The Mountain Winery
Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: (408) 741-2822
- Best of Citysearch:
- Live Music Venue 2005, Live Music Venue 2004
- Hours:
- M-Su 5:30p-10:30p
Editorial Review for The Mountain Winery – by John Angell Grant
The Scene
Built in 1905 by vintner Paul Masson, this 1,650-seat amphitheater on the grounds of Chateau La Cresta is now a private foundation and rents its facility out for corporate gatherings, weddings and special events. Concerts run from June through September, and draw a crowd with the gorgeous views and special buffet and prix-fixe dinners offered two hours before performances.
The Draw
Shows can range from rock and jazz to opera and Broadway musicals. The Mountain Winery has three seating options: premium reserved seating, reserved seating and general admission. But, even if you're not close enough to look into the performer's eyes, know that there's not a bad seat in the place. Whether you like the bluesy rock of the Cowboy Junkies or the theatrics of Madame Butterfly, you're in for a great night.
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Insider Tips
Dinner and a ShowMulticourse prix-fixe dinners with wine accompaniments or full buffets are available from Chateau La Cresta by reservation.
Go EarlyTake the time to soak up the gorgeous view before the show starts. The gates open two hours before each performance.
A Picnic Before the ShowTailgating and picnicking are permitted in the parking area.
Come Rain or ShineRaining? Grab an unbrella because the show will go on.
User Reviews for The Mountain Winery
08/14/2005 Posted by ritadlewis
As I drove up the windy road and saw the view I gasped ... it was worth being in the long line of slow moving cars creeping up the driveway ... AND the talent is top notch ... HOWEVER, the seating in uncomfortable, the visibility and acoustics are minimally tolerable, but the worst thing is that the place is a wind tunnel and it is FREEZING (which is an accomplishment in the hot Saratoga summers). I sat front row center for James Brown and have never been so uncomfortable ... worse than Candlestick Park. I just wish all those great performers would go to the neighboring PERFECT venue, Villa Montalvo. Also hate that ticketmaster is the only way to purchase tickets.
Pros: view, artists
Cons: FREEZING wind, hard seats, bad acoustics
12/07/2002 Posted by chochay
The Mountain winery, is set amongst lush hills, the backdrop of the sky and inexhaustibly breathtaking views from day to dusk to night. Location is great-and worth the drive no matter where youre coming from. The buffet available before concerts is excellent, and its a great place to listen to wonderful music, bring a blanket and cuddle with your dearest...
Pros: Views, Ambience
Cons: Parking, Distance, Wooden Seats...
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