Scenic Valley Ranch Vineyards

Scenic Valley Ranch Vineyards is a family-owned estate winery in Ballena Valley, on the eastern edge of the Ramona Valley AVA along the road to Julian. It crafts small-lot wines from its own estate, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Albariño and a historic Flame Tokay, a rare grape with deep roots in California's early wine history.

What to expect: a relaxed tasting patio with vineyard views, open Friday afternoons and Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. The patio is pet-friendly and picnic-friendly, and the winery is a natural stop if you are heading to Julian or to the hiking trails in the area. It has a perfect five-star rating on Google.

Nearby: Ballena Valley sits between Ramona and Santa Ysabel, so Scenic Valley Ranch pairs well with the wineries along Highway 78, including Hatfield Creek, and with a trip up to Julian. See our Ramona Valley wine trail guide and plan the day with the Wine Tasting Day Trip Builder.

Frequently asked questions

What wines does Scenic Valley Ranch make?
Small-lot estate wines including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Albariño and Flame Tokay.

Is Scenic Valley Ranch pet- and picnic-friendly?
Yes. The tasting patio welcomes pets and picnics.

When is Scenic Valley Ranch open?
Friday 2 to 6 pm and Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 6 pm, per the winery. Call 619-884-3514 to confirm.

Where is Scenic Valley Ranch?
27012 Scenic Valley Road in Ramona's Ballena Valley, on the way to Julian.

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