Thomas Fogarty Winery

This is a beautiful venue for weddings and special celebrations!I planned and coordinated a wedding here and it was a pleasure to work with Kristin and Susan.Our clients were very well taken care of and the wedding looked fabulous!I recommend this winery if you are looking for indoor and outdoor venue in one, which also has stunning views!Dina from Dina's Deluxe Events

I had the pleasure of visiting Thomas Fogarty Winery in the stunning Santa Cruz Mountains, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish!First, let's talk about the wines--they were absolutely delicious! From the crisp, refreshing whites to the bold and complex reds, every glass we tried was exceptional. Their Pinot Noir was a standout--smooth and elegant with just the right balance of fruit and spice. I also loved the Chardonnay, which had a perfect blend of richness and acidity, making it the ideal wine for a sunny afternoon. You can really taste the care and craftsmanship that goes into each bottle.But what truly sets Thomas Fogarty apart is the breathtaking views. The winery is perched up in the Santa Cruz Mountains, offering panoramic vistas of rolling vineyards and the Bay Area in the distance. It's the perfect spot to sip your wine, relax, and take in the natural beauty of Northern California. We were lucky enough to visit on a clear day, and the views were just incredible.The winery itself is charming and well-kept, with multiple outdoor seating areas where you can enjoy your tasting. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the wines, which made the whole experience even better.Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just looking for a serene place to spend an afternoon, Thomas Fogarty Winery is a must-visit. Excellent wine, gorgeous views, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay all day. I can't wait to return!Highly recommend!

The service was amazing. She had great knowledge about the wine and where the grapes came from and the history of the grapes collected that year. They do allow people to bring their own food and dogs are welcome. They don't have food such as a charcuterie board etc. for purchase (but she did mention that they may have it sometime in the future). The place is beautiful with a great view and several great hikes nearby. I do wish they have a wine and food pairing event for members.

Thomas Fogarty Winery is one of the best wedding venues in the Silicon Valley. Especially at dusk, you can enjoy the dreamy view of the South Bay from the high platform of the winery.

*Note* Review is strictly for attending a wedding hereAs a wedding venue, it's not too shabby. It's definitely hard to get to as many have already mentioned. It's not for the weak stomach as it has a myriad of twists turns and well not so great after drinking a bunch of wine and heading home.Parking is a little tricky as there's some spots near the tasting area but for the wedding venue you should continue further. There's a small lot that's closest to the area where we had the ceremony and a larger lot a little further down closer afterwards if you have your reception in the main building.Anyhoo, we started outside for the ceremony which overlooked the vineyard, which was pretty and quaint. Afterwards we went down to the wooden deck for small bites and drinks. They had a few wines which for someone who doesn't really drink wine and thinks sweet wines are the best, I'm not the best person to ask if the wines were good. Now if you're asking if I liked any? I didn't. They all tasted a bit too acidic to me. Now the fruit punch was delicious.We had the main dinner inside the "house" where it was nice that they kept the windows open for ventilation. There are two single toilets on either side of the dance area. But just hope your guests are clean as it can get a bit messy in there if folks are not.Either way, if it does get late into the night, the sky is GORGEOUS when there's no clouds. You see so many stars. As someone who loves stars it's night and day from down where we live and here which was basically darkness so you could see all the tinier ones that you typically don't see when you're closer to a city with lights.Now the only gripe I had with this place was that the gate did not open when we were trying to leave. It was shut. We had no idea how to open it. No one was there to help out. So there were a couple of us who tried to figure out if there was a sensor. And we still don't know what triggered it but the second time round when it opened, we quickly ran into the cars and jetted out before the doors shut again. I have no idea how the others made it out but it would've been nice to have some kind of lighting or some kind of instructions on how to leave because it was late and we all just wanted to go home. Also make note, that the gates swing in so be careful how close you get to the gate.Otherwise, it was a nice venue.

I had been wanting to come here for a while but had been postponing it since it's pretty far into the woods and the roads are so windy. I'm glad we finally made the trek though, as the wines were spectacular.When we arrived, we were a little disappointed because the tasting area is by a road, and you can't see much at all since it's at the base of the vineyards. If anything there was a better view at the parking lot since you can actually see the fields of vineyards from there. There weren't those magnificent sweeping views that you see in the pictures. Apparently there was a wedding so we couldn't even peak at the view.There's a member's only tasting patio where you are next to and can actually see the vineyards.There is also an indoor standing only tasting area where you do at least have a view of the Bay.Our tasting flight and server more than made up for our disappointment though! There were two flights to choose from- both with reds and whites, and both $35 for 5 drinks. I liked that one menu had lighter reds like pinot noirs, and the other menu had bolder, heavier reds. Our server also gave us an extra pour to try. We liked every single pour we got which was a problem since the average bottle price on the tasting menu was $70Tasting fee is waived with $100 dollar purchase.

I wish the wine was as great as the view. They now offer two different tastings at 35 pp, a flight full with reds and another with a mix of reds and two Chardonnays. Their wine is super expensive 65-100 per bottle and I just feel like the price is hard to justify, even coming from someone who is a regular at Napa. Even their splash of apex wasn't that amazing to me, and I usually like blends more heavy on merlot. The upside: the staff are so nice!! Some of the most welcoming people I have met at a vineyard. They let you bring snacks and eat outside. The amazing view! (Go on a clear day, because the drive up will is a bit stressful and a lot of blind sharp corners if you're coming from the north). You don't do your tastings near the view, but they let you walked towards the area where weddings and events are held if there isn't a party going on.

Disclaimer: This review is based on visiting the establishment as a wedding venue only, and not as a winery. I had some of their wines, but not their wine tasting.Came here for my cousin's wedding. I couldn't believe how difficult it was to drive up there, but good thing my cousin arranged buses for us. I'm just glad I didn't have to drive. The winery was tucked away, but had an absolutely gorgeous view. Due to COVID times, we were outdoors most of the time including dinner. The weather was almost perfect even as it cooled down during the evening, it was still not too cold. Only got to taste their Pinot Noir, which was easy to drink and good enough for me. Looking on their website, a bottle of Santa Cruz Mountain Pinot Noir costs $38. Not too shabby.The dance floor indoor was a bit small that maybe only 20-30 people could all dance at the same time, but other than the small space, the design was fine. Given its facilities, spectacular views, and nice weather, this place was great for a wedding. I had a wonderful time.

It was an amazing experience at Thomas Fogarty winery. The service was immaculate and the view was gorgeous even from in the tasting room. I recommend taking a little stroll after a few glasses and going to see the views outside! Can't go wrong with a 5 wine flight they have a plethora of good wines.

Went with two friends for a beautiful Saturday afternoon tasting on their patio. Beautiful estate, very knowledgeable and friendly waitress, and delicious Pinot Noirs. Will definitely visit again!