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Wine Region
Santa Cruz Mountains
27
wineries in this region
$27
avg. tasting fee
- Pinot Noir
- Chardonnay
- Cabernet Sauvignon
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How many wineries are in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Santa Cruz Mountains has 27 wineries listed on Spill. The number spans everything from small family estates to large-production facilities open to the public.
How much do wine tastings cost in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Across the 15 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a published fee, most tastings run $20 to $59 per person. Budget visitors can find options at the lower end. The higher-priced experiences generally include more pours, food pairings, or private settings.
What wines is Santa Cruz Mountains known for?
Santa Cruz Mountains is best known for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot. These varietals appear most frequently across estates in the region and reflect the area's climate and soil conditions.
Do you need reservations for wine tasting in Santa Cruz Mountains?
9 of the 13 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a stated reservation policy require one. Walk-ins are more common on weekdays. Weekends fill quickly, especially at well-known estates.
Are there dog-friendly wineries in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 7 of the 9 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a dog policy on record are dog-friendly, including Hallcrest Vineyards, Loma Prieta Winery, Wrights Station Vineyard & Winery. Most allow dogs on outdoor patios or lawn areas; a few allow them inside. Call ahead to confirm leash requirements.
Are there wineries with food in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 10 of the 11 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a food policy on record offer food alongside tastings. Having food while tasting helps you assess wines more accurately and extends the experience, worth seeking out, especially for longer visits.
Are there picnic-friendly wineries in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 11 of the 12 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a picnic policy on record have a picnic area. Call ahead to confirm outside-food policies: some estates allow you to bring your own provisions, others have restrictions. Arrive early on weekends for the best spots.
Are there kid-friendly wineries in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 8 of the 8 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a family policy on record are kid-friendly, including Pelican Ranch Winery, Burrell School Winery, Hallcrest Vineyards. These estates typically have outdoor space and a relaxed atmosphere suited to visitors with children.
Are there wineries with outdoor seating in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 17 of the 17 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with seating on record have outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent: the best outdoor tasting experiences are typically April through October.
Are there vineyard tours in Santa Cruz Mountains?
Yes. 3 of the 3 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries with a tour policy on record offer vineyard tours. Tour spots typically fill before standard tasting reservations, so book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Winery index for Santa Cruz Mountains
27 wineries, every one linked
- Byington Winery
- Beauregard Vineyards
- Ridge Vineyards - Monte Bello
- The Mountain Winery
- Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards
- Loma Prieta Winery
- Savannah-Chanelle Vineyards
- Zeppelin Winery
- Burrell School Winery
- Corralitos Ridge Vineyards
- Big Basin Vineyards
- Alfaro Family Vineyard
- David Bruce Winery
- Silver Mountain Vineyards
- Wrights Station Vineyard & Winery
- Newhouse Family Vineyards
- Three of Cups Winery
- Rhys Vineyards
- Muns Vineyard
- Poetic Cellars
- Pelican Ranch Winery
- McHenry Vineyard
- Clos Tita Winery
- Il Cuore Wines
- Griffins Crossing Winery
- Hallcrest Vineyards
- Saison Winery