Blue Door Winery
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Small production winery offering a nice array of wines in a wonderful and charming tasting room. Pop in for a taste, glass, or bottle during your visit to Julian. Cheers!
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Vickie S
Tempe, Arizona, United States497 contributions
Apr 2022
Went on a Monday and was pleasantly surprised that they were open. I like sweet wines so I was prepared to not find to find anything. The lady at the bar knew just I needed. She explained that the sangria was an original recipe for the past 11 years. She gave me a sample and I was all in. Left with a growler (that needs to be drank within 3 days — not a problem!)
A definitely a must stop if you like sangria. And hubby left with wine he liked as well. Although small, plenty of seating outside.
A definitely a must stop if you like sangria. And hubby left with wine he liked as well. Although small, plenty of seating outside.
Written April 23, 2022
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Travellingphoenix64
Phoenix, AZ161 contributions
Sep 2021
As part of a recent trip to San Diego, my wife and I spent an overnight in the beautiful mountain town of Julian, California.
We first learned of Julian while on a search for tasting rooms of the Orfila winery in Escondido (we love their wine). The tasting room of that vineyard has since moved to Oceanside, but we decided to give the Blue Door a try, especially since it was right next door to our hotel.
What a wonderful experience. Cameron and Marc are terrific hosts, and their tasting patio is a lovely setting. But best of all, their wines are FANTASTIC! Marc is a winemaking genius!
A word of caution: if you drink "whites" and don't like "reds", don't stop. As of this writing, the Blue Door only creates red wines. But they are wonderful. Their Nebbiolo is wonderfully dry yet tasty. Their Super Tuscan (Cameron calls it "a knee buckler") is a taste explosion, and their Cabernet is wonderfully playful. Their Merlot is excellent as well.
In the mood for something sweet and refreshing? Stop in for a cup of their homemade Sangria, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
At the end of a long scenic drive through the Cuyamaca Mountains, the Blue Door Winery will greet you with open arms and leave you feeling glad you came.
We first learned of Julian while on a search for tasting rooms of the Orfila winery in Escondido (we love their wine). The tasting room of that vineyard has since moved to Oceanside, but we decided to give the Blue Door a try, especially since it was right next door to our hotel.
What a wonderful experience. Cameron and Marc are terrific hosts, and their tasting patio is a lovely setting. But best of all, their wines are FANTASTIC! Marc is a winemaking genius!
A word of caution: if you drink "whites" and don't like "reds", don't stop. As of this writing, the Blue Door only creates red wines. But they are wonderful. Their Nebbiolo is wonderfully dry yet tasty. Their Super Tuscan (Cameron calls it "a knee buckler") is a taste explosion, and their Cabernet is wonderfully playful. Their Merlot is excellent as well.
In the mood for something sweet and refreshing? Stop in for a cup of their homemade Sangria, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
At the end of a long scenic drive through the Cuyamaca Mountains, the Blue Door Winery will greet you with open arms and leave you feeling glad you came.
Written September 19, 2021
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Cheers2life
Corona, CA140 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Not many places are open on a Monday in Julian. We were walking Main Street looking for a place to relax and grab a drink. Saw a sign that said " We're Open". YAY!!! It was a cute little winery tasting room off the main strip (even better). Due to Covid.. there was no wine tastings, only Sangria. Not complaining at all. It was HOT outside and a red solo cup filled with ice and Sangria was PERFECT. SUPER refreshing and yummy. Service was very friendly from Cameron. They have a few outside tables in a cute location. We enjoyed it so much we came back the next day for 2 glasses of Sangria 😊🍷.
Very adorable off the main road boutique style winery. Go check them out and enjoy a glass of Sangria out front.
Very adorable off the main road boutique style winery. Go check them out and enjoy a glass of Sangria out front.
Written June 26, 2020
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Love to travel
Arroyo Grande, CA14 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Our second visit to the Blue Door Winery tasting room and yet again it did not disappoint… it’s up a side street in the little town of Julian and pours about six different reds along with their fresh made Sangria by the glass. We enjoyed each pour and managed to take several bottles home with us. Charming owner, Kameron, takes a lot of pride in her wines and shared her knowledge with us. A very informative and gracious host, what an enjoyable afternoon! We definitely will visit again!
Written January 27, 2020
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par_rainbow
Julian, CA2 contributions
Mar 2011 • Couples
Though they usually only have about a half dozen varietals, every one of them is exceptional. Their wines are unfiltered, resulting in a full body and subtle nuances normally found in much more expensive wines. The owners are exceptionally personable, and great fun to hang out with while enjoying a glass (or two). Bonus- the tasting room is pet-friendly! We return at least once a month, and are never disappointed.
Written July 6, 2011
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9travelbug1947
Bakersfield, CA12 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
We took a detour off the Main Street and were pleasantly surprised! We were pleased to find the tasting room dog friendly, and then we found out just how dog friendly! The resident dog, Oliver, was ready, willing, and able to entertain our dog. They had a wonderful time together while we enjoyed our wine. Thank you for making us feel so welcome with our fur child, for the warm inviting environment, and especially the very tasty wine.
Written December 19, 2016
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Cesar Pablo
Santa Ana, CA476 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
The owner and wine maker is extremely friendly and welcoming, I got a tasting and his wines are really good, the Syrah and the cabernet franc were my favorites.
Their sangria is delicious too but I happen to be there on a cold day. I would totally recommend it.
Their sangria is delicious too but I happen to be there on a cold day. I would totally recommend it.
Written May 6, 2021
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BRIAN22Algonquin
ALGONQUIN256 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
We specifically visited because they were a wine-tasting place open at noon where some others we looked up didn't open until 4 pm. Tried to stop in twice on Friday after 12 noon (when they open per their web site). Not open, nothing posted on the door about a change. Called at 2 before we went to try again, no answer. Disappointed. Bad service to not be open during posted hours, will not be back.
Written January 15, 2018
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77timr
San Diego, CA40 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
Didn't expect to find a good local wines in Julian. But all four reds in the tasting were very good. We bought a Sangiovese that was better than what we had been drinking in Tuscany. Great outside Adirondack chairs that were perfect for sipping their sangria and soaking up sun. Very friendly and knowledgable hostess. The talented vintner (from Australia?) was washing dishes. Very cool place.
Written May 15, 2016
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Miguel Avila
Mexicali, Mexico25 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
This place has several of my favorites wines in California. They all taste beautiful. Oh! Btw Being snobbish about my wine, I was never a fan of sangria. This place changed that, you must try it (and buy a growler to take some home)
Written July 31, 2019
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Blue Door Winery (Julian) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Door Winery
- Blue Door Winery is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Blue Door Winery:
- (0.02 mi) Julian Gold Rush Hotel
- (0.03 mi) Cute, Cozy and Charming Cabin - In the Heart Of Julian Historic Town
- (0.16 mi) Eaglenest Bed and Breakfast
- (0.10 mi) Julian Lodge
- (0.17 mi) Orchard Hill Country Inn
- Restaurants near Blue Door Winery:
- (0.02 mi) Heroes Restaurant
- (0.02 mi) Quecho Elevated Mexican Eatery
- (0.03 mi) Julian Cafe & Bakery
- (0.10 mi) Julian Pie Company
- (0.04 mi) Apple Alley Bakery