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Fresno State Vineyards

Fresno State Vineyards

About Fresno State Vineyards

Fresno State Vineyards opened in 1997 as the first commercially bonded winery on a university campus in the nation. Every bottle is student-made, and the winery operates as a fully functioning business providing real-world experience for students. The portfolio spans Chardonnay, Muscat Canelli, and Pinot Gris, with recent releases including Santa Maria Chardonnay, Muscat Canelli Late Harvest, Pinot Gris, and Graduate's Reserve. Visit the tasting room at 2360 E. Barstow Ave., or the Wine Cellar inside the Rue and Gwen Gibson Farm Market at 5368 N. Chestnut Ave. Vineyard tours and food are available.

Tasting Experiences

Group Tours

Arrange a tour of the Fresno State Winery for your group by emailing winery_info@mail.fresnostate.edu

Wine Club

Alumni Vintner's Club supports the winemakers of tomorrow with a constantly evolving line-up of student made wines and alumni made wines

Varietals

ChardonnayMuscat CanelliPinot Gris

When to visit Fresno State Vineyards

Monday10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Good to know about Fresno State Vineyards

Can you visit Fresno State Vineyards? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Fresno State Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What wines does Fresno State Vineyards specialize in?

Fresno State Vineyards focuses on Chardonnay, Muscat Canelli and Pinot Gris. Signature bottles include Santa Maria Chardonnay 2024, Muscat Canelli Late Harvest 2024, Pinot Gris 2024, Graduate's Reserve 2024.

Do you need a reservation to visit Fresno State Vineyards?

Yes, Fresno State Vineyards requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 6, 2026).

Does Fresno State Vineyards serve food?

Yes, Fresno State Vineyards has food available alongside tastings.

Does Fresno State Vineyards offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Fresno State Vineyards offers vineyard tours. Options include Group Tours and Wine Club.

Where is Fresno State Vineyards located?

Fresno State Vineyards is at 2360 E Barstow Ave in Fresno, California. Phone: +1 559-278-6070.

When was Fresno State Vineyards founded?

Fresno State Vineyards was established in 1997.

What are Fresno State Vineyards's tasting hours?

Fresno State Vineyards is open Monday to Thursday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Where to find Fresno State Vineyards

Fresno State Vineyards is at 2360 E Barstow Ave, Fresno, California, United States.

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