Our Village Tasting Room

Here at the Village Tasting Room, we receive so many questions and comments about our beautiful building. Contrary to many people's first thought, it was never a church, although it is built in the style of a Burgundian church. Our tasting room manager, Deb, is quick to point out that drinking our wine is a religious experience!

Here is the actual history of the building: It was built by a fourth generation local stone mason, Joseph de Maria to serve as his local studio. The exterior is made of Arroyo Seco river rock, with redwood beams that were salvaged from a demolished Carmel home. The interior of the building and bar are beautiful limestone.

Joullian Vineyards moved their tasting room into the building in March of 2000. Prior to that the building served as a chiropractic office.

We are extremely proud of our building and so grateful for our customers who look for us "off the beaten path." So next time you are in town, please come visit us! Our friendly staff is happy to serve you!