Had some time to burn in Davis a few weeks ago, and decided to stop by this small, boutique style…read moretasting room. I was pleasantly surprised and plan to make this a recurring stop whenever I'm in the area. I was helped by Joseph. He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable with all the selections. A basic tasting was only $20 and well worth it. The tasting areas a very quaint and comfy, plus there is outside seating as well. As for the wine, it was very good. My expectations were low, but Nashoba definitely impressed me. Even bought a couple of bottles to bring home. If you got the time, and feel like doing a tasting away from the normal wine regions, I strongly recommend Nashoba Wines.

We finished lunch and had some time to kill…read more We wanted to go to a bar but found Nashoba wines on Yelp instead. The owner greeted us at the front counter. He was friendly and knowledgeable. We bought a bottle of Tempranillo amongst the 3 of us. Before opening the bottle he poured us each a splash to try which I appreciated. The wine was good. We enjoyed it in an indoor sitting area. A nice finish for the day. If I'm in the area I would definitely come back.

We attended the food and wine pairing at Great Bear Vineyards. It is a beautiful property and was…read morean amazing date night and opportunity to meet others. There were six courses and all were excellent. The fish taco was my personal favorite. The wine was paired perfectly with the food selections and the service was excellent. I had chosen a pescatarian option and they were very accommodating. We even had the opportunity to talk with the owners. I've been to Great Bear Vineyards for National Charity League events as well as a couple of other events and food trucks. The experience is always relaxing and excellent food and wine!

Made a Yelp account just to leave this review!…read more We went to Great Bear Vineyards for their Valentine's day Chocolate and Wine tasting and had a wonderful time. Their chocolate/wine pairings complemented beautifully together and left us savoring each individual flavor. Afterwards we were visited by Jenny, a winemaker who noticed our cups were empty and offered us more wine to taste. Overall, a very pleasant and romantic experience. Would love to visit again in better weather (and when the grapes are in season)!

We came here for the special Sunflower Experience, it came with a wine tasting and a cool sunflower…read morethemed wine glass along with a pass to visit their sunflower fields! The two hostesses were so welcoming and pleasant! The bathrooms were beautiful and very very clean. You can bring your own food and the views are just to die for!

We had such a wonderful time at Turkovich Family Winery. Easy to get to from Davis or downtown…read moreWinters, plenty of parking, comfy seating AND they had misters to help keep us all cool. The charcuterie board was very yummy and the tour of the plant super interesting. To top it off, Chris did a marvelous job keeping the conversation flowing and the wine tasters coming and we worked our way through the generous list of whites and reds, leaving with several bottles of our favorites. Great value:)

Berryessa is a family-friendly beer garden that just happens to be having an identity crisis as a…read morewinery. It's a logistical masterpiece: a brewery and winery on one property, ample parking, a food truck, covered seating, and live music to drown out the chorus of "Are we leaving yet?" I opted for their wine tasting, which I can only describe as a "DIY Guessing Game." A cashier, doubling as a silent sommelier, poured a series of mystery liquids into my glass with the solemnity of a secret agent passing a coded message. What were the notes? The varietal? The tragic backstory of the grapes? The world may never know, as tasting notes were apparently classified information. The tasting is free if you buy a bottle, which is a brilliant strategy. By the end, you're so desperate for a label with information on it, you'll happily pay. It's the perfect spot to bring the family, enjoy the scene, and have a glass of... well, something red. Just don't ask what it is. It ruins the surprise.

This is for both the Beer & Wine Drinkers in your life! I had an awesome experience at Berryessa…read morewith a large group because this location has direct access to both their brewery and winery location. It is the best of both worlds! Additionally, this place is perfect for both large groups because there is plenty of seating outside. I got their wine tasting, which I highly recommend! Not only were the pours were of good size, the wine tasting fee is waived if you purchase a bottle. The difference between purchasing a bottle and the wine flight is less than ten dollars, so it is definitely worth it! Tips for visiting: There is plenty of parking, so don't concerned about that. The food options are pretty limited because they have one food truck, which I believe alternates. We got gyros, which were okay. If you have little ones, I might bring something else for them because the options are limited for them.

We always enjoy an afternoon at Grindstone to relax and enjoy some wine…read more The staff are always so friendly and welcoming. They know us by name and were always so good to our little dog. They have produced such great wines and no matter what type you are looking for they have something you will enjoy. We were there when the Brunch Box food truck was there. Ordered the deep fried ravioli and Grilled cheese with honey. There are plenty of tables and a park area for picnics and music in the park.

I hosted a party at Grindstone in the fall and it was just spectacular. The winery has terrific…read morewines to choose from. They provided everything that we needed from tables to cups to a big water dispenser and of course, working with Tierney was an easy and pleasant experience. Highly recommend.

Did you know you can ferment honey to make a wine? Yup. Honey, yeast and water fermented under an…read moreexpert eye makes mead wine. I recently enjoyed my first (and definitely not my last) dining experience at the HIVE tasting room and kitchen in Woodland, CA. I enjoyed it; the food was delicious and customer service on point. I went there with the intent of mead wine tasting but ended up not since I had driving duties. [Fun fact: mead wine has less alcohol content than grape wine.] Instead I ordered lunch and washed it down with their honey ice tea. The iced tea had a prominent honey taste. Hubs luved his, but my tastebuds were confused. Odd though because I luv honey and iced tea. We also ordered a Ruben sandwich $22 and an order of waffles. The sandwich was classic with the familiar flavors. Nice quality cut of meat, thinly shaved. The waffles $17 were topped with blueberries, slivered almonds, and orange blossom whipped ricotta cream which I asked for on the side. The ricotta cream was divine. The waffles tasted pretty darn good. However the pricing for both entrees seemed high for the serving size. But this is a type of place where folks can eat and linger to enjoy the grounds, atmosphere, and each other's company without anyone rushing you out. We enjoyed our meal out in the back outdoor patio. The landscaping is all organic with lots of pollinating and drought resistant plants and trees. The building is a zero energy building with an onsite brewing facility. The interior has a brand newish look and feel. There is a honey tasting and mead wine tasting counter, gift shop, and dining area. All of this is in an open floor plan. The indoor seating capacity is limited. The place can be rented out for events (such as a garden wedding), private facility tours. Plus they host community events. Take a peek at their website. Some events are free. Events range from tours, book readings, yoga classes, flower bouquet class, gardening... etc.

We visited The HIVE on a Saturday with two little ones. The setup is casual and family-friendly:…read moreyou order at the counter, seat yourself outside on a charming patio, and when your food is ready it gets brought out to you. The patio is adorable and the little shop inside is a fun bonus with honey and mead-inspired gifts. They also have a nice lawn area where the kids could run around, a huge plus for families. We had the Butternut & Sage Flatbread and the whipped goat cheese with roasted pear. Both were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. We also shared a mead tasting flight, it was fun to try something new, but I learned mead just isn't for me. We finished with a quick honey tasting, which was such a treat. They have so many varieties, we could have stood there forever sampling them all. A very fun and unique experience overall. Service was friendly and relaxed, and the whole place has a great, easygoing vibe. It's a little pricier than your typical casual lunch spot, but the setting, creativity, and family-friendly atmosphere make it worth checking out.

Always enjoy my visits here. They have good bubbles (my fave is their sparkling Rose - hints of…read morestrawberry) and this time they had a really good Roussane (white) that was a lovely fresh, clean palate that would compliment a good prosciutto and melon. Their Barrel aged Petit Syrah was on point, too....very jammy and bold - good with a steak. Got some aged gouda, almond honey, and crackers to round out our tasting...bellisima!

My fellow educators and I couldn't stay away from $1 wines! Of course we came hungry and much…read moredollars later we were full off their yummy pizza and brussel sprouts. Servers were kind but at times we had to flag them down. But who can say no to $1 wines??

The location is great! It's right along Main Street in "downtown" Winters. There are plenty of…read moreother businesses, restaurants, and other shops nearby. There is mainly street parking available but due to this city's small-town charm, you won't have an issue finding street parking. The service was spectacular. Our server/sommelier was very knowledgeable in the different wines. She came by multiple times to make sure we were satisfied. We ordered the tasting flight so that we could try multiple varieties. I loved how each had their own unique flavors. The interior is nice and modern with a slight rustic feel. There was calming music playing in the background. We had some crackers to go along with our drinks. The prices were also very affordable for the quality of the wine and the experience. Overall, I enjoyed my time here. Certainly recommend this spot and I will be returning. Bottom line/TLDR: excellent wine tasting spot in Winters!

Waiting for our reservation to be ready at a nearby restaurant, we decided to pop into L'Apero for…read morea quick tasting of fortified wines. Not only is the interior absolutely gorgeous (it's giving French-inspired vibes), the hostess who helped us was so welcoming and friendly. We shared a tasting (6 different samples was plenty to share) and each flavor was unique in its own way. We were so impressed by the tasting that we purchased a meyer lemon to take home. Highly recommend if you're in the area and want to expand your palette to something new and exciting!

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.

I would like to take this opportunity to recognize Gippy from Bros Liquor store on Olive Dr.,…read moreDavis. It is always a pleasure to hear Gippy's warm and friendly voice when I call the store. His customer service is excellent, always, and he makes it easy for me to communicate with 'the store'. His connection with store customers is notable, and really appreciated. Best to you Gippy, pamalisa

Ill challenge you to find a better liquor store than bros liquor!…read more I Stopped by bros liquor yesterday. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the owner Gippy. This dude is as hospitable as can be. He let me know about all of the upcoming releases they are getting and so much more. He told me about this " new era" store pick that he had. I was a little skeptical because it was a $100 bottle, but Gippy reassured me that if I didnt like it he would refund me my money. Well after having a sip. He was right. Its phenomenal. I was also able to pick up a brand new and highly sought after Elijah Craig that not many stores in California have received yet. The selection at the store is great, the prices are solid, and the customer service is top tier! Lastly, to top it off Gippy threw in a free glass to enjoy this delicious whiskey in.