Today was a perfect winter day to visit Sycamore Ranch Winery; sunshine, great wine, music along with a perfect patio ambiance. A flight of five wines was enjoyed by all. We highly recommend Sycamore Ranch Winery.
Chad Weinberger
AMAZING wines and AMAZING owners. This place is such a a hidden gem on the mountain!!!!
Timothy Isbell
Excellent experience. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Great wines and ciders. Beautiful facility.
Corinne Brunn
My husband and I have been wine members for years. We absolutely love the wine and enjoy our wine tasting when we can make it. Richard is a very talented wine maker and it is always a pleasure to get to visit with Elizabeth. Alisha is a wonderful hostess. I highly recommend an outing to SRV.
Yolie A.
Our visit to Sycamore Ranch was very pleasant. Alicia was soo very helpful and she was so nice to talk to. She really has knowledge about the wines and our afternoon spent there was amazing. The patio and grounds are so beautiful and picture perfect backgrounds for cute fun photos while you're there. There are heaters outside that make it very comfortable. The ladies did the wine tasting while the men enjoyed the hard cider tasting and my husband said it was the best hard cider he ever tasted. We ended up buying 3 bottles of hard cider and 2 bottles of wine. We will definitely be coming back for a visit. Great lil Gen in the mountains, perfect place to spot on your way to Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear or just a lil day trip up the mountain for a perfect peaceful winery experience
Daryn U.
Absolute gem of a place! My boyfriend & I were on a weekend getaway in Running Springs, and found this spot as a little afternoon trip. He's a huge wine enthusiast, and while he's always down for a good glass of red I'm more of a whites/rose girl. Everytime they brought out a new red, I loved it more than the last (we ended up taking home a few bottles!). The team working was sweet & informative, and the little patio space was relaxing and quiet. If you go, make sure you pre-order the cheese box. It was the perfect added touch!
Katrina V.
Came into town for a bachelorette weekend, and grateful I found this gem to book for our group. Had such a lovely time here, and especially great service. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The drinks were delicious, the ambiance was really pleasant, and the location was nestled into the perfect spot on the mountain. We tried the cider and were all very impressed by the light crisp taste of each pairing. Highly recommend!
Peace In Pain
Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
Living Peaceful
Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
Kimberley K.
Sometimes, when you live in such a fun place as Palm Springs, you want to press the EJECT button and land somewhere else....even if briefly.... or momentarily.... ANYTHING to be able to get oneself OUT of oppressive 110 degree heat. Its only going to get hotter (with no relief in sight). I scanned the map as thoroughly as possible and specifically chose anything that is in the "UP DIRECTION". Beam me up Scotty...becuase I simply just want to get the "hell out of here". I stumbled upon Sycamore Ranch Vineyard & Winery in the Lake Arrowhead region in this process and although its officially mapped as Crestline, I knew I had found an answer.Upon arrival, I found the winery bustling with activity. Every seat outside and at the small bar area inside was occupied. Carefully maneuvering my car between two others, ensuring I wouldn't block anyone in... I hoped out of the car and gingerly walked toward one of the buildings that had no markings on it. Eventually I did walk to the correct area and upon looking around I could see that there were no more tables or seats left anywhere. I had hoped to secure a table outside but were informed that they were all pre-booked. More groups continued to arrive as I was trying to find a place to even sit or stand.The lone employee, managing the crowded scene, directed me to a grassy spot under the shade of gigantic pine tree near the patio area. Reluctantly, I settled onto a picnic blanket, carefully balancing a glass of wine. Although my alcohol consumption is minimal to none these days, I simply longed for an excuse to be amidst the towering pine trees of the beautiful California Mountains and relish this blissful 74-degree weather.As I reclined on the blanket and gazed at the sky, the scent of grass, the whispers of the breeze, and the warmth of the sun enveloped me. Immersed in the ambiance, I closed my eyes, allowing my thoughts to wander. Questions flooded my mind--was this where I truly wanted to be? Was I making good life choices? Where could I improve? How could I become a better person?Yet, amidst the swirling thoughts, the prevailing realization was that I felt utterly content in that very moment. The worries of the world slipped away as I embraced the serenity of my surroundings. It didn't matter where I was or what others thought. What truly mattered was the tranquility within myself.
Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
Brittany P.
What a wonderful unexpected gem. We love wine tasting and were excited when we heard about Sycamore Ranch. I have to say I was more excited to just go wine tasting and didn't have any expectations on the wine. The wine is delicious everything is top notch. The owners absolutely care about the quality of the wine and it is shown in every variety. We have been twice now and on both occasions had a wonderful experience. The tasting area is beautiful and the staff is so friendly. I would highly recommend the wine to anyone you cant go wrong.
Phil W.
Friendly people, beautiful setting and, of course, excellent wines and ciders. What more could you want? We will definitely be back!
Dr ED M.
Got a tasting for both wine and cider. We purchased the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon. Wow. Sourced from Frankel Family Vineyards and Live Oak Vineyards in Paso Robles and produced at our winery in Crestline, California, this full bodied and juicy wine opens with aromas of figs, dates, cherries, black currant, cinnamon and subtle essence of spearmint, eucalyptus, and pine forest. On the palate the aromas merge with soft baking spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, rounded out with aromatic flavors of spearmint and eucalyptus in an intriguing, layered finish. Aged in 50% new and 50% once used French Oak barrels for two years prior to bottling.80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 10% Petite VerdotThen for the cider we got the cyser. Its apples with wildflower honey aged in Hungarian oak. Its dry. Lightly carbonated. I really like sitting on the grass. The service is A plus and the ambiance is chill.I will be coming back!
Kiara C.
Such a cute place to enjoy wine and cider with companions! Honestly recommend. The area was amazing located in the mountains, surrounded by trees and greenery. Had a place to park, and you walk into a cute little garden that leads to patio area where we are dined and educated on the wines made there! Went to celebrate for my birthday and our host was amazing! Would go again(: thank you!!
Today was a perfect winter day to visit Sycamore Ranch Winery; sunshine, great wine, music along with a perfect patio ambiance. A flight of five wines was enjoyed by all. We highly recommend Sycamore Ranch Winery.
AMAZING wines and AMAZING owners. This place is such a a hidden gem on the mountain!!!!
Excellent experience. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Great wines and ciders. Beautiful facility.
My husband and I have been wine members for years. We absolutely love the wine and enjoy our wine tasting when we can make it. Richard is a very talented wine maker and it is always a pleasure to get to visit with Elizabeth. Alisha is a wonderful hostess. I highly recommend an outing to SRV.
Our visit to Sycamore Ranch was very pleasant. Alicia was soo very helpful and she was so nice to talk to. She really has knowledge about the wines and our afternoon spent there was amazing. The patio and grounds are so beautiful and picture perfect backgrounds for cute fun photos while you're there. There are heaters outside that make it very comfortable. The ladies did the wine tasting while the men enjoyed the hard cider tasting and my husband said it was the best hard cider he ever tasted. We ended up buying 3 bottles of hard cider and 2 bottles of wine. We will definitely be coming back for a visit. Great lil Gen in the mountains, perfect place to spot on your way to Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear or just a lil day trip up the mountain for a perfect peaceful winery experience
Absolute gem of a place! My boyfriend & I were on a weekend getaway in Running Springs, and found this spot as a little afternoon trip. He's a huge wine enthusiast, and while he's always down for a good glass of red I'm more of a whites/rose girl. Everytime they brought out a new red, I loved it more than the last (we ended up taking home a few bottles!). The team working was sweet & informative, and the little patio space was relaxing and quiet. If you go, make sure you pre-order the cheese box. It was the perfect added touch!
Came into town for a bachelorette weekend, and grateful I found this gem to book for our group. Had such a lovely time here, and especially great service. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The drinks were delicious, the ambiance was really pleasant, and the location was nestled into the perfect spot on the mountain. We tried the cider and were all very impressed by the light crisp taste of each pairing. Highly recommend!
Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
Sometimes, when you live in such a fun place as Palm Springs, you want to press the EJECT button and land somewhere else....even if briefly.... or momentarily.... ANYTHING to be able to get oneself OUT of oppressive 110 degree heat. Its only going to get hotter (with no relief in sight). I scanned the map as thoroughly as possible and specifically chose anything that is in the "UP DIRECTION". Beam me up Scotty...becuase I simply just want to get the "hell out of here". I stumbled upon Sycamore Ranch Vineyard & Winery in the Lake Arrowhead region in this process and although its officially mapped as Crestline, I knew I had found an answer.Upon arrival, I found the winery bustling with activity. Every seat outside and at the small bar area inside was occupied. Carefully maneuvering my car between two others, ensuring I wouldn't block anyone in... I hoped out of the car and gingerly walked toward one of the buildings that had no markings on it. Eventually I did walk to the correct area and upon looking around I could see that there were no more tables or seats left anywhere. I had hoped to secure a table outside but were informed that they were all pre-booked. More groups continued to arrive as I was trying to find a place to even sit or stand.The lone employee, managing the crowded scene, directed me to a grassy spot under the shade of gigantic pine tree near the patio area. Reluctantly, I settled onto a picnic blanket, carefully balancing a glass of wine. Although my alcohol consumption is minimal to none these days, I simply longed for an excuse to be amidst the towering pine trees of the beautiful California Mountains and relish this blissful 74-degree weather.As I reclined on the blanket and gazed at the sky, the scent of grass, the whispers of the breeze, and the warmth of the sun enveloped me. Immersed in the ambiance, I closed my eyes, allowing my thoughts to wander. Questions flooded my mind--was this where I truly wanted to be? Was I making good life choices? Where could I improve? How could I become a better person?Yet, amidst the swirling thoughts, the prevailing realization was that I felt utterly content in that very moment. The worries of the world slipped away as I embraced the serenity of my surroundings. It didn't matter where I was or what others thought. What truly mattered was the tranquility within myself.
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Wines are great in a pretty setting & Elizabeth, co-owner, is very nice! BUT in addition to the $20 wine tasting, each person MUST buy at least one $34 bottle or more & they only accept reservations for 4 or more people so it costs each couple a minimum of $108!!! It's really too bad for those of us who enjoy the wines but cannot afford the higher priced bottles. :( They obviously want to cater solely to the affluent customers. If you can afford the $108 per couple, you will thoroughly enjoy the experience here, along with their wonderful wines!Response to owner's response:Elizabeth, it's great to hear that you've changed your policy after our last conversation when you would not accept our reservation without our commitment to purchase at least one bottle each!! Cheers!!
What a wonderful unexpected gem. We love wine tasting and were excited when we heard about Sycamore Ranch. I have to say I was more excited to just go wine tasting and didn't have any expectations on the wine. The wine is delicious everything is top notch. The owners absolutely care about the quality of the wine and it is shown in every variety. We have been twice now and on both occasions had a wonderful experience. The tasting area is beautiful and the staff is so friendly. I would highly recommend the wine to anyone you cant go wrong.
Friendly people, beautiful setting and, of course, excellent wines and ciders. What more could you want? We will definitely be back!
Got a tasting for both wine and cider. We purchased the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon. Wow. Sourced from Frankel Family Vineyards and Live Oak Vineyards in Paso Robles and produced at our winery in Crestline, California, this full bodied and juicy wine opens with aromas of figs, dates, cherries, black currant, cinnamon and subtle essence of spearmint, eucalyptus, and pine forest. On the palate the aromas merge with soft baking spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, rounded out with aromatic flavors of spearmint and eucalyptus in an intriguing, layered finish. Aged in 50% new and 50% once used French Oak barrels for two years prior to bottling.80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 10% Petite VerdotThen for the cider we got the cyser. Its apples with wildflower honey aged in Hungarian oak. Its dry. Lightly carbonated. I really like sitting on the grass. The service is A plus and the ambiance is chill.I will be coming back!
Such a cute place to enjoy wine and cider with companions! Honestly recommend. The area was amazing located in the mountains, surrounded by trees and greenery. Had a place to park, and you walk into a cute little garden that leads to patio area where we are dined and educated on the wines made there! Went to celebrate for my birthday and our host was amazing! Would go again(: thank you!!