Testarossa is the best winery in downtown LG. As such, it's a must do. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's historic, it's beautifully set, it is well maintained and cared for, and the tasting room staff is excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] On top of that, the wines are very good to excellent. You must go if you're wine tasting or having lunch in LG. read more

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We absolutely loved our visit to this beautiful historic winery! The history behind the property was fascinating and made the experience feel even more special. We really enjoyed learning about its past while taking in the charm and character of the winery. The wine was excellent as well, which made for a wonderful afternoon. We had such a great experience and will definitely return! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very pleasant ambiance especailly on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Live music is nice but too loud to converse in a normal voice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

If you're looking for a true South Bay gem tucked into the Santa Cruz Mountains, this place should be at the top of your list. They focus primarily on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir--and honestly, that works perfectly for me. It's worth knowing upfront, but what they do, they do very well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The tasting experience is awesome with inviting indoor and outdoor spaces, plus an on-site restaurant that makes it easy to linger and enjoy the food, wine and the setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The main reason I came back was for their Pinot Noir, which I've loved in the past--and it absolutely delivered again. If you find yourself in the Los Gatos area, make sure to add this winery to your itinerary. They also offer membership with some genuinely nice perks, which makes repeat visits even more alluring and enchanting. Until next time--what are you waiting for? read more

9/8/24 Zach and I decided to try out Testarossa winery. We made a 4:15pm reservation and what's a plus is that they are dog friendly. Their parking lot wasn't full when we got there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After we located the entrance, we walked past the patio which looked really nice, but we were told that the outdoor seating os only for club members.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Indoors is for both non-members and members, but you don't have anywhere to sit inside, only stand.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our wine connoisseur that day was Ayisha and she was very friendly and helpful. The wines itself were just okay for us. read more

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We had the pleasure of attending the Harvest Dinner, which featured a five-course menu with wine pairings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the entrance and passed appetizers to the seated dining experience, everything felt elegant and thoughtfully curated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The intentionality behind each dish was clear and really elevated the evening. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We've also visited in the summer for wine tasting, and the outdoor seating is absolutely lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The years have rolled on, and Testarossa only continues getting better. Their menu is now entirely updated and offering a variety of delicious options! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The live music is always so much fun - so glad to see it's a regular occurrence now.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Chef continues to knock it out of the park at Harvest dinners, Farm to table events - I even celebrated my birthday there and the catering was top notch. And of course - the wine, the wine is outstanding and don't fail to ask for that list of library wines, there are some real finds there! read more

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Over 15 years I've been here countless times, as a member, a guest of a member, for corporate events, and special occasions. An underrated local gem. Testarossa is named after founder Rob Jensen who got the "red head" nickname while studying in Italy during college. It started in 1993 and moved into the former Novitiate Winery in 1997 which originally built in 1888, making it one of the oldest continually operating wineries in the US. Rob and everyone I've interacted with has been very nice and highly knowledgeable. They make you feel at ease, even if wine you don't know much about wine. Speaking of which, Testarossa is known for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. I don't drink much white but can vouch for Diana's Chardonnay. On a recent visit, I enjoyed the following: 2021 Niclaire Pinot Noir, 2021 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir, and 2021 Fogstone Vineyard Pinot Noir. The Fogstone has lots of interesting flavors which are more apparent if you air it for a while. Hang out in the tasting room, the private dining room, or on the deck. All nice experiences. read more

Testarossa Winery - Front room - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

A charming, elevated tasting experience tucked into the hills of Los Gatos. Testarossa Winery blends old-world character with modern sophistication. Set in a historic novitiate building, the setting is as memorable as the wine itself--stone walls, twinkle lights, and hillside views create the feeling of a hidden European retreat. The wines are the real draw, particularly the Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays--nuanced, well-balanced, and expressive of the Santa Lucia Highlands and other standout vineyards. The staff is warm, knowledgeable, and refreshingly down-to-earth--no trace of pretension, just genuine hospitality. This isn't a casual, drop-in kind of place. Tastings are by reservation, and the vibe leans curated over leisurely. Pricing reflects the experience--well worth it for a special afternoon, but definitely in premium territory. One area that could use improvement is the acoustics on the JRS Terrace. The lively atmosphere often tips into noisy, making it hard to carry on a relaxed, grown-up conversation. Parking can be a bit tight, and the serenity can slip on busy weekends--but overall, Testarossa offers a refined and memorable wine tasting experience that still manages to feel inviting. Would happily return--especially for one of their food and wine pairing events. read more

Testarossa Winery - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Super knowledgeable staff, beautiful location, really cool wine room with a very old school vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The restaurant was perfect for a little bite and to try more of the wines we liked during the tasting. Service was a bit slow but we didn't mind. Will definitely be back. read more

Located in the Los Gatos/Santa Cruz hills is this winery. I either forgot or just never noticed. You need to muster through downtown LG to get here. Parking is all over, kind of like at Villa Montalvo. It's next to the Jesuit care facility. I was told that this winery used to be the wine made for Catholic mass, I don't know if it still is? My friend put together a Galentine's meetup. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside and had appetizers, shared two bottles of wine. It was very nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Second part, my friend made reservations for wine tasting inside what I call the cave. This is the part I remove stars. You need a reservation in order to wine taste. Staff were rude at first about where we were placed for our tasting. Testarossa will waive your fee if you purchase a wine club membership. In the old days of wineries, if you purchased one bottle, your tasting fee was waived. Last issue was I didn't want to wine taste after sitting outside in the sun earlier. I asked for a small glass of wine that I would pay for. That almost took heaven and earth to get. Felt like I was breaking the law. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walkaway of this place, go here to enjoy the outdoor dining. It's less of a headache than the wine tasting is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Remember to make a reservation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]No matter what, this place is beautiful![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] That's where I give it a pass. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bathrooms are located in these super nice trailer portables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We were in California and specifically stayed in Los Gatos so we could visit Testarossa. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had a great time at this beautiful venue.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We signed up for a wine tasting, and really enjoyed it. The person pouring did a great job walking us through the wines, and was super kind to switch out some Chardonnays for Pinot noirs since I'm more of a Pinot girl. Something to note is they only have Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. We ended up signing up for the wine club and look forward to enjoying more Testarossa wines in the future! read more

I've had a membership here for about 2 years and really enjoy the perks that it offers. You get free wine tasting 363 days of the year and can also bring guests with you for a free tasting. This tasting entails 5 pours of wine and usually revisiting a pour you enjoyed most. They take indoor and outdoor reservations (outdoor is only for members). Indoor reservations are only standing (unless you need an accommodation). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is always temperature controlled and served pretty quickly, even when it's busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Outdoor is very nice as well, service can be a little slower but definitely more comfortable for me since we could sit down.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a restaurant on property which is also decent and a great place to be able to try wines with food. read more

Our group of nine had a reservation at Testa Rosa Winery, and unfortunately the experience was extremely disappointing from start to finish. We were served by Diane, who was consistently short, dismissive, and rushed with our entire group. From the moment we arrived, it felt like she wanted us out the door. We asked multiple times for crackers to accompany our wine tastings, and instead of simply bringing them, she told us we could "just eat over at the bistro." After asking again, she finally brought one tray--despite us clearly requesting two. She also told us she had arranged a table for us at the bistro after pushing us out of the tasting room, but when we arrived, the bistro staff had no idea about any reservation. Thankfully, they were kind enough to accommodate us, but it certainly wasn't because of her. The tasting itself was equally frustrating. Diane didn't take any time to explain the wines, rushed between pours, and brought the next wine before several of us had even tasted the one in front of us. It felt like a constant push to finish quickly and leave, instead of an enjoyable, guided tasting experience. What made this even more disappointing is that our group is made up of married couples who regularly plan outings, tastings, and events together. We support local wineries often -- but after this experience, we will never return with our couples group. The tone, behavior, and lack of hospitality made us feel unwelcome, and it cast a shadow over what should have been a relaxing afternoon. Most of our group are people of color, and the energy from her made it feel very much like we weren't wanted in that space. Whether intentional or not, her attitude made the entire visit uncomfortable. To top it off, we were forced to pay gratuity for service that was genuinely poor. This was not the level of service or respect anyone should experience at a winery -- especially one that prides itself on hospitality. We will not be back. read more

I was here a few weeks ago for a friend's bachelorette, with a group of 7. My friend made reservations for the wine tasting and for some time on the patio by the wine bar. The tasting was an ok experience for me. You can choose between the regular tasting ($25) or the premium ($45). The majority of our group opted for the regular tasting since we're not big wine drinkers, but it felt like the person serving us was a little judgy about it. She mentioned a few times that the premium wines were "much better" than the regular ones, as if that wasn't obvious from the naming, and seemed more enthusiastic about serving and describing those wines to the friends that chose a premium tasting vs the regular. She also brought up their membership a few times, not in a rude way or anything, but it was still a little annoying when I was trying to focus on the wine and my friends. It also felt a bit cramped in there since we were all standing by the bar next to other groups, with very little room in between. This made it hard to talk to anyone that wasn't standing directly next to me. I would have preferred if there was some kind of seating or a smaller limit on reservations so that groups could be spaced out. We ended up buying a bottle of red wine from the premium tasting menu to bring out onto the wine bar patio with us. Our experience out here was great, especially compared to the awkward tasting. We sat at a small circle of benches, which was perfect for group conversations since we could all face each other. Our server was super nice, and even let us know that there was no pressure to leave by the end of our reserved time slot since there was enough empty seating for other parties. We ordered the cheese plate and really enjoyed it. Our red wine choice (Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir) was pretty good, and after finishing it we ordered a bottle of white wine (Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay) which I enjoyed as well. I will say that I'm not a big wine drinker so take my opinion with a grain of salt. I would come back with friends to grab a glass of wine and a charcuterie board, but I probably wouldn't do the tasting again. Also wanted to mention that you have to climb stairs from the parking lot to the patio area. I'm not sure if there's an accessible route available. read more

Testarossa Winery - White wine and cheese plate - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Amazing location for any style of event. Food is delicious, [[HIGHLIGHT]]indoor and outdoor settings are breathtaking[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I've really come to love this winery... so much so that I joined the wine club! The wines are very enjoyable and immediately drinkable. I'm a fan of pinot, so it works well for me. I appreciate that they offer so many options on the wine club. You can kind of do as much or as little as you want and can tailor to your particular liking. For example, I do reds only and when I got a bit backed up on wines at home, I was able to scale back to smaller shipments for a bit. They're very accommodating. As for visiting the winery, it's always a great time! We love being able to sit outside to enjoy some beautiful wines in the summer. I recently took some friends from out of state to do a tasting in the main room and they loved it. Everyone who works there is just so nice and welcoming, and they are excellent at sharing their knowledge about the wines. A great place to visit! read more

Visited for the first time a few weeks ago. I can't believe I never visited before despite being an SJ native! Tasting: Fun for a local wine tasting experience, but the tasting room was full of gnats and old/dirty. I would probably skip the tasting next time and just hangout at their wine bar. The state of the tasting room does make me wonder just how clean the wine processing area is, and how many gnats get processed into the wine.... The lady guiding our tasting was friendly and knowledgeable on all their wine offerings, and shared with us the history of the winery. The wine bar: Spacious outdoor patio with wine available by the glass or bottle. We opted for a glass of our favorite from the tasting and shared a charcuterie board. Great local spot for when you don't want to make the trek to Napa for wine tasting, just keep in mind the experience is nothing like the quality you get in Napa Valley. read more

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Incredible tasting and experience at Testarossa this last week again. We were in town visiting family and it is obvious why our brother and his wife are such loyal customers of Testarossa. The wine is that good. Diane, who has been at Testarossa for four years, knows here stuff, and is extremely friendly. She tasted us on whites, roses and reds. The Diana's Chardonnay was so good. Thank you Diana and Testarossa for treating us so well and serving such phenomenal wine. read more

Lovely place! The atmosphere and service were great, making for a very enjoyable experience. While I do wish there were more healthy food options on the menu. Overall, I had a lovely time and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend for a cozy and pleasant outing! read more

Testarossa Winery - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

This "winery" is 3 operations in one location. A wine bar, a restaurant, and a tasting room. We visited the restaurant and the tasting room. Unlike other "winery restaurants", Bistro 107 does not offer wine pairing with its foods. The wine list, of course, featured their own wines and they are on the expensive side. Pinot Noir, the only red wine varietal, are all more than $100 for non-members. We had 2017 Rincon and that was very delicious. The foods, however, were on the meh side. Considering the average price was about $30. It was a bit disappointed not being able to sample the wines. We must make a reservation to the tasting room on the spot. Good thing a slot was available. While that's a bit awkward, we went. Only to find out non-members were "standing only." We couldn't lounged outside to enjoy the good weather. Sigh... There were two options: classic ($25) and the other ($45). Both started with 2 same Chardonnays. The classic had 2 more minor and the other 3 (different pinot). The server was knowledgeable, friendly, and instructive. At the end, we chose not to join the club or buy any wine. If you were into wine tasting, come for that. As a restaurant, it is not a bad experience, only not quite matching the prices. read more

Following up on my last review as it was 3 years ago, things have changed since as I did move away but am visiting my parents. My family and I had a very negative experience this time. The host, Shelby, was extremely rude right away due to my family and I coming without a reservation. Very unfortunate that the type of service has changed. read more

Testarossa Winery - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

The staff is RUDE, especially my experience as a guest an event. Everyone looks like they didn't want to be there and the manager of events lead, blonde woman-- very rude. Food was also not great. I already hate Los Gatos but this place confirms that. read more

This was by far the *worst* wine tasting experience I've ever had. Not only was the wine subpar, the service was rude, inattentive, and condescending. We waited nearly 30 minutes (probably an underestimate) just to get our check with no wine in our glasses. Aaaaand the prices are ridiculous for the poor quality wine! No, thanks! Won't be back. read more

This winery is a joke as far as service and experience. The cost of a tasting ($30 or $50) can't apply to a bottle purchase which is already tagged at a higher price. In addition, the tasting person asked us openly for a tip which was completely undeserving. Finally, they charged our card after purchasing $180 and then once we were leaving the parking lot, the person ran yelling we haven't paid when we saw him charge our card. What kind of a business/winery are they operating? read more

As a few reviews stated, wine and food are good but service is rough. I see the winery asking for more info on this- to help out, I attended a private party where guests were celebrating with a dinner. Minimal drinking (so not being rowdy at all!)and normal socializing. Almost every group reported how rude the waitstaff and staff in general was. Even after we (the guests) went above and beyond to be polite and all genuinely wondering what we did to upset everyone. it was like folks were angry about working there and taking it out on the guests that evening. we asked for things such as a second serving of food in our buffet "no! There isn't enough!" Could we try this wine during wine tasting? "No that's special wine and not for you." [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's really Cold would it be possible to get a space heater? "Does it look like that is my job? That is someone else's job stop asking me."[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Yikes I never want to return. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Awesome food and wine tasting fabulous ambience with great service[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], food was so awesome I ordered black garlic shrimp omg it was so tasty , still while writing this review my mouth is watering, visiting this place is memorable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fabulous food and awesome atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We stopped here while driving down from San Francisco to San Jose. We didn't have a wine tasting pre-booked and they couldn't accommodate us for a tasting last minute since it was a Saturday and they were hosting a wedding (which is understandable). They do have a separate outdoor space for those who want to just a glass or two of wine and munch on some snacks. We opted for this and really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. There were other couples and families there with children so it seems family friendly! read more

Testarossa Winery - Charcuterie board - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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This place is chill! If you are in Los Gatos for a brunch/lunch, it's convenient to stop by here for an easy afternoon with some wine and charcuterie board at the patio, under the shades of nice looking trees. So let's make it clear, there are two separate areas for wine tasting and Bistro 107 where you can buy wines by bottle or glass plus ordering some snack foods, but there's no wine tasting service at the Bistro. The funky thing about their space for wine tasting is that the beautiful outdoor space is only reserved for wine club members. If you are not a member, you can only do wine tasting indoors. Well, my opinion is that you just limit yourself from encouraging people to become members. Yesterday was my first time there, if I haven't tried their wine yet, it would be challenging for me to become a member be able to sit at their beautiful patio space designated for wine tasting for their club members. Now to the wine, I'm not loving it. The pinot isn't smooth enough for me, and after you drink it, no noticeable flavors/fragrance is left for me to ponder. And to the food, they only have 3-4 different charcuterie boards and burrata salad, that's it! It's a showing on their board that there will be more food options at the Bistro available this summer, but we are halfway through summer and it's still not available. I will say food option is there we point plus the quality is just an A-OK. I still give it a 4 star because the ambiance of the bistro patio is super nice and beautiful to hang out with loved ones. read more

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What a great experience we had Bistro 107 is a must see Great wine and beautiful ambience The chef did an amazing job If you are looking for a special place to visit Go there read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Yummy appetizers and ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was okay. We ate in the evening. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bring a coat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Little flies.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thanks! read more

We went to check out the winery having lived in Los Gatos for 2 years and being about 2 miles away. It's an easy drive from Los Gatos downtown. We live in the area so it's very normal views for us. The first day we went in Missy helped us and she was nice, explained everything well, had a personality and must importantly did not push us hard to do anything. We became members. Went back and were helped by Diane. Wow, the push to buy became so strong even though we were already members ( they have 2 tiers ). It was uncomfortable. We left quickly as we were there to hang out not be sold to non stop. Ready to write it off, we went back and were helped by Missy again. Back to chill and calm no high pressure sales tactics. The wine here is nice, we are bigger fans of red , the Pinots are flavorful and the import Cab is nice too. Lesson look for missy if you go up here. read more

Went here for my birthday for a wine tasting and it was amazing! The place was as easy to find and the vibes were so cute and quaint that it did not feel like we were Los Gatos. For the price, the wine selection was very tasty and the staff member was great in explaining the wine and its notes. My group also received a charcuterie board and we finished it so fast since everything was yummy when paired with the bottle we bought. Definitely recommend for a cute girls day! read more

Testarossa Winery - Enjoy a private, salon-style tasting of five Testarossa wines paired with artisan cheeses - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

The wine choices were impressive Ambiance was good Service excellent Place friendly to have a good time read more

Recently visited with my husband and mother for a fun outing after a friend recommended this place to me. It's tucked away, but very close to downtown LG at the same time. I booked a reservation for tasting online, and the process was extremely streamlined from start to finish. I got a text reminder a few days beforehand, and I didn't have to pay until the tasting concluded. As a plus, there's also lots of parking in an actual parking lot. During the tasting, we tasted five wines. My favorite was a one with notes of watermelon, which was a really unique offering. Tasting is fine inside, but I'd like to try the wine bar outdoors next time (this doesn't require a membership, but outdoor tasting does it seems). Our sever Miguel was friendly, polite, informative, and not the least bit pushy. He told us dogs are even welcome to join next time. I'll definitely be back! read more

Testarossa Winery - Tulips - Wineries Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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Visited this place with my cousins back in September 2023 and it was definitely a cute lil place. I'm not a wine connoisseur or anything but it was a perfect spot for wine tasting and catching up! Service was great, I missed the name of the lady who served us our wine testing flight but she has been doing this for so long and just loves what she does overall so he was SUCH a joy to have and meet! Maybe would visit here again for a special occasion but it's more of a once in a while thing! read more

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My first time at Testarossa. The service and knowledge was top notch. So much gratitude to Peter who was Amazing!! I joined and look forward to our tour in February. Wines were excellent and look forward to enjoying more good times with my friends at Testarossa. read more

World class wines. Stellar service. Great food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Couldn't ask for a better experience. What are you waiting for? Make a reservation now for the tasting room, then go out onto the patio at the Bistro 107 for some killer pours and bites. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dogs welcome on the patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tip: bring $, because after you taste their wine, you will want to take at least one bottle home. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting was beautiful in the cave and my daughter and daughter in law supplemented the long table with a runner, flowers and balloons which made the table much more beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our dinners were fabulous and the service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The only constructive feedback were for the bathrooms, which were dated, not very clean and a little awkward due to the slope/step in the women's room[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Wine is pricey and food is a no go for me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very pretty place outside but inside feels like a dungeon[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].