About Poetic Cellars
Poetic Cellars is a small family winery tucked into 33 redwood-studded acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains above the town of Soquel, near the historic Vine Hill winegrowing district. The hillside site overlooks the Pacific and enjoys a temperate, ocean-influenced climate well suited to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay planted here, along with a range of reds.
The wines aim to reflect the site and climate as much as the winemaker's hand, and visitors consistently describe the experience as worth the drive up the narrow, winding mountain roads. Tastings take place in a bright, unpretentious room within the barrel building, with indoor tables and creek-side patio seating outside, and the winery is dog-friendly.
Poetic Cellars is a weekend-focused destination, typically pouring Saturday and Sunday afternoons, and also hosts events and occasional live music on its grounds. Because hours are limited and can change seasonally, it is best to confirm current days and times directly with the winery before visiting.