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Ventana Vineyards Winery Monterey
Monterey Winery
Owned by a small group of local growers who have lived and worked in this region for generations, Ventana produces fruit that is the envy of winemakers from California to France. We continues to provide grapes to top winemakers who are looking for a unique source of world-class grapes while continuing efforts to raise the bar and Ventana in the forefront of world-class wines. Ventana is judged against the best in the world, and welcomes that comparison, for Ventana is the most award-winning single vineyard in America.
Monterey Tasting Room
Wine Tasting
AN ENLIGHTENING EXPERIENCE:
A visit to our tasting room provides the opportunity to Experience, Taste and Learn about our wines, our “research” vineyard (a study of cold-climate viticulture) and our history. Viticultural leadership in wine making has become a hallmark at Ventana; we invite you to come in and see why. As "The Home of the Most Award Winning Vineyard in America", Ventana Vineyards represents a wine heritage that has brought acclaim, attention and awards to the magnificent grapes and wonderful wines made here in Monterey County.
Taste wines that are unique to Ventana Vineyards and Meador Estates, such as “Magnus” (a Bordeaux blend), “Due Amici” (50% Cabernet Sauvignon/ 50% Sangiovese), Beaugravier (a Rhone style blend of Syrah and Grenache) and Dry Rosado (a Spanish style Dry Rosé). You also cannot miss the other classic reds, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Grenache Noir and white varietals, such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, plus many more. It’s a taste experience you won’t forget!
OUTDOOR CHARM:
Surrounded by beautiful pine and oak trees, the Ventana Patio is splashed with color and fragrance from the potted flowers. Bench seating and tables surround an open-top fire place, creating for you the ultimate cozy experience. The intrigue of the Old Stonehouse Historic building, built in 1919, is sure to make an enjoyable visit. Picnic lunches are encouraged!
INDOOR ELEGENCE:
Relax and enjoy World Class Wines in a new intimate room within the historical Stonehouse at the Ventana Vineyards Tasting Room. The focal point of this luxurious room is a hand carved Burmese thirteen and a half foot grape motif table with seating for fourteen guests. Elegant draperies and a Parisian tapestry are gently illuminated by firelight. The room is finished off with groupings of family and vineyard photographs and large format wine bottles.
Featuring:
• Complimentary, educational wine tasting, with a friendly, knowledgeable, courteous Tasting Room Staff.
• Join the Ventana’s Family Estate White & Red Wine Club
• Gift shop items
• Only 5 minutes from the Monterey Airport. Its fast and easy to fly direct to Monterey.
• Just minutes away from Downtown Monterey and Carmel
• Just down the road from Laguna Seca Golf Course and Laguna Seca Race Track. Stop by before or after the races or a day of golf.
• Private wine tastings for groups of 8 or less are available in the beautiful, French style Salon du Vin or on our outdoor patio! (Please call for appointment)
• Open from 11:00am to 5:00pm daily (11:00am to 6:00pm from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)
Tasting Room Directions:
Directions to our Monterey Tasting Room:
Open 7 days a week, 11am-5pm
(11am - 6pm during Summer)
Address: 2999 Monterey-Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940
Directions from Scenic Coast Highway 1 - San Francisco
Take Highway 1 South to Santa Cruz. Keep on Highway 1. Follow all signs South to Monterey. Once in Monterey, follow the below directions: Highway 1 North or South
Directions from San Francisco 101 - South
Take Highway 101 South. Keep going South, watch for Prunedale Exit. The off ramp reads: Highway 156 Exit towards the Monterey Peninsula. This will connect you with Highway 1 South. Follow the below directions: Highway 1 North or South
Directions from Southern California Highway 101 - North
Going 101 North until you arrive in South Salinas. Take the first exit that says Monterey Peninsula. This takes you through the town of Salinas and will run into Highway 68 West (which is also called the Monterey/Salinas Highway). Drive approximately 20 minutes. When you reach the intersection of Canyon Del Rey (Highway 218), watch for signs on the right hand side of the road for Ventana Vineyards and Tarpy's Restaurant. Pass Jack in the Box, do not turn into the shopping center entrance, and take the second right into the Ventana Vineyard's Tasting Room and Tarpy's Restaurant Parking Lot.
From Highway 1 - North or South
Exit Highway 68 East Salinas (towards the Airport). Go past Olmsted Road (Monterey Airport) towards Salinas. It is 2.81 miles from Highway 1 to our entrance and .7 miles from Olmsted Road to our entrance. Watch for the white billboard on the left hand side of the road after you pass Olmsted Road. As soon as you see this billboard, turn on your left blinker to get ready to make a left turn at the entrance to Ventana Vineyard's Tasting Room and Tarpy's Restaurant between two concrete lightposts. You will see a pond - Park!
From Downtown Monterey (Monterey Marriott)
Go South on Calle Principal toward West Franklin Street (.03 miles). Turn Left onto West Franklin Street (.14 miles). Turn Right onto Washington Street (.14 miles). Washington Street becomes Abrego Street (.18 miles). Turn left onto Fremont Street (.55 miles). Merge onto Highway 1 North/Highway 68 East. Follow the above directions: Highway 1 North or South
From the Steinbeck Center in Salinas
From the parking lot turn Left onto Salinas Street. Go 3 stop lights and veer Left onto Main Street. Stay in the Right Lane and turn Right onto South Main Street. Go 1.5 miles to Blanco Road. Continue on South Main Street/Highway 68. Drive approximately 20 minutes. When you reach the intersection of Canyon Del Rey (Highway 218), watch for signs on the right hand side of the road for Ventana Vineyards and Tarpy's Restaurant. Pass Jack in the Box, do not turn into the shopping center entrance, and take the second right into the Ventana Vineyard's Tasting Room and Tarpy's Restaurant Parking Lot.