Visit Roberts Ranch
Ben Lomond, California | Santa Cruz Mountains AVA
We offer three types of ongoing experiences at Roberts Ranch Vineyards
Dejeuner D'Ouvrier (French Worker’s Lunch)
Wine Tasting & Charcuterie (& Crushpad Concerts!)
Quarterly Workshops
Dejeuner D'Ouvrier (French Worker's Lunch)
11:30 am
$70/pp or $35.00/pp Wine Club Members
In the Provençal tradition, we invite you to gather around the table for a generous prix fixe four course wine-paired communal lunch of delicious soup and main course, artisan bread, a fruit and cheese course salad and (bien sur!) dessert.
Your visit commences in the wine cellar with a 10 minute "splash" wine tasting so you may try the suggested wines to accompany your lunch. A wonderful food and wine experience, this is perfect for solo diners, couples and groups of friends. Bring friends and make some more around the table!
May 25th French Worker’s Lunch (2024 opening date!)
Menu for Saturday 5/25
(Subject to Availability)
First of the Season Strawberry, Basil & Arugula Salad with Local Cheese Trio
Parsnip and Spring Carrot Soup
Provencal Sausage and Chard Pie
Artisan Bread and Lavender Herb Butter
Rhubarb Buttermilk Cake
(June 29th is Lavender Harvest Celebration Workshop!)
July 20th French Worker’s Lunch
August 17th French Worker’s Lunch
Members use promo code for your special pricing
Or call 217-714-3062 /email to make your appointment
Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert
2:00pm (start time varies)
$45/pp or $22/pp Wine Club Members
Join us for live music and a tasting of 5 of our current wines, complete with abundant charcuterie boards! Meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, chocolate and even warm appetizers make appearances at this lovely and casual tasting experience.
Your tasting begins at the crush pad where you will sign in and get your first pour and plate of charcuterie. From there you are welcome to find a comfortable spot to enjoy the views and pace your tasting and food experience according to your preference. We look forward to welcoming you to the Ranch for a flavorful and relaxing afternoon!
(Seltzer & Charcuterie or Kids Snacks tickets also available)
April 20th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Sugar By the Pound
May 25th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Swirly Girls & Brad Richter
June 29th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Dan Frechette and Laurel Thomsen
July 20th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Musical Guests
August 17th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Mountain Drive
September 14th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Crushpad Concert with Stone Circle
October 26th Wine Tasting, Charcuterie & Family Harvest Party with Sugar By the Pound (Costumes Welcome!) Special time! 3-5pm
Members use promo code for your special pricing
Or call 217-714-3062 /email to make your appointment
Quarterly Workshop Events
Roberts Ranch Vineyards is an Organic Vineyard and Farm with a vision for good stewardship of the land and a heart for hospitality.
Because of this, we delight to share the seasonal abundance of the Ranch and the sustainable use and preservation of it with you through our Events and Quarterly Workshops. Come, learn some new skills, & take home a bit of the Ranch with you!
April: Spring Wreaths & Wine
April 20th, 2024 11:00am-1:00pm
$50/person $40/under 21 $25/Wine Club Members
Come and make a Spring wreath from the Ranch winegrape vine cuttings! We will teach you how to prepare the vines, make your frame, and complete the wreath to your liking- tidy or rustic! We'll then tuck in foliage, herbs & flowers for that perfect seasonal touch. Spring Nibbles will be prepared for you from the Cottage Kitchen and our Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé of Pinot Noir will be served to complete your enjoyment!
June: Lavender Harvest Celebration “Days of Wine & Lavender”featuring Culinary Lavender
June 29, 2024 11:00am-12:30pm
$50/person $40/under 21 $25/Wine Club Members
The fragrant harvest is coming in and we'll teach you how to successfully preserve it! Drying lavender is simple when you have a few methods at your disposal - and once you have done that, its uses are myriad. We will show you how to set aside the dried lavender buds (unopened flowers) for culinary use throughout the year and taste some simple and delicious recipes to inspire your summer cooking. Everyone goes home with a large bundle of fresh Roberts Ranch lavender, a bottle of dried culinary lavender, lavender lemon cookies and lots of ideas! This is a fun workshop for all (and there will be snacks & drinks for those under 21) Perfect gift idea for Mothers Day or other special occasions! The Cottage kitchen will prepare some summer bites celebrating culinary lavender and our new 2023 Rosé of Pinot Noir and 2023 Sauvignon Blanc will be the featured wines.
August: Garden Harvest Tomato Jam
August 24, 2024 11:00am-1:00pm
$70/person $60/under 21 $35/Wine Club Members
New to waterbath canning? This workshop is for you! We will bring in the sweet garden tomato harvest and learn a simple canning process for Tomato Jam following USDA guidelines for safety. Suggested equipment and guidebooks will be discussed so you can start on your own canning journey with confidence! All participants will take home a jar or two of goodies from the workshop. A light lunch from the Cottage Kitchen as well as a glass of wine will be provided to accompany our time.
November: Woodland Wreaths & Chandeliers with Lunch
November 30, 2024 11:00am-1:00pm
$80/person $40/Wine Club Members
Calling all Creatives! Come and make a Woodland Holiday Wreath or Chandelier from the Ranch winegrape vine cuttings! Sustainable reuse of cuttings from the vineyard is the inspiration for this workshop. We will teach you how to prepare the vines, make your frame(s), and complete the Wreath to your liking- tidy or rustic! We'll then tuck in foliage, herbs & decorations for that perfect seasonal touch. You can include Rosemary, Bay Laurel and Olive branches and Redwood from the Ranch, as well as preserved Dusty Miller and Amaranth and more from a neighboring farm. A light lunch will be prepared for you from the Cottage Kitchen and a glass of Roberts Ranch wine (or holiday punch) will be served to complete your enjoyment!
Policies
Appointment Outside Our Monthly Offering: We may be able to accommodate an alternate tasting appointment (minimum 10 people) if you are in our wine club. Please reach out via email or 217-714-3062 to inquire.
Children: Children are welcome! In fact, a few of our ranch-to-table workshops are prepared with their inclusion in mind. Please do contact us in advance about their attendance so we may prepare appropriately with snacks and drinks.
Pets: Well-behaved pets are welcome in our outdoor spaces if kept on leash and owners pick up afterwards.
Outside Food: Please contact us if you have serious dietary restrictions. If we cannot accommodate, you are welcome to bring food of your own.
Group Visits (6+): We welcome groups at our monthly tastings, workshops and lunches and we may be able to accommodate mid-sized group private events. Please inquire by email or 217-714-3062
Interested in becoming a Club member? Learn more here.
Directions
875 Roberts Rd, Ben Lomond, CA 95005
Take exit 3 from CA-17N
Continue on Mt Hermon Rd.
Take CA-9 N/Hwy 9 to a left on Love Creek Rd.
Make a left onto Roberts Road
Stay left at forks in road to reach 875 Roberts Road. (Maps may take you past our Ranch - just look for the sign!) Please drive slowly on Roberts and help us be good neighbors!