Founded by winemaker Denis Hoey in 2005, Odonata Wines is a small family winery now based in the Santa Lucia Highlands, crafting small-batch wines from organic, sustainably-grown local grapes. Their thoughtful approach blends old world winemaking methods with new techniques, resulting in a diverse range of varietals from Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc to Pinot Noir, Syrah, and beyond.
Small family winery producing an unusually diverse range of varietals (10+ varieties including multiple sparkling wines) from organic local grapes, blending traditional and modern winemaking techniques with a notably experimental approach to sparkling wine production across multiple varietals.
~$20 tasting fee(verify — fees vary)
Odonata Winery and Tasting Room
645 River Road
Salinas, CA 93908
25% off glasses and bottles with live music from 3–6 PM on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month.
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