Big Basin Vineyards

08/12/2026

We love our Big Basin community! ❤️ Whether you’re joining us in the tasting room or visiting us at our vineyard wine location, we’re always grateful to share these moments with you.

Come see us Saturday & Sunday at the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival, where we’ll be pouring from 10 AM–6 PM! 🍷

It’s the perfect chance to taste some of our amazing wines, enjoy the festival, and meet some of our wonderful Big Basin members.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🥂✨

07/31/2026

🧠✨ Save the date! Trivia Night is coming up!

Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 13th and join us for an evening of great wine, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs.

Gather your team, bring your thinking caps, and get ready for another fun night at the winery. We'd love to have you there!

See you on August 13th! 🍷

07/30/2026

Harvest has commenced! 🍇

For those who have been following us over the years, you know this is an especially early start. A warm spring accelerated ripening throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, putting us nearly a month ahead of what we've seen in recent decades.

Here are a few snapshots from the vineyard:

🍇 Estate Grenache — Veraison is well underway, and the clusters are happy, healthy, and coloring up beautifully.

🍷 Mt. Eden Estate Pinot Noir is nearly ready to come in. Tiny berries and tight clusters are setting the stage for beautifully concentrated wines, and we expect to begin harvesting this block as early as next week.

🍇 Rattlesnake Rock Syrah is just entering veraison, with loose, airy clusters that are looking fantastic this season.

🌿 Estate Chenin Blanc is looking beautiful and is shaping up to be our strongest block in terms of yield per acre.

The 2026 vintage is off to an exciting start, and we can't wait to share the journey with you.

07/17/2026

Join us for First Friday on August 7th from 5–9 PM! We'll be featuring the bold, abstract artwork of Jack Mento. Currently, we have the beautiful work of Michelle Nicely on display in our tasting room.

Michelle's artwork is available to view and purchase, so it's the perfect opportunity to discover a new favorite piece while enjoying a glass of wine. Come check it out!

Bring your friends, sip, stroll, and celebrate a wonderful evening of local art and great wine. Cheers! 🥂🖼️ 🌀

06/30/2026

Last weekend, we were honored to pour our wines at the Midsummer Night's Dinner at Beauregard Ranch. ✨

A heartfelt thank you to the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association for bringing our wine community together once again, and to Ryan Beauregard for graciously hosting us on such a beautiful property.

A special shout out to Chef Brad Briske and his talented team. Every course was absolutely delicious!

We are grateful for evenings like these, where great wine, amazing food, and wonderful people come together. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to say hello, shared a glass, and spent time with us. We loved connecting with you all!

Until next time. Cheers!🥂

06/20/2026

We’ve been loving hosting people on our back patio lately!

A special shoutout to bree.karpavage and her friends for spending time with us last week during their Open Art Studio event. 🎨✨

Whether you're planning a private gathering, stopping by to support local artists on the First Friday of every month, or simply looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a glass of wine by the fireplace, we'd love to welcome you.

Thank you to this incredible community for your endless support. We truly love being a part of it—and we love you right back. ❤️

06/16/2026

The Beauty of Pinot Noir ✨

Join us on June 28th from 3–5 PM for a special comparative vertical tasting featuring two of our most celebrated Pinot Noir vineyards: Alfaro Family Vineyard and Old Corral Estate.

Guided by winemaker Blake Yarger and founder Bradley Brown, you'll explore the 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2022 vintages side-by-side, discovering how vintage variation, vineyard character, and time in bottle shape each wine's unique expression.
Whether you're a devoted Pinot Noir enthusiast or simply curious to deepen your appreciation of this remarkable varietal, this is an afternoon you won't want to miss.

📍 Big Basin Vineyards Tasting Room & Tapas Bar
📅 June 28
⏰ 3–5 PM

Reserve your spot here: https://www.bigbasinvineyards.com/reservation/type/pinot-noir-vertical-tasting/

06/15/2026

Join us in the tasting room now through July 19th as we cheer on the FIFA World Cup together! Grab a glass of wine, enjoy some delicious food, and watch the matches with great company.

Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just looking for a fun way to spend the day, we'd love to have you with us. Come sip, snack, and celebrate the beautiful game!
See you in the tasting room! ⚽🍇🥂🇺🇸

06/11/2026