Northern California

Gilroy & Morgan Hill

A curated guide to the South Valley's family wineries

18 featured wineries · 8-page PDF guide

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Family wineries, historic valley

South of San Jose, Morgan Hill, San Martin and Gilroy keep alive the Santa Clara Valley's long winemaking tradition. Many wineries here are family-owned, some across several generations, and tastings tend to be warm and unhurried.

The valley floor and the slopes toward the Santa Cruz Mountains, including the scenic Hecker Pass area west of Gilroy, grow a wide range of varieties. It is an easy, relaxed escape from the Bay Area.

At a glance

Signature wines: A broad mix of reds and whites from family estates
Getting there: South of San Jose along US-101
When to go: Spring and autumn are especially pleasant
Plan ahead: Many wineries open weekends only; check hours before visiting

The 18 featured wineries

Alara CellarsMorgan Hill
Besson Family VineyardsGilroy
Casa de Fruta WineryHollister
Cordevalle WinerySan Martin
Emilio Guglielmo WineryMorgan Hill
EmmalilyMorgan Hill
Fernwood CellarsGilroy
Fortino WineryGilroy
Hecker Pass WineryGilroy
J Winston WineryMorgan Hill
Lightpost WineryMorgan Hill
Martin Ranch WineryGilroy
Miramar VineyardsSan Martin
Moose Mountain VineyardsSan Martin
Sarahs VineyardGilroy
Satori CellarsGilroy
Solis WineryGilroy
Tuscan HouseGilroy

Full details for each winery are in the free PDF guide.

Data: California ABC & TTB public records

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