"Murrieta's Well is owned by the historic Wente family, an offshoot of the famed Wente label. Located less than 10 minutes away from the original in the rolling hills of Livermore's Mines Road, the tasting room feels equal parts dreamy and rustic, with a small-town luxury Livermore has mastered. While there are many experiences here, from simple tasting flights to food and wine pairings with scrumptious flatbread pizzas and chocolate pie, seasonal wine hikes truly set the property apart."
"Hiking happens at midday or at sunset (the latter being my personal preference). You show up to the tasting room, select your bottle of choice (zarzuela for me), then start your trek to the top of the (reasonable) hill. Once there, cozy chairs face out over the vistas and your chosen wine is corked and ready to enjoy alongside charcuterie. The experience is both intimate and romantic with tiny tables set for each group."
"Concannon is another big name producer from Livermore with a sprawling historic estate, and coming by for tastings is always a celebratory affair. Most wineries close down early, so the fact that the Late Pour at Concannona ticketed comedy showis held after hours is a treat. Grab a glassperhaps featuring the Concannon clones 7, 8, or 11and get ready to laugh. The comedians are a talented bunch that aren't afraid to go there."
Tastings in the Livermore Valley often cost less and feel friendly, with reservations not always required and winemakers frequently mingling with guests. Beyond routine wine flights, multiple experiences combine wine with activities such as hiking, music, and comedy. Murrieta’s Well offers seasonal wine hikes in rolling hills near Livermore, featuring midday or sunset treks, a tasting room arrival, bottle selection, and a hilltop setup with chairs, charcuterie, and the chosen wine ready to enjoy. Concannon hosts an after-hours ticketed comedy show called Late Pour, where guests can drink wine and laugh with comedians. Steven Kent also offers a winemaker-focused patio experience at its Second Street location.
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