Winemaker Name
Physician-Winemaker & Father (Family Partnership) — UC Davis trained
Region
About The Winery
Sky Valley Cellars is a Ramona estate winery with sweeping vineyard views from its Sky Valley Drive location, producing wines that capture the open, expansive character of Ramona Valley's wide-sky terrain. The winery produces estate wines in a scenic setting that feels genuinely removed from the pressures of city life — exactly what San Diego wine country at its best should offer.
Founding Year
2015
Vineyard Acreage
Estate vineyard at 1,600 feet elevation on Sky Valley Drive in Ramona — replaced avocado grove with wine grapes featuring Tempranillo, Grenache, and Italian varieties
Know Before You Go
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Reservations: Walk Ins Welcome
- Estate Type: Estate Grown
Awards & Recognition
Double Gold & Best of Class — 2022 OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition (Italian Style Rosé, competing against 2,400+ California wines). 95 Points / Double Gold — 2021 Estate Tempranillo Ranch Reserve. 89 Points / Silver Medal — 2022 Estate Tempranillo Ranch Reserve. 88 Points / Silver Medal — 2021 Estate Rowdy Bunch blend. Sky Valley Cellars farms sustainably, maintaining minimal environmental impact on their 1,600-foot elevation Ramona estate. The winemaker, a practicing physician, and his father started this family project in 2014 inspired by a radio program about Ramona's emerging wine country.
Private Event Availability
Sky Valley Cellars tasting patio is currently closed to walk-in visitors due to the winemaker's medical career commitments. Limited production wines are available for purchase online with free California shipping on 6+ bottle orders. Visit skyvalleycellars.com or call 760-896-2685 to inquire about private visits or wine club membership.
Location
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16729 Sky Valley Dr, Ramona, CA 92065, USA
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