Steven Kent Winery
Livermore Valley's gem for bold, barrel-aged red wines, especially acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a refined tasting experience.
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Steven Kent Winery
Best Time
Fewer crowds, more relaxed
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Livermore Valley's gem for bold, barrel-aged red wines, especially acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a refined tasting experience.
"The best wine in the Livermore valley. Great wines. Excellent customer service. Must visit!! "
🎯 Choose Your Tasting Wisely
Opt for the $20 or $60 tasting to explore their diverse, high-quality wines at your own pace. :wine_glass:
🍽️ Bring Your Own Bites
Steven Kent Winery happily allows outside food, making it perfect for a picnic with your wine. 🍕
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Hours
Rating
4.8 · 68 reviews
Type
Farm
Website
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Bold Red Wines
Experience the winery's signature earthy, barrel-aged reds, particularly their acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon.
Barbera Wines
Don't miss the unique Sparkling and Rosé Barbera wines, praised for their fun and interesting profiles.
Private Salon Experience
Indulge in an elegant, memorable tasting led by a knowledgeable sommelier with vineyard views.
Premier Cabernet Sauvignon
Discover the outstanding Premier Cabernet, a standout wine celebrated for its exceptional quality.
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Livermore Valley's Wine Gem
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What's your favorite Livermore Winery?
Any wine enthusiasts on this subreddit? Curious about your thoughts on the Livermore wine scene and what your favorite wineries or specific wines are. If you were bringing a bottle or two of Livermore wine to someone out of state what would you bring to impress them?
🎯 Choose Your Tasting Wisely
Opt for the $20 or $60 tasting to explore their diverse, high-quality wines at your own pace. :wine_glass:
🍽️ Bring Your Own Bites
Steven Kent Winery happily allows outside food, making it perfect for a picnic with your wine. 🍕
Livermore wineries?
I am in Pleasanton for the weekend and was looking to get out of the in-law's house for an extended period of time. I know Livermore as a wine making region, but only know of two wineries (Concannon and Wente). I can't really sneak away for long (so Sonoma and Napa are out of…
Wine tasting recommendations?
I’m trying to figure out what to do for my birthday on Labor Day weekend, and since I’m pretty basic I figured wine tasting sounds good. Any recommendations? I’ve only ever been to one in a different city, and it was pretty cheap!
🚗 Easy Street Parking
Finding a spot on the street is usually not a problem, making your arrival smooth. 🚗
🥂 Welcome Glass Included
Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to kick off your tasting experience. 🍾
California Pinot Producers to Visit?
Hello Everyone, I'm headed for a work trip to California in the month of May to have a look at some Pinot producers and see what they are doing in the vineyard and the winery. I am in production, so the idea with these trips is usually to make contact with the winemaker and…
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🎯 Choose Your Tasting Wisely
Opt for the $20 or $60 tasting to explore their diverse, high-quality wines at your own pace. :wine_glass:
🍽️ Bring Your Own Bites
Steven Kent Winery happily allows outside food, making it perfect for a picnic with your wine. 🍕
🚗 Easy Street Parking
Finding a spot on the street is usually not a problem, making your arrival smooth. 🚗
🥂 Welcome Glass Included
Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to kick off your tasting experience. 🍾
✨ Consider a Private Tasting
The 'Private Salon Experience' with a sommelier is highly recommended for a memorable outing. ⭐
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Steven Kent Winery is highly praised for its exceptional, bold red wines, especially Cabernet Sauvignon, and its commitment to quality. Visitors appreciate the knowledgeable staff, the option to bring outside food, and the overall refined tasting experience. Some note the intimate size of the tasting room and the single restroom as minor considerations.
"The best wine in the Livermore valley. Great wines. Excellent customer service. Must visit!!"
Monica Schmuck
"Been here 3 times now since a family member is a wine club member. This is just a small tasting room, but their usually not packed and have both indoor and outdoor seating. They have a section in the back that is for members only. There is only 1 bathroom though so plan accordingly.
They always start you off with a welcome glass of sparkling wine then you choose your tasting. There's 2 teasing options, a normal $20 or a higher end $60 one. Each with 4 normal sized pours, which are all given at once in little caraffes so you can taste at your own pace. Their wines are high quality, more red heavy, but they have a variety. Their style is more earthy, bold, barrel aged reds.
Service is always good. They allow outside food. Street parking is not too difficult. Check them out"
Tim
"Solid! Absolutely solid wine. The type where there wasn't really anything wrong with any of the wines. The type where you are pretty tempted to join because you just agree with how the winemaker is making wine. Going to have to come back again here to try the flight again after their next release to see if lightning strikes twice, in which case we'll have to join. Highly recommend if you're at the complex and trying to decide which of the little tasting rooms to check out. Also, if you do decide to join, they dedicate a lot of their space to a members only lounge in the bac, which is pretty fun.
Loved the barbera wines the most - both the sparkling and the rose. Bought a few bottles of rose, which is rare because I find rose wine the most boring and one dimensional. But this rose of barbera was fun and interesting."
Lindsey Smith
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Steven Kent Winery is located in Livermore Valley. Street parking is generally available and easy to find.
Public transport options to wineries in Livermore can be limited. It's often best to drive or arrange for a ride-sharing service. Check local transit schedules for the most up-to-date information.
Many visitors opt to drive, but for a safer and more enjoyable experience, consider a designated driver, ride-sharing services, or a wine tour company.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
Steven Kent Winery offers two tasting options: a standard $20 tasting and a higher-end $60 tasting, each with four pours.
While not always strictly required, reservations are recommended, especially for weekend visits or if you're part of a larger group, to ensure availability.
Opening hours can vary, so it's best to check their official website or call ahead to confirm their current operating schedule before your visit.
There is no general admission fee to enter the tasting room, but you will need to purchase a tasting flight or bottles of wine.
Wineries are generally adult-oriented. While some may allow well-behaved children, it's always best to check the winery's specific policy beforehand.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
The tasting room is intimate, often not packed, with both indoor and outdoor seating. There's also a members-only section in the back.
Yes, there is one restroom available for guests. It's advisable to plan accordingly, especially if visiting with a group.
Absolutely! Steven Kent Winery allows outside food, making it a great spot for a picnic.
They are known for high-quality, red-heavy wines with an earthy, bold, and barrel-aged style, including excellent Cabernet Sauvignon.
Yes, a significant portion of the winery is dedicated to a members-only lounge, which is described as pretty fun.
📸 📸 Photography
The deck with vineyard views offers gorgeous scenery for photos. The elegant tasting room and the wine bottles themselves also make for great shots.
Yes, you can capture memories during your private tasting experience, especially from the deck overlooking the vineyards.
Generally, casual photography for personal use is welcome. Always be mindful of other guests and staff, and avoid intrusive photography.
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