Lion Ranch Vineyard & Winery
San Martin · Santa Clara Valley
$20/person
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San Martin · Santa Clara Valley
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$20/person
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Lion Ranch operates on 645 W San Martin Ave in the Santa Clara Valley AVA, open Friday through Sunday, 11am-4pm. This estate winery specializes in Rhône and Provence varietals including Grenache Noir, Syrah, Viognier, and a dozen other Southern French grapes farmed regeneratively. The husband-wife team moved from Austin to create small-lot wines with a modern approach. Tastings are $20 for six wines, served primarily outdoors with views of rolling green hills. They frequently host live jazz. The operation is genuinely family-friendly—bring your kids, bring your dog, bring your own picnic. Reservations recommended but walk-ins accepted. Their Viognier and Alpha Red blend get consistent praise, while the broad varietal lineup (Cinsault, Counoise, Vaccarèse, Marsanne) reflects serious commitment to Southern Rhône authenticity.
The Oxto Edit
Oxto AIKim and Todd planted Rhône varieties most wineries never touch, and the estate Viognier has built a following. The Alpha Red blend is a good place to start. It is family-friendly, with room to spread out a picnic.
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Lion Ranch Vineyard & Winery
645 West San Martin Avenue
San Martin, CA 95046
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