Dark Star

Relaxed atmosphere, family friendly, pets and chickens, games, and around 18 to 20 different wines.

  • About
  • Wines Produced
  • Events
  • Press & Accolades
  • About
    Walk-ins are welcome, please call for groups of 6 or more.

    Dark Star is a rustic, working winery, just off the West 46 at Anderson Road, two miles off the 101. Our spacious tasting area includes an indoor bar with seating, and an outdoor patio with vineyard views.

    We offer around twenty wines, including whites, rosés, creative red blends, unusual red varietals and port. Our wines have recently collected many awards, including ten 90 plus point gold medals. Our winemaker calls the pick only when the grapes have reached full maturity, and the wines are made on site. Given our limited production, we can get to know each of our three hundred and eighty barrels personally, and track the progress of our wines as they mature.

    Dark Star is famous for its laid back, family and pet friendly atmosphere. Choose eight wines from our extensive menu, or let our staff guide you. Your companions can enjoy the corn hole game, the observation beehive, or just hang out with the winery cats and chickens. We may do a tour of the winery – or put you to work.

    We are also known for our great quality to price ratio. Our club members enjoy at 30% discount at all times, and 50% off case specials at least twice per year.
  • Wines Produced
    Bordeaux-Style Blend
    Cabernet Franc
    Cabernet Sauvignon
    Dessert
    Grenache
    Merlot
    Montepulciano
    Petite Sirah
    Port-Style
    Red Blend
    Red Rhône-Style Blend
    Rosé
    Roussanne
    Syrah
    Tempranillo
    Zinfandel
  • Events

    Live at Dark Star: Natalie Gelman

    Sat | Apr 13, 2024
    Natalie Gelman is an American folk-pop singer and songwriter. Gelman is mainly known for her strong vocals, and has released four albums. She regularly tours southern California and other parts of the... View Event Details >

    Dark Star Pick Up Party- Sound Effect Band

    Sat | Apr 27, 2024

    Dark Star Pick Up Party- Sound Effect Band

    Sun | Apr 28, 2024
    Dark Star Pick up Party! Sound Effect has been consistently voted Best Cover Band in Ventura County by the VC Reporter. Their music styles include Soul, Pop, Funk, R&B, Jazz and Rock. View Event Details >

    Live At Dark Star: Rosebud Band

    Sat | May 4, 2024
    Rosebud appeals to all ages with the music of the Grateful Dead mixed with originals and covers inspired by the Dead. The band re-interprets the music of the Beatles, Van Morrison, Neil Young, Bob Dylan,... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Dakota Corrales

    Sat | May 11, 2024

    Live at Dark Star: Emily Smith

    Sat | May 18, 2024
    Emily Smith is a breath of fresh air from Paso. She brightens the atmosphere with her soulful, feel good music of all genres. Emily is a must‐see singer/songwriter acoustic solo act! Her voice is often... View Event Details >

    Live At Dark Star: Natalie Gelman

    Sat – Sun | May 25 – 26, 2024
    Natalie Gelman is an American folk-pop singer and songwriter. Gelman is mainly known for her strong vocals, and has released four albums. She regularly tours southern California and other parts of the... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Dakota Corrales

    Sat | Jun 1, 2024

    Live at Dark Star: Kenny Taylor 1-4

    Sat | Jun 15, 2024
    Kenny Taylor is a Singer-Songwriter and touring musician based out of Paso Robles and originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Whether you’re a fan of smooth ballads, lively classics, or toe tapping... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Chris Blakey 1-4

    Sat | Jun 29, 2024
    Chris Blakey plays classic acoustic folk rock tunes, along with a few tunes of his own. James Taylor, The Beatles, Eric Clapton, Cat Stevens, and Neil Young are just a few of the artists whose songs he... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Easton Everrett

    Sat | Jul 13, 2024

    Taste of Bordeaux – with Michael Emling

    Thu – Thu | Jul 25 – Aug 1, 2024
    Dark Star & Michael Emling invite you to join him on an incredible 7-Night river cruise through Bordeaux and beyond with AmaWaterways. Enjoy elegantly appointed accommodations with a variety of fine... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Emily Smith

    Sat | Jul 27, 2024
    Emily Smith is a breath of fresh air from Paso. She brightens the atmosphere with her soulful, feel good music of all genres. Emily is a must‐see singer/songwriter acoustic solo act! Her voice is often... View Event Details >

    Live at Dark Star: Rag Tag Band 1-4pm

    Sat | Aug 24, 2024
    Ragtag Band is an electrifying rock and soul band. so bring your dancing shoes. View Event Details >
  • Press & Accolades

    Accolades

    • 2015 Petite Sirah, Orange County Fair, Jun 2019, Gold Medal
    • 2015 Petite Sirah, Orange County Fair, Jun 2019, Gold Medal
    • 2016 Cabernet Franc, Orange County Fair, Jun 2019, Gold Medal
    • 2014 Soft Shoulder [GSM BLend], Sunset International Wine Competition, Jun 2018, Gold Medal
    • 2014 Syrah, Orange County Fair, Jun 2018, Gold Medal
    • 2014 Soft Shoulder [GSM BLend], Orange County Fair, Jun 2017, Gold Medal
    • 2013 Petite Sirah, Orange County Fair, Jun 2016, 4 Star Gold Medal