Maria Concetto Winery Tasting Room — Restaurant in Calistoga

I want to start out saying that Maria was friendly, which is why I rated 2 stars. I am being generous.

However, she did not honor the Groupon that says, “ we’ll pour you some wine, free gifts in hand. etc.” No obligation, no need to buy. So, if that’s the case, why did I have to pay for tastings??

I inquired and showed her my Groupon, and she said it’s just marketing. I appreciate her honesty, but it’s misleading and considered false advertisement. See verbiage below. I would have expected for Maria to pour me some wine without purchase. That did not happen. And she did NOT go the extra mile.

See Groupon verbiage below:

Uncork the fun, come one, come all, To Maria Concetto Winery, we'll have a ball! Our tasting room is open, free gifts in hand, A personalized wine opener, isn't that grand? No need to buy, no obligation at all, Just come and enjoy, have a ball! We'll pour you some wine, and make you smile, At Maria Concetto, we go the extra mile.

Also, Maria didn’t share the story for this winery as mentioned by others in their reviews.

She spent a lot of time with a 2 party by the robot.

The pouring didn’t seem to be 2 ounces, but less than. I paid for 3 tastings and a modest tip that I felt some kind of way about. It was about $118.00, and I had to ask for our wine openers.

I drive all the way to Calistoga to visit this winery because I loved the decor from the pics online.

I did appreciate the recommendation to the Italian restaurant across the street.

Lastly, the wine was disgusting and it reminded me of very inexpensive wine similar to Tisdale (buy from the $1.25 store) or Oakleaf (buy from grocery store in bottom shelf when you wanna make some sangria…(very low end...

What a lovely place in Calistoga. Very cool artsy venue and very nice hosts! I came in on a Saturday around 5pm and the place was empty so I was lucky to get a chair at Robi (the Robot). It was pretty cool to watch the robot pour a glass of wine. For Robi to pour your wine it's $20/glass. Robi will also bring you a tip jar at the end so tip Robi. They'll take a video of you at the bar with Robi and can airdrop it to you. Pretty cool! Robi poured me the Dry Creek and Mendocino pinots. I liked the Dry Creek and purchased a bottle ($69). I didn't see the menu at first so I didn't know what was part of the robot pour. I guess you can just do the robot bar by the glass without doing the 6 tastings. I ended up tasting their three cabs. It was okay but I was more interested in the pinot. For 6 tastings, it's $69 which includes the two at the bar with Robi. So you'll pay Robi to pour the wines that is part of the 6 tastings. The experience was great. Here's an idea of what you'll get. I did two pours with the robot, 3 cab tastings and bought one bottle for $180 (includes the $27 tip) I'll definitely have to bring the wife...

Maria Concetto Winery's Tasting Salon in Calistoga is an extraordinary fusion of tradition and technology, offering a wine tasting experience that is both intimate and innovative. Their Pinot Noir from Mendocino is a masterpiece, bursting with nuanced flavors that speak to the heart of wine connoisseurship. The Foxtrot Cabernet Sauvignon, with its robust body and velvety finish, stands as a testament to the winery's dedication to crafting fine wines.

Amidst the oak barrels and elegant ambiance, RobinoVino, the Robot-Wine-Steward, adds a twist of futuristic charm, serving wines with precision and a touch of whimsy. This robotic maestro ensures each glass is poured to perfection, making the experience not just about the taste but also the unique presentation.

Sipping on a selection of their finest creations, from crisp whites to decadent reds, each wine tells a story of the rich Calistoga terroir. The visit to Maria Concetto Winery Tasting Salon is an unforgettable journey through the senses, and a must-visit destination for any true lover of wine. Five stars for an unparalleled encounter with...