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Rough & Ready Vineyards

Rough & Ready Vineyards

About Rough & Ready Vineyards

Rough & Ready sits at 1400 feet in the Sierra Foothills, where a family-owned boutique winery tends vines entirely by hand across Penn Valley in Nevada County. The program centers on Sangiovese, Zinfandel, and Petite Syrah, with the Rosé Sierra Foothills 2020 a notable expression, blending all three varietals. Outdoor seating and food are available. Guesthouse lodging is offered.

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Varietals

SangioveseZinfandelPetite Syrah

Visiting Rough & Ready Vineyards

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Not listed
Tasting room
No public tasting room

When to visit Rough & Ready Vineyards

Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Good to know about Rough & Ready Vineyards

No, Rough & Ready Vineyards does not operate a public tasting room. It's a production-only or by-allocation label, so its wines are found through retail, restaurants, or a mailing list rather than an on-site visit.
Rough & Ready Vineyards focuses on Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah. Signature bottles include Rosé Sierra Foothills 2020. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Rough & Ready Vineyards has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Rough & Ready Vineyards is in Rough & Ready, California. Phone: +1 530-432-7375. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Rough & Ready Vineyards has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find Rough & Ready Vineyards

17860 Cattle Dr
Rough & Ready, California, United States of America

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