Our Wineries

Clear your head of the fog/heat/smog and enjoy your visit with winemakers and family members in our friendly tasting rooms.

All wineries are closed on Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Thanksgiving. Please call ahead for other holidays. If your party is larger than 10, please call the winery tasting room a day in advance if possible.

:T: Tours Available
:C: Call for a tour at least a day in advance
:P: Picnic Facilities
:S: Special event facilities available

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Boeger Winery :T P C S:
Justin Boeger, winemaker
Greg Boeger, vineyard master
10 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 622-8094 or (800) 655-2634
1709 Carson Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
www.boegerwinery.com

Since 1972, Boeger has applied innovation and craftsmanship to produce estate bottled wines with consistent quality and diversity. We offer complimentary and reserve wine tasting in our beautiful wine tasting facility. Grounds include patios, a redwood grove, stream, pond, park and historic 1872 wine cellar. Private events by appointment.

Busby Cellars :T P C :
Elliot & Sherrie Graham
11 am - 5:30 pm Fri. - Sun.
(530) 344-9119
6375 Grizzly Flat Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
info@busbycellars.com
www.busbycellars.com

Enjoy panoramic views from the tasting room and picnic grounds, perched atop a knoll overlooking the estate vineyard.  Sample award-winning, handcrafted wines including Zinfandel,  Rhône and Bordeaux varietals. Located just one mile from Somerset corner.

Chateau Rodin :T P S:
Ray McKay, owner
11 am - 5 pm Wed. - Sun.
(530) 622-6839
4771 Green Hills Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
chtorodn@directcon.net
www.chateaurodin.com 

Award winning wines tasted in a congenial atmosphere. The wines portray themselves as fruity and complex with tastes that provide sensory delights for the beginning wine enthusiast as well as the connoisseur. Enjoy these wines amidst our 100-mile view.

Colibri Ridge Winery
& Vineyard
:T P:
John Alexander, owner/winemaker
11 am - 5 pm Fri. - Sun.
(530) 620-7255
6100 Gray Rock Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
info@colibriridge.com
www.colibriridge.com

Located high on a ridge top with spectacular views, our working winery provides an intimate tasting experience among French and American oak wine barrels. Secluded picnic areas among oak trees and granite outcroppings offer vineyard views and romantic privacy.

Conti Estate :T P C S:
Charles B. Mitchell Vineyards
& Winery

Michael & Michelle Conti, owners
11am - 5pm Mon – Fri;
10:30am - 5pm Sat & Sun
(530) 620-3467
or (800) 704-WINE
8221 Stoney Creek Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
cbmvwine@mindspring.com
www.charlesbmitchell.com

Complimentary wine tasting and barrel sampling daily.  “Bottle Your Own” wine 4 times a year. Join our wine club for a 25% discount, free admission  to all special events, and the added benefit of our Clubhouse (at special events).

Crystal Basin Cellars :T P C:
Mike Owen, Bob Kershaw, Bill Manson
& John Argo, owners
Peter Zimmerman, owner/winemaker
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 647-1767
3550 Carson Road.
Camino, CA 95709
info@crystalbasin.com
www.crystalbasin.com

CBC is a circle of friends, passionately focused on creating small lots of outstanding handmade wines representing El Dorado County’s fine vineyards. Our minimalist style creates delicious fruit forward wines using Zinfandel, Bordeaux and Rhône varietals.

Fitzpatrick Winery & Lodge :P S:
Brian and Diana Fitzpatrick
11 am - 5 pm Wed. - Mon.
(530) 620-3248
or (800) 245-9166
7740 Fairplay Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
www.fitzpatrickwinery.com

Fair Play’s oldest winery, a massive log lodge, with spectacular views and five B&B rooms. 15+ varieties of world-class wines made from CCOF certified organic estate grown grapes. Solar-powered/bio-fuel driven eco-friendly family farm operation. Irish hospitality. Ploughman’s Lunch served weekends.

David Girard Vineyards :C S P T:
David Girard, owner
Mari Wells, winemaker
11 am - 5 pm Fri. - Sun.
(530) 295-1833
741 Cold Springs Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
info@davidgirardvineyards.com
www.davidgirardvineyards.com

The quality  of our estate vineyards, tucked between the American River and historic Coloma, is expressed in our handcrafted wines. Enjoy our premium Rhône wines and other select varietals in an elegant setting. Picturesque wedding and event site.

Gold Hill Vineyard :P S:
Hank Battjes, owner
10 am - 5 pm Thurs. - Sun.
(530) 626-6522
5660 Vineyard Lane
Placerville, CA 95667
hank@goldhillvineyard.com
www.goldhillvineyard.com

See our stunning view over the American River Canyon in historic Coloma. The granitic soils and moderate temperatures provide outstanding Chardonnay and Bordeaux varieties as well as Northern Rhône and Barbera wines. On-site brewery serves 6 ales.

Granite Springs Winery :P C:
Jon or Margaret Latcham
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 620-6395
or (800) 638-6041
5050 Granite Springs Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
granitesprings@directcon.net
www.granitesprings.com

At Granite Springs, we make wines such as Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon that emphasize the unique depth of flavor of our mountain grown grapes.

Holly’s Hill Vineyards :P C:
Holly and Tom Cooper, owners
10 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 344-0227
3680 Leisure Lane
Placerville, CA 95667
winery@hollyshill.com
www.hollyshill.com

The Holly’s Hill family has created a serene retreat in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains where Holly’s daughter artfully crafts small batches of distinctive wines. Come and relax with Rhône varietals and other traditional wines while overlooking the Cosumnes River canyons.

Iverson Vineyards and Winery :P S:
Mike and Melodie Iverson, owners
Rich Gilpin, winemaker
11 am – 5 pm Fri.-Sun., or by appt.
8061 Perry Creek Road
Fair Play, CA 95684
(530) 620-7474
info@iversonwinery.com
www.iversonwinery.com

Iverson Vineyards and Winery is a true boutique winery producing fewer than 3,000 cases a year. Our focus is on high quality wine, barrel to barrel, beautifully balanced and friendly to food or sipping. Bring a lunch and enjoy the views from our large patio and be sure to browse our gift shop.

Jodar Vineyards & Winery :C:
Vaughn and Joni Jodar
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 644-3474
3405 Carson Court
Camino, CA 95667
www.jodarwinery.com

Enjoy the wooded setting and sample estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Chardonnay and world-class Port along with Zinfandel, Barbera and Sangiovese. Limos/buses by appointment.

Latcham Vineyards :P C:
Margaret or Jon Latcham
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 620-6642 or (800) 750-5591
2860 Omo Ranch Rd. (P.O. Box 80)
Mt. Aukum, CA 95656
latcham@directcon.net
www.latcham.com

Latcham Vineyards specializes in handcrafted, intensely flavorful wines such as Zinfandel, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc made from mountain grown grapes.

Lava Cap Winery :P C:
Jeanne Jones
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 621-0175
2221 Fruitridge Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
lavacap@calweb.com
www.lavacap.com

Celebrate the magic of mountain-grown grapes and the beauty that surrounds Lava Cap Winery. Savor the taste of well-balanced wines rich with full flavor and body, vibrant fruit, crisp acidity and soft tannins. Bring a picnic and relax on the deck overlooking our vineyards.

Madroña Vineyards :P:
Paul or Maggie Bush, co-owners
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 644-5948 or (800) 230-7662
2560 High Hill Rd. (P.O. Box 454)
Camino, CA 95709
Winery@MadronaVineyards.com
www.MadronaVineyards.com

Whether you are just “getting into wine” or you pride yourself on knowing quality when you taste it, we invite you to enjoy the premium, estate-grown wines of Madroña. Since 1973, the Bush family’s traditional winemaking techniques, in conjunction with the unique terroir of our vineyards, have been the hallmark of the well-balanced wines of Madroña. 

Miraflores Winery :T P:
Victor and Cheryl Alvarez, owners
Marco Cappelli,  winemaker
10 am - 5 pm daily
2120 Four Springs Trail
Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 647-8505
info@mirafloreswinery.com
www.mirafloreswinery.com

Nestled in a quiet canyon in the Sierra Foothills stand the breathtaking vineyards, old world architecture and gardens of Miraflores Winery. Handcrafted, artisanal wines reflect the remarkable attributes of the terroir and beauty of the land.

 

Mount Aukum Winery :T P C S:
Lance Campbell, winemaker
Brandie Campbell, tasting room
11 am - 5 pm daily
6781 Tower Rd.
P.O. Box 830
Mount Aukum, CA 95656
(530) 620-1675 or (800) 591-WINE
lance@mountaukum.com
brandie@mountaukum.com
www.mountaukum.com

Mount Aukum Winery sits at 2,615 feet, nestled high above the surrounding landscape of southern El Dorado. Panoramic views from Sacramento to the Sierra Nevada are a perfect match with our highly acclaimed and award winning Rhône and Bordeaux style wines.

Narrow Gate Vineyards :P:
Frank & Teena Hildebrand,
winemaker/owners
10 am - 5 pm Fri. - Sat.
12 - 5 pm Sun.
(530) 644-6201
4282 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
wine@narrowgatevineyards.com
www.narrowgatevineyards.com

Enter through the old barnwood doors into our romantic, candlelit cellar set amidst majestic Ponderosa Pines at elevations of 2,500 feet. Specializing in estate grown Rhône varietals and blends, Cabernet and Syrah blends, Chardonnay and Zinfandel.

Oakstone Winery :P C:
John and Susan Smith
11 am - 5pm Wed. - Sun.
(530) 620-5303 or (877) OAK-STONE
6440 Slug Gulch Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
oakstone@innercite.com
www.oakstone-winery.com

Surrounded by the lush vines of our estate vineyards, Oakstone Winery’s elegant tasting room is the perfect spot to sample our premium wines, including Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Bordeaux varietals.

Perry Creek Winery :T P C S:
Dieter Juergens, owner
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 620-5175 or (800) 880-4026
7400 Perry Creek Rd. (P.O. Box 350)
Fair Play, CA 95684
wines@perrycreek.com 
www.perrycreek.com

Home of award winning Zin Man! We strive for elegance in our wines by developing distinct California flavors with European style. Visit the tasting room, savor delicious wines and enjoy your lunch on the veranda or music in the park. Drink in the joy of a beautiful day.

Sierra Oaks Estates
Jim & Toshi Brown
11 am - 5 pm Wed. - Sun.
(530) 620-7079
6713 Mt. Aukum Rd.
Fair Play, CA 9565
info@sierraoaksestates.com
www.sierraoaksestates.com

Our vineyards are on sunny, south-facing slopes with granite soils, daily breezes and cool mountain nights — perfect for our estate Zinfandel, Syrah and Merlot grapes. Also featuring: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Syrah, Rose, Zinzabar and Grand Trios (Bordeaux blend).

Sierra Vista Vineyards & Winery :P C:
John & Barbara MacCready
10 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 622 -7221 or (800) 946-3916
4560 Cabernet Way
Placerville, CA 95667
syrah@sierravistawinery.com
www.sierravistawinery.com

Since 1977 John and Barbara MacCready have handcrafted small lots of estate grown Rhône wines including Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache, Mouvedre and Rhône blends as well as traditional wines. We offer a daily complimentary tasting and on most weekends a library tasting of aged cellar wines.  Relax in our garden picnic area with majestic views of the Sierra Nevada Crystal Range.

Single Leaf Vineyards and Winery :P:
Scott and Pam Miller
11 am - 5 pm Wed. - Sun.
(530) 620-3545
7480 Fairplay Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
www.singleleaf.com

Creating intensely flavored, vibrant wines from estate grown grapes. Producing unique Zinfandels plus award winning Bordeaux varietals, Petite Sirah, Barbera and Ports. Lush vineyards surrounding the tasting area provide the perfect casual yet elegant atmosphere to complement your wine tasting experience.

Windwalker Vineyard :P:
Jim & Alanna Taff, owners
Dominic Mantei, winemaker
11 am - 5 pm daily
(530) 620-4054
7360 Perry Creek Rd.
Fair Play, CA 95684
windwalker.wineclub@gotsky.com
www.windwalkervineyard.com

The Taff family invites you to visit our tasting room and enjoy picnicking in our beautiful Sierra Foothills vineyard. Sample our award winning wines in a relaxed atmosphere.