One of California's Oldest Wine Regions
Located just an hour east of San Francisco, the Livermore Valley is home to over three dozen wineries, with lush vineyards covering more than 5,000 acres. Wineries range from small, family-owned operations to historic leaders of the California wine industry, such as Concannon and Wente. In addition to tasting rooms and events held at individual wineries, there are a number of major events, including the Annual Harvest Wine Celebration traditionally held over Labor Day weekend. More than 500,000 visitors are welcomed to the area every year.
Welcome to Livermore
Livermore, California... My Home Town
San Francisco East Bay Area
My parents moved our family to Livermore when I was three years old. Back then just a few wineries dotted the landscape. Today, thanks to the efforts of the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association, vineyards and wineries are prevalent throughout the community. Some of the kids I grew up with are now winemakers themselves, sharing in a tradition that has its roots in the 1840s when Robert Livermore planted the first commercial vines. People from all over the globe are drawn to this area to experience the world-class wines and breathtaking scenery that distinguish the Livermore Valley. Let's Hear From You
Livermore Valley Photo Gallery
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The Livermore Valley Wineries

These links will take you to the winery web sites.
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#1
Cedar Mountain Winery
7000 Tesla Road, Livermore6 points
#2
Bent Creek Winery
5455 Greenville Road, Livermore4 points
#3
Big White House
6800 Greenville Road, Livermore4 points
#4
Concannon Vineyard
4590 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#5
Crooked Vine Winery
4948 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#6
Darcie Kent Vineyards
7639 Cedar Mountain Drive, Livermore4 points
#7
Eckert Estate Winery
2400 Arroyo Road, Livermore4 points
#8
Elliston Vineyards
463 Kilkare Road, Sunol4 points
#9
el Sol Vineyard
8626 Lupin Way, Livermore4 points
#10
Fenestra Winery
83 Vallecitos Road, Livermore4 points
#11
Hidden Creek Wine
21 South Livermore Avenue, Suite 101, Livermore4 points
#12
John Christopher Cellars
25 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore4 points
#13
La Rochelle Winery
5443 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#14
McGrail Vineyards
5600 Greenville Road, Livermore4 points
#15
Mitchell Katz Winery
1188 Vineyard Avenue, Pleasanton4 points
#16
Murrieta's Well Winery
3005 Mines Road, Livermore4 points
#17
Page Mill Winery
1960 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore4 points
#18
Red Skye Wine
5143 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#19
Rios-Lovell Estate Winery
6500 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#20
Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery
3053 Marina Avenue, Livermore4 points
#21
Stony Ridge Winery
4948 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#22
The Steven Kent Winery
5443 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#23
Thomas Coyne Winery
51 East Vallecitos Road, Livermore4 points
#24
Wente Vineyards Estate Winery
5565 Tesla Road, Livermore4 points
#25
White Crane Winery
5405 Greenville Road, Livermore4 points
#26
Wood Family Vineyards
7702 Cedar Mountain Drive, Livermore4 points
#27
Les Chênes Estate Vineyards
5562 Victoria Lane, Livermore4 points
#28
Battaion Cellars
Tasting room under construction4 points
#29
BoaVentura de Caires Winery
9309 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#30
Bodegas Aguirre Winery & Vineyards
8580 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#31
Charles R Vineyards
8195 Crane Ridge Road, Livermore3 points
#32
Chouinard Vineyards & Winery
33853 Palomares Road, Castro Valley3 points
#33
Deer Ridge Vineyards
1828 Wetmore Road, Livermore3 points
#34
Garré Vineyard and Winery
7986 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#35
Little Valley Winery
5143 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#36
Livermore Valley Cellars
1508 Wetmore Road, Livermore3 points
#37
Retzlaff Estate Wines
1356 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore3 points
#38
Tamás Estates
5489 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#39
The Singing Winemaker at Tesla Vintners
5143 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
#40
Westover Winery & Palomares Vineyards
34329 Palomares Road, Castro Valley3 points
#41
Wente Vineyards
5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore3 points
#42
Tenuta Vineyards
633 Kalthoff Common, Livermore3 points
#43
Eagle Ridge Vineyard
10017 Tesla Road, Livermore3 points
Livermore Wine Country & Bay Area Maps
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Livermore Valley Wine Country Calendar
Upcoming Local Wine Events
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Livermore Links
- Livermore Valley Wine Country
- Are you planning an event or mapping out your next wine tasting trip? Learn more about the wineries of the Livermore Valley Wine Country.
- Livermore Downtown
- Livermore boasts a beautiful downtown area, steeped in history reflecting the cattle and wine industries that created a thriving community. A very eclectic selection of restaurants and retail shops offer everything from home decor to gift items, fine wines, and, of course western wear.
- Livermore Chamber of Commerce
- The Livermore Chamber of Commerce supports the community, as well as the area's many diverse businesses.
- Livermore Heritage Guild
- Visit the Livermore Heritage Guild at the historic Carnegie Library Building, located at 2155 Third Street.
- Livermore Area Recreation & Park District
- The LARPD provides residents and visitors with an outstanding system of parks, recreation areas and facilities.
- Las Positas College
- Situated in the Livermore hills, Las Positas College is an outstanding community college serving residents of the Tri-Valley area, which also includes Pleasanton and Dublin.
- Asante Africa Foundation
- Based in Livermore, Asante Africa Foundation improves the lives of children and families in rural Africa.
- The Independent
- This weekly paper is the hometown news source for Livermore, Pleasanton & Sunol.
Show Your Livermore Pride
Acrylic Key Chain
I Love Livermore Keychain
Amazon Price: $2.99 (as of 07/25/2008)
Durable acrylic key chain is crystal-clear and double-sided so the message is seen twice. Sturdy metal ring holds your keys securely. Size: 2 1/8" x 3 1/2" (Approximate business card size.)
Livermore Wine Country
A Few Facts About Livermore
Courtesy of Wikipedia
Livermore is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. The population was 81,443 as of January 1st 2000. Livermore is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Livermore is a "mid-size city" of the Bay Area.
Traditionally, Livermore is considered the easternmost city in the San Francisco Bay Area before entrance to the Central Valley.
It was founded by William Mendenhall and named after Robert Livermore, his friend and a local rancher who settled in the area in the 1830s.
Livermore is the home of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Livermore's south side, home to local vineyards, has developed several executive subdivisions near Ruby Hill. The city has also redeveloped the downtown.
Sycamore Grove
How's the Weather in Livermore?
Current Conditions & Forecast
Current weather conditions in Livermore, CA (94550)
Local Pollen Reports
64°F (Feels like 64°F)
Last update: 7/25/08 8:45 AM PDT
Humidity: 61%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 50°F
UV Index: 2 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.93in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: calm From: Airport Conditions

Today
Sunny
High: 88°F
Low: 57°F
Sunrise: 6:05 AM
Sunset: 8:21 PM

Saturday
Jul 26
Sunny
High: 88°F
Low: 54°F
Sunrise: 6:06 AM
Sunset: 8:20 PM

Sunday
Jul 27
Sunny
High: 83°F
Low: 53°F
Sunrise: 6:07 AM
Sunset: 8:19 PM

Monday
Jul 28
Partly Cloudy
High: 80°F
Low: 53°F
Sunrise: 6:08 AM
Sunset: 8:18 PM
Livermore's World Famous Centennial Bulb
The Centennial Bulb on Squidoo
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Centennial Light Bulb
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The Centennial Light Bulb has been burning for some 106 years - the last thirty of which it hasn't been turned off. You might consider it quite a bulb. While the Centennial deserves great respect, it turns out that its longevity isn't that unusual. I...
Livermore's Centennial Bulb at Fire Station #6
Things to Do, Places to See in Livermore
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#1
Alden Lane Nursery
4 points
#2
Lake Del Valle
3 points
#3
Shadow Cliffs
3 points
#4
#5
Purple Orchid Inn Resort and Spa
2 points
#6
Poppy Ridge Golf Course
2 points
#7
#8
Livermore Public Library
2 points
#9
Livermore's Centennial Light
2 points
#10
Livermore Rodeo
2 points
Livermore Street Sign
LIVERMORE City Limit Sign - High Quality Aluminum
Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 07/25/2008)
Brand new aluminum sign, rounded corners, predrilled for easy hanging. Size: 4 x 18 inches
Yelp Reviews on Active Life in Livermore
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 94550
- Granada Bowl (Livermore)

- "I loved it there. And I liked the fact that I am an ok bowler :) We went to a birthday party there and the kids loved it, the grown ups loved it!..." more
- Alameda County Fair (Pleasanton)

- "This county fair has everything you want in a county fair: * Free admission for kids 5 and under * More farm animals than your city mind can comprehend:..." more
- Mines Road (Livermore)

- "WOOHOO!! This is a rockin' twisties place if you're a motorcyclist. Great scenery too! Don't dump it though because as others have stated you're on your..." more
- Gymfinity Gymnastics (Livermore)

- "I love this gym! they have dance classes (tap, ballet, jazz, ballroom, etc.), HUGE gymnastics area, movie nights for kids, toddler area for play /..." more
- Valley Rock Climbing Gym (Livermore)

- "This is great rock gym! There is a very freindly, family-like atmosophere here. It is the only gym in the Livermore area, and that makes it so convienient..." more
The Photographer Who Put Livermore on the Map
Suburbia
Photography by Bill Owens
My dad thinks it's a good idea to take all the leaves off the tree and rake up the yard. I think he's crazy. (Bill Owens, Ritchie, photograph, 1972.)
Bill Owens
Bill Owens
Amazon Price: $45.50 (as of 07/25/2008)
In his most recent photos, many of which are in color and previously unpublished, Owens reveals how suburbia has evolved in the last 40 years--from the friendly place he captured in the 1970s to one characterized by sprawl and anonymity.
Notable Livermore Residents
The Infamous Misspelled Mosaic
Livermore Public Library
Imagine everyone's surprise when the Livermore Public Library unveiled a 16-foot diameter mosaic peppered with misspelled words! The story, bouyed by national media coverage, piqued the curiousity of visitors, anxious to spot all 11 errors. The artist reluctantly corrected the mistakes, though five are captured in the photos below. Livermore Public Library
Artist Maria Alquilar felt the people of Livermore just "didn't understand art." Even so, one must wonder if Albert Eistein would be amused.
Livermore Restaurants and Eateries
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If your favorite restaurant or hangout doesn't have an official website,
why not make a Squidoo lens about it and add the link here!
#1
Restaurant at Wente Vineyards
4 points
#2
Castle Rock Restaurant
3 points
#3
Casa Orozco Mexican Restaurants
3 points
#4
The Grill at Poppy Ridge
2 points
#5
#6
Kanpai Sushi
1 point
#7
The Grill at Wente Golf Course
1 point
#8
Gianna's Restaurant
0 points
#9
Cattlemen's Steak House
0 points




