A Black-Owned Winery

Our winery is founded on the four pillars of life that keep us focused, driven, and alive. Family, Friends, Faith, and Freedom. At McClain Cellars, we believe every day is a gift to be enjoyed with those you love the most.  A proud member of the African-American Vintners Association and a black owned-winery, McClain Cellars offers a luxury experience with award-winning wines at all of its locations.

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We Go Beyond Wine

We make great wines to be shared by great friends. Jason & Sofia McClain started McClain Cellars to do something they always wanted; to spend more time with friends and family. For decades nothing has been more fun than gathering together for wine night at the McClain Family. Whether it was a Saturday afternoon BBQ, movie night, an evening after a long day or just Wine Wednesday, nothing beats hanging out with great friends, a glass of good wine and enjoying what life has to offer.

To make great wine we need three things, a family with a dream, great grapes and an amazing winemaker. Welcome to McClain Cellars!

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What Our Customers Are Saying

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Based on 479 reviews
Excellent wine and knowledgeable staff. Janet was amazing - super polite, and she throughly explained the menu options. I highly recommend stopping for the wine tastings and becoming a member for extra discounts. Thanks Janet! We'll be back for more.Edit: This was my second time here, with a group of 4.
We just did the wine and chocolate truffle pairing it is indeed one of the best wine tasting at Solvang! Our server Allie (if I remembered correctly), is very sweet! She helped us a lot. Love the Summer Breeze and white chocolate lavender pairing!
Great time with the family before dinner. Wonderful weather, great wine and awesome popcorn made for a great night! Staff was wonderful and caring!
Amazing Experience- Antonio was spectacular, super helpful and very informative. We joined the wine just because of him. The wines were spectacular as well. We are all about an experience and Antonio provided a fabulous one. Can't wait to be back to enjoy the Chocolate wine paring they have.
Great service and wine!!
This winery is the best in oc due to their class, service, and quality of wine. Small business with multiple locations - takes care of its members - values long term relationship with its patrons - and overall just a fantastic business model: cute merch, olive oil and balsamic that are amazing, and amazing employees like Taylor who keep us coming back 🙂 - Blaze / Lauren
This place is amazing! I have been coming here forever and the owners and the wine are top quality. Taylor is irreplaceable and the main reason we continue to come to the laguna locations
Amazing amazing people, service and delicious wines!! You have to stop by if you are in the area!
We loved the wines. They specialize in blends which we are always a fan of. The space is amazing and you will definitely enjoy coming here.
Allie was an exceptional host as we toured various wines. She was attentive and accommodating, especially as the other half of the group showed up later.
Fantastic people…
We stumbled in with our 11 year old and were pleasantly surprised to be welcomed by super friendly staff that said there’s a video game for him to play while we cooled off with a white & bubbles flight. To the side of the wine bar is a chic game room. And we enjoyed picking a few cheeses for them to make us a cheese board too. Super friendly and welcoming staff!
Nice, quiet environment. The servers were knowledge about the wine and super friendly!
Super chill spot. Great ambiance, super friendly staff and amazing wine.
The cab’s are fantastic!
Our wine educator Antonio gave us a personalized tasting that made us fall in love with the wines at McClain. He took the time to let us know which grapes and notes would best suit us based on our preferences and led us to the tastings that would be the best. Overall an amazing experience that will make us visit the locations closest to us in Laguna Beach and Irvine.
Lovely people and great wine. A very good variety. Love how you can pick your wines for the wine club.
Great experience! Wonderful wine, make your own cheese plate, beautiful outdoor seating, incredibly fun staff.
We had a wonderful experience at McClain Cellars! The wine is delicious, and the conversation even better! Would definitely return.
Enjoyed the experience with my mom and sister. The clientele was helpful and friendly. The wines were all amazing! I highly recommend Summer Breeze and Love and Happiness. A must stop if you’re in Solvang!
Friendly staff! Great educators. Love the art and love the wine even more.
Love everything about McClain. Their story, their vibe, inclusive atmosphere and obviously their wine. Come here, drink here and bring friends !
Great wine and great times!
So awesome!
we just joined their wine club and attended our first members night which was fantastic! An amazing staff and community! We’re so glad we stumbled upon this place.
Taylor is the best! We thoroughly enjoyed her wine knowledge and the majority of wines. A fun, eclectic atmosphere to enjoy wine tasting! Highly recommend!
Great ambience and the live music was excellent!
Excellent quality wines! I continue to bring family and friends often to enjoy their wine and friendly wine experts! Highly recommend!
Award winning wines, great people, and cool music- including RIDESHARE jazz 🎶😊
Antonio was knowledgeable, fun, and super engaging! Visit McClain Cellars next time you are in Solvang. Top notch!
Just amazing. The price point is high but it's well worth it. This some of the finest wines I've tasted outside of going to a Vineyard itself. I was truly impressed with every red wine I sampled, including blends, which usually aren't my thing. The service was outstanding as well. I highly recommend this venue if you are a wine lover and you are in Laguna Beach
The best wine tasting in all of Laguna. The wine pairs amazing with the aesthetic of the scenery outside along amazing zest of all the exquisite cheese they have to offer. Taylor served us with a knowledge that only could be compared to the highest rated sommeliers. One of the best experiences I have ever had. Thank you and we will be coming back very soon!
We came here for a friend’s birthday and had such a great time! Amazing experience with Taylor, she was incredibly knowledgable about the wines and the customer service was exceptional. Will come back for the great wine and a friendly face!
Taylor is the best! Give her a raise! She’s an angel. We had the best time and will definitely be back 🙂
McClain Cellars was recommended to me by another local wine tasting room and it did not disappoint! They have charcuterie and wine flights and our server Janet made some really great recommendations. Will definitely be coming back!
LOVE THIS PLACE! Wines are totally worth the price point, some of the best wines I’ve found in OC. Especially the Savannah Grace and the Olsen Ovation. Live music on Saturdays and Sundays. Always great artists. Charcuterie if you need something to snack on. Great restaurants next door for dinner after your wine tasting. An overall win win. You’ll find me here often 😊
Bomb wine (worth the high price point), Taylor and Ariel attentive despite the crowd that was there. Frank Duvall happened to be playing this particular Sunday, so you had good wine, good music 100% will definitely be back!
This place is wonderful! Not just the wines (which are fantastic) but the wine hostesses, particularly Elizabeth, are top notch! We had the best time enjoying our flights... my wife had the white wine flight and I had the owners all red flight. Some of the best wine we've ever sampled! We ended up joining their wine club. We had great conversation and a great time overall. Highly recommend this winery with great indoor and outdoor spaces as well as a billiard table and lots of snacks. We will return anytime we're visiting Solvang!
We had Connor as our server, and he was a great! Also, the happy hour was a great deal.
Happy hour taster was delicious and only $10 for 4 wines.
Very lovely place the patio is immaculate Antonio was amazing and was very helpful in helping us choose the right wine for us !
Elizabeth was such a gem! Great atmosphere, cozy seating, delicious wine, and each bottle with its own story. You feel the love in this place. My husband and I will be returning!
Elizabeth was wonderful, so knowledgeable and hospitalitable! Would definitely come back.
First of all, a beautiful tasting room here in Solvang. We sat outside at our cute little fire pit table. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. We even tried the popcorn flight, which was good , not great, but I just thought some of them could use a little little bit more flavor, but I think the truffle was my favorite.I bought a bottle of wine, the Sofia, which was very good and also my daughters name is Sophia… would definitely go back again.
Allie is amazing, she explained everything extremely well!!
Great atmosphere with an even greater wine tasting experience. Allie was an amazing guide through each wine, and brought with her a personable and welcoming hospitality. The wine was well worth the price, definitely a must visit in Solvang.
We always have a great time @ McClains. There’s a wine for every taste. The people pouring wine know their wines and are fun and informative.
Always a great experience and the first place we come to when we visit Laguna Beach. A fun time with good wine served by a great McClain staff.
This is the best place ever. My wife and I love it!
Relaxed vibe - sat outdoors - street side - listening to water feature and Sade. Firepit added to ambiance. Sipped tasty wine flight. Excellent customer service w knowledgeable and friendly staff. Very welcoming and comfortable. Shout out to Antonio and Allie!
Love McClain wine! Best in Solvang! We have come multiple years in a row for our wedding anniversary. Enjoy sitting on the patio with our dogs. Staff is always welcoming and knowledgeable and the wine is fantastic!
We came for my sister's birthday and Antonio was awesome! Very knowledgeable and made sure we had a great time! Please come and visit them! ☺️
If you want a 1st class friendly and the most awesome wine tasting experience...YOU need to be at MCCLAINS Winery..you will not be disappointed whether at their Laguna Beach or Solvang location. Every employee is exceptional 👏🏼 see Allie and Antonio they will prove it! Cheers
Yummy wines and they specialize in blends. They also have a great patio area to enjoy.
The best wine tasting room in Solvang! Great live music and Antonia is the best!
Amazing. Both the people and the wine
I would give this 10 stars just for Elizabeth, the most engaging, just flat out nice hostess ever. Our glasses of wine were tasty and she was the best
These wines are so smooth and lovely and the truffle pairing is absolutely divine! The lavender truffle and pepper truffle were my favorite and so well curated. Do this tasting NOW!
Hello my husband and I love coming to McClain Cellars. The staff is top notch!
Love this place! Ariel, is amazing! Off the beaten path- great wine tasting joint.
Love this place! Ariel is the best server and so welcoming. Delicious wine!
So good! Alex is the best wine ambassador in Laguna hands down! We bought 3 bottles and definitely will be back for more 🙂
Amazing service!
Tiana was sweet, informed and made our experience even better! Thank you! The wine was awesome and enjoyed all the stories about each one we tried. Definitely recommend!
Tiana was so fun to taste with! Very knowledgeable and very personable.
We had a great experience at McClain Cellars. Excellent wines and outstanding service from Janet!! Thank you for the experience.
Amazing wines, Elizabeth was so helpful and knowledgeable. What a amazing tasting room experience.
We really enjoyed the service by Taylor. We picked a wine flight to sample that was too fruity and not in our desired palette, Taylor noticed and brought us something drier and more of our liking. We found some wines we really liked and ordered some glasses of wine after our wine flight. Would recommend for service and atmosphere. A fun date spot for before or after dinner. This is my second visit here.
Great wine and crazy friendly staff. They will go out of their way to explain each wine's flavor profile and will ensure you get what your pallet likes.
Ariel was amazing! She poured all of the wine for our delicious tasting and was super informative, positive and fun! I hope she is my wine ambassador the next time I visit! 🍷❤️😃
Cool spot. Great vibes and decor. The wines are awesome as well! Met Connor, Juliana, and the GM Taylor is very nice and friendly. Great wine and staff! Highly recommend!
Alex is the best server with excellent customer service and recommendations on a red wines I would have never selected! You have to come to this location for her recommendations ❤️
Tiana was amazing! She really made seven of us girls make feel so welcomed and was very personable to each and every one of us! She was such a sweet and informative person to come to for a first wine experience! 10/10 recommend!
Great service, tasty wine and lovely experience. Go check them out!!
Tiana was WONDERFUL! We came with a group of 7 for a wine tasting and she felt like one of the girls. Her personality & ability to mesh with the group made it a super fun experience!! Thank you, Tania!!!
We love McClain wines!! Connor was so personable and knowledgeable. We love getting a chance to have lively conversations with him and Taylor as well!!BestSue michaelson and Greg Rathbone
Tiana was the perfect partner in aiding my friend and I learn about wine. One day, she will make a master sommelier and McClains is lucky to have her 🙂
We had a great wine tasting — Tiana was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about wine varieties and explained each pour to us in depth. As non-experts we loved learning about wine from her and would definitely come back!
We enjoyed our wine and Tijuana was the best!!
Loved spending time at McClains. Tighana was very knowledge and fun to chat with 🥰
Great service! Love the atmosphere! A must see!
Such an amazing atmosphere with live music and delicious wine! The cheese, meats, and popcorn paired so well with the wine. Taylor was our waitress and she was AMAZING!
A delightful environment with delicious wine
The wine was delicious and Antonio was amazing. He provided the best service and made our experience so much more fun!
Great place for a wine tasting. Wonderful staff and a great atmosphere.
The wine was fantastic, the people were wonderful. I would highly recommend trying there wines.
I have been a member for almost 2 years and I always look forward to going to McClain’s. 5 stars for everything!!
Everything about McClain’s is fantastic. The owners, staff and of course the wine is stellar. You will not be disappointed by visiting this fine establishment.
Great wine's, best Pinot around, nice smooth Cab that can go against the best. The staff is the best very knowledgeable and welcoming. Must try this place!
Connor was amazing! McClain Cellars Laguna Beach is a must try. Great wines and very knowledge friendly wine ambassador!
Juliana is the BOMB, so knowledgeable and FUN!!!! The wine I tried is delicious and so is the popcorn! Super fun night!!!!
Juliana is amazing!!! I love her 🍷💕🥰
Came here not knowing what to expect and had THEE BEST experience ever. Between the art, the wine, and the best part Juliana!, the whole experience was an absolute delight. I don’t live near the area but I would make the 1.5 hour drive as much as possible so I could come here as often as possible. My cousin brought here (as a wine club member for the last three years) and now I understand why. Do yourself a favor and come check this place out.
If I can give McClain and Juliana 6 stars, I would. This place is filled with so much care and thoughtfulness. I met Juliana a few years ago when I joined as a wine club member and she and others are so welcoming. It has been an incredible experience getting to do complimentary monthly wine tastings, making connections with those who work at McClain and also people who I meet here along the way. Highly recommend if you love good stupid wine and good company. ❤️❤️
Cool hidden spot great wines. My wife loves wine I'm not big on wine but these were very good had to take some home. Recommend McLains to all
Very knowledgeable. Enjoyed the wine tasting!
Always a great experience at McClain. The wine is amazing and the staff is so accommodating.Thank you Juliana and Taylor!
McClain wine is one of the best wine I’ve tasted Jason the owner is so personal and caring we’ve met wonderful friends you have to try this winery in Irvine, Solvang ,and Laguna Canyon we also love Taylor 💕🍷🍷
Awesome Fabulous and amazing
The wine is fantastic, everyone is extremely friendly, and they have a great set of venues at which to hang out and grab some great wine. We became members the first time we visited, and have loved it ever since.
Wow, I’ve had other wine memberships but at McClain it’s friends and family. As a wine club member at other wineries I never felt as valued so deeply appreciate the experience with the McClain team!
Jason Rocks!!!
Awesome experience. Fantastic customer service. Wine was outstanding. Connor couldn't have been more helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.
Connor was amazing! Wine was fantastic. Thank you McClain vineyards;)
Love Taylor, Chris & Julianna! They make our experience at McClain Laguna so special each & every time…❤️🍷
Amazing beyond words! Would highly recommend expert or novice! Juliana is passionate, an expert, she tailored our testings based on our preferences and knowledge. Wine is is exquisite, well priced and absolutely a game changer with friends and family. The passion the flavors evoke the passion for wine and community. Bravo!!
Having a great time at the new event space tonight. Very cool vibe, and great place to enjoy some great wine!
Taylor and Ian killed it; great time.
Wonderful owners and a great place to hang out
Love, love, love this place!!! Their hearts are in the right place and it truly shows. They have love for their communities and they give back where it really matters. Please go and visit. You will NOT be disappointed!
Had a wonderful time with friends and this great new space. I highly recommend it..
Cool vibe to hang out, enjoy a glass of wine, and truly just be! Love the wine!!!
Hip location and great vibe. Come have wine here!!!
Im so excited about upcoming events!!!Check it out!!!!
Loved it with my girls!!! Evrryone is amazing!!!!
Best wine in all of the USA!!!
We went up to Laguna for the day while my mom was in town. After the traffic, the first thing we wanted to do was get some wine. We happened to come across this awesome little tasting room as our first stop AND ENDED UP STAYING FOR 3 HOURS!! My wife and I visited the Solvang location not too long ago and absolutely loved it. Our wine-tender Juliana was absolutely incredible! So knowledge, fun and kind. We loved our wine and out time. We will definitely be back! We also happened to run into THOR who happened to help build the tasting room with his hammer. True story! Thanks McClain!!
Best wine in orange county
Cool game room vibe, Lamar was friendly, knowledgeable about the wine, and made sure everyone had a good time! Bold wines and a family friendly feel.
Taylor was awesome and the wine was fantastic
We stumbled upon this absolutely amazing wine tasting, with the BEST wine ambassador ever, Taylor!!! Not only was she unbelievably knowledgeable, she was fun, personable and so easy to talk with! She made the entire experience perfect!!!
Taylor took such good care us! The wine was consistently good! Can't wait to come back!
Cornelius was a great server! He went along with all our banter and was always making sure we were ok. The wine was delicious!
Nice spot in Buellton and great service every time. Hayley helped me out both times I've been here and she described the wines with passion and enthusiasm each time. Good wine, good time!
Such a great place!
Nice people. Great wines.
Great wine!
Very pleasant surroundings and very nice wines served by the very accommodating server
Jack was great! So was Jason!
This place is awesome! The servers, especially Tiffany, are super nice and know their wines. Great conversation and amazing wines! Also don't forget to try the artisanal popcorn... Seriously to die for
Jason was a phenomenal host. He encouraged us to just sit back and relax and enjoy our time in the beautiful venue. No pressure to move on to the next taste and get out. Wines were delicious. Also tasted popcorn and purchased candles and vinegar in addition to wine. Can't wait to buy some of the artwork when it's available. I'll definitely be back and recommend this as a stopping point when in the area!!!
Wonderful wine and wonderful experience.
Amazing experience! Award winning wines and amazing service. Everyone there was having a very enjoyable time. Highly recommended!
I had a wonderful experience at McClain Buellton!! The wines are delicious, and the staff are super knowledgeable, attentive, and courteous. The patio is a great place to hang out, enjoy a flight, and play some yard games. Looking forward to my next visit!
Even though all the electricity was out in Buellton and the surrounding area, Reid and Tiffany the hosts at McClain were perky and ready to serve and the wine was delicious. I am a wine maker and own a wine tasting company and I would refer this place to everyone. Can't wait to visit soon. Try the popcorn too.
We loved the wine and joined the club. Great tasting room in Buellton location. We live near Laguna another location where we can pick up wine.
Great place to hang out!
I just found out that McClain cellars is up in Buellton now! We signed up for their wine club after being gifted some of their wine last summer and we have been very pleased with everything we have received from them! I look forward to visiting this tasting room and enjoying this as a local place to visit!
Delicious wines! Came here for a date night and was blown away. We did a wine tasting and loved each one we tried. The staff was so friendly and knowledgeable. Don’t forget to try their popcorn! Can’t wait to come back!
The Tasting/Barrel Room is spectacular! It's not every place that you cab walk in that offers not only a great tasting service but lets you do it in such a cool space! Buellton is perfectly located in the middle of one of the great wine regions in the US, if not the world. Come on out and see this!
I have always known that McClain makes amazing wines and now we can enjoy them with friends and family at one of the best tasting rooms in the area! The attention to detail to create an amazing wine tasting experience is exceptional and the staff really know how to make a tasting enjoyable. See you again soon! Cheers!
This is the best looking winery in the valley. So relaxing and awesome to hang out in. Their wines are unique and super yummy. New place, can't wait to come back. Plus you can walk to other wineries, a brewery, and industrial eats all on the same road!
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Nothing compares to this.  We are so in love with McClain Cellars.  These wines are easy to drink and change as they open up.  Happy to be a lifetime club member over here....
Bond & Jill Landeen

Bond & Jill Landeen

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Wow!  That is all I can say about McClain wines.  Jason & Sofia have done a great job putting together an amazing collection of wines.  We are in love with Painted Dreams.  That one really ro...
Mark & Christen Barley

Mark & Christen Barley

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The McClain Family has done it again.  What an amazing journey it has been to watch them grow and make the move into wine.  This vineyard is second to none.  The rich flavors are 100% amazing.  LO...
Bill & Petia Mitchell

Bill & Petia Mitchell

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About McClain Cellars

Family is everything. At McClain Cellars, we have one bold mission: to craft wines that truly matter to those who cherish every sip. We believe that every bottle tells a story, and every glass shared with loved ones turns into a cherished memory. Nestled in the heart of California’s wine country, our vineyards thrive on passion, dedication, and a deep respect for the land. From the vine to the bottle, each step of our winemaking process is infused with meticulous care, ensuring that the essence of family and tradition is poured into every drop. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply savoring a quiet evening at home, McClain Cellars is there to elevate those moments, making them last a lifetime. Join us in raising a toast to love, to laughter, and to the bonds that bring us together.

Love Always,
Jason, Sofia, Kayla, Savanna, and Mackenzie

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