Cartecay Vineyards claims to be the oldest winery in the area. Truthfully, I can’t say I’ve liked any of the wines we tasted here, but they have a large following. If I were to go back, I would give their white wines a go. They have a very cozy tasting room and accommodating hosts. Most of their wines are from …
We love the wine here. Chateau Meichtry feels like a classic old-school winery. While we like everything we’ve tried here, the standouts are the Lineage Red Blend (70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Zinfandel, aged in French oak for 19 months) and the dry Riesling.
Ott is a part of our favorite winery pairings. While Ott is an excellent Winery with great wines that stand on their own, it’s located right next door to Buckley (which is our favorite all around). Ott has great live music on the weekends (in season) and has a great outside area with an adults-only section. Standout wines here for …
​Buckley Vineyards is our all-around favorite winery in the area! The staff are knowledgeable, warm, and welcoming, and all the wine we’ve tasted here has been excellent. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, with live music on the weekends. As a bonus, Buckley is located just minutes from Ott Vineyards, which is excellent in its own right. If you’re looking …
Just minutes from our cabin is Roo Mountain Vineyards. If you’re only doing one winery while you’re with us, this is the spot. Not only is it very close, but it’s also spectacularly beautiful, with great wines (heads up, families – Roo Mountain Vineyards is a 21+ facility). As you approach the vineyard, the expansive views of protected mountains and …