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El Vaquero Winery
Watsonville

El Vaquero Winery

About El Vaquero Winery

El Vaquero Winery in Watsonville produces hand crafted, small lot single vineyard wines. The tasting room outdoor patio opens Fridays 2-5 pm, Saturdays 12-4 pm, Sundays 11 am-3 pm. Bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Two wine club tiers anchor the program. The Cowboy membership ships 6 bottles four times yearly, with 20% off all bottles, glasses, and flights. The Ranchero tier offers 3 bottles per shipment, same frequency, at 15% discount. Pickups fall in February, May, August, and November. Both require a 2 shipment minimum. The wines are also available at 11 local retailers and restaurants in the Santa Cruz and Watsonville area.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting

Tasting by the pour available during regular hours (Friday 2-5pm, Saturday 12-4pm, Sunday 11am-3pm). Wine by the glass or bottle available on music event days.

Music Events

High-demand music events available with priority access for wine club members.

Wine Club Pick-up Parties

Wine club-only pick-up parties held in February, May, August, and November.

When to visit El Vaquero Winery

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Good to know about El Vaquero Winery

Can you visit El Vaquero Winery? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

Do you need a reservation to visit El Vaquero Winery?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery requires a reservation for tastings.

Does El Vaquero Winery serve food?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery has food available alongside tastings.

Does El Vaquero Winery have a picnic area?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery has a picnic area.

Is El Vaquero Winery dog-friendly?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery welcomes dogs.

Can you bring kids to El Vaquero Winery?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery welcomes children.

Where is El Vaquero Winery located?

El Vaquero Winery is at 18 Hangar Way Unit C in Watsonville, California. Phone: +1 831-607-8118.

What tasting experiences does El Vaquero Winery offer?

El Vaquero Winery offers Wine Tasting, Music Events and Wine Club Pick-up Parties.

What are El Vaquero Winery's tasting hours?

El Vaquero Winery is open Thursday, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Does El Vaquero Winery have outdoor seating?

Yes, El Vaquero Winery has outdoor seating.

Where to find El Vaquero Winery

El Vaquero Winery is at 18 Hangar Way Unit C, Watsonville, California, United States.

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