Wine Country, Made Easy. Uncork the Unexpected in Lodi.

With 85+ wineries and over 135 varietals, Lodi delivers big discovery with none of the wine-country hassle. Friendly tasting rooms, great value, and plenty to do between sips.

• Walk-in friendly at most tasting rooms (larger groups should check ahead).
• Pocket-friendly tastings, typically under $20 and often waived with bottle purchase.
• Uncrowded, relaxed, and easy to enjoy at your own pace.

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The Easy Lodi Wine Weekend (no overthinking required)

Friday: Check in, wander downtown, dinner, then a wine bar nightcap.
Saturday: Two tastings, a great lunch, one more tasting, then sunset on a patio.
Sunday: Brunch, bottles to go, quick downtown stroll, head home.

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Why Lodi hits different

Laid-back wine country that still overdelivers.

Lodi is friendly by design. You’ll find boutique wineries, unique bottles you won’t spot at the grocery store, and the kind of visits where you might actually meet the winemaker.

• Boutique wineries, personal hospitality, and real stories behind the pour.
• Family-friendly and pet-friendly options, so the whole crew can come.
• No fighting for parking, no shoulder-to-shoulder tasting bars, no vibe killers.

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Uncork the unexpected (yes, it’s more than Zin)

A world of wine, right here.

Try something new:
• Albariño (Spanish white) at Bokisch Vineyards
• Teroldego (Italian red) at Peltier Winery
• Clairette Blanche (white Rhône variety) at Acquiesce Vineyards
• Assyrtiko (Greek white) via Perlegos Family Wine Co. at the Lodi Wine Visitor Center

FACT: Our region is home to over 135 varietals, making Lodi the most diverse wine growing region in the United States.

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Sip history (old vines you can actually taste)

A living museum of vineyards.

Lodi is home to the highest concentration of California old vines, including Bechthold Vineyard (planted 1886), noted as the oldest Cinsault vineyard in the world. These vines are the roots of Lodi’s reputation, and yes, you can taste that heritage in the glass.

Do This: Want a sip of Bechthold history? Try a Cinsault at Jessie’s Grove Winery.

Wine country you can feel good about

Sustainability is part of the pour.

Lodi is home to LODI RULES, California’s first third-party-certified sustainable winegrowing program, with an emphasis on responsible farming, water conservation, soil health, and biodiversity. Look for the green LODI RULES seal.

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Between tastings (because the best weekends have range)

Keep the day moving, not just the wine.

• Downtown Lodi: shops, strolls, and easygoing nightlife
• Outdoors: a quick reset between wineries
• Farms and agriculture: local flavor, literally
• Spas and wellness: balance the weekend

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Farm-to-table isn’t a trend here.

When you’re ready for dinner, Lodi’s farm-fresh vibe shows up on the plate. Try Americana House, Guantonio’s, Market Tavern, or Pietro’s Trattoria, then keep exploring from there.

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Nataile Morlino

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Nataile Morlino

Community Engagement & Communications Manager

Natalie is a natural storyteller eager to make authentic connections with her community. An avid world traveler, she’s always ready to pull up a barstool at a cozy restaurant, meet new people, and spot a Lodi wine on the menu. Since trading city life for wine country, you’ll find her in Lodi shopping the farmers market, hunting for antiques, or exploring a new winery with her fiancé, son, and their pug — glass of Zin in hand, of course.

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