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Wine Tasting in Downtown Half Moon Bay

Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot?

The choice is yours but whatever you select you can be sure that you will find yourself in good company. That's because here in Half Moon Bay (on the California coast just 30 minutes south of San Francisco for those of you who have never heard of us), we have fabulous wine tasting locations in or next to galleries, live music, film and theather venues.

Plenty of first-rate food as well. What more could you want?

So next time you're here for a San Francisco get-away to attend an art gallery or comedy show or while doing a little shopping, stop in and try a glass from one of the award winning local wineries.

And if you're looking for a fine dining experience, check out our wonderful restaurants. Need a place to stay?

Half Moon Bay has great hotels and inns.We look forward to seeing you around!

 

      Wine of the Month

 

Small Lot Cabernet
Kathryn Kennedy Winery

The esteemed Saratoga winery pays tribute to its dot-com neighbors with this effort blended from tiny parcels - wine from nearby backyards, essentially. It's bright, pure-fruited Cab that's charming now with floral berry fruit, plus deeper scents of violets, cassis and charred herbs.  

For more details visit  http://kathrynkennedywinery.com/  or call (408) 230-0392

Half Moon Bay Wine and Cheese

(650) 726-1520  -  http://hmbwineandcheese.com
421 Main St
Half Moon Bay,CA 94019

Since 1998, The Half Moon Bay Wine & Cheese Company has been the source for the finest collection of wines, cheeses and gift baskets on the San Mateo County coast.

Barterra Winery

(650) 712-1635  -  http://www.barterrawines.com/
643 Main Street
Half Moon Bay,CA 94019

Barterra Winery has a beautiful tasting room at its downtown Half Moon Bay location at 643 Main St. in the Plum Tree Court. Hours are 12:30 - 5:30 Thursday through Monday, and special events/weddings/wine tasting for groups of up to 30...

Landis Shores Oceanfront Inn

(650) 726-6642  -  http://www.landisshores.com
211 Mirada Rd
Half Moon Bay,CA 94019

Landis Shores Oceanfront Inn offers every guest the opportunity to enjoy award winning wines from the Inn's extensive wine cellar, and each evening complimentary wine and appetizers are served in the dining room by the fireplace. Owner Ellen Landis is a Certified Sommelier, Certified Wine Specialist and Wine Writer. She and her husband/co-owner Ken Landis have amassed an impressive...

Fleming Jenkins Vineyards and Winery

(408) 358-4949  -  http://www.flemingjenkins.com/
45 West Main Street
Los Gatos,CA 95030

Fleming Jenkins Vineyards & Winery, a family-owned winery based in Los Gatos, California, is owned and operated by winemaker Greg Jenkins, and his wife Olympic Gold Medalist figure skater Peggy Fleming...

Domenico Winery

(650) 593-2335  -  http://www.domenicowinery.com/
1697 Industrial Road
San Carlos,CA 94070

Dominick and Gloria Chirichillo’s choice of name for their winery is a reflection of their commitment to their Italian heritage and the tradition of family winemaking. In 1955 in New York, Dominick who is called Domenico in Italian was introduced to these traditions by his Nonno (grandfather), Domenico Giovinazzo...

Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards and Winery

(831) 786-9463  -  http://www.windyoaksestate.com/
500 Hazel Dell Road
Corralitos,CA 95076

Judy and Jim Schultze are the sole proprietors of Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards and Winery. We are dedicated to making the finest wine possible combining the best of Burgundian tradition with recent advances in winemaking knowledge. Our sole focus is on the two great varietals from Burgundy: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, grown in our own estate vineyards. We are located on a scenic ridge 1,000' up overlooking the Monterey Bay.

Kathryn Kennedy Winery

(408) 867-4170  -  http://kathrynkennedywinery.com/
13180 Pierce Road
Saratoga,CA 95070

After 35 years, working alongside Kathryn Kennedy, her son Marty Mathis continues their commitment to growing and making world class sustainable wines.

Cinnabar Winery Tasting Room

(408) 867-1012  -  http://www.cinnabarwine.com
14612 Big Basin Way
Saratoga,CA 95070

Flanked by the magnificent Santa Cruz Mountains, and located in the heart of the historic Saratoga village, the Cinnabar Tasting Room is the first stop on the Saratoga Wine Trail...

Big Basin Vineyards Tasting Room

(408) 564-7346  -  http://www.bigbasinvineyards.com/
14598 Big Basin Way, Ste, B
Saratoga,CA 95070

Big Basin Vineyards was born out of a love for Syrah and the rugged, ocean-cooled Santa Cruz Mountains. Our vineyards are planted on steep, windswept hillsides where French immigrants first grew wine grapes nearly 100 years ago...

Trout Gulch Vineyards

(831) 471-2705  -  http://www.troutgulchvineyards.com/
414 Avalon Avenue
Santa Cruz,CA 95060

Trout Gulch Vineyards is tucked away in the Santa Cruz Mountains above the seaside village of Aptos. We are committed to producing the noble Burgundian varietals: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay.

La Honda Winery

(650) 366-4104  -  http://www.lahondawinery.com
2645 Fair Oaks Avenue
Redwood City,CA 94063

La Honda wines are grown and produced with food and good living in mind. Our total winery production is modest, and most wines are vineyard designated small-lot varietals and blends ranging from fifty to one-hundred and twenty cases per 'cuvee'. Our wines are elegant, distinctive, subtle, and improve with age. From old-world Cabernet to new world Syrah, from tropical Sauvignon Blanc to port and dessert wine, La Honda wines are made to be exciting and enjoyable.