We got married at Pacheco Ranch Winery - from the moment we met Deb and Herb and walked the…read moregrounds, to the cleanup after the big day, we loved every second we spent here. We couldn't describe more ideal hosts for our wedding - Deb and Herb were kind and thoughtful, extremely professional and prompt, super flexible, and an absolute joy to work with. With all our questions and extra visits, we always felt welcome and accommodated at Pacheco Ranch. On the day of the wedding, Herb and Deb were directing traffic, managing vendors, and clearly enjoying every moment of it. They take so much pride and love in caring for their home, and it shows in the natural beauty that flows throughout the ranch.

Who even knew this place was here? Talk about a hidden gem - i've lived about two miles from…read morePacheco Ranch, have passed the grapevines many times, but never realized there was an actual winery back there! The grounds are beautiful, I see why many people choose this spot for weddings and parties. The old ranch house is still owned by a descendent of Ignacio Pacheco - for whose family our town, some shopping centers, and a bunch of streets (including Rowland) in Marin are all named. We were there on a beautiful November day at an event remembering a friend who had recently passed. Even though the event itself was bittersweet, the management at the ranch did an exceptional job of making our visit memorable. The family provided parking assistance, led all the guests to the beautiful outdoor space, and kept the food and beverages flowing during the memorial. I will definitely think of Pacheco for our next event!

I've been here a few times for events. One time was an outdoor grape stomping contest--so much fun!…read moreWe made a t-shirt with our grape-stained feet! We danced in the roped-off street to Doc Kraft. We played skee ball that day, too. We've danced indoors, too. My favorite is Jay Lewallen, who has sometimes paired with other musicians. I love his cover of the song Rusty Cage. We've played bingo there a few times, too. Trek Winery's Sangiovese wine is my absolute favorite. It's a cozy, neighborhood place with tall ceilings. The back patio has a lovely water feature. Everyone who works there is personable and helpful. They always have a few items that would make interesting gifts like candle holders from barrel planks, at times.

This is a great wine bar in downtown Novato. It is a couple blocks away from Grant Ave. A few of my…read moregirlfriends introduced me to Trek while back. Since then I've been back a several times. They sell beer, red and white wine and champagne by the glass. The last time I was there one of the staff mentioned they will be selling more champagne which is great news since I'm a bubbles girl! They have a food menu as well. I've tried a couple of their flatbreads which are tasty. Last year they started to host bingo for various organizations in their big venue space. It's lots of fun and for great causes. The schedule is the first Sunday of every month and every Tuesday evening. There is also comedy shows, chair massage events and live music in the main area.

Great hang out even if you don't drink though they prefer you do…read more Nice location downtown Great vibe Relaxing and full of people who love wine and music Wine slushies are yummy

Mantra is a great wine tasting room in downtown Novato. A girlfriend brought me here a few years…read moreago and we've gone back several times to enjoy a glass of bubbles. Their prices are reasonable and their champagne is fantastic. Over the summer I had a wine slushee that was delicious. The atmosphere is cozy. There is plenty of seating and also a few rooms off to the side where you can also sit and enjoy your drink. It's nice to sit outside when the weather is warm. Sometimes there is live music which is a treat. They offer food from Finnegan's which is a couple doors down. The service is always friendly.

I had the opportunity to try two of Terry Leighton's amazing wines at lunch today....the 1998…read moreLivermore Valley Semillon and 1974 Cuvee W (Chardonnay)...I am hooked!!! Of which there is no other!! Both wines were grown at Wente in Livermore Valley. I had them at Uncle Yu's at the Vineyard, in downtown Livermore. The 1998 Semillon was thick and silky, very complex with a breadth that one does not expect....start, middle and finish were distinctly different!! I tasted melon, grass and anise...but they said fig?? Either way, an uniquely full and rich wine. By far my favorite wine to date!! The 1974 Cuvee W (Chardonnay) was also thick and silky, but had more butter, spice, and a fruit...perhaps very ripe pineapple. Remarkable!! Proof positive that good whites age nicely!! This wine may not be for everyone, it is not the usual crisp, light bright type, but for a rich complex wine, it takes the prize!!! Kudos to Uncle Yu's for having such an amazing wine selection!!

Food was good service was excellent and the ambiance made everything taste even better. Lovely…read morepeople with great customer service and very personable. We went for Mother's Day. Glad we had reservations. We had wine tasting along with food tasting. Everything was good and beautifully presented. Afterwards, we went into the gift shop and purchased lotions and the best ginger jam that paired well with Brie. The tastings were ample and a nice selection. It was pricey, but for a special occasion, worth it. The Ode body butter is the best I had to get another jar. It is really moisturizing and lasts a long time. I prefer the "verde" scent. They have lavender, and unscented too. very relaxing vibe.

McEvoy Ranch is a spectacular place that is surrounded by olive orchards, ponds, and wildlife. It…read morehas both advantages and disadvantages. My personal SWOT analysis is listed below: Strength: *Famous in California *It offers tours, tastings, workshops, and sells wines *Pioneering Olive Oil *Award-Winning Quality *Historical Significance *Sustainability & Organic Farming *A seat-down outdoor area with scenery for any occasion *Outlet shop in downtown Petaluma Weakness: *The place is in a remote area *The olive oil testing fee is pricey compared with other places we visited in Paso Robles California *Skin products are large and heavy for tourists to take on an airplane or carry on *The table turnover rate is lower than restaurants with food consumption *No restaurant or delicatessen available *They need to hire more staff to maintain the quality of their property Opportunities: *If customer satisfaction is high *If they have good marketing strategies *Not many competitors nearby *More demand *Skin product choices are variable Threats: *If people are not familiar with olive products, they may not like this place *Customers may occupy the tables for a long time during peak season or times *Other places or similar products may have better quality at a lower price with generous portions *An alternative option in the food industry, suppliers, and cosmetics companies Overall, it's a great place to hang out on any occasion with family or small groups. The outdoor area is beautiful and relaxing. Since it is an open space, it could be very hot in summer or cold in winter, or during the rainy season. Moreover, this ranch is also not very noticeable to international tourists. We found it because during the New Year's holiday, many places are closed. So we googled this place while we were staying at the Hampton Inn Petaluma. We are from San Luis Obispo, California. There are many olive oil farms nearby. We not only visited the farms but also tasted the olive oil at a little fee or sometimes even for free.

Lisa and Al hosted my group for a private tasting for a group of ~20 people…read more Lisa was very communicative to help me plan the big day! She gave me the option to choose my own wines for the tasting but I left it to her, the professional to do it. She said I would know my group better in case we had preferences! She also gave me the option to pay early to maximize time on-site (which I didn't do because I wasn't confident on how many people in my group were gonna show up until the morning of.) The day before she sent us driving directions and the gate codes so we could make sure we could get there. Getting there was very easy per Lisa's instructions! Be sure to pay attention to the art pieces as you drive in, they're super cool. As we arrived, we were each handed our first glass of wine, and would continue to use that glass for the rest of the 5 tastings. I think we did 2 whites and 3 reds. Al explained all the wines to us and how all the grapes was grown right down the street. He was able to answer my group's questions. Personally I loved the white wines because that's my preferences, but I actually enjoyed the red wines for someone that doesn't like red wine. My friends loved the red wines too. Some of us also bought bottles to take home! They had 2 bathrooms which was a relief for my big group! The view was INSANE on the property. So beautiful and so glad that we came on a gorgeous, blue sky, sunny day. We definitely took advantage of the scenery with all the photos we took! Lisa helped us take photos as well. They also have 2 cute dogs (that they checked with us before they let roam around) that joined the group outside! My whole group loved Lisa and Al and they mingled with us for the 1.5 hours we were there. They walked us out and chatted with our bus driver too!! What a nice couple. I highly, highly, highly recommend Thirty-seven winery and I CANNOT wait to return.

Thirty-seven interlocking circles create the Flower of Life, an ancient representation of the…read moreinterconnectivity between all living things and the inherent balance of nature. It has been found in the art, temples and manuscripts of cultures from all over the world throughout history. We chose this icon to represent our winery because we and our wines are inextricably linked to all that surrounds us.

We had a really fun, informal tasting at the bar. The bartender talked to us the whole time about…read morethe wines and gave a great tasting. Then we bought a bottle and sat outside at a picnic table and drank in the nice setting. It's very convenient to get to, and an affordable, walk in tasting.

Unfortunately was a poor experience at Cline. For a 35$…read moretasting, our pours for each wine were splashes-equivalent to what you would get at a restaurant before you commit to a bottle. I wouldn't say we're wine snobs, but I think we have been to enough to say it was a disappointing experience. We did enjoy the outdoor picnic style tables with the pond alongside the seating area. Also had a cute, small bamboo trail near the tables. No impressed with the service of the wine:(

Dancing Crow Vineyards brought a selection of wines to the Clement Street Farmers Market San…read moreFrancisco. Decent pricing on a nice mix of vintages that were brought to the Farmers Market.

Stopped by the outdoor market in Larkspur and come upon this wine and casual tasting area. We…read moreenjoyed whites and reds. Then walked away with their bottle of Sauvignon Blanc. Which was refreshing and hit the spot on a warm day. Hidden gem! Check it out.

Great views, great wines and friendly knowledgeable service. Little away from the beaten roads, and…read morerequires reservations but worth it.

Great location, warm and informative staff, and excellent wine. The winery is located on a lovely…read moreestate in Petaluma Gap, providing a relaxing and beautiful location. We had a brief tour and learned a lot about how they grow, harvest, and create their wines. Interestingly, their winery just received authentication as an organic winery and their practices are clearly about sustainability. Their wines are quite good to my palate. The Syrah Rotie is full bodied and will age well. The Oro de Plata is a lovely light wine, very drinkable. And my favorite was the La Cruz Chardonnay, with a light touch of oak.

We had a wonderful experience wine tasting and playing pickleball at Anaba! The staff was…read moreresponsive and professional leading up to our event and welcoming and personable once onsite. Such a fun way to experience wine country! Wine was delicious and the setting/ views were beautiful. Highly recommend, 5 stars!

A group of us visited Anaba Wines one morning for a friend's birthday. I was surprised to see…read morepickleball courts there - I've never seen that at a winery before! I don't play, but it seems like a fun option if you're into it. Since the winery had just opened when we arrived, it was still pretty empty and we easily found parking and an outdoor table to sit at. The back patio was gorgeous, especially on a sunny day with clear blue skies. It's spacious with plenty of seating and there was even enough room for the pup we brought with us to roam a bit. Our wine steward (unfortunately I don't recall his name right now) was super friendly, conversational, and helpful, and he made sure we stayed on schedule because we had somewhere to be afterward. We all did wine tasting and each wine was really good. We also ordered some bites - the olive oil was so good that a few of us bought bottles to take home. The fuller food options we saw at other tables also looked good. Overall, a great experience at Anaba and I look forward to returning for a future visit.