We were in Los Olivos this past weekend and visited Stolpman on Saturday for a leisurely afternoon tasting. I booked our spot in advance and would recommend you do the same. The place is casual and not tiny, but it definitely fills up. I don't think they were taking walk-ins while we were there. The tasting room--or tasting patio, I suppose--was really pleasant, a breezy outdoor space in front of a charming brick-red house with a strong Los Olivos aesthetic. My only complaint is that the bathroom was a porta-potty, though it was the nice kind, with running water. We got our own table and a friendly, knowledgeable young server brought us our wines and explained what we were drinking. He was busy, so this was one of the less in-depth tastings we did on this trip, but the experience was easy and enjoyable. There were two tastings on offer, the classic estate flight and the "fresh and esoteric." Since this was our first visit, we both went with the estate, and it was a great introduction to Stolpman's wines. We tried the 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, the 2024 Chenin Blanc, the 2024 La Cuadrilla, the 2023 Sangiovese, and the 2024 Angeli, the label's flagship Syrah. They were all excellent and very well priced--the Cuadrilla goes for $26. It's also a delicious wine with a cool provenance, a red blend made by Stolpman's vineyard workers on a designated block, in what looks to be a successful profit sharing project. The tasting fee was $25, waived with a three-bottle purchase. We snapped up three each of the Sauvignon Blanc and the Sangiovese, which cost $24 and $36 a bottle. Tremendous value for such outstanding wines. I have a feeling we'll go through these quickly, and may be tempted to join the wine club if we do. Either way, though, I hope to go back to Stolpman. I'm definitely curious about that second tasting. read more

Fantastic selection of wines with a nice variety on the tasting menu. Staff was knowledgeable - highlighting not just flavor palettes, but also some of the uniqueness behind the grapes and the vineyards that produced the flavors. Perfect setting for a sunny day with a bright, relaxing patio; comfortable seating; and a central location. read more

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Great little winery with a cute tasting area. Whitney was wonderful and explained all the wine options thoroughly and even let me taste some additional wines I was curious about. Purchased 3 bottles which covered the tasting. Definitely stop by if you're in the area and want to do a wine tasting that's a reasonable price. Bottles are also very reasonable in pricing and plenty to choose from. Great staff and super attentive. read more

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We had such a great experience at Stolpman for win tasting. We came in around lunch time and were seated quickly. The patio is beautiful under a large persimmon tree, with lots of shade so it can be enjoyable even on a warm sunny day. We tried both tastings and were pleasantly surprised with the Fresh and Esoteric selection, which included a lot of innovative blends and techniques as compared to the classic Estate selection. I especially liked the Uni Chardonnay. Our server also served us some impromptu tastings, which was a lovely surprise to get insight into more of what the winery had to offer. Make sure to add this to your wine tasting tour in the Santa Ynez valley! read more

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Incredible service and even better wine! Nicole was such a treat and took great care of us. Loved our tasting here at Stolpman. read more

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We had a great experience tasting at Stolpman. Chris was our host and we appreciated his knowledge about the wine and the story behind 'Cuadrilla Especial'. The tasting area is very open and comfortable. Out of the wines we had, Sangiovese was our favorite and we took a bottle home. read more

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Amazing service and storytelling from Kim. We learned a lot about the wines and ended up taking home a case.

Stolpman is a cute and cozy winery that makes great wine. Their tasting room has attentive and knowledgeable staff. The multiple times we've visited they have treated us like family. The quality and price of the wines is so on point, we ended up having whole case shipped to us. It was a streamlined process to get the wines delivered to our house. Can't wait to visit again! read more

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Outstanding patio seating with great service. Lisa was our guide. Her depth of knowledge was expansive. The wines were delicious. The winery family is pro humanity. They treat their employees with respect and dignity. They offer a varietal bottling that all funds go to the staff and is equally shared. Some of the labels represent long term employees. The juice is tasty Very highly recomended Slainte read more

The wines were terrible. We all had heartburn after our tasting. We tasted both flights, on was for the younger gen Zs. Most Wines had too much residual sugar. You might do better picking a random wine from Trader Joe's. Neither of the two servers knew anything about the wines, the processes or any of the details relating to the treatment. We had to go and ask for service each time we needed a tasting. When she was explaining one of the wines which was the only time she explained anything she mentioned that the grapes used for that particular wine were the grapes that didn't make the cut for the good ones. Way to sell the wine! And she only explained that because we asked. Use the restrooms across the street because stopman's are out houses in the back parking. read more

WHAT A FIND! I did my fair share of wine tasting in the area and Stolpman is the only one I came back to for a second round. The spot couldn't have a cozier patio in front, but the wines are delicious too! If you're lucky enough to have Nicole be your guide, sit back and enjoy. She is so knowledgeable and friendly! Can't wait to return! read more

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Their best wines are in stores, don't bother going to the tasting room because it's depressing and the staff don't seem to have any interest in their own product. Cute tasting location but seriously zero enthusiasm from the staff really bummed us out. We went across the street to liquid farm where they actually cared about our experience and didn't just phone it in read more

There was no line, and unfortunately the servers were talking amongst each other for over 20 minutes before they came out to greet my family and I. You could tell they weren't interested in working, and we're very rude and short. Unfortunately, to make matters worse, the wine was always subpar. read more

Not dog friendly! Will not be coming back.... Also acting standoffish and only catering to you if you were going to spend money and make it worth their time to serve you. Not a welcoming place at all. read more

The service here is really great and the wine is also very good. Last time I visited, I signed up for their all reds wine club. I'm still waiting for my first shipment, so I bought a few bottles while I was there to hold me over. They have a nice patio out front that is shaded. They also have out houses in the back for when nature calls. read more

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Lisa poured our tasting and was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. Our group had very different tastes, and she did a great job suggesting wines that pleased everyone. read more

Fantastic wines! Great service! If you're in Los Olivos, don't miss! Adding more characters for the algorithm... read more

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Love this place! First experience in Los Olivos and the best of all the locations we went to.

A friend invited me to go wine tasting and I'm shocked I've never been to Stolpman! I love all of the wine, starting with the unfiltered Chardonnay which has such a unique flavor. The La Cuadrilla is a red blend that has a very fruit forward flavor and all proceeds go back to vineyard workers to help provide stability after harvest. I love that they care so much about their team! Lisa was our server and not only was she extremely knowledgeable about all of the wines, but was able to tell us about the history of the vineyard and you can see her passion for her role as she pours and educates guests about the wine. They have a huge patio for large groups and we were offered blankets since it was a bit chilly. They are dog friendly too which is always a plus! Looking forward to coming back soon. read more

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Beat winery visit ever. The wines are amazing but the family and the team are even better! Plus they are dog people. read more

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Great wines! Definitely worth a stop if you're tasting in Los Olivos. Peaceful ambiance tasting on the patio. Our favorite was the Sangiovese! Cheers! read more

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Used to be good wine with friendly attentive service. Now very snobby without basic customer service

I Loved their selection of wines so much, I became a member. A rule I was told once by friends that are wine enthusiasts, is that if you like ALL the wines you taste in a tasting consider becoming a member, and so I did. Every taste I had was well balanced, with easy and clean flavor profiles. Ricki our wine sage was very helpful and very knowledgeable, she guided our journey with grace and spatial awareness. The ambiance was chill vibes and if you're chilly they offer cozy blankets. read more

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We were recently sitting in traffic on the way back from LA and wanted to stretch our legs a bit and explore somewhere we'd never been before. I heard a lot about Los Olivos, but had never visited so we took a quick detour from the highway and headed to the quaint downtown. Temperatures were heating up, so we were glad to see this little pocket tasting area with ample shade for us and the dog. The "chilled reds" sign also was I intriguing. The wine definitely hit the spot. Easy drinking and not all that heavy, it was the perfect complement for the high Temps. Our server Ashkahn was helpful and attentive and knew alot about the processes used in the wines. At $15/flight the prices were similar to other wineries in the area. We left with a bottle of Crunchy Roasty that our friends also raved about. We will def be making this a regular stop on those long treks home! read more

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Had reservations at both the Garage and the Vineyard and at both places staff was extremely rude from the get go. It didn't get any better as time went on. We ended up leaving before we even finished the wine tasting because the service was so rude and the wine was gross :-( read more

I visited Stolpman for the first time on Saturday and will definitely be going back! The wine was great and incredibly affordable. Kim was so knowledgeable and I loved hearing about how much the company gives back to their employee. There was also plenty of shade for hot and sunny days! read more

This has been on our wish list for so long esp coz my husband just loves their Syrah. Tasting is by appointment only due to COVID. They offer tasting by glass or tasting menu that includes mix of white, rose and reds. We were seated in their beautiful patio. Hubby opted for their tasting menu ($15) I opted for a glass of their white blend L'Avion. Service was fantastic, Natalie and Nate went above and beyond to make this such a fun wine tasting experience. Getting to know the story behind their La Cuadrilla wine was amazing, not to mention that was our favorite wine on the menu. We loved every single wine we tried and became members. This place has a great vibe and I love how all employees work together as a team! I highly recommend a visit here if you are in the area. read more

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Rarely do you hear such high reviews and remarks for a business, and then your visit or experience in person is even better than expected! I suppose I'm use to being disappointed...but Stolpman NEVER disappoints! Since those three trustworthy recommendations to go to Stolpman (plus stellar Yelp reviews), I have become a wine club member, visited their private property twice and have gone to their Stolpman tasting room (and So Fresh Garage) on countless occasions. Here are a few adjectives that come to mind when thinking about Stolpman Vineyards: FAMILY ORIENTED: The Stolpman family not only cares for their land, but also their employees. I have met Tom and his son Pete who are extremely down to earth. With their workers in mind, they created a La Cuadrilla ("The Block") label and club where all the proceeds go back to those who take care of the vineyard in the form of benefits and a financial bonus. Rubén, the winemaker and grape whisperer, has his home on the property with his wife María. María manages the vineyard team and has her own wine label called "Para María" consisting of both a Mourvedre Rose and Red blend. Furthermore, they have become part of not only the vineyard business but also the Stolpman family with Rubén as the padrino/godfather for Pete's children. FRIENDLY: I always find their Los Olivos tasting room extremely welcoming and friendly. Although not the fanciest of options in Los Olivos, their ranch-looking home has a large outdoor porch and patio with tables. Every time I walk up to the gate, they welcome us with a smile. Even better, the vineyard performs conscious and dry farming (when possible) using native fermentation and minimal manipulation. A nod to Mother Nature! Oh, and did I mention they love dogs?! Be sure to check out @dogs_of_stolpman on Instagram. VARIETY: Unlike most wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley, Stolpman comes to mind when looking for a delicious Sangiovese--NOT the locally renowned Pinot Noir! They are also constantly expanding their varietals beyond the expectations. There is honestly something for everyone. Whether it is their crisp Uni Roussanne, or a complex GSM blend. For those who like cold, drinkable carbonic wines, they also offer the So Fresh Garage for a hip, affordable, pool-pounder option. Their tastings are included for all the club members too. PRICE-POINT: Their wines vary from crazy affordable yet local "table wines" (which is better quality yet similar price than what Trader joe's offers), to high-end Estate wines (Pilocene, Hair of the Bear, La Croce and Angeli). No matter what you have in your wallet, you will walk away with a stellar bottle of local wine. A few tips for your visit: - Make a reservation via Tock for their tasting room, particularly during the weekend. - Their vineyard in Ballard Canyon is strictly by appointment only but absolutely stunning. Release wine taco parties are often held here. Don't miss out on seeing the Mother Vine or the graceful Oak Tree. - Feel free to bring your dog along. After all, they're family. - If you have a group that isn't knowledgeable about wine, this is a wonderful place to bring them as an introduction to wine tasting without being pretentious. ¡Salud! read more

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Our wine tasting was great. We made a reservation on Saturday. You need to make a reservation at least a day in advance. They have great bucket seats for couples and for bigger groups they have picnic tables. I love being part of their cuadrilla club because you still get a discount on their other wines and the cuadrilla club wines are still pretty good. read more

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A big THANK YOU to Lisa for a wonderful time yesterday. I've been coming to Stolpman for years and have always had a great experience. Lisa was so great, I felt I had to leave a review. read more

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p5* Stolpman Winetasting 2434 Alamo Pintado Los Olivos HIGHLY RECOMMEND Outdoor winetasting; super friendly staff Great selection of wines; very creative Loved La Cuadrilla Sustainable harvests; Good treatment of field workers read more

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We have been members at Stolpman for a couple of years and they never fail to impress us. Most recently we had Kim assist us with our tasting and she is an absolute gem!!! She is so knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. I cant rave enough about the integrity of this company and their stellar service. read more

This is my favorite tasting room in Los Olivos. I love the patio, friendly staff, and great wines. I love the El Padrino wine! I am not a big fan of So Fresh but I really really love the classic Stolpman wines. I would recommend making a reservation. read more

This review is for the Fresh Garage tasting area on the side of the Stolpman tasting room. The Garage has carbonic natural wines, while the patio has Stolpman's classic wines. We got tastings and we had the best time. Service was amazing and the staff answered all of our questions and even brought out a few additional things for us to try based on our tastes. Try the love you bunches and combe trousseau. Also the tasting area is so cute! Loved this place, can't recommend it enough.t read more

We stopped in here on the recommendation of a friend on our way up to Paso Robles, and so glad we did! They have a lovey outside seating area, and we had two chairs under their huge, beautiful persimmon tree. It was an unusual day weatherwise - hot, but with a few sprinkles of rain, perfect for their famous rose. The woman who poured our wine were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We also really enjoyed their Sangiovese, and ended up purchasing 2 bottles of the Rose and a bottle of the Sangio (one tasting fee waived w/ 3 bottle purchase). We heard a couple at another table say that this was a must-stop for them in Los Olivos, and it will definitely be the same for us. read more

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Stellar Syrah and Grenache and a gorgeous outdoor patio to help stay COVID precaution compliant! The hilltops Syrah in particular was a standout for me and they even have some carbonic wines that are pretty interesting to try! read more

Lovely wines, great service! Coming back in May and bringing friends! We found out about this winery from our hotel. They were serving it happy hour. It was the Santa Ynez Inn but has now changed its name. read more

We've been coming up to Santa Ynez from LA for wine tasting getaways for the past several years. Our friends are huge fans of Stolpman and after wine tasting with them here we totally understood the hype and immediately became members! Natural wines have been becoming more and more popular these days and we've been enjoying them a lot during the summer since they're served best chilled. When we found out that Stolpman opened up a Fresh Garage patio featuring their natural wines, we knew we had to try it asap. Ash, the manager who opened up the Fresh Garage Patio was not only extremely knowledgeable about the wines but was charming with a warm welcome. He made us feel right at home and couldn't have been kinder to us and our pups. The "Love You bunches" Sangiovese is definitely their most popular natural wine that is their best seller and for good reasons! But we also fell in love with the "Own Rooted Field Blend", a gsm that's 40% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache and 30% Syrah. We left with that blend and The "Syrah So Hot Right Now" because it was a perfect natural Syrah. These reds served chilled are a must in the summer heat and we'll be coming back here as soon as possible. Thanks guys for the great wine and great hospitality! read more

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Relaxing atmosphere on their outdoor patio. The service is always wonderful. Great place to finish the weekend. read more

Stolpman Vineyards - Outdoor patio wine tasting. Relaxing atmosphere with wonderful service. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Los Olivos, California

We had a lovely tasting experience here after coming from a spot in town which was not so lovely. The hostess seated us (reservation required) and moved seats for us once finding out we were two people and it was really hot to a nice comfy secluded spot. It was a small gesture that she had no idea went a long way since we just came from a place who was super rude to us when we asked to move and their establishment was empty! The wines here are some of my fav in the area. Their whites are great and Syrahs are incredible. Ash helped us and he was lovely and set it up so we could go to the vineyard today to enjoy one of the bottles we purchased. Can't wait to be back! read more

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