Hidden between Gilroy and Morgan Hill this winery is a hidden treasure. The Santa Cruz Mountains and redwood trees surround the area and make for a great visit and drive. It's at the very end of Redwood Retreat Road....so don't stop until it ends and you'll see the signs.
Inside the tasting room the staff was really friendly and the wine maker (Matt) was also present answering questions for wine snobs like myself. If you get a chance he is great to talk to about all things wine. The wines themselves are ALL very, very good. Having a preference for reds I would have to say my favs are the Cab and his rhone style blends. However, the Chardonnay is actually a big favorite of mine and I don't crave only but a few and this is one of them.
Among all the local wineries I really enjoy both the environment and attention to detail Matt puts into his craft. I am happy to be a wine club member now and love the spring and summer events. I can't say enough about the overall experience -- it's a must for any wine lover.
Cheers, Ryan
We found Fernwood one day while just out doing a fly by the seat of our pants wine tasting day. While leaving a winery just down the street we saw the sign for Fernwood, so we went. Ww were ever so happy we did!
At pretty much the last possible stop on a small road you will find a little slice of heaven. Membership in the wine club became a must after the very first taste.