About Crystal Basin Cellars
Tastings $15 to $20 per person · Reservations required · Open every day, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
An award-winning winery in Apple Hill housed in a building with serious historic cred, it was literally the second licensed winery in El Dorado County after Prohibition. Grab a seat on their patio and soak in the vibe of a place that's been doing this since 2000.
Tasting Experiences
Wine Tasting
Daily wine tastings available at both Placerville and Folsom locations
Barrel Tastings
Join for wine tasting and barrel tastings
Wine Club Events
Exclusive member-only events and tastings for wine club members
When to visit Crystal Basin Cellars
Monday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Good to know about Crystal Basin Cellars
Can you visit Crystal Basin Cellars? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Crystal Basin Cellars has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What is Crystal Basin Cellars known for?
Crystal Basin Cellars is known for outdoor seating, old-world charm and family-run.
What wines does Crystal Basin Cellars specialize in?
Signature bottles include Multiple Gold medal winners at major competitions.
How much is a tasting at Crystal Basin Cellars?
A tasting at Crystal Basin Cellars costs $15 to $20 per person (from their website, September 6, 2026). Tasting $15 · Cost $20.
Do you need a reservation to visit Crystal Basin Cellars?
Yes, Crystal Basin Cellars requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 6, 2026). Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.
Does Crystal Basin Cellars host group tastings?
Yes, Crystal Basin Cellars hosts group tastings.
Where is Crystal Basin Cellars located?
Crystal Basin Cellars is at 3550 Carson Rd in Camino, CA, in the El Dorado wine region. Phone: (530) 647-1767.
When was Crystal Basin Cellars founded?
Crystal Basin Cellars was established in 2000.
Who makes the wine at Crystal Basin Cellars?
The winemaking at Crystal Basin Cellars is led by Mike Owen.
What tasting experiences does Crystal Basin Cellars offer?
Crystal Basin Cellars offers Wine Tasting, Barrel Tastings and Wine Club Events.
What are Crystal Basin Cellars's tasting hours?
Crystal Basin Cellars is open every day, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Does Crystal Basin Cellars have outdoor seating?
Yes, Crystal Basin Cellars has outdoor seating.
Has Crystal Basin Cellars received notable recognition?
Multiple Gold medals at major competitions.
Where to find Crystal Basin Cellars
Crystal Basin Cellars is at 3550 Carson Rd
Camino, CA, United States of America, in El Dorado.