Ancient Peaks Winery - Santa Margarita, California

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Jackie at Margarita Adventures, who gave us an amazing nature tour or Margarita Ranch, suggested we stop by and taste and we are very glad we did.

Christina at Ancient Peaks recommended we try the Renegade blend which was smooth and delicious, and then the 2020 Oyster Ridge that was amazing.

We will be back!

Joseph G.

We stopped here for a wine tasting before our zip line adventure across the street. We enjoyed the wine and food. The pace of service is relaxed so don't come if you are in a hurry. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of your party as you indulge with good food and wine. Definitely recommend having a tasting and the charcuterie board. Wonderful place to visit!

Chris

Wonderful experience! I remember visiting Ancient Peaks Winery years ago when it was only a tasting room. Today, the tasting room has expanded, and now includes a full restaurant with a great selection of options, as well as the wines to taste or by the glass. The wines are well made, and there are a sizable selection of different varieties (including now three Italian varieties) at a wide range of price points for all budgets. The tasting room is welcoming and friendly, and the service has always been exceptional. Santa Margarita is just 15 minutes from San Luis Obispo, but the little town seems like a throwback to another era, and you can sit outside on the patio and enjoy the small town feel. Our server shared with us the interesting history of the land and soils of the Santa Margarita Ranch, including fossilized oyster shells that help deliver some of the characteristic flavors of the wines we tasted. Definitely worth a visit.

John L.

The food served here is outstanding and worth the trip alone. The quality you get doesn't match how cheap the price is, it's a phenomenal food pairing experience if you are up for it. The food options and the Cab Franc has me locked down as a wine club member.

Kaye T.

Always the best time here, whether celebrating a special occasion, or simply enjoying a wine tasting experience.... The staff does a great job introducing the wine(s) to new guests, and they greet longtime members by name. It's difficult to choose a favorite item from the Cafe menu, and the wines are hard to beat.

Mary T. H.

What a great find! This tasting room is just minutes from downtown SLO. Our server, Christina, was personable & friendly. We happened to try today their house clam chowder, & we have to report, it’s the best clam chowder we had in the last 2 weeks of our travels in the area! Pairing the wines with a charcuterie board was light, easy & delicious. ❤️ you can bet we’ll be back when we come back the central Coast another time.

Alex D.

Ancient Winery is the best place to have a real good local wine tasting that is worth it.
We had the opportunity given by a combo offer from TripAdvisor: first sippin then zipping. Means wine tasting, including amazing plattern of cheese, salami, Italian ham and almonds as well as fresh baked bread. Every wine comes with a detailed, interesting explanation. After this, you'll be picked-up by a bus across the street to be taken to the Zip-lining area. As this was absolutely fun and the guides did a great job, the view over the wineyard is pretty impressive.
Will definitely do it again, if we'll ever stop by.

Greg L.

Excellent experience!!! Came for a tasting and to try the Mushroom/Lions Mane Burger. Was really good….a must try! Kaitlyn was our server and she was very helpful and provided great service.