Reviews for Hovey Winery Tasting Room in Murphys, CA
We came for the witch walk and wanted to sit for wine. So some of us sat at a table while the others went to get wine. As we... were ordering someone who works there named Bill was kicking my family off the table we had been sitting at for 10 minutes whileI’m line to purchase wine. He was going around trying to kick other people off tables so he could give it to this other group.He told us the table had been reserved for 3 hours and was rude mean and unprofessional while kicking my husband son and sisteroff the table. Keep saying “who are you even with?” As we walked away he then gave the table to the people in line next tous that didn’t get a table yet or “didn’t know they had to be sitting to drink the wine.” They had gotten there thesame time as us and had no reservation. So we left and took our business elsewhere. Got 4 tastings and 3 bottles at tannerwinery and was so happy with the experience and wine. Truly he turned me off to ever coming back. Read more
Traveled to Murphys to visit with family May 2022. While walking through this quaint town we were drawn to the nice outdoor... seating at Hovey winery. We chose our 5 wines to taste with help from Laura. She was knowledgeable and able to answer all of ourquestions about their winemaking process and types of grapes used. My husband and I both agreed that all of the wines we tastedwere very good. Two of our favorites were Isabel 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2017 Barberer. I understand they offer a wine clubas well as special events throughout the year. We thoroughly enjoyed part of our afternoon at Hovey and will be sure to returnour next trip to California. Read more
Great staff and delicious wine. Love the yard on sweet summer evenings and Taco Tuesdays are always a favorite.
Our first visit to Murphys and Hovey was in 2014 and we had no idea that wineries existed in the area. What a surprise! We have... been back 4 times since, take friends with us every time and ALWAYS stop at Hovey. The wines are great, the atmosphere isrelaxing and the staff always makes time for you. Laura and Rick are especially great people. The wine club has several levelsof participation and the wine selections are excellent. While no longer available, the 2014 Zinfandel is the finest wine I havetasted. The 2015 is not far behind. Their Tempranillos are awesome as well. We enjoy their Wine at Five presentation on Facebookevery Friday. They present very good information. We will definitely visit every time in Murphys Read more
Was there with a party of 6 of us. The outdoor atmosphere was nice. The wines were not great. But the main reason for the poor... rating was the ridiculously tiny pours they were giving out. They should not be charging a tasting fee for these pours. Half asip and the glass it empty. The other large negative was that it was 5-10 minutes in between pours for the server to come back. It takes 15 seconds to take the one sip you are given, not 10 minutes. This winery was a complete buzz kill for our outing. I'm sorry to say, I won't be going back. Read more
6 of us tasted at Hovey yesterday and had a great time! They have a beautiful lawn and Rick was a very attentive server. We did... not have a reservation and they were very busy but they were able to find us a spot. Dads were at the Murphy’s park with kidswhile we had a lovely experience at Hovey. I loved their C2 and Chardonnay. Read more
Delicious wines in a lovely setting. My husband and I usually buy a bottle of their Tempranillo to enjoy at one of the tables on... the lawn. A wonderful way to spend a Spring or Fall afternoon. And summer Taco Tuesdays are so much fun! Read more
Absolutely gorgeous setting, delicious wines, and lovely staff here.