“If I had to name the greatest estates in California, at least two, possibly three, would come from the Santa Cruz Mountains. These rugged hillsides above Silicon Valley are home to some of the most distinctive, pedigreed Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs and Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines readers will come across. ” -Antonio Galloni, Wine Critic, Vinous
“If I had to name the greatest estates in California, at least two, possibly three, would come from the Santa Cruz Mountains. These rugged hillsides above Silicon Valley are home to some of the most distinctive, pedigreed Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs and Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines readers will come across. ” -Antonio Galloni, Wine Critic, Vinous
CINNABAR WINERY
Cinnabar is a family owned winery that reveres winemaking as a form of modern-day alchemy-the blending of science with a touch of nature’s magic. Rooted in the Santa Cruz Mountains at our lively Saratoga Tasting Room, we partner with local growers to coax the transformation of the finest California grapes into distinct and delightfully approachable wines.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux Blends, Rhone Blends, Zinfandel
Tuesday – Thursday: 12pm to 6pm
Friday & Saturday: 12pm to 7pm
Sunday: 12pm to 6pm
Last tasting 15 minutes prior to closeDirections
Phone: (408) 867-1012
Website: www.cinnabarwinery.com
Owners: Jack & Karina Mudd
Winemaker: George Troquato
CINNABAR WINERY
Cinnabar is a family owned winery that reveres winemaking as a form of modern-day alchemy-the blending of science with a touch of nature’s magic. Rooted in the Santa Cruz Mountains at our lively Saratoga Tasting Room, we partner with local growers to coax the transformation of the finest California grapes into distinct and delightfully approachable wines.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux Blends, Rhone Blends, ZinfandelTuesday – Thursday: 12pm to 6pm
Friday & Saturday: 12pm to 7pm
Sunday: 12pm to 6pm
Last tasting 15 minutes prior to closeDirections
Phone: (408) 867-1012
Website: www.cinnabarwinery.com
Owners: Jack & Karina Mudd
Winemaker: George Troquato
COOPER-GARROD ESTATE VINEYARDS
A fun bunch of 4th and 5th generation cousins who enjoy growing grapes on land farmed by the family since 1893 and making lovely, nuanced estate wines. CCOF Certified Organic Vineyards, CCSW Certified Sustainable Vineyards and Winery. Come taste wine where the grapes are grown – A Destination Worth Knowing!
Varietals: Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Bordeaux and Rhone Blends
Monday – Friday: 12pm to 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 5pm
Directions
Phone: (408) 867-7116
Website: www.cgv.com
Owners: The Cooper-Garrod Family
Winemaker: Bill Cooper
COOPER GARROD VINEYARDS
A fun bunch of 4th and 5th generation cousins who enjoy growing grapes on land farmed by the family since 1893 and making lovely, nuanced estate wines. CCOF Certified Organic Vineyards, CCSW Certified Sustainable Vineyards and Winery. Come taste wine where the grapes are grown – A Destination Worth Knowing!
Varietals: Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Bordeaux and Rhone BlendsMonday – Friday: 12pm to 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 5pm
Directions
Phone: (408) 867-7116
Website: www.cgv.com
Owners: The Cooper-Garrod Family
Winemaker: Bill Cooper
EDEN ESTATE WINES
Eden Estate Wines is a family-owned winery located in an eastern valley of the Santa Cruz Mountains, just minutes from Saratoga, California. With the goal of creating the highest quality Cabernet Sauvignon, the wines are sourced solely from organically grown estate fruit, harvested by hand, and bottled onsite.Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon
Availability: By Appointment Only
Directions
Phone: (408) 868-9500
Website: www.edenestatewines.com
Owner: John Couch
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
EDEN ESTATE WINES
Eden Estate Wines is a family-owned winery located in an eastern valley of the Santa Cruz Mountains, just minutes from Saratoga, California. With the goal of creating the highest quality Cabernet Sauvignon, the wines are sourced solely from organically grown estate fruit, harvested by hand, and bottled onsite.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon
Availability: By Appointment OnlyDirections
Phone: (408) 868-9500
Website: www.edenestatewines.com
Owner: John Couch
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
HOUSE FAMILY VINEYARDS
House Family Vineyards is a family-owned and operated business located on our 73-acre family compound above Saratoga, California. Our House Family Estate Wines are made from grapes grown in our Old Oak Vineyard located on the property. We also make wine with grapes sourced from hand picked California vineyards with complimentary terroir, farmed in the same high-touch style we employ on our own estate.Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Saturday & Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
Friday: 3pm to 8pm
Directions
Phone: (800) 975-7191
Website: www.housefamilyvineyards.com
Owner: Dave House
Winemaker: Jim Cargill
HOUSE FAMILY VINEYARDS
House Family Vineyards is a family-owned and operated business located on our 73-acre family compound above Saratoga, California. Our House Family Estate Wines are made from grapes grown in our Old Oak Vineyard located on the property. We also make wine with grapes sourced from hand picked California vineyards with complimentary terroir, farmed in the same high-touch style we employ on our own estate.
Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotSaturday & Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
Friday: 3pm to 8pm
Directions
Phone: (800) 975-7191
Website: www.housefamilyvineyards.com
Owner: Dave House
Winemaker: Jim Cargill
MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDS
Planted in infertile Franciscan shale, the vineyards are 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean and enjoy a cool, but sunny climate above the fog line. Harvest normally begins in the first weeks of September and finishes around the end of October, occasionally going into early November. The combination of a long growing season and naturally low yields allows slow, steady maturation of the grapes and the concomitant intensification of their flavors. This process is enhanced by vertically training the vines to maximize the exposure of the grape clusters to sunlight and by thinning the crop, when necessary, to ensure yields do not exceed two tons per acre.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon
Hours: Reservation RequiredDirections
Phone: (408) 867-5832
Website: www.mounteden.com
Owners: The Patterson Family
Winemaker: Jeffrey Patterson
MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDS
Planted in infertile Franciscan shale, the vineyards are 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean and enjoy a cool, but sunny climate above the fog line. Harvest normally begins in the first weeks of September and finishes around the end of October, occasionally going into early November. The combination of a long growing season and naturally low yields allows slow, steady maturation of the grapes and the concomitant intensification of their flavors. This process is enhanced by vertically training the vines to maximize the exposure of the grape clusters to sunlight and by thinning the crop, when necessary, to ensure yields do not exceed two tons per acre.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon
Hours: Reservation RequiredDirections
Phone: (408) 867-5832
Website: www.mounteden.com
Owners: The Patterson Family
Winemaker: Jeffrey Patterson
RIDGE VINEYARDS
Nestled high up in the northern reaches of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and surrounded by historic vineyards, our Monte Bello Estate offers guests an unparalleled opportunity to experience our exceptional single-vineyard wines.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Rhone Blends, Merlot, Petite Sirah 
Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 4pm *Open to Public*
Monday – Friday *Reservation required*Directions
Phone: (408) 867-3233
Website: www.ridgewine.com
Owner: Otsuka, U.S.
Winemaker: Eric Baugher
RIDGE VINEYARDS
Nestled high up in the northern reaches of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and surrounded by historic vineyards, our Monte Bello Estate offers guests an unparalleled opportunity to experience our exceptional single-vineyard wines.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Rhone Blends, Merlot, Petite Sirah
Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 4pm *Open to Public*
Monday – Friday *Reservation required*Directions
Phone: (408) 867-3233
Website: www.ridgewine.com
Owner: Otsuka, U.S.
Winemaker: Eric Baugher
SAVANNAH CHANELLE VINEYARDS
Savannah Chanelle Winery is focused on Burgundy varietals, especially the noble Pinot noir grape. Whether from our estate or from one of our vineyard partners, Savannah Chanelle sources only the finest quality fruit for the production our wine.Varietals: Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel
Sunday – Monday: 11am to 5pm
Directions
Phone: (408) 741-2934
Website: www.savannahchanelle.com
Owner: Mike & Kellie Ballard
Winemaker: Anthony Craig
SAVANNAH CHANELLE VINEYARDS
Savannah Chanelle Winery is focused on Burgundy varietals, especially the noble Pinot noir grape. Whether from our estate or from one of our vineyard partners, Savannah Chanelle sources only the finest quality fruit for the production our wine.
Varietals: Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel
Sunday – Monday: 11am to 5pmDirections
Phone: (408) 741-2934
Website: www.savannahchanelle.com
Owner: Mike & Kellie Ballard
Winemaker: Anthony Craig
THE MOUNTAIN WINERY
Visit The Mountain Winery Tasting Room and bask in Old World ambience. View historic Ansel Adams pictures that were taken of our property in the early days and imagine what Saratoga Village might have been like in the 1900s.Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Thursday – Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
Directions
Phone: (408) 741-2822
Website: www.mountainwinery.com
Owner: Chateau Masson
Winemaker: Jeffrey Patterson
THE MOUNTAIN WINERY
Visit The Mountain Winery Tasting Room and bask in Old World ambience. View historic Ansel Adams pictures that were taken of our property in the early days and imagine what Saratoga Village might have been like in the 1900s.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Thursday – Sunday: 12pm to 5pmDirections
Phone: (408) 741-2822
Website: www.mountainwinery.com
Owner: Chateau Masson
Winemaker: Jeffrey Patterson
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