Ventura Wineries
Ventura is the perfect mix of seaside charm and a rich wine scene. Find your new favorite red blend — sip and sample local wineries in Ventura!
Ventura is home to eight unique wineries, each with their specialty wines and fun vibe. From the beginner to the enthusiast, there’s a winery in Ventura for you. Wineries in Ventura celebrate local wine from the Central California region and add a special twist at each of their locations. Sit inside on cozy couches or lounge outside in the Ventura sunshine as you take in the flavors of local wine in Ventura. Stay for live music. Laugh and make memories during game nights.
Find your flavor in any of these Ventura wineries across town. Cheers!
Four Brix Winery
A cornerstone in the Ventura wineries scene since 2011, Four Brix Winery celebrates all things Central Coast in each of its small batches of wine. It started when close friends decided to take the jump and start a winery and the rest is history. Today, you can visit Four Brix Winery for an intimate evening with your family and friends. Known for their Rhône blended wines, you can sip on your new favorite glass while you snack on a pizza (regular, gluten-free, and vegan options!). They also have delicious charcuterie plates and mini empanadas to pair with your favorite glass.
If you’re looking for a fun night out with live music, head to “The BrixHouse” on the weekends. Top-notch local performers will get you up and dancing.
You can also go to Four Brix for wine tasting (they rotate their selections every month to keep you on your toes). Tasting flights are $18 per flight of five wines.
Their regular weekly schedule includes live music every Friday and most Saturdays and Sundays.
What’s Nearby: Just a few miles away is the Ventura Harbor Village where you can soak up the sun and harborside views! Rent a pedal boat and get on the water. If shopping is more your thing, browse through unique and local boutiques for that special Ventura souvenir.
Plan B Wine Cellars
A little hidden gem in Ventura, it’s the epitome of “if you know, you know.” According to locals, it’s truly worth seeking out and sampling their famous red wine. Whether you’re new to the wine world or looking to find your new favorite red, Plan B Wine Cellars should be on your Ventura wineries to-visit list.
Bring your crew to Plan B for a weekend full of dancing and live music! From local tribute bands to 80s throwback, check their website for the latest happenings at Plan B so you can fill your weekend with good wine and great memories.
And don’t forget to toast to the train while you’re there! Another “if you know, you know” and a fun tradition at Plan B you have to experience firsthand.
Plan B is a winery without a wine club — instead, look into their B-List “Loyalty Plan”. Sign up and get a 10% discount off your purchased bottles of wine; once you get to 12 bottles you’ll get an additional 5% off of bottles!
What’s Nearby: Make it a field day! Head over to enjoy green open spaces, Ventura’s only dog park, tennis courts, BBQ grills, three playgrounds, and so much more at Camino Real Park. You can have a nice afternoon under the warm California sun with a picnic. Or, get the blood flowing and go for a walk. It’s all just a short drive from Plan B Wine Cellars.
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Wildflower Winery
Small but mighty, plan a casual night out with your friends, sipping tasting flights from Wildflower Winery’s delicious wine options. At Wildflower Winery’s tasting room, you will find tasting flights or by-the-glass options of owner Natalie’s energetic wines that are made in a low intervention style which creates unique vintages and lovely expressions of wines that you may not have experienced before. A female-owned and operated winery in the Ventura wineries scene, each wine is made with love, care, and fun!
In their 3 vintages, Natalie and her husband have been sourcing grapes from vineyards where the soil and vines are farmed thoughtfully with care for the vineyard, climate, and workers. Check their website for information on their wine club.
Head over to Wildflower Winery for wildly drinkable, innovative wine that will have you asking for another glass.
What’s Nearby: Love to golf? Ventura is home to multiple great golf courses and Wildflower Winery is in between two! Head over to Olivas Links — with four sets of tees, players of all skill levels can play a course that matches their skills. Or, go to Buenaventura Golf Course (please check their website for opening dates).
Deep Sea Wine Tasting Ventura
A family-owned winery and tasting room in the Ventura Harbor Village with hand-crafted wines and nibbles, you can’t beat Deep Sea Wine Tasting Room in Ventura. With beautiful harbor views, there isn’t a bad seat in the house.
The Conway siblings have been making wine since 2007 and they’ve had plenty of time to perfect each sip. Pick from their two tasting flights: their Signature and Reserve Wine Tasting Flights. Find your perfect pairing with their chocolate pairings and cheese plates, or order one of their pizza options.
And if you’re looking for a fun time, Deep Sea is the place to go. From paint nights and monthly bingo games, there’s always something fun happening at this tasting room.
What’s Nearby: Located right by the water, Deep Sea Wine Tasting Room in Ventura is within walking distance of all the fun at the Ventura Harbor Village. From having some fun out on the water to enjoying fresh seafood, you really can’t go wrong. A special activity to note — you can go to the Channel Islands National Park, one of the least visited national parks in the country! While it takes a bit of planning beforehand to make the trip, it’s well worth it. Make sure you book the trip out in advance — here’s some help as you plan!
Old Creek Ranch
Old Creek Ranch & Winery has been in Ventura County’s winery scene for over 30 years but the ranch itself is generations old — the ranch was first granted to Don Fernando Tico in 1898 by the Mexican government. With a rich history spanning over a hundred years, it leads us to today: the Old Creek Ranch & Winery is now owned by the Holguin Family who have brought the ranch and winery to life while honoring the look and feel that long-time customers have come to know and love.
Today, visitors from all across the country come to the Old Creek Ranch to experience a rural winery just 10 minutes away from Downtown Ventura by car. Vines grow on the property and you can sample their tasting flight along with a ton of tasty treats that make great pairings.
A great place to escape and relax from the hustle and bustle, lounge out on the couches or get up and play corn hole! Often hosting large private groups, make sure to book a reservation in advance for this true ranch & wine tasting experience at Old Creek Ranch & Winery.
What’s Nearby: Head back to Ventura to have some of the best tacos you’ve had in your life (we’re not exaggerating). Just down the freeway and on the Ventura Avenue —or as locals call it, the Avenue— is Ventura’s Westside Taco District, home to a dozen or so family-owned and operated taquerías. Each with its own twist and specialties, take your own personal tour around the taco district and try two (or four) different tacos from these local spots. You won’t be sorry!
Lester Family Cellars & Trois le Fou Winery
Lucky for you, you get two wineries in one! Located in the same building, you can visit TWO separate wineries in the SAME location. Both wines from Lester Family Cellars & Trois le Fou Winery will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle — and you’ll want to try both!
Let’s start with Lester Family Cellars — a true family affair for winemaking. Dedicated to producing small lote, handcrafted varietal wines, their grapes are hand harvested, hand sorted, and loved.
Trois le Fou Winery (which is loosely translated to the three lunatics or fools) is a local Ventura winery known for their specialty Rhone style wine but they also sample their Bordeaux styles as well. Book a tasting for an hour or two and hang out with your crew.
You can often stumble upon live music and entertainment at Lester Family Cellars and Trois le Fou Winery — check their socials for schedules!
What’s Nearby: A trip to Ventura without going to the beach is not a complete Ventura vacation. The ocean is calling your name, why not oblige? Head over to the Ventura Harbor where you’ll find soft sandy beaches perfect for a day lazing on the sand, body surfing in the water, or throwing a frisbee around. Mother’s Beach is known for its particularly soft and gentle waves and Surfers Knoll is a popular spot to spread out for the day.
Happy Accidents
Owners Alyssa and Eric have been dreaming of opening their own winery since 2016. Seven years later, Alyssa and Eric opened the doors to Happy Accidents, the only winery on Main Street in Downtown Ventura.
Serving experimental wine in a self-proclaimed “avante garde” style with bottles that just about anyone can enjoy, it’s easy to find a seat with your friend on the cozy couch indoors or sit outside on the patio to people-watch and relax. Plus treat yourself to one of their wine slushies or wine on tap.
Seems like there’s always something fun happening at Happy Accidents. From bingo nights to trivia nights, check their social to stay up to date on what’s going on.
What’s Nearby: There’s no shortage of fun near Happy Accidents. If you’re a history buff, take a self-guided history tour, walk along Main Street and shop in thrift stores and boutiques, head down to the beach and walk along the historical Ventura Pier, or head to the hills and take a nature walk in the Ventura Botanical Gardens. Your adventure in Ventura is yours for the taking!
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