Most California wine tastings happen in a valley. This one happens above it.
The Setting
Ojai Mountain is California's southernmost mountaintop cool-climate estate — growing, harvesting, and crafting every bottle from grapes grown at 2,800 feet on a remote ridge of Upper Ojai. There are no neighboring wineries up here, no tasting room signs, no foot traffic. Just ocean winds, Rhône varieties shaped by the ridge, and views that stretch to the Channel Islands.
The Experience
Sommelier-guided, every tasting is prepared specifically for your visit. You'll walk the vineyard, taste estate wines with cheese and charcuterie, and understand exactly how elevation shapes what's in your glass.
The Drive
It's 30 minutes from downtown Ojai and unlike any wine experience in California.
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As Seen In
For an exclusive and remote experience, book a visit to the Ojai Mountain, where renowned Sonoma County winemaker Erich Bradley travels to craft Rhône wines grown at 2,800 feet. The entire Santa Barbara Channel comes into breathtaking view up here.”
Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
7 Beautiful California Hikes That End in a Tasting Room — March 2026
“The joy of travel is discovery and what better way to know a region than through its
wines shaped by its terroir?”
Every bottle poured here starts steps from where you're standing. Ojai Mountain is the only winery in Ojai growing and producing wine from 100% estate-grown grapes. While other Ojai winemakers source from the broader Santa Barbara and Central Coast region, our wines are grown and harvested entirely on this mountain — at 2,800 feet, in soils no other producer works.
Cool nights, ocean influence, and elevation shape every vintage in ways no other Ojai wine can claim. If you want to know what Ojai actually tastes like — this is the only place to find out.
30 minutes from downtown Ojai and a world away from every other tasting room. No crowds, no rush, just sweeping mountain views and wine worth the journey.
$125 / Guest
The full mountaintop experience — a guided vineyard walk followed by a seated, sommelier-led tasting of five estate wines with cheese and charcuterie, served outdoors overlooking the vineyard and California coastline. Reserved entirely for your group, at a pace that lets the place sink in.
$225 / Guest
The mountain road is part of the experience — and this version lets you enjoy it without driving it. Cloud Climbers picks you up anywhere in Ojai in an open-air vintage Jeep, handles the climb, and delivers you to the ridge ready to taste. The sommelier-led tasting follows the same format as our private experience, with the journey built in.
$100 / Guest
A sommelier-led mountaintop tasting shared with a small group of fellow guests — maximum 20 in total. The experience is identical to our private format: vineyard views, five estate wines, cheese and charcuterie, and no time pressure. A good option for solo visitors, couples open to a social setting, or anyone who enjoys tasting alongside other curious wine drinkers.
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The Experience
Most tasting rooms are designed to move volume. This one is designed to be remembered. Every visit at Ojai Mountain is a curated mountaintop wine tasting experience built around the landscape, the wines, and your group.
Included in Every Tasting
Guided Vineyard Walk
Included
Flight of Five Estate Wines
Included
Sommelier Guidance
Included
Cheese & Charcuterie
Included
Panoramic Ventura Views
Guaranteed
Your sommelier walks you through the vineyard — the blocks, the elevation, the ocean winds that shape each wine — in the place where it was actually grown. Then a seated tasting outdoors, overlooking the vineyard and the California coastline. Five estate wines, cheese and charcuterie, no time pressure. This is what a mountaintop tasting in California is supposed to feel like.
You're visiting a working estate at nearly 3,000 feet. A little preparation makes the experience significantly better.
Sun protection
UV exposure is meaningfully stronger at elevation — even on overcast days. Bring sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunscreen. The ridge offers little shade during the tasting, and the light up here is part of what makes it beautiful.
Bring a Layer
The estate sits 10-15 degrees cooler than downtown Ojai, with consistent wind off the ridge. A light jacket or sweater is worth bringing year-round. From November through March, temperatures can drop into the 40s — dress accordingly.
Shoes you can walk in
The optional vineyard walk covers natural terrain — packed soil, gentle slopes, and occasional loose gravel. Closed-toe shoes with grip are ideal. Heels, open-toed sandals, and smooth-soled dress shoes aren't suited for the mountain.
Photo by Olivia Klein.
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Ojai Mountain sits at 2,800 feet on a remote ridge in Upper Ojai—no neighboring wineries, no tasting room signs, no foot traffic. Most people who live in the valley have never been here. The estate is intentionally secluded, and the drive up is part of the experience.
From downtown Ojai, it's 6 miles and 30–40 minutes via a winding mountain road with sustained elevation gain. You'll climb through switchbacks, pass no other properties, and watch the valley shrink below you. On clear days, the Channel Islands come into view as you approach the ridge.
Most of the route is paved and well-maintained. The final quarter-mile is a graded dirt road in excellent condition — standard passenger cars handle it without issue in dry weather. During or after heavy rain, higher clearance or all-wheel drive is recommended for that last stretch.
GPS systems frequently misroute or fail entirely on the final stretch. We send detailed written directions immediately after booking. Follow those instructions—not your GPS—once you're on Sulphur Mountain Road.
Downtown Ojai
30–40 minutes
Ventura
50–60 minutes
Santa Barbara
1 hour 15 minutes
Los Angeles (depending on traffic)
1.5–2 hours
Book our Tasting & Jeep Transport experience with Cloud Climbers. Open-air vintage vehicles pick you up anywhere in Ojai, handle the mountain road, and deliver you to the ridge ready to taste. The sommelier-led tasting follows the same format as our private experience — with the journey built in.
Guest Reflections
“Incredible experience. Maybe the most scenic wine tasting on the planet. And the wine was delicious.” — Jake Rossman, 5 of 5 stars
Incredible experience. Maybe the most scenic wine tasting on the planet. And the wine was delicious.”
Jake Rossman
Secure Your Time
Every visit is prepared in advance. Online booking closes 72 hours ahead to ensure everything is ready for your arrival.
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No available times means that date is fully booked. For groups, dietary restrictions, scheduling requests, or cancellation questions, email us.
Please note: cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
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Private Celebrations on the Mountain
A proposal timed to sunset. A corporate retreat above the valley. A bachelorette on the ridge. A milestone birthday with the Channel Islands in view. We've hosted them all. The setting is fixed — panoramic views, total privacy, no neighboring properties. Everything else, we build around you.
Proposals
We've hosted proposals on this ridge more times than we can count. Every one has been unforgettable. No crowds, no other guests, no distractions — just you, the person you love, and one of the most breathtaking backdrops in Southern California.
“The most special moment of my life in the most gorgeous place. Thank you for creating such a beautiful memory.”
Book a private wine tasting and let us know your plan in advance. We'll help you choose the perfect moment. The tasting continues afterward as a private celebration, with cheese and charcuterie, and as much time as you need to take it all in.
We work with talented local photographers who know this property and can be positioned discreetly to capture the moment, then stay for a portrait session across the estate. Photographers book independently — we're happy to make introductions.
Photo by Dakota Moss.
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Group Experiences
At 2,800 feet with panoramic views and no neighboring properties, this estate has a way of making teams feel like they're somewhere that matters. We've hosted corporate team building events, client entertainment, leadership offsites, and end-of-year celebrations.
“The views were unreal — truly the perfect place for a group getaway. A wine tasting experience that was absolutely perfect: great wine and the best charcuterie.”
For groups who prefer a seamless arrival, our Jeep transport partnership with Cloud Climbers offers round-trip pickup anywhere in Ojai in open-air vintage vehicles — making the journey itself part of the day.
Groups of up to 20 can book online. For larger gatherings,
send us a request using the form below.
Special Request Form
We welcome special-occasion visits for groups of all sizes. Tell us what you're planning and we'll shape the experience around it.
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Stay on the Estate
Most guests leave after a few hours. Some decide they're not ready to go back down. The Ridge villa sits at the summit—four bedrooms, ocean views, and the vineyard at your doorstep. Wake up here, and the mountain is yours before anyone else arrives.
The Ridge Villa
The only place to stay at 2,800 feet with direct vineyard access. Pour estate wines from your own terrace. Watch the sun drop into the Pacific from a hot tub with nothing between you and the Channel Islands. Experience the mountain the way guests on a tasting visit can't.
Photo by Chris Williams.
Guest Reflections
“The most secluded luxury rental in Southern California.” — Luxury Travel Magazine, 5 of 5 stars
The most secluded luxury
rental in Southern California.”
Luxury Travel Magazine
Photo by Courtney de Wet.
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Plan by SeasonFrom vineyard visits to our winemaking philosophy—find answers to the most common questions about Ojai Mountain.
Yes — all tastings are by appointment only. The estate is private property at 2,800 feet in Upper Ojai, and every visit is prepared individually. We don't accept walk-ins. Online booking is available anytime and requires 48 hours' notice. If you're hoping to visit sooner, email or text us and we'll do our best to accommodate. → Book a visit
Yes — the minimum is 2 guests. Tastings involve a sommelier traveling to the mountain and wines being opened specifically for your visit, so we're not able to accommodate a single guest. If you're visiting solo, reach out at info@ojaimountainestate.com and we'll see what we can arrange. → Book a visit
Our tastings are designed as private, sommelier-led experiences at a remote mountaintop estate, and the minimum reservation we are able to accommodate is two guests. Each visit includes opening five estate wines and serving a curated charcuterie accompaniment, along with time to explore the vineyard story and farming practices. Hosting a single guest unfortunately is not viable within this format.
We host tastings between 11 am and 5 pm, with most visits beginning at 11 am, 2 pm, or 4:45 pm (the sunset slot, available mid-March through September). Each has its own character: 11 am is cooler and quieter with the vineyard at its freshest; 2 pm gives warm afternoon light across the valley; and 4:45 pm ends with the Ojai sunset — the orange flare over the Pacific followed by the Pink Moment over the Topa Topas. If none of the listed times work, email or text us at info@ojaimountainestate.com or 805.214.4339 and we'll do our best to accommodate.
You may cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before your visit for a full refund — no questions asked, no fees. Cancellations inside the 48-hour window are non-refundable because tastings are private and prepared specifically for your group: wines are pulled, the board is assembled, and staffing is arranged in advance.
Weather exception: if a significant storm is forecast, you may cancel or reschedule regardless of timing and receive a full refund. In the rare case that we need to cancel due to unsafe road or ridge conditions, we'll always refund in full and help you find an alternative time. → Book a visit
Online booking requires 48 hours' notice to allow us to prepare properly. If you're in Ojai and hoping to visit sooner, email info@ojaimountainestate.com or text 805.214.4339 — we'll let you know if there's availability. We can sometimes accommodate last-minute requests, especially mid-week. Last-minute requests for special occasions — proposals, surprise celebrations, spontaneous group visits — are particularly worth asking about.
All three time slots — 11 am, 2 pm, and 4:45 pm — offer the same experience. The 11 am slot tends to be cooler and the vineyard is freshest in the morning light. The 4:45 pm slot, available mid-March through September, gives you a chance to catch the famous Ojai sunset and, on clear evenings, both the orange moment over the Pacific and the Pink Moment over the Topa Topas. → Book a visit
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