Ramona Valley Wineries

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Sip and savor boutique wines from Vineyard Grant James Winery, a premier wine-tasting destination in Ramona. The vineyard boasts an impressive stone veranda offering sweeping views of the property’s nine acres. Vineyard Grant James is perfectly situated for cultivating syrah, merlot, sangiovese, orange muscat, greco, refosco, and nebbiolo grapes, which are then mixed into smooth varietal blend wines. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Memberships available. vineyardgrantjames.com

Vineyard Grant James Winery

25260 East Old Julian Highway (760) 789-2733

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Sample wines cultivated from the beautiful vineyards of Ramona at Ramona Ranch Vineyard and Winery located in the heart of the Ramona Valley AVA. Award-winning reds, whites and rosés are served on the lovely tasting terrace, often along with artisan cheese and olive samples. Owners Micole Moore and Teri Kerns practice sustainable farming and provide a family-friendly atmosphere with horses, goats, chickens, and a steer on their ranch, in addition to their grape vines. They invite you to bring your dogs or plan a picnic, while enjoying an afternoon of wine, warm hospitality and amazing views. Open from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. every Friday-Sunday. ramonaranch.net

Ramona Ranch Vineyard and Winery

23578 Highway 78 (760) 789-1622

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Enjoy listening to vintners describe the flavors of house varietals at Poppaea Winery, which opened its doors in September 2015. The boutique winery—named after the Roman empress Poppaea Sabina—has an inviting tasting room, a preparation area, a laboratory and barrel room. Informative tours are offered during the open hours of the tasting room—noon-6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays —when visitors learn about the winemaking process from harvest to the bottled product. The tasting room boasts breathtaking views toward Mount Woodson and the Pacific. Relax outside on either of two patios or a nearby part of the vineyard. Visitors may also explore the winery on weekdays by appointment by calling (858) 357-1741. poppaea-vineyard.com

Poppaea Winery

25643 East Old Julian Highway (858) 357-1741

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Enjoy warm hospitality and please your palate at Pamo Valley Winery, located in the quaint Old Town district of Ramona on Main Street. Tastings by flight, by glass and sales by bottle or case are offered. Stop in and sample any of Pamo’s handmade wines and leave with a bottle for a party or special occasion or “wine down” in the wine bar. Pamo Valley Winery’s tasting room is open seven days a week: 2-6 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 2-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday, and from noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. pamovalleyvineyards.com

Pamo Valley Winery

603 Main Street (760) 271-3090

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Enjoy warm sunshine, cool breezes and handcrafted wines on the weekends at La Finquita Winery & Vineyard in Ramona. La Finquita—meaning “the little farm”—has an inviting tasting room and large patio offering gorgeous views. The friendly owners can teach guests how the vineyard’s red and white wines are made. Come by for a tasting or sip by the glass (including their delicious wine slushes and refreshing sangrias) and don’t forget to check out the cool wine cave. Open from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and 2 p.m.-7 p.m. Fridays during summer: June 3 – Sept. 2. (Weekdays by appointment). lafinquitawinery.com

La Finquita Winery & Vineyard

23123 Vista Ramona Roads (760) 896-4014

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Enjoy a glass of your favorite Hatfield Creek varietal in the Ramona Wine Country. Owners Elaine Lyttleton and Norm Case have created a beautiful destination for peaceful ambience and award-winning wines. Savor their Petite Sirah and Zinfandel premium wines for a special treat. Stroll through the vineyard, bring a picnic or walk the Meditation Labyrinth. On cooler days, cozy up to the fireplace or the 1920s wood stove in the tasting room. Bring a group of up to 20 to The Table for your gathering. Also enjoy free Wine Club membership with member discounts, complimentary tastings and exclusive member-only events. At Hatfield Creek, “Every Hour is a Happy Hour.” Hatfield’s Tasting Room is open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday. hatfieldcreekvineyards.com

Hatfield Creek Vineyards & Winery 

1625 Highway 78 (760) 787-1102

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