy good crackers to have with your tasting.

Like most of the tasting rooms in Carmel Valley, they abut the main road through town, but unlike…read morethe other tasting rooms we visited once you pass through the gate in the rock wall to the front garden you won't see it. The garden is lovely with several seating areas and cornhole games to play. The tasting room itself is also lovely. We happened to be there for Easter Brunch and sat on the back patio which is equally as lovely. All of the staff were attentive, fast and friendly. We did a wine tasting after the brunch on the front patio and loved all the wine. Would def recommend.

Visited over a holiday weekend. Good vibe, not pretentious. Reasonably priced wines. multiple…read moresitting areas. 2 different outdoor options and some indoor ones. We chose to sit at the bar & share a bottle in lieu of a tasting. Kirstie was our server & was awesome. Friendly, helpful and put up with my husband's sometimes awkward jokes. Recommend!

I've been to this lovely winery a few times over the years, including their previous location, and…read moretheir new spot is absolutely lovely. It's like walking into the secret garden, flowers and trees and water fountains around. If you're a girlie like me and into this aesthetic, you're going to love it! They have multiple little areas where you can sit in groups (they take reservations) & host little brunches/parties. The staff has always been kind. You can also order food from the restaurant. The wine, I must say, I don't like all of their wines, but there are a nice few. I personally prefer their cold whites and rose on a warm summer day. Their little shop is also super cute and makes for a cute photo op or to shop for some nice pieces. So, Grab your girlies and hit the valley for a nice time.

Unfortunately, didn't get to experience Cowgirl Winery due to poor customer service. Kind woman let…read moreus in the front 15 minutes before opening (we had thought it was open earlier). We walked in and didn't expect to get served right away, but a bald man in the front said "how did you even get in here?" We left and came to Folktale winery 10 min away. Sure the wine would've been great, but maybe not the service.

Blue Fox is family owned wine tasting business in Carmel Valley Village. Their wines are all made…read morefrom grapes harvested in Mendocino county. Their wines are crushed, fermented, and bottled in Mendocino county and the family lives here locally and runs their wine business here in Monterey County (they also have a new tasting room in Monterey). Julia was our hostess and runs the tasting room in the village (and it sounds like she runs their family business as well). My wife and I enjoyed a flight of 5 wines. We liked their reds (Grenache, Syrah, and Zinfandel) more than their whites. All three reds were older 'library' wines, being 10-12 years old, which is unusual and a fun angle to their wine tasting offering. We haven't experienced being served older wines in the neighboring wine rooms, which makes blue fox unique in the village. Blue Fox had an unassuming tasting room, but has spectacular exterior grounds. Lots of room for serving large parties. In fact, they have a beautiful wood burning pizza oven for serving flatbreads on Sunday and have live music on occasion. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Blue Fox and learning about Julia and her husband's family business. We will be back with friends and family on Sundays to try their wood fired flatbreads paired with their delicious Syrah.

Such a nice place with great ambiance & worth the visit here...just it!…read more We had a wonderful time with friends...here for a couple of hours, easy!

Sarah was the most amazing sommelier that I have ever had. She was kind, hospitable, and as a…read morevisitor she made me feel at home. I am a farmer and she taught me so much about wine, which compliments my career. I wish every server was like Sarah!! Dan and Nick were awesome too! What service! It made my day.

The bones are here for a wonderful wine/food experience but not as constructed. We went at lunch…read moretime anticipating a variety of wines and food options. So what didn't happen. There were terrific wines choices for those who lean red, white, pink or bubbly. But... Prepackaged meals with very little choice and no way to add on or delete? The food wasn't terrible but the presentation is. The staff were attentive and welcoming but , in truth, not as knowledgeable about the vineyard locations and AVAs as they should be. I asked about the current dining situation and was informed that a new menu was being developed that would be more robust and flexible including the addition of hot entrees. I look forward to "eating my words" in this review when that happens. I loved the vineyard views, the staff attitude and the variety of wines available. Folktale--let's up your food game and turn this into an epic experience.

This was our second winery we visited on our wine trip. When we entered the winery we were greeted…read moreby staff. Staff was very polite and very friendly. We were seated and served our wines. During our wine tasting we had four wines to taste. All the wines were tasty and very enjoyable. I was able to meet one of the owners of the winery. He was very pleasant and polite. We bought a bottle of Pinot noir which was one of our favorite. The ambiance is customer service friendly and the vibe is very chill. The layout is spacious and the vibe is relaxing. This is another great winery to go to if you are in Carmel Valley.

My husband and I stopped into Corral Wine Co. Tasting Room in Carmel Valley Village for the first…read moretime this weekend, and it ended up being one of those experiences that reminds you why Carmel Valley is so special. From the moment we walked in, Marissa took wonderful care of us. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the wines but also warm and unpretentious. You never felt rushed, and she made the whole tasting feel relaxed and personal. But the real highlight came when Adrian, the winemaker, joined us. Instead of a quick hello, he sat with us and spent real time sharing his story, how he came to winemaking, the "why" behind the wines, and even stories about his growing family. It turned what could have been a simple tasting into something much more memorable. This is exactly what we love about Carmel Valley compared to Napa or Sonoma. Here, the winemakers still pay attention. They sit down with you. They give you time. You leave feeling like you've not only tasted great wine, but actually connected with the people behind it. The wines were excellent, but the hospitality is what made the afternoon unforgettable.