It is an excellent place, good service and attended by its owner
Bill Jaeger
Holgate is the best because Rob is so entertaining.Rob remembers everyone's name and what drink you are on no matter how full the room is. And, of course, his wines are very good too!
Rafael C.
My favorite winery in Amador County. Makes me feel like I'm walking into a scene from Cheers. Great job Rob!
Baby J.
Very nice and comfortable tasting room in the oldest building in the smallest town in California. I learned that today. This is what wine tasting should be like. A relaxing and informative experience with the wine maker without pretentiousness. Very good wines and a nice price point. Highly recommend a visit.
Mary Firebaugh
Awesome owner, great wine...fun place...
Jamie Gabe
A few years ago I visited Rob’s quaint tasking room in downtown Amador City and fell in love with his wines. Rob’s passion for his wines shines through in each and every bottle. They are all delicious. So I went back a few weeks ago and picked up two cases with a mix of Rose, Cab, S&M, Chardonnay , and Sauvignon Blanc for my mom’s 70th bday party in the Bay Area. The wines where a hit. Thank you Rob for helping us select the best wines to go with our menu options. Hope to see you again soon.
gotalexis
It was our first time going there and we're so glad we did. The owners are incredibly welcoming and friendly, it was a great atmosphere. We really enjoyed their wines, great selection! It felt like we were at a friends house for dinner drinking wine. Can't recommend this place enough, you will not be disappointed.
Cheryl W.
We have stopped at this winery several times on our way to Sutter Creek, and always enjoy it so much we lose track of time. The wines are very good and Rob is an awesome host, who makes a great charcuterie tray. It usually becomes our lunch, and when paired with the wines, its a fun afternoon. The Barbera and Chardonnay are two of our favorites. Go see Rob at Holgate!!! He and his wines won't disappoint. Thanks Rob!
Margie M.
We found this place a couple weeks ago, and were so happy we did. The wines were really good, and they owner was very nice. We are looking forward to a wine pairing dinner, with their wines, at the Imperial Hotel this Friday! Check them out if you're in Amador.
Yup, another 5 star review here. Met the owner who was super responsive, very friendly and knowledgeable. This place wasn't even on our list of places to go but will be our first stop next time. They have AWESOME appetizers too!... unique and delicious!
Ryan Granchalek
Amazing little winery!!! Great wine great food and amazing staff...
Melissa Sell
Absolutely LOVE the wine and owners. When I say hospitality this is the place. Must visit when in Amador.
Ellen Garavatti
WONDERFUL wines that are thoughtfully made. In just a few minutes here you could tell this was “the place” to hang in Amador city. Our server/owner/winemaker was so friendly and made a point of connecting us with the local wine trail map. It seems that Rob (owner/winemaker/server) has made this place comfortable and welcoming for locals as well as wine travelers. Rob has red blends and varietal wines coming mostly from the Amador area (a few from surrounding AVAs), and out of the 7 wines we tried (6 on the rotating tasting list for just $5) every single one was so so so enjoyable. Think Rhône varietals: Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache, cab franc, and blends of the above. Joining the wine club was the second easiest thing we did that day (#1 being the tasting). We are so excited to have yet another reason to come visit “California’s smallest city”.
Sher K.
Really cute place with lovely wines and great service! We camped at 49er RV Village and never expected to find such a gem of a place!
It is an excellent place, good service and attended by its owner
Holgate is the best because Rob is so entertaining.Rob remembers everyone's name and what drink you are on no matter how full the room is. And, of course, his wines are very good too!
My favorite winery in Amador County. Makes me feel like I'm walking into a scene from Cheers. Great job Rob!
Very nice and comfortable tasting room in the oldest building in the smallest town in California. I learned that today. This is what wine tasting should be like. A relaxing and informative experience with the wine maker without pretentiousness. Very good wines and a nice price point. Highly recommend a visit.
Awesome owner, great wine...fun place...
A few years ago I visited Rob’s quaint tasking room in downtown Amador City and fell in love with his wines. Rob’s passion for his wines shines through in each and every bottle. They are all delicious. So I went back a few weeks ago and picked up two cases with a mix of Rose, Cab, S&M, Chardonnay , and Sauvignon Blanc for my mom’s 70th bday party in the Bay Area. The wines where a hit. Thank you Rob for helping us select the best wines to go with our menu options. Hope to see you again soon.
It was our first time going there and we're so glad we did. The owners are incredibly welcoming and friendly, it was a great atmosphere. We really enjoyed their wines, great selection! It felt like we were at a friends house for dinner drinking wine. Can't recommend this place enough, you will not be disappointed.
We have stopped at this winery several times on our way to Sutter Creek, and always enjoy it so much we lose track of time. The wines are very good and Rob is an awesome host, who makes a great charcuterie tray. It usually becomes our lunch, and when paired with the wines, its a fun afternoon. The Barbera and Chardonnay are two of our favorites. Go see Rob at Holgate!!! He and his wines won't disappoint. Thanks Rob!
We found this place a couple weeks ago, and were so happy we did. The wines were really good, and they owner was very nice. We are looking forward to a wine pairing dinner, with their wines, at the Imperial Hotel this Friday! Check them out if you're in Amador.
Great wine and food. Highly recommended!
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Yup, another 5 star review here. Met the owner who was super responsive, very friendly and knowledgeable. This place wasn't even on our list of places to go but will be our first stop next time. They have AWESOME appetizers too!... unique and delicious!
Amazing little winery!!! Great wine great food and amazing staff...
Absolutely LOVE the wine and owners. When I say hospitality this is the place. Must visit when in Amador.
WONDERFUL wines that are thoughtfully made. In just a few minutes here you could tell this was “the place” to hang in Amador city. Our server/owner/winemaker was so friendly and made a point of connecting us with the local wine trail map. It seems that Rob (owner/winemaker/server) has made this place comfortable and welcoming for locals as well as wine travelers. Rob has red blends and varietal wines coming mostly from the Amador area (a few from surrounding AVAs), and out of the 7 wines we tried (6 on the rotating tasting list for just $5) every single one was so so so enjoyable. Think Rhône varietals: Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache, cab franc, and blends of the above. Joining the wine club was the second easiest thing we did that day (#1 being the tasting). We are so excited to have yet another reason to come visit “California’s smallest city”.
Really cute place with lovely wines and great service! We camped at 49er RV Village and never expected to find such a gem of a place!