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Shadow Ranch Vineyard
4.5
13 reviews
#3 of 17 things to do in Somerset
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Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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In the heart of El Dorado County's Fair Play AVA, nestled in the Sierra Foothills is Shadow Ranch Vineyard, producing premium, small-batch wines.
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mrvino2016
Napa, CA4 contributions
A must-see winery in Eldorado county.
Nov 2021
This winery is in the Fairplay AVA, in the heart of Eldorado County. I went there last month for the Wine & Jazz event. The place has such a cool vibe. They have a brand new tasting room. Sam, the winemaker and GM, was super friendly and makes such incredible wines. They have a charcuterie and cheese platter to pair with the wine. It is a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy excellent wines with friends (or a date). They are only open Friday-Sunday. Highly recommended.
Written December 16, 2021
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jim590
Sacramento, CA510 contributions
French style wines, relaxed California Foothills
Jan 2020 • Couples
El Dorado county is so beautiful, and the wine country is up and coming. Most of the wineries provide big California reds. By accident (via the Priority Wine Pass), we found Somerset and its amazing wineries. Shadow Ranch stood out because the wine maker shapes his wines in French styles. The GSM blend is outstanding. The tasting room is subtle, relaxed and in a building from the 1800's. Kara, our tasting room host, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. A hidden gem in the Sierra Foothills.
Written January 5, 2020
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Jerry Z
Camillus, NY6,608 contributions
Great setting, very good wines.
Aug 2017 • Couples
Never had a server give us a wine sample and go out and pick the grape to sample. The sauvignon blanc estate was excellent. Our server had an excellent presentation and the wines were very good. We sat outside and enjoyed our wines and the beautiful day. Very good choice.
Written August 20, 2017
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acoulter
New Orleans, LA193 contributions
Loved the Host - wines are a value
We bought the inexpensive red blend (Sheriff) because we thought it was a value. The hostess was informative and patient making our tasting experience pleasant and lingering. If you are this far north, stop by and see what you like.
Written October 28, 2012
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Marcus C
Sacramento, CA4 contributions
Great all around
Jun 2022
Great wines, lovely venue, and lots of nice extras like the pairing days and music. This is on our regular rotation when we come up wine tasting.
Written June 11, 2022
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bookshelf_truckee
Truckee, CA3 contributions
Wine tasting
Nov 2018 • Couples
Had a great time at Shadow Ranch tasting. The Mitch is quite the showman. You’ll have a great visit and the wines are exceptional this year. Rejoined the wine club.
Thanks.
Written November 2, 2018
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4barbrak4
Reno, NV18 contributions
Going Again
May 2017 • Couples
We discovered this winery on our way to Amador last year; there are a few nice places to stop in Somerset. The wines at Shadow Ranch surprised us they were so good. On our way to Amador again this weekend and looking forward to stopping here on the way.
Written May 26, 2017
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Dawn D
Reno, NV158 contributions
Beautiful views, wonderful wines.
Apr 2017 • Couples
We enjoyed an afternoon stop at Shadow Ranch. They do charge a $5 tasting fee for 6 tastings. We were not asked to pay up front. We made a purchase and we were not charged for the tasting. The staff was very friendly. I would recommend taking a picnic lunch and eating there while enjoying your wine - the view was amazing. Having been born and raised in Napa, we found that the wineries in the Fair Play area to be friendlier, quiter, and more spectacular views. We plan on making a return trip in June.
Written April 23, 2017
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nursemurphy13
Trophy Club, TX307 contributions
A tasting fee?
Jul 2016
This very small tasting room has a nice view. The wines were good, bought a couple of bottles. Our negative is they charge $5 tasting fee up front, she made it very clear we pay NOW. Did not refund the $5 after we made a purchase. $5 is a small fee but this is Somerset, not Napa. Really, you are going to charge me to taste your wines, I purchase your wines and you keep the money? We won't return.
Written July 28, 2016
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DAVID K
ROUND MOUNTAIN1 contribution
Outstanding customer service and wines
Oct 2014 • Couples
What great place. They went above and beyond to make my wife's birthday surprise a smashing success. The wines they have here are among the best we've had, especially the 'Sheriff'.
Thanks Shadow Ranch!
Written October 22, 2014
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  • Fri - Sun 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM