Nicholson Vineyards - Aptos

What a beautiful setting under trees and amongst the vineyard. We had a great tasting and picked up some wine for the weekend.

We love Nicholson so much that we became members! It’s the best value in the area and we definitely have pegged our favorite wines. They also have an olive grove and press their own olive oil. We always enjoy a picnic under the oaks and LOVE the fact that they allow you to bring your own food. They’ve upgraded and increased capacity with their outdoor tables and have also changed their reservation system. You’ll have to go to Tock to reserve. Look up Nicholsons website for the most current events. Summer is the best time to go!

Very nice winery in Aptos. We had a great time our wine tasting was good including the individual who served the tasting.

Went wine tasting with friends, the wine was all absolutely phenomenal! And well priced too. Venue want very busy at our 3pm arrival but every table was full by the time we left. Disappointed we couldn’t do olive oil tasting, but I fully expect them to start offering this experience now that California is reopening. Overall, 5/5 the wine was too good to give Nicholson anything less :

I live in the area and love that I can pop over to Nicholson whenever! Pre-pandemic days, they had live music and food trucks. Currently, you need a reservation and can bring your own food as you enjoy their wines in their outdoor picnic area under the oaks with beautiful views of the vineyards and olive groves. Wine flights are very reasonably priced, service is awesome, and they also have wonderful olive oil! Pair your favorite wine tasting foods and bring your picnic to Nicholson for a wonderful outing. I’m hoping they soon return to open Sundays as well (currently Saturdays only and reservations fill up quickly).