Deer Ridge Vineyards – Livermore delight
Recently we drove to Livermore for a photo-shoot at Tenuta’s winery, a favorite. Since we were in the area we decided to explore Deer Ridge Vineyards, a newer winery with nice Tuscan architecture.
Deer Ridge winery, tasting room, and events area.
Besides the pleasent ambiance and very friendly staff they have a nice choice of wines available. In the last few days we’ve worked over their 2004 Livermore Valley Cab and a killer “Chocolate Silk” Port from Madera grapes. Their Port is VERY addicting 
Their Cabs work for us. We like decent nose, full body, and a long finish. Wines have been softened so much for the broader market that we struggle to find interesting reds.
We enjoyed all of their wines but especially the Cabs, Merlot, Zin, and a Pinot with great aroma. The selection should please most tasters.
The staff is friendly and talkative. The tasting bar is curved and comfortable. There is a little art gallery in the hall and sometimes in the meeting hall during events. Outside is a patio with a nice view of the mountains.
Adjacent to the winery is an early California style 2 bedroom guest house. It is new, beautiful, has a great view, and a large oak shelters it. $375 for the first night is probably competitive. We would love to hang out there for a week – with a good stock of Deer Ridge wine.
- jim