TwiningVine Winery

I have had the pleasure to attend a comedy show in the vines at this winery as well as enjoy wine slushies on a Sunday afternoon. Recently I was able to attend a benefit for Nobody's Perfekt Dogs and Cats. There were vendors raising money and animals up for adoption. The owners are so welcoming and are so excited to share their story of how their winery came to be. I love the fact that this is so close to my little town and that I don't always have to drive out to Livermore or Napa for a great bottle of wine. This would be a wonderful venue for a family gathering as well as a reunion or birthday celebration. Wine tasting is done primarily outside and I am curious if the winery will be open and available when it starts getting cold. I would love to see a tent with heaters and tables in the wintertime. There's no better time than the present, in the sun, rain, sleet or snow to enjoy a great glass or bottle of wine. I will be back without a doubt.

Like other reviews have stated, TwiningVine Winery is a hidden gem in the Bay Area. My husband & I were looking for a winery to try out near Lake Chabot to take a friend to who was visiting from out of town. A morning hike around Lake Chabot followed by wine tasting at this boutique family winery turned out to be such an awesome day!Friendly tip: If you plan to visit TwiningVine, be sure to check their website for up-to-date visiting info. They're only open the 2nd & 4th weekend of the month from March through September for wine tasting. We were lucky enough to go the last Sunday of August, and it was a gorgeous, sunny day! Their wine tasting experience is set in a beautiful area outdoors in the shade of a beautiful oak tree near their big red barn. You have your choice of sitting up at a bar area, tall tables with stools, or various cushiony patio furniture spread out amongst the trees, plants and water fountains. It's really relaxing and picturesque!Javier was our main server/wine tasting expert, and he was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable of the wines. Ruby also stepped in towards the end and was great too! They even introduced us to the owners of the winery which was a nice little treat as well!Javier told us that they had just bottled a new Chardonnay, and gave us a taste of that first. I think it was my favorite, but that may also be because it was warm outside and the rest of the tasting menu were reds! Either way, we loved the tasting experience here and would definitely come back next season. Cheers TwiningVine!

Lovely hidden gem deeper in Castro Valley!Came here on a Sunday afternoon with the pup & it was all we expected plus more. Their white wines were especially refreshing on a sunny day. Will have to come back earlier as they close a little early on Sunday & I was almost tardy.

A hidden gem in the backwoods of Castro Valley. We came here for a work event and got to enjoy a wide selection of their wines. I loved their tempranillo and their Cab Sauvignon was good as well; most of the wine prices were less than $30 which was wildly reasonable for the quality of wine being served. It isn't the largest or prettiest property but does have a paved outdoor space if you want to host a group event here. If you're looking for a solid tasting that won't break the bank and you aren't looking for that picturesque winery view and ambiance of Sonoma, Napa, or even Livermore, then you won't go wrong visiting this place.

Adorable winery! Great wine! Will definitely be back. The owners and staff were super nice.

So, I'm a little conflicted about giving this review. I really want this place to be a secret, but it's so lovely I have to share. My cousin and I got some cheese and crackers with some fruity preserves and a little salad and headed to this winery. Please note it is only open every other weekend, so check the website or subscribe to their newsletter for days and hours. We both got a tasting for $10 each, which were waved after we bought 4 bottles! Every wine we tried was delicious. Sparkling, Chardonnay, and a variety of reds. The staff are so nice and knowledgeable. You will also most likely meet the owners which you don't really get at wineries. The grounds are beautiful. Comfy seating areas are spread out. And there is a great lawn area with trees. Everything was shaded during the warm day.I recommend going alone if you want a quiet self care day or going with friends for a casual day. Enjoy!

Local to the area and a sign for wine tasting and thought YES PLS!Be warned this place opens the SECOND or every month, Not open weekly. In the SPRING they will open the second and fourth week of the month. So be aware folks. Check their site for any updates!Either way got the times right and headed over to get out tasting on. The place itself is really lovely once you get past the winding road. The winery is very chill, surrounded by beautiful land and the weather was perfect!Tastings are $10 a pop but are waived if you get a bottle. I picked up a bottle of the merlot and the zin-gio, my personal favs. We were served by Kelsey who was very friendly. In fact the whole staff was friendly and inviting. All in all a great place to visit and will return!

Such an amazing little gem tucked away in the hills of Castro Valley. We live 10 mins away and I'm bummed I didn't hear about them sooner. We came for their harvest event and we were disappointed. Had some lovely wine and did a bit of holiday shopping. The staff was so nice and the other event goers were equally friendly. Unfortunately this was their last event of the year. They close for wine tasting from Nov to March, but you can still order wine for pickup. I had the best dessert wine I've ever tasted here. Will definitely be coming back in March!

If you want a quick getaway out of the hustle bustle of the Bay Area, Twining Vine is a few miles into rural life. It's a lovely setting to just take in the nature around you. Bring your food, taste the wine, and sit outside with your loved ones. Our favorite was the Cabernet Franc, and we enjoyed it with our friends. The staff is friendly and make you feel at home. Pets are welcomed if well behaved and on leash.

Great setting.... Bring a picnic and enjoy their lovely wines!Walk around the gardens as well!