Gary Maxwell
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Slightly out of the way, rustic winery and distillery. Don’t let the narrow dirt road or rough-looking front fool you - hiding behind the front of the building is a cozy tasting room and a beautiful patio overlooking the oak valley below. Five tastes aren’t enough here, as you’ll want to sample all of the wines, ports, and spirits, and all of them range from very good to outstanding. The wines are made with finesse. I really liked the high end Cabernet, complex, fruity, and very drinkable now. The ports are all very good, the Tawny Port should be excellent with aging. The distilled products are what sets this place apart and worth going for. My favorite is easily the Amaro Liqueur, which starts with a fruity, spicy nose and finishes with a long, satisfying aftertaste, giving you plenty of time to think about all the things you could spike with some Amaro. Very friendly service. Dog friendly. Would be five stars but for the small parking area. Tasting room and patio is accessible if you can drop off at the front of the building. I’d recommend calling ahead for an appointment and let them know if you need the spot.