This Berkeley winery basically helped write the playbook for natural wine in America. Jared Brandt's been crafting expressive, low-intervention wines since 2004, letting the grapes do the talking.
Signature bottles include Pioneering producer of the first commercially released Pét-Nat in the United States, known for skin-contact white wines and lower-alcohol winemaking.. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Donkey and Goat is in Berkeley, CA, in the San Francisco Bay wine region. Phone: (510) 868-9174. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Donkey and Goat was established in 2004, giving the estate 22 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Donkey and Goat is led by Jared Brandt. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM | Friday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
