10 Best Wineries near Portola Valley

“Neely is a wonderful place to spend some time and sip some wine. My wife and I were there for one of the Wednesday afternoon tastings. We drank a '19 from the "hidden parcel". Tina was a great hostess! Make the time to go... But call ahead to get the gate combo!“

“Portola Vineyards is a hidden gem in the world of wineries, a serene and picturesque escape nestled in the heart of wine country. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by breathtaking vineyard views that set the tone for a memorable experience. The wines themselves are nothing short of exceptional; each sip tells a story of craftsmanship and dedication. Whether you prefer their elegant Chardonnays or bold Cabernets, there's something for every palate. The friendly and knowledgeable staff adds a personal touch to the tasting experience, providing insights into the winemaking process. Portola Vineyards is a must-visit for wine enthusiasts seeking a refined and authentic taste of California's viticultural excellence.“

“I frequent Los Altos Tasting room regularly. It is a nice, relaxing place to go to after a hard day at work. The wine is excellent, the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable especially Theo and Vince. Many times the owner, Benny, is there and will give you his insight on the different wines he is producing. I highly recommend this establishment.“

“The food, service, and the wines are excellent. It is certainly worth considering a club membership. A hidden gem for any wine lover. The wine tasting is good enough to discourage Peninsula residents in driving all the way to Napa and Sonoma.The wine prices given the quality of the different varietals are certainly competitive.Kudos to Buff, Inge, John, and the other staff for the warm reception and great customer service.“

“I rented the winery twice in 2023 for work events - both times they exceeded my expectations.The staff was friendly and accommodating. The selection of wine was perfect for every event - even their list of caterers is solid. The caterer I used for our first La Honda event - we used two more times throughout 2023. If you're hosting a work event for up to 100 attendees - you can't go wrong with La Honda winery.“

“The wine at Flying Suitcase is exceptional! I am proud to called myself a wine snob and I can tell you this wine is my favorite wine of any winery. Anders, the wine maker, puts much love and care into each wine and Vikki, who runs the winery, makes your wine tasting experience special, fun, and unique. Every single varietal is amazing! Come visit this gem in San Carlos!“

“Beautiful view after a long winding drive. Certainly a place one has to seek out and well worth the effort. Fine wine. Friendly people. Bill showed us around and told us how they harvest and process their grapes to produce their wine. I bought 2 bottles of their estate Cab. Hope to visit again one day.“

“Great place and great tasting wine Spencer the wine Maker is a great person and wines are very affordable. If you like a smaller winery family owned without all the hustling bustle this is it. If you like a smaller winery family owned without all the hustling bustle this is it.“

“We went today at 11:00 and had Dave all to ourselves. Fantastic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines (our favorites) and so interesting to talk to Dave about his vineyards (with wife Stacy of course) and their wines. I so much prefer visiting wineries where you can interact directly with the owners. This is a beautiful setting to taste at and as longtime Coastside residents, I’m sorry it took us so long to find them. Highly recommended!“

“I came as a guest with some friends. I have been a member ever since. I love their wine especially if you love a full bodied Cabernet. Their membership is reasonably priced for the quality of wine. I believe ridge is more expensive but I feel vidovich personally has exceptional wines and their venue is out of this world. I can agree last year they had a hiccup in service and dropped the ball. It was hard to reach them. I'm glad they have re vamped their wine club and made their release party this past fall 2023 a very nice event with music and food. I love their wine so much so I stuck it out.“