Winemaker Name
Steve Kahle (Winemaker) & Marilyn Kahle (Co-Owner)
Woof 'n Rose Winery is a small-batch estate winery on Garjan Lane in Ramona, producing wines with a casual, dog-friendly atmosphere that makes every visit feel like an afternoon with friends. The winery focuses on varieties well-suited to Ramona Valley's warm, dry growing conditions, producing wines that are expressive, approachable, and reflective of the land they come from.
Woof ’n Rose lives up to its name — this is a casual, dog-friendly Ramona estate where visits feel more like an afternoon with friends than a formal tasting. Expect small-batch, hands-on hospitality, often with the winemakers themselves pouring and talking through the wines. The Garjan Lane setting is intimate, so this is a place for couples and small groups rather than large parties. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, making it a favorite for visitors who want to bring their companion along. Check current hours and reservation policies before you go, as small estates often pour by appointment or on weekends only. Bring a picnic if you’d like to settle in, and allow extra time for the rural Ramona Valley drive. Free parking is available on-site. The result is a warm, personal visit that’s hard to find at larger, busier wineries.
Steve Kahle (Winemaker) & Marilyn Kahle (Co-Owner)
1995
5 acres in the Ramona Valley AVA with 98% estate-grown grapes — 8 varietals including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Grenache Noir, Montepulciano, and Alicante Bouschet. Annual production 300–350 cases.
Multiple medal winners at the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Florida State Fair Wine Competition, and Toast of the Coast (San Diego County Fair). Steve Kahle has served as Education Chair for the San Diego County Vintners Association and as both Director and Alternate Director for the Southern California District of the Wine Institute — the main California wine industry advocacy group. Winery dogs Liberty and Champagne are beloved fixtures on the tasting veranda.
Woof n Rose Winery offers intimate private tastings on the outdoor dog and rose themed veranda overlooking the Ramona Valley vineyards and surrounding mountains. Available by appointment Monday through Friday. Owners Steve and Marilyn Kahle personally host all tastings. Contact directly to schedule a private visit — groups are warmly welcomed.
17073 Garjan Ln, Ramona, CA 92065, USA
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