Retzlaff Vineyards

We got the flight, loved the price for it. $ 10 for 5 wines?! Hell yeah! We were 3 and tried al the white wines, the other 4 were their pre selected reds, which I loved all. The Cabernet savignon was OK… the Blend was the best one. The prices for the bottles weren’t half bad, actually got the Isavelle’s Blush, a nice Rosé, and my father got the Port. Sarah was amazing and really knew a lot about the wines there.

Arrived on our way to Vacaville. This has been on my bucket list since I am a Retzlaff and was excited to see the grounds.
Not as swanky as I would think a vineyard would be, as this being my first vineyard. We went into the little hut to check out what they had to offer.
We tried a few of their samples and did not like any of them. I bought 2 t shirts and 2 bottles of Merlot for my husband. Cost around $ 130.00. Mrs. Retzlaff running the show was not the friendliest, maybe it was an off day for her…
Glad I can cross it off my list but wouldn’t go out of my way to go there again.

Less then desirable property that did not look well maintained. Wines were just ok. I did like their Merlot which I’m usually not a fan of. Service was excellent and Teri gave us great tips on good eats in the Livermore area. Tastings were $ 10 for 5 but the pours were very small.

Came this past Saturday May 28^th. Reserved a tasting for 8 people, was told it would be $ 10 per person if we bought bottles of wine since we were a larger group. We ended buying 4 bottles.
They charged us $ 200 for our tasting. I didn’t think much of it (May of been the wine). A few days later I called to question the bill. it wasn’t $ 10 per person, but $ 15. Also they charged us an extra $ 10 per person because it was a holiday weekend. No one mentioned this during reservations or when we paid.
they also made us leave early because there was a wedding at 3:30pm.
The pourers were nice but they essentially came out, poured us some wines, answered a few questions and left. Very little interaction.
I feel cheated that they didn’t disclose the pricing up front.

Retzlaff is a small, quaint winery where parking happens in between the grape aisles. The wine connoiseurs are extremely friendly and receptive to their customers. True as they say. The unisex shed restroom is also really cute! Picnic outside. Would have been complete if there was music this weekend! As for the wine, the port is nice and sweet. Isabelle’s blush is also a good rose.

Beautiful vineyard! The wine was just ok (pretty stingy on pours) and the service wasn’t terribly friendly. I like to interact with the pourers or owners but this lady didn’t have a very warm fuzzy feel so I stopped trying to have conversation with her.
No smores when were there because it was drizzling outside :(that was the reason we went too.

Our favorite winery. We’ve been quarterly club members for years now. The sauvignon blanc and rose are a particular favorite.
Easy to find a comfortable place out on the lawn for a relaxed tasting during the summer, and the tree’s provide great coverage during the hotter summer months.
Be sure to come here on a weekend when they have various venders sampling on-​site.
For folks passing through — the tasting is very reasonably priced considering the great quality of wine you’ll find at Retzlaff.

This is a beautiful winery that offers great views of the vines and a cozy tasting room. I loved that everything felt very small and personal here. I enjoyed most of their wines (took some home with us!), but I think the charm of this place honestly comes from getting to hang out outdoors. Highly recommend if you have a sunny day to bring a picnic and come visit this place!

Started our day in Livermore out at Retzlaff Vineyards. We lucked out that upon arrival it had finally dried out a bit, during a very rainy (el niño) March weekend. We were a little bummed about the weather because we had initially planned on picnicking in their beautiful vineyard, but instead did a quick tasting, took a few pictures and headed out to our next tasting.
The wines (especially their Certified Organic Merlot) were quite enjoyable. The tasting room staff was friendly (for the most part) and we briefly met Michel, the very french, staff member who was a hoot and a half and had some very hilarious things to say about the wine (being perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner… so true!).
The reds (which I particularly liked) were priced kind of all over the place, some were around $ 35/​bottle and they had a few that were like $ 50, but overall I’d say that their wines are definitely priced a little high for me personally (I’m definitely a bargain buyer, I want high quality without breaking my little piggy bank, but will break out the bills for a wine that blows my mind).
Tastings were an affordable $ 10 and waived with the purchase of two bottles which is always appreciated.
I would definitely plan on going back on another weekend (hopefully sunny) and plan to picnic. A baguette and some charcuterie while sipping on some vino in the vineyard sounds like pretty much the perfect day at Retzlaff.

We enjoyed wonderful wines in a beautiful setting in Livermore this afternoon! Definitely try the full flight tasting then pick your favorite and share a bottle of organic wine with friends at a picnic at table under the shady pepper trees. Our favorites are the Cab-​Merlot blends, Merlot and Sauvignon blanc. There are lots of tables to relax and a nice lawn for the kids to run and play. We return to Retzlaff every time we’re in the Bay Area.

Downtown Livermore is a cute little town. It’s amazing though that three miles down the road and a hook left, you’re already in wine country that feels like big country. Or lounge about country. Shucks, feels like the midwest.
I hate to cherry-​pick other reviewers before I write my own. But someone else said, «Picture Perfect,» and I can’t help but say that’s a great description. There’s rows and rows of grapes trees, and then there’s this whole run-​around, recreational lawn with fun picnic tables, a gazebo, some platforms, toy buckets, and what have you. Very inviting for the whole family, as long as there’s some extra family to watch the kids play around. It even smells vintage inside their little cabin.
That said, the wine itself is barely mid-​range — I wish there were more classics than there are. I preferred the reds over the whites, but their best in particular, the one that’s worth a Faith Hill song ballad on all its own, is their Dessert Port Vino.
#mouthwatering

Very comfy tasting room. We were served right away. Sweet French man poured and made funny comments. Kept us entertained. Wonderful wines! Never been to Livermore wineries and I highly recommend this one. These are organic wines too. The little lawn area has tractors that kids can play on. Bathrooms were very clean too.

Cute little winery! The twins ran around the lawn on a wintry day and played with the mini tractor and other toy carts you can sit upon. $ 10 for 5 tastes, fee waived if you buy $ 50 worth of wine. Try the port with a piece of dark chocolate.

We visited 3 wineries in Livermore during our day trip and this one was by far the best. Upon arrival, you are welcomed by a cozy and welcoming picnic area with a few props for photo opportunities. However, the workers there really made the place shine. We paid $ 10 for their tasting of 5 different wines but because it was a slow day, our host didn’t mind sharing with us a few other of his favorites. My favorites were the Merlot and the Port and I bought a bottle of each. $ 30 for the merlot, $ 36 for the port. Then the vineyard cat Ginger came by and greeted us! Ginger was very people friendly and was really the star of the show. In the end, I highly recommend anyone who is going wine tasting in Livermore to put this spot on their list. I look forward to visiting again soon.

Not all girls are made of sugar, spice, and everything nice. I’m made of sarcasm, wine, and everything fine. :)
Here are a few things I love about Retzlaff Vineyards:
— Picture perfect! Think a beautiful outdoor ceremony and reception surrounded by beauty. There are hanging lights above too!
— Gazebo right in the middle. They had live music!
— Hanging picture frame — great for, well, photos!
— Their 2010 Blend (75% cab and 25% merlot) is so freaking delicious.
— Owners are awesome to chat with, so make time for that.
— DIY s’mores by the fire pit. Need I say more?
Since California is in a serious drought right now, I think I’ll save water by drinking more wine at this winery!
PS. Great potential wedding venue!

Beautiful winery! I went here with friends yesterday and had such a wonderful time. The scenery was perfect-​vineyard and sun in the background with firepits, chairs, corn hole and bocce ball games, hanging portraits for picture opportunities. This is definitely in my top 10 places to go wine tasting. Everyone got a full flight of reds, with the last being a port. My favorites were the sauvignon and port. Our server was very funny and a joy to talk to as he set everyone up with samples. He gave us some oyster crackers and chocolates to enjoy with our wine, but there is also tasty popcorn and candy for sale. It took about 40 minutes for the full tasting and then we went outside to take pictures. This place is very dog friendly-​we had our dogs inside as we did our tastings and then right outside is a large grassy area to hang out as well. Highly recommend this vineyard for tasting and bringing home a bottle. The service and wine was perfect. Don’t hesitate to bring the pup. They started closing at 4:30PM when I came so I’ll be sure to come earlier in the day next time.

Retzlaff Vineyards has stolen my heart! Like most of the Livermore wineries, it’s a bit off the road, but once you make your way down the dirt path, through the grapevines, and into the clearing, you’ll be greeted with the most picturesque scene ever.
After hosting a potluck at another Livermore winery, some friends and I decided to keep the wine train rolling at Retzlaff. We heard they have live music, and it was a beautiful fall day, so we couldn’t pass up the chance for that kind of ambience.
But oh my God, nothing could have prepared me for what I saw when I stepped out of the car. An oasis of lush green grass; a rustic wooden stage set up where musicians perform perfect relaxing music; Christmas lights hanging in the trees; cornhole games; toy tractors scattered around for the little ones; patio chairs and tables set up all around. It’s like a step into the countryside. Dog and kid-​friendly, too! As I strolled down the lawn in awe of the scene, I eventually made it to their tasting room. (I had almost forgotten why we were here.)
My boyfriend had tried their port wine on a previous visit, so he got a bottle for our group to share. Oh my gosh. Seriously. Best port EVER. Just like all ports, it’s a bit heavy so you have to be in the mood for it. But if you know me, you know I’m always in the mood for sweets.
Speaking of sweets, did I also mention that Retzlaff has a fire pit and also complimentary s’mores ingredients and skewers? As in you can make your own s’mores while you drink your wine? For free? Oh, be still my beating heart! Wine AND dessert? This place is definitely a girl’s best friend.
All of the workers here are super friendly and warm. They treat everyone as if you’re a visitor in their home. I love love love this ambience; I’m definitely going to be back!

Finally made it here after several trips to the Livermore wine country! A fellow winery suggested this place to us. Down a dirt road just past page mill winery, you park in the vines! you pass through a lovely grassy area for picnicking in the shade of the pepper trees to get to the charming tasting room. It’s small! So be prepared to be cozy! All the wines we tasted were good and reasonably priced $ 10 full flight including port and a chocolate. The French man pouring is full of life and really adds to the experience. If you like quaint family tasting rooms this is your spot as it is no Concannon industrial tasting room.

Tasty wines very nice lawn /​picnic area. Shady with vineyards on all sides. Dog friendly. Cornhole/​beanbag toss games.
Def will come back as it is a very comfortable place for sitting and enjoying a bottle of wine. Today they had live music and it really added to the relaxation and enjoyment. Maybe need a second bottle so we can stay longer! They fired up a firepit and offered complimentary s’ mores

Beautiful location, friendly staff, and dog friendly – what else could you ask for? Oh and good wine too of course.

Retzlaff is one of my Livermore faves! They have a gorgeous outdoor seating area, so it’s easy to entertain groups. When I came with a gf a couple weeks ago it was super packed, a testament to the wines. It was difficult to squeeze in for a tasting so we waited maybe 10 minutes (their machine was also down), but once we had an opportunity to taste, we def enjoyed. I believe it’s a $ 10 tasting.

Wine: 4.5 out of 5
Ambiance: 6 out of 5
Price: 4 out of 5
Service: 5 out of 5
Food: N/​A
Overall: 5 out of 5!
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Retzlaff Vineyards pretty much describes my picturesque little vineyard. Sure, the entrance to their gravel road is kind of hidden, and you might miss it the first time (I sure did).
But once you park and take a walk towards their tasting room, you’re instantly greeted by a gorgeous grassy area with wooden outdoor tables and chairs everywhere, along with a small wooden stage. There’s christmas lights hanging from the trees, ready for a party. You could have a really nice outdoor shindig here for probably 50 people. (Or probably 100 if it’s a standing/​dance party!)
The wine itself is great. Perhaps not the best wine in the world (although some of their wall accolades say it’s up there), but definitely wine you’d want to give a try. The wine flights are $ 10 per person and come with 4 or 5 wine pours. The gentleman who usually staffs the bar is this awesome French guy who all the other Unilocalers rave about. And rightfully so – he’s funny and down-​to-​earth. He was very nice and gave us some friendly service.
The indoor space for this wine tasting room is very small — probably would only fit 10 people inside. Definitely not a location I would come to if the weather outside wasn’t great. But after you finish a wine flight, you just want to buy one of their bottles and enjoy it outside — for the sake of being right out there, surrounded by vineyard, soaking in the sun on a lovely California day.
Definitely recommend this as a wine stop on a sunny day. You won’t regret it. Also could make a great outdoor event venue.
And probably should mention that it’s dirt and gravel driveway and parking lot. So… maybe leave the fancy shoes at home, unless you’re cool with it getting a little dusty.

Cute little place with plenty of picnic tables and shady areas. Dog friendly place. We liked the Chardonnay and Merlot. Friendly service. Bring foods and have a nice picnic. Glad there was no bees around.

What a fabulous, little vineyard!
My fiancé and I had the pleasure of enjoying a nice, quaint little picnic here recently. Its a small, but endearingly charming little vineyard; and certainly worth checking out.
Picnics under a party of eight, need no reservation. We packed up some specialty cheeses, olives and some sandwiches in my fancy little picnic basket I had been so eager to show off :)
I started our visit off, by doing a little tasting in their tasting room. They offer a selection of different tastings to choose from. I opted for just a few tasting of their white selection consisting of: Chardonnay, Sauvingnon blanc, and their Rosé. The sauvignon blanc was probably the least impressive, being slightly too dry, with no real impressive structure that stood out. Chardonnay was fantastic! Oakey, but well balanced with some settle fruit notes — just really nice. And for the Rosé? My absolute fav! Light, slightly dry, though fruity; and absolutely perfect for a summer picnic. Needless to say, I chose the Rosé to accommodate us on our picnic as my beverage of choice :)
We then carried on to our picnic table where we just relaxed and took in the beautiful, country side like ambiance… soo peaceful.
Parking can be a mild pain. being you have to park in the dirt area nestled within/​next to the vineyard… but, when wine is awaiting, it’s all worth it right? :) I know I’m not complaining!
Until next time…

Came here to take a girl on a date to do some wine tasting. The outdoor area was beautiful and in a great location. The wine was great as well.
After tasting some wine, i decided to order a nice $ 50 bottle to drink and enjoy the weather. Literally right after they uncork it and I walk outside, they come out to tell me the patio is being closed in 30 minutes for a private party. Seriously? Might have wanted to tell me that before I uncorked your overpriced wine. Normally I would have demanded a refund but since I was on a date I just had to suck it up. Won’t be coming back.

3 White $ 16 — $ 23 per bottle
5 Red $ 28 — $ 37 per bottle
4 Reserve $ 43 — $ 52 per bottle
Full Flight: $ 10.00 — 4 plus Port.
Special Reserve Tasting: $ 20.00 — 4
Mid Flight: $ 5.00 — 2 Estate Wines.
Barrel Tastings: $ 5.00
Single Tastings: $ 3.00
Private Group Tastings: $ 15.00 — 4 plus Port. 8+ people
The grounds here are simply beautiful and I imagine to be perfect for a Wedding, the atmosphere is very family friendly and laid back, maybe a little too much so as my Girlfriends and my visit we seemed to get looked over for some time. That said my Girlfriend and I did enjoy the Wine options as part of the package we had and loved that they had a lady from a local Candy store giving out samples to pair with the Wine too.
TIP:
They are Dog friendly! And even have a couple of their own here that roam free and are enjoy being petted.

Love, love this place. We walked here from Holdener Park which was an awesome trail, by the way. There were 8 of us, so we sat at one of the round tables outside and was served by a very friendly and funny french sommelier. My favorite was the chardonnay. It had a hint of sweetness, I believe he said from pineapples. Very beautiful grassy area. TIP: bring some crackers & cheese with you to go with the wine. Maybe brie?

Retzlaff Vinegards has no parking lot. everyone parks in the dirt spot between the dormant grape vines. wouldn’t drive my fancy car here (if i had one). limos get to park closer.
event: LVBTW (3÷21÷15)
barrell tastea:
–sauvingnon blanc-​very dry
–merlot-​smooth, with a bit of harshness.
3.5 stars
drips:
–nice musical band playing
–cheese therapy: food truck
–wouldn’t return. roads not paved. no patience for drivers who hog the road.

My sister was in town with some friends so we decided to do a day of Wine tasting in Livermore (where another sister lives).
My sister had made a great picnic and we were planning on enjoying it at Concannon, but it was a zoo there with lots of kids running around and no tables offering shade. So we decided to come here for the picnic. Perfect choice. Super low key, no kids and nice shady tables. The tasting was $ 10 and worth it. lots of barrel tastings and out server was the wife of the owner, she was a doll.
Great lunch in a great spot.