Experience Oceanfront Wine Tasting at Pacific Star Winery

My wife and I were a little hesitant about visiting Pacific Star Winery because, like many of you, we checked the reviews. We looked at the good, the bad, and everything in between. And I can say it was those 1-star reviews that really did it for us. Check 'em. You'll see a thread running through them all. But if you tell me there's a winery that discourages kids and dogs? My response is, "Shut up and take my money!" The property itself is incredible. As we turned off HWY-1 and onto the property, it took our breath away. Honestly, it doesn't seem real. Loads of parking is available. It's an easy walk to the tasting area with lots of signage that both directs you where to go, and tells you that dogs are prohibited, and kids are discouraged. The tasting area is huge with 4 service counters. The staff were all lovely, including the owner. They all happily take the time to talk about their wine and the property. When you get done with the tasting, head down to the cliffside and chill in the Adirondack chairs while watching the ocean. It's a great way to kill an afternoon and a half bottle of their Zin. That's what my wife and I did. It was made even more peaceful by the ABSENCE of little Mabel running around while Mom and Dad exercised "gentle parenting" techniques to the dismay of EVERYONE ELSE trying to relax at a winery. About the wine: Semillon - Yes, please, on a hot day with a nice cheese board on my back patio in summer. Red Sea - Good, but I got lost on the goal of this one (sorry, Pacific Star... 😬) Carignane - Really, really good with a punch of persimmon on the nose. Zinfandel - Loved it. Not overly complicated like I like my Zin. Fruit forward, easy drinker, worth the price of admission. Petit sirah - Spicy with a nice mineral element. Give it a year and it's a winner. Long review short, we absolutely loved this place. From the drive up from Mendocino, to the 360* views of the property, to the wine, to the great service, to the absence of any screaming kids with wildly irresponsible and inconsiderate parents, this is a 5-star experience. Do yourself a favor and check it out. Just leave Mabel, Maverick, and Fido at home.

Love the views! The property is beautiful and well cared for. The staff are lovely and warm. The wine is delicious. What else could you ask for? Perfect experience. (I am a father and pet owner; I am also happy pets are not allowed and parents are discouraged from bringing their children) Great adult experience at Pacific Star Winery!

Love coming here to Pacific Star! The wines are phenomenal. It's a wonderful place to come and relax! You will not be disappointed. The hosts are wonderful and very Informative. This is one of my absolute favorite places!

An absolutely unreal experience. One of the most beautiful views I’ve seen of the ocean AND drinking wine at the same time! Staff was so knowledgeable and kind! We did a wine tasting and all were very good. We will definitely be coming here every time we’re in the area! We bought a bottle and took it on an ocean picnic right after.

Absolutely lovely. Peaceful place to enjoy wine and the ocean coast. We just showed up and the wonderful service got us started. We then walked the grounds and found various places to sit and enjoy the views. So fun!