Business Details
42 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wines & Experiences in Lodi, CA
Michael David Winery represents a legacy deeply rooted in Lodi's soil since the 1860s. As a sixth-generation family-owned business, we combine centuries of agricultural expertise with modern sustainable practices through the Lodi Rules certification. Our team of passionate winemakers and family members brings both tradition and innovation to every bottle, balancing scientific precision with intuitive artistry. With over 150 years of collective experience, we cultivate award-winning wines while maintaining our commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. Our facilities feature expansive grounds for wine tasting, gourmet dining experiences, and retail offerings that showcase both our wines and locally sourced products.From our founders' early experiments with unconventional varietals to our current global distribution spanning 32 countries, we've maintained our core philosophy of leaving the land better than we found it. Our team's expertise extends beyond winemaking to include agricultural business management, sustainable viticulture, and hospitality operations. We offer immersive visitor experiences that combine wine education with casual enjoyment, reflected in our motto 'Come for the Wine, Stay for the Good Times.' Through fourth-generation leadership and continuous innovation, we've transformed a small farmstand into a destination that welcomes visitors from around the world while maintaining our family's agricultural heritage.
Services
Wine Tasting
Private Events
Farm Caf
Bistro Service
Wine Club
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer six generations of family-owned winemaking expertise.
- Our wines follow sustainable practices through Lodi Rules certification.
- We maintain a dedicated team of UC Davis-trained winemaking professionals.
- Our facilities combine wine tasting with gourmet dining experiences.
- We distribute to all 50 states and 32 countries with consistent quality.
Associations and certifications
- Lodi Rules
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Beautiful grounds
Excellent wines
Great dining options
Welcoming atmosphere
Services
Wine Tasting
Our daily wine tasting experience features curated flights of five wines including both standard and reserve selections. Guests can enjoy tastings at the bar with no reservations required for parties of six or fewer. The $15-$20 tasting fees include professional wine education and access to our knowledgeable staff who share the story behind each vintage.
Private Events
We offer specialized event hosting for groups seeking unique wine country experiences. Services include private tastings with dedicated servers, reserved outdoor seating areas, and customized arrangements for groups larger than twelve guests. Our event coordinators help plan personalized experiences tailored to specific budgets and requirements while maintaining our signature hospitality standards.
Farm Caf
Our daily dining operation serves breakfast and lunch featuring locally sourced ingredients and 4H program meats. Open from 8am-3pm, the caf provides farm-to-table meals with seasonal produce available through our onsite fruit stand. The menu includes both casual and gourmet options that complement our wine offerings in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Bistro Service
Seasonal weekend bistro service operates March through November with wood-fired pizzas, salads, and sandwiches. Available Friday-Sunday from 11am-4:30pm, this outdoor dining experience features reserved seating and dedicated servers across our expansive grounds. The menu focuses on casual fare designed to pair perfectly with our wine selections in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Wine Club
Our wine club provides exclusive access to limited releases, special events, and member-only benefits. Club members receive curated wine selections, event invitations, and personalized experiences that deepen their connection to our family-owned winery. The program emphasizes community building while ensuring access to our most distinctive vintages.
People
Mike Phillips
Co-Owner & Founder
Fifth-generation Lodi grape grower and UC Davis graduate who opened the original tasting room in 1984. Combines agricultural expertise with entrepreneurial vision to maintain family legacy while innovating wine production techniques.
Dave Phillips
Co-Owner
Wine industry veteran with international experience who expanded distribution to all 50 states and 32 countries. Focuses on quality control and global market development while maintaining family agricultural traditions.
Melissa Phillips-Stroud
VP of Sales & Marketing
Third-generation wine professional with a Cal Poly education who leads sales and marketing initiatives. Balances innovation with tradition while managing team development and community engagement programs.
Jeff Farthing
Director of Winemaking
Award-winning winemaker with Napa Valley experience who joined in 2009. Combines scientific expertise with creative approach to produce internationally recognized wines while mentoring the next generation of winemaking talent.
Sean Goehring
Winemaker
UC Davis graduate who progressed from lab technician to winemaker. Applies technical knowledge and practical experience to maintain quality standards while experimenting with new viticultural techniques and varietals.
Questions
What are your wine tasting hours?
Our wine tasting room operates daily from 10am to 5pm with last pours at 4:30pm.
Do I need reservations for wine tasting?
Groups of 6 or fewer don't require reservations, but groups of 7-12 need advance booking.
What dining options are available?
We offer the Farm Caf daily 8am-3pm and seasonal bistro service Fri-Sun 11am-4:30pm.
Are private events accommodated?
Yes, we host private tastings and events for groups with customized arrangements available.
What sustainability practices do you follow?
We adhere to Lodi Rules certification standards covering environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
Can I purchase wines online?
Yes, our full wine selection including limited editions is available through our website.
Reviews (7)
Lori Meyer
Dec 19, 2021
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Absolutely the beat wine next to Italian Red. I am happy to hear this wine will be available in LCBO ontario by May 2022. Cannot say enough good about the taste, the smell and the wonderful notes
Dave F.
Dec 04, 2021
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Oh my, I had not been there since my kids were small and the place was a pumpkin patch! We met two friends, visiting from New York, who had worked there back in their college days and have gone on to become prominent members of the Cornell University teaching Community.
Dr. Mark and his s/o Kitty joined us for a tasting at the winery. How this place has grown into a premier venue with beautiful grounds, a first class tasting room and very very nice wines Right in Hwy 12 and just east of I 5, well worth a visit.
Wines being so much to one's taste I'll let you be the judge. Myself
Dr. Mark and his s/o Kitty joined us for a tasting at the winery. How this place has grown into a premier venue with beautiful grounds, a first class tasting room and very very nice wines Right in Hwy 12 and just east of I 5, well worth a visit.
Wines being so much to one's taste I'll let you be the judge. Myself
Jessica Mierau
Dec 04, 2021
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My family are wine club members and love to stop by for lunch and an afternoon tasting at Michael David. The food is good, the wine is delicious, and the staff is so friendly and thoughtful! They also have an amazing outdoor space available in the summer months - highly recommend reserving lounge seating.
Savannah R.
Nov 28, 2021
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Michael David Winery has such a beautiful ambiance, indoors and outdoors. I recently came here for wine tasting, and I enjoyed all of the wines. The Freakshow 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon was my favorite.
Michael David Winery didn't disappoint me at all! I will be telling my friends & family about this place.
Michael David Winery didn't disappoint me at all! I will be telling my friends & family about this place.
Patty O.
Oct 31, 2021
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Wonderful wines and great food. The pies are delicious and perfect to buy frozen and ready to bake
at home later.
at home later.
Aileen M.
Oct 20, 2021
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My friends and I have visited Michael-David Winery a couple of times this year for their bottle/bistro service. Reservations through their website is a breeze! When I had to make adjustments to one of the reservations, I really appreciated their quick response and how accommodating they were. We were seated outdoors both times - once at a table near their tasting room, the other at couches near a water feature. Their grounds are absolutely beautiful, especially the outdoor patio area where there is a large pond, lots of shrubs and trees, great-looking furniture, and tons of umbrellas so customers
Steph G.
Oct 04, 2021
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This should really be a 3.5 review. I can't give it more than that, despite having a good experience recently.
I'm still angry about a 2014 experience with them -- they essentially ruined my birthday and left me and 20 of my friends stranded, even though they confirmed prior too, and it was never an issue. Day of, they said I wasn't allowed to come, for no reason in particular. I wouldn't have known that if I had called to give them a heads-up we were on our way.
Honestly, I literally would NEVER drink their wine anywhere and I'd tell anyone how horrible they were.
I'm still angry about a 2014 experience with them -- they essentially ruined my birthday and left me and 20 of my friends stranded, even though they confirmed prior too, and it was never an issue. Day of, they said I wasn't allowed to come, for no reason in particular. I wouldn't have known that if I had called to give them a heads-up we were on our way.
Honestly, I literally would NEVER drink their wine anywhere and I'd tell anyone how horrible they were.
