Great winery with lots of history! I popped this cab from 1997! It has aged incredibly well. I…read morehave also spent time with the owner. Great guy, and great wine. Well done, sir!

Cool winery surprise! Driving over to Pt Reyes on a…read moregorgeous Sunday noticed this pleasant winery & Inn run by lovely couple Steve & Molly Doughty. Pleasantly surprised to find vintage Pinot Noir, '02'12 Cabernet Sauvignons, Chardonnay -oh my! The proprietors are delightful in regaling the history of this rare find; special blends for local rockstars The Grateful Dead-not for sale; delightful garden tasting & picnic area surrounded by happy hummingbirds & families enjoying the very pleasant atmosphere. Do stop in for a Tasting & buy some of their fine wines @ most reasonable prices & say hi! You'll be happy!

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!

Gordon Hull built his "meadery" from scratch, love and best-work local employees that also…read more(obviously) are "LIVE" people that bring the love of their/this "unique" land -- the incredible Pt. Reyes and Inverness natural environs -- to living color. He, in his epicurean farmers-neighbor's traditions relish the "art of great homegrown, local ... 'food' ...". So, "SHUUuu. (!!)". ... it's a 'secret" ... along with much of SFBay Area northern environs as well ... UnForgettable.

The mead was delicious! The gardens were so beautiful to walk around and see all the flowers. The…read moreperson manning the counter was very kind and knew a lot about the mead. They also have lots of cute merch including honey which we bought! If you buy 3 bottles they waive 1 tasting fee.

Cazadero makes some absolutely delicious wines. Their Parameter King Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay is…read moreoutstanding and so is the Bei Ranch Chardonnay. As a big fan of Pinot, I'm looking forward to trying their Parameter King Ridge Pinot Noir. I know some awesome Pinots come from Cazadero. The owner, Frank, is a very friendly man. Give it a try, and you won't be disappointed.

From the owner: Our Gold Medal winning Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons have been honored with 76 Gold & Silver…read moreMedals at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Comp, New York Finger Lakes International, Women's International and Monterey Wine Competitions, The Sonoma County Harvest Fair, Sunset Magazine, Orange County Fair and the Grand Harvest Awards. We sell in many local Grocery Stores, Wine Bars, Restaurants, Specialty Shops and Our Website. To name a few of the places we like to sell out Wine at are: Bottle Barn in Santa Rosa CA, Wilibess in Petaluma CA, Big John's in Healdsburg CA, Fircrest in Sebastopol CA, Cazadero General Store in Cazadero CA and Sophie's Sellers in Duncans Mills CA.

This was for our 23rd wedding anniversary, so as a treat, I decided to invite my husband and close…read morefriends to lunch. While working in St. Helena, I could never find an opening in a reservation, so here was a great opportunity now that all of us are retired. Our friends live in Clear Lake while we live in Vallejo, so this is a central place to meet. It was the best decision I made because every year for the past several anniversaries, we've gone to Cache Creek to C2. Their food and service is excellent because my husband enjoys poker, but I thought a change of scenery would be nice. And it was! Firstly, it was very kind of the staff to present us with a greeting card signed by everyone -- how sweet and thoughtful! We will cherish that! Secondly, we were very impressed with how the food/wine was locally sourced. It was incredible to hear the story about Custom, the Bull, and taste the difference between the Highland beef compared to Angus. Our waitress was "Erica S." She was engaging, personable, and very informative. My husband and I would definitely like to return to return to experience the dinner menu! We and our guests had the following dishes: Artichoke appetizer Arbororio Biscuits & Gravy Two Cheeseburgers Three Bloody Mary's Farmstead Margarita When they found out it was our anniversary celebration, the house sent over four glasses of complimentary champagne and a dish of dessert -- again, very sweet and kind of them I now understand why so many crowds flock to this restaurant! It's well worth the wait! If you have not experienced a meal there, you must definitely go now!

I was really excited to try this restaurant for the first time, especially for Mother's Day, and…read morewhile the food itself was excellent, the overall experience was disappointing enough that I would not return. From the beginning, there seemed to be constant miscommunication between staff. We specifically booked an outdoor reservation and were seated inside instead. While mistakes happen, it set the tone for the rest of the evening. The bigger issue involved the wine and corkage fee. We purchased a bottle directly from the market associated with the restaurant and were told by the employee there that the corkage fee would be waived if we bought their wine. When we sat down, our server Sara told us that was not true and that we would still have to pay the fee. I explained what we had been told, and when she asked if I wanted a manager involved, I said yes. Before the manager even arrived or clarified the situation, the server opened our bottle of wine. In the silence and confusion, I reasonably assumed the fee issue had been resolved. Then the manager came over and told us we would still be charged and implied that nobody at the market would have told us otherwise. The way it was handled made my husband and I feel like we were being accused of making the whole thing up, which was especially upsetting on Mother's Day. At that point, the bottle was already opened, so we were essentially stuck paying the fee regardless. Between being seated incorrectly, the poor communication between employees, and how dismissive the situation felt, the service completely overshadowed what should have been a special meal. The rest of the service we felt ignored and there was minimal effort to accommodate. Great food alone is not enough to justify returning when the hospitality experience feels this frustrating and unprofessional.

An amazing company run by two amazing woman. I was impressed by their professionalism and how easy…read moreit was to order a wonderful barrel of meritage for my holiday party. I recommend them for any restaurant, private party, or for a home filled with wine lovers. I look forward to ordering another barrel the next time I have an event. My guests loved the presentation!

Green Barrel Wine provided the wine at my organization's big anniversary Gala, and everyone loved…read moreit, because the wine is delicious, and the fact that they are environmentally sustainable another huge bonus. They were professional, delivered the wine on time and explained to us how to load the wine into the cool barrels. They were really friendly and wonderful! The wine is very affordable for this level of quality, and it's so much easier to serve than opening a million bottles! I highly recommend Green Barrel wine for your business or next event!

Completely a 5 star experience. We had the pleasure to talk with many team members of the vineyards…read moreand they were so very accommodating and kind. We learned a ton about the wines, wine club and the beautiful properties. Everything we tasted was spectacular and we can't wait to visit again.

This place was absolutely amazing! Hank and Melissa were absolutely fabulous and were extremely…read moreknowledgeable of wine and Star Wars. The experience was beyond compare to several wineries I have visited. We were treated so authentically amazing and got to taste some amazing wine! Can't wait to go back!

We stopped by this adorable winery on a whim to escape the rain. As soon as you go up the small set…read moreof stairs you're greeted by a beautiful upstairs barn loft space. It was quite a unique experience and the wine tender was very knowledgeable and even gave us an extra tasting. At $30 a flight it was one of the most expensive tastings we did while on our trip up the PCH.

We absolutely love visiting this winery and are proud members here. We are always treated with…read morefriendly staff and sincerely enjoy the atmosphere. The charcuterie served here is out of this world! The wine tasting never lets us down and we are consistently pleased with all varietals served (although pinot noirs remain our favorites!) Be warned- it's rustic here, but you need to just go with the flow. The bathroom situation is just as rustic as the barn. It's all part of the charm!

Twining Vine is the best! There is nothing like it in Castro Valley and exactly what it needs. The…read moreatmosphere is quaint, relaxed, and welcoming, perfect for families, friends, and -- yes, it's dog‑friendly too. It isn't flashy or crowded. It's serene, grounding, and quietly stunning--a place that invites you to slow down, take a deep breath, and savor both the wine and the moment. From the moment you arrive, the owners will make you feel like old friends. Their passion for what they do truly shines through, and the service is friendly, attentive, and never rushed. You can tell this is a labor of love, not just a business. The wines are fantastic--with something for everyone. I love the chardonnays and my bf loves their wine slushies. Very refreshing on a hot day. Another plus is you can bring your own food as long as there is not an event taking place where they serve food. Be sure to check their website calendar before you arrive. If you're looking for a one of a kind place in Castro Valley, that is beautiful, relaxing, family‑run, and genuinely special, this is it. It's the kind of winery you want to bring all your friends, and recommend without hesitation. Highly recommend.

I've lived in the East Bay for over 20 years and just recently discovered this hidden gem thanks to…read morea friend. Tucked away along the winding backroads of Castro Valley, this charming winery feels like a little secret escape. It's quiet, secluded, and has a really welcoming vibe. The staff was super friendly and made us feel right at home. I learned the winery has been around since 2003 and produces around 1,000 cases a year. All sold exclusively at the vineyard. We did a tasting that included a sparkling, two whites, two reds, and ended with a fun slushy rosé. Honestly, I liked every single one which never happens for me! After the tasting, we didn't want to leave. The setting was so relaxing, we ended up opening one of the two bottles we bought and spent the rest of the afternoon soaking it all in. A few tips if it's your first time: tastings are only offered on the second and fourth weekends of each month. There's a $10 tasting fee for six wines, but it's waived if you purchase a bottle (which are very reasonably priced at around $16). They don't sell food, but you're welcome to bring your own, something we'll definitely do next time. So glad we found this place such a peaceful spot, just minutes from home. We'll definitely be back!

We had a wonderful visit here!…read more It is a beautiful setting, but still low-key and not pretentious at all. All the employees are grounded, friendly, and very knowledgeable. We also got a tour of their Italian winemaking equipment. The food was surprisingly good. Found out later that the chef has a Michelin pedigree. My filet was amazing! It came with bone marrow which was unique and very tasty. The views are incredible. The vineyards...Mt Diablo and the views of the clear night sky with low light pollution are breathtaking. Go for the scenery, stay for the wine and the food.

This was our first time at Shadowbrook, and unfortunately our last…read more The service was absolutely disappointing especially considering there's already a 20% service charge. When we first arrived we were seated right away and given waters immediately by our lovely host, after being seating it took 15 minutes for our waiter to even look at us and when she did she said "Do you know what you want to drink?", this was our first interaction. It took about 20 minutes to receive our wine and when she brought it to us she never let us taste the wine before pouring it, which I have never experienced at any other winery. After leaving it took an extra 10 minutes to receive our order of French fries, luckily the water machine was right next to us so whenever we needed a refill we could just get up and get it ourselves! We almost asked them to not even bring out the bread because it had been 45 minutes after ordering before it came to our table. I think we would have been more understanding if it was a busy night but it was the complete opposite. I could have driven all the way to Napa, been served, eaten a full meal, then home with my teeth brushed in bed by 8, but instead I'm at Shadowbrook waiting for my bread. Overall the food was great, the wine was excellent but the service was absolutely horrific! We felt overlooked and unwelcome from the start. Our server barely acknowledged us and gave the impression that we weren't worth her time while serving others next to us with enthusiasm. Unfortunately the 20% service charge did it for me, I wouldn't mind paying if it was worth it, if I could tip our waitress less I would.