Windy Oaks Winery

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"Wind through a narrow gully, hang a right, then head up a hill. At the very top, Windy Oaks Estates sits in a forest clearing overlooking all of Monterey Bay. Your best plan is to reserve their ridge picnic. Grab a sandwich and dine al fresco, underneath old oak trees between the vines. The winery will provide the tables, chairs, and pairings. While the atmosphere is casual, their wines are serious. The proprietors are Burgundy nerds, and so they tip a hat to the French way of making wines—think lithe, elegant, and finessed wines like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay." - Kate Dingwall