In February 2014, owner-operators Scott and Katie Ballew opened Strey Cellars and dared to provide a wine-tasting experience like no other in Ventura County. Scott and Katie have poured their hearts and souls into giving locals and visitors alike a fabulous and affordable wine-tasting experience you can’t wait to tell your friends and family about.
The wine industry can be extremely intimidating. Strey Cellars’ concept is to “Stray From The Norm.” Strey embraces a fresh and modern perspective on who drinks wine along with when and where to drink it. They’re relieving insecurities and creating a safe space to taste, learn and ask questions about wine without feeling unworthy of drinking something nice. Their mission is to appeal to emerging wine enthusiasts while keeping seasoned winos fascinated with what Strey offers. Great wine should not be reserved for the elite; it should be accessible and meant for everyone. No need to wait for that special night at that “fancy” restaurant to open that perfect bottle; a random Tuesday satisfies just fine in your living room alone or among friends. Enjoy and indulge your taste buds now!
Their tasting room is an inclusive spot for solos and groups whether they be accompanied by littles and/or fur babies. It’s open for wine by the bottle, glass, and tasting Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 18’ ceilings, cinder block walls, stone accents, and concrete counters leave you feeling far from cold with clicks and pops of burgundy and warm welcomes every time you visit.
Strey’s barrel room compliments the front-of-house by offering fresh and alive energy with LIVE music & guest kitchen events on select Saturday NIGHTS and Sunday Fundays. It also serves as a versatile space to host a myriad of events. Comfortably seat up to 100 guests (formally) for Weddings, Receptions, Birthdays, Retirements, Memorials, Corporate Events & any other event you can imagine! You can customize a 5-star venue experience in the heart of Ventura County, California, by adding your preferred caterer, DJ, photographer, and more!
Strey wine is unequivocally a labor of love from the inside to the outside of the bottle! With meticulous attention to detail and their small case production of distinctive sparkling whites, roses, reds, and dessert wines, you will be drinking something extraordinary no matter your choice. Feel your heart smile at the first sip. You deserve it! Cheers!
