Sip your way through Ventura County, where ocean breezes, mountain views, and more than two dozen wineries and tasting rooms surround the laid-back cities of Ventura and Oxnard. From urban neighborhoods to the rolling hills of Camarillo, Ojai, and the Santa Monica Mountains, the diverse settings are as inviting as the wines themselves. But it’s the terroir—shaped by mineral-rich soils and cool marine air—that truly sets this region apart. Ideal for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Ventura County also produces standout Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Ventura wineries
The city of Ventura blends seaside charm with a vibrant wine scene. It’s home to seven wineries, including the downtown BrixHouse tasting room at Four Brix Winery—stay for a charcuterie plate or gluten-free pizza while you sip. You can also try avant-garde style wines at Happy Accidents or enjoy ocean breezes at Deep Sea Winery. Head about 10 miles north to Old Creek Ranch & Winery where estate and imported wines are served in a relaxed, ranch-style setting. Guests can enjoy tastings under oak trees, surrounded by rolling hills and peaceful countryside views.
Oxnard wineries
In Oxnard, indulge in Tuscan-style elegance at Magnavino Cellars, or soak in the bold, modern energy at Strey Cellars, where curated tastings and interactive events make for a fun, social experience.Herzog Wine Cellars is a must-visit for its deep winemaking legacy—nine generations strong—as well as its extensive tasting room, which features kosher wines from across California’s top grape-growing regions, including rare selections not available elsewhere. Stay for a memorable, farm-to-table meal at the winery’s acclaimed Tierra Sur restaurant.
Camarillo wineries
Just 10 miles east in Camarillo, enjoy tastings at local favorites like Cantara Cellars—known for its barrel tastings and in-house beers—Back Patio Cellars, and The Wine Closet, where you can choose from an array of cheese, charcuterie, and other options to accompany your pours. Looking for a hands-on experience? At Camarillo Custom Crush, you can go behind the scenes and take part in the winemaking process.
Ojai Valley wineries
To the north in the Ojai Valley, sample estate-grown Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel at Boccali Vineyards & Winery, where tastings take place in the vineyard’s cozy, family-run Italian restaurant. A few miles to the west in the heart of Ojai on East. Ojai Ave., you’ll find a cluster of wine-tasting destinations, including Feros Ferio Winery, The Naturalist Organic Winery & Tasting Room, and Majestic Oak Vineyard.
For an in-depth look at the region, take a guided tour with Explore Wines or book a custom itinerary with Ventura County Limousine Wine Tours. With so many top-notch wineries located close together, tasting tours in Ventura County often include more stops than those in more spread-out wine regions.
Other tasting experiences in Ventura County
Ventura County offers more than great wine—it’s also home to standout breweries, distilleries, and even a meadery. In downtown Ventura, Topa Topa Brewing and Ventura Coast Brewing Co. pour creative, small-batch beers in relaxed, coastal settings. Camarillo’s Institution Ale Co. pairs its inventive brews with wood-fired pizza. For spirits, Ventura Spirits distills uniquely Californian offerings like Wilder Gin and Opuntia, a prickly-pear brandy, all made from native ingredients. Looking for something different? Try Golden Coast Mead’s Ventura tasting room, where honey wines range from dry and citrusy to floral and spiced.