Loved this place. Loved the wines, loved the owners, and loved their sweet dogs that wander the…read moreproperty. We happened by this place on a Saturday afternoon when Google suggested we might like it as we drove through Gilroy. It was colorful, the live music was great, and we sat right by the vines while I had some wine, the kids played bocce ball and corn hole and drank sparkling apple juice, and we enjoyed the food we packed in (they had pizza available on site, but we had our hearts set on on garlic fries). I wish I lived here cause I'd be a regular.

Such a cute winery with the best vibes! The owners are super friendly and they let their sweet dogs…read moreroam free. I came with family on a rainy saturday and the owner made some complimentary lentil soup for everyone - so good! Despite the cold weather everyone stayed comfortable with the warm outdoor heaters. The wine was delicious btw. They also had live music which was such a nice touch! Everyone was very kind and hospitable.

First time surpassed my expectations beautiful location, friendly staff definitely will be back!…read moreSpecial Thank you to Dawn for service with a smile

A Great Spot for Pizza, Less So for Wine…read more We came here for a birthday party. The place is nice, and the staff is more than friendly. One heads-up: you can't bring your own drinks, not even water, since they want you to buy theirs. That would be fair if they offered a full selection, but they don't carry sparkling water, which we're big fans of. They serve pizza on weekends, and I have to give a shout-out here: the pizza was great! Crispy crust, good cheese, and a nice hint of garlic. Now for what could be better. At a winery, you'd expect some good wines. Sadly, not here. The white selection was limited to Pinot Grigio. It was a bit watery but pretty good, and unfortunately they ran out of it. This year's Rosé has the sweetness of unfermented grape juice. It's so heavy you can barely drink it without diluting it with water. The red, Cask 140, is the most expensive on the list. I don't think I've ever tasted such a dense red. If you're hoping for nuanced flavors, you won't find them here. Everything is overpowered by prune, and it's very tannic. So of the three wines we tried, two I'd never order again, and the one decent option ran out. Honestly, this place feels more like Fortino Pizzeria than Fortino Winery.

Best Movedre ever. Roussane and Aubade are my 2 favorite white wines. Each wine is curated…read morecarefully with very distinct notes. Jeff has hit the mark with his wines. Most varietals used are from local vineyards in Gilroy, supporting local economy. The winery may not have the most scenic location but once inside the winery and taste his wines, you will be happy you made the effort.

Me and my family stopped here on our way to San Jose. You pass many winery's that seem hard to get…read moreto as they are right off the freeway. You gotta be alert for them. We ended up finding this spot just on Apple Maps and it looked really cute. When you get there, there will be the cutest black and white dog roaming around. Her name is Noe! She is part of the winery and comes to great you at your car. What great service! The inside of the winery is very simple and cute. They have a big patio to sit outside with your drinks. I will say, I am usually a sweet wine person and we were told there were no sweet wines at this facility. Nonetheless, we did a wine flight just to try! The wines were very smooth, none were really my taste though. Again, preferring sweet wine this was a bit to adjust to. However, my family who got red wines and actually like red wines loved it! The star of the show for me was actually a peach cider they have! I usually don't like ciders either, but this one was so delicious and refreshing! I wish I had just got a couple of those. Overall, service and everything was great! The man was very knowledgeable and friendly. Noe was an exciting part of the experience. And the cider was so amazing! I would come here again on another Cali trip.

We hosted a retirement luncheon today at Kirigin Cellars for a couple of colleagues, and it was an…read moreabsolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. The clubhouse setting is beautiful with stunning views that made the day feel extra special. The caterer recommended by the winery was fabulous - everything was delicious and perfectly coordinated. The wine was also exceptional and reasonably priced. A huge thank you to Dhruv and his incredible staff. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Throughout the planning process, they were prompt, responsive, and genuinely interested in making our event memorable. Kirigin Cellars created such a magical and unforgettable celebration for us. I highly recommend it for any special occasion!

Kirigin is our new favorite winery in Gilroy and Monterey bay!!! Simply amazing wine and even more…read moreamazing wine clubs!! They have a huge selection of reds and their desert wine is to die for. They also host large events. I absolutely love the ambiance of the tasting room, which includes a very long tasting bar for those crowded days. By all means, allow a couple of hours for this tasting, you'll enjoy your time here. The downside, I'm currently living in MN and there's no shipping offered to that state, otherwise we would have joined a wine club.

Had such a nice afternoon tasting at Sarah's Vineyard! We came right as they opened on a Sunday in…read moreSeptember and had the whole place to ourselves. We had our choice of indoor and outdoor seating, and opted for the nice covered outdoor patio. They had a good amount of seating in each area, and had a lot of shade outside, which is absolutely necessary in Gilroy. The patio and grass area was very pretty, filled with lots of plants and even a sculpture. The property is also next to a plant nursery, so that added to the beauty even beyond their property line. We were helped by Melissa, and she was great! They had two tasting flights of 4 wines to choose from on our visit, one of which included a white and reds, while the other was all reds. They did also have some extra bottles open, so they were able to make an all white wine flight for one in our party. The pours were a good size, enough to really get a feel for the wine and share a taste with others. Two of us ended up taking home the same bottle of pinot noir.

Sarah's has great wines. And the facility is nice and comfortable. There are many places to sit…read moreoutdoors. And the staff are easy to talk with.

Arrived noon on a Wednesday, Dana was running the place by herself. Snack tray was really just a…read morebasket of packages. We also order standard tasting flight and found a table outside. We were the sole party in a cozy, a bit warm, surrounding. Very pleasant for friends to chit-chat away a couple of hours. In addition to the standard 5-items, she gave us two "bonus" pours: a light white wine and a bubbly. Services were well paced. We were not hurried and did not wait long for the next pour. The wines were quite drinkable but not really memorable. Syrah and Cara Mia, a Bordeaux blend, were more enjoyable. Chardonnay was steel barreled and therefore not oaky what-so-ever. I think that's a cost consideration, instead of a wine-making decision. I would probably not trek an hour to visit this place again. I bet locals enjoy this place essentially as a bring-your-own-foods outdoor bar.

Had such a great time at Solis yesterday! The wines were delicious, the staff was friendly, and the…read morepatio view is the most beautiful site. We were there on a Saturday and there was a Chick n Bros food truck, live music, and charcuterie plates for sale for just under $30! (an incredible deal)! Lovely way to spend the fall day with friends.

Very friendly owner, beautiful grounds, and great wine. I especially enjoyed the red wines that I…read moretasted. Great spot in Gilroy.

Great Winery that just keeps getting better…read more Exceptional wines and great service - such a warm and welcoming staff make the visit even better. They pour great wine and with the beautiful setting of property... it is outdoor seating, but on a nice California day - life is great! They have both white and red wines - my personal favorites are the Pinots... but I'll drink them all. They allow you to bring your own snacks to enjoy while tasting. So make a picnic of it.!!And... they allow dogs. . Would I go back? Always!!

We enjoy coming to this winery from time to time. We've been here @ least a handful of times. It…read morehas wonderful views and has nice outdoor seating. So, it is perfect for a nice sunny day. In terms of drinks, we usually order the sangria to share as @ least one of the options. Then we usually play some bocce ball as well. It is actually perfect for a double date and have a game of 2v2. If that doesn't float your boat, there's also a spot to play bean bag toss as well. You'll need to ask the staff for all the playing equipment though. But don't worry there isn't any additional charge. :) I definitely recommend this winery if you happen to be close-by. Or if you just want a change of scenery. Or maybe you like friendly competition to pave the road to become a bocce world champ. Or you might just be tired of your daily pickleballing. Then, please feel free to intentionally drive over. :)

Hosted my daughter's Bridal Shower at Miramar and it was the perfect venue. From the setting, the…read morewine and the amazing staff. Big shout out to Debbie and Ed. Trying to plan the shower and living out of the area, Miramar made everything so simple and stress free. They were so accommodating and went above and beyond helpful. If you are looking for a venue to host a celebration, Miramar Winery is definitely the place to pick!

We had such an amazing time at the first annual Crab Boil at Cottage Creek! The winery is a…read morebeautiful venue during the day, but being there before sunset was just magical. The family style table with traditional butcher paper was casual and elegant at the same time, somehow. We made new friends with the couples around us, too. The crab boil was delicious, a twist on traditional southern style with yummy artichoke along with endless crab legs, sausage, corn and potatoes. The salad grazing table was artistic and chock full of locally sourced vegetables and fruits. California Inspirations always sources has the highest quality fresh ingredients, and it showed. The Shawn Yannis duo played such a broad ranges of genres, the perfect background to a casual and friendly vibe. They were a vibe. And can't forget the amazing wine! Our choice of a glass of wine was included, and we got another bottle between the 3 of us for dinner. And making friends meant we were invited to "help" them with the bottle of wine they didn't want to finish! Can't wait until next year!

We attended the crab feed and had a great time listening to the band--they were really good and…read morewere definitely the highlight of the evening. The food was okay, but the crabs were quite small and the servings seemed limited. The ticket included only one small glass of wine, and any additional drinks had to be purchased separately. At $150 per person, I didn't feel the event provided good value for what was offered. While the entertainment was enjoyable, I personally would not attend again at that price point.

Loved the carefree atmosphere at this winery and vineyard on a Sunday afternoon. There was a range…read moreof seating options available for enjoying the beautiful setting, including high tables and stools, picnic tables in the grass, and comfortable adirondack lounge chairs with wide armrests that could be used as tables for our wine glasses and flight boards. The venue features live music regularly. Hank Terlaje entertained the crowd with lovely renditions of iconic tunes in various genres, like soft rock and pop, country, and oldies. He performed an awesome song list on the guitar and vocals, including Elton John's Tiny Dancer, Phil Collins' In The Air Tonight, I Can't Tell You Why by the Eagles, Dream On by Aerosmith, Come Together by The Beatles, Listen to the Music by the Doobie Brothers, and Total Eclipse of the Heart. He even took song requests and had the crowd singing out loud to classics like Sweet Caroline. We did the premium tasting, consisting of six different wines for $25. There were various snacks available for purchase, like dried fruit, trader joe's chocolate bars, pita chips, and even dog treats too. But we stuck with the wines, sampling a syrah, dornfelder, merlot, and red blends. So many layers of flavors. My fave was Bella's Reserve Merlot (2021). We purchased a bottle of Sophie's Estate red blend to take home as well. Nothing too fancy about Verde Vineyards, but we had a positive experience and appreciated everything this place had to offer.

Always a great experience there -- their wines are smooth, balanced, and genuinely enjoyable every…read moretime.