Odonata Winery
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Our corvette club had a great time here. The wine was very good and the hospitality great. Love that this is a family owned winery. A sweet young couple with kids just starting out. Please support their new and growing business. 🍷
Great people, very nice stop and tasting
The Santa Lucia Highlands east on Monterey is one of California's top pinot noir wine growing regions and a visit to Odonata Winery will not disappoint. My wife and I visited mid morning and met with Claire Hoey who took extra time and attention during the tasting to also allow enjoyment of several vertical tastings which were not on the menu. This winery deserves your attention. Great people, relaxed atmosphere, and excellent wine. Go for the pinot noir, but don't miss...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 12 - 6PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 5PM |
Odonata Winery, located on River Road in Monterey, offers a rustic and laid-back wine tasting experience in a vineyard setting. The winery is dog-friendly and features spacious outdoor lounge seating, games, and picnic provisions such as charcuterie cheese boards for sale, making it a relaxed spot to enjoy wine. Visitors often praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff who provide excellent service and share their expertise. The wines are highly regarded, with highlights from the top pinot noir wine growing regions of the Santa Lucia Highlands, alongside an outstanding sangiovese and sparkling wines noted for their unique flavors. The lineup also includes a smooth brandy and reds that carry weight without shouting, all with an honest, unpretentious character that stands out from more commercial wineries. Visitors appreciate the opportunity to try a variety of wines, often without charge, and feel welcomed even close to closing time. During summer and fall, Odonata features live music and singer songwriters performing outside, enhancing the pleasant, community-oriented atmosphere. Overall, it is a place where good wine, genuine hospitality, and a relaxed environment combine to create a memorable experience.