Ancora Vino Los Gatos - Los Gatos, California

Kirsty Hepburn - Realtor

Have You Visited Ancora in Los Gatos Yet?

If you live in or near Los Gatos and haven't been to Ancora, you're missing out! This charming boutique wine shop, nestled in the heart of town, offers a delightful experience that's perfect for a day out with family and friends.

Our recent visit was nothing short of brilliant. We had a gift certificate for a champagne and oyster tasting, and it exceeded all expectations. The oysters, provided by The Bywater next door, were paired with a variety of sparkling wines and champagnes. These weren’t your typical big-brand selections; instead, we enjoyed unique wines from small, intriguing wineries. Ryan, the owner, expertly guided us through each tasting, answering all our questions and helping us appreciate the distinct characteristics of each wine. It was an absolute treat.

Whether you're looking for a couple of bottles for the fridge, something special for the weekend, or a truly decadent choice, Ancora has it all, catering to every budget. After visiting Ancora, you'll never need supermarket wine again! Plus, you'll always have something interesting to bring as a gift.

Did we mention their extensive vinyl LP collection? You're welcome to browse while you sip, and they'll happily play anything that catches your eye.

Do yourself a favor and visit Ancora soon!

Ksenia Postolnik

I recently had the pleasure of stopping by this charming establishment right after my regular walk in the park, and it turned out to be a delightful experience. I decided to explore their wine selection and was warmly greeted by the owner, Ryan (I hope I got his name right).
Feeling like it was a white wine kind of day, I opted for a tasting of three European wines. My choices included the '22 Chardonnay from Domaine Givot-Goisot, Chablis, France, the Sauvignon Blanc from Domaine Sautereau,Sancerre, France, and the '18 Promara, Tsiakkas, Cyprus. To my delight, the owner also offered me a sample of the '20 Chardonnay from Domaine Eden in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
I must say, I was truly captivated by the Cyprus wine; it was wonderfully light and creamy. This store is a gem for wine enthusiasts, with a diverse selection from all around the world. It's now my go-to place for discovering excellent wines beyond the borders of California.
Thank you for the delightful experience!

KC C

We visited back in July of 2020 and I am just barely getting this review up and running.

The hubby and I discovered this little hidden gem during the early days of the pandemic. Since gyms were closed, we did a lot of walking and thankfully so, bc we wouldn’t have discovered Enoteca Direct. We first visited to pick up a few bottles of wine, then became wine members shortly after. Then on a warm summer evening, we did an impromptu wine tasting. We had the pleasure working with Ryan; he was knowledgeable and educated us on all kinds of stuff.

The wine club is great bc they have so many options and it’s so affordable. We are currently doing two bottles a month of just ITALIAN wine and I believe the cost is either $30 or $35. We have never had a pickup that has failed us.

If you get a chance, stop by and do a wine tasting, then pick up some wine. I love the location too bc it’s not overly busy like the downtown area.

I will definitely be back and SOON!

Renee Fini

Walking inside the store my eyes are drawn to the walls of wine...a bit overwhelming. BUT then I start to read the descriptions and the very affordable prices and the wines all seem to be making their way into my basket. The guys are easy to talk to and are able to offer some great suggestions! I love how they have records all along the back wall...very hip!
I also participated in a zoom tasting with winemakers in Italy tasting 6 wines put on by Enoteca Direct! It was so worth it! I ended up buying all 6 we tasted!

Debra Christenson

I truly love my wine club at Enoteca Direct. My friends and I enjoy tastings on the patio. Ryan has unique, often personal stories and detailed tasting notes for the wines, He makes the tasting an experience and is welcoming to all including our 4-legged family members. Don’t miss out on the best secret in town!

rob p.

The wine : 5/5
The staff: 5/5
The diversity of selection: 5/5
The vibe : 5/5
Ability to find something delicious at a great price: 5/5

Just everything about this place is great. The have diverse selection for good every day wines, and kind also find unique orange/natural/organic wines. Plus all at reasonable price ranges from 15-30 for everyday or 50 for something special that is really a 8-9/10 wine

Can only whole heartedly recommend this place.

Amit Singh

Can't say enough good things about Enoteca Direct! The guys who work here are top notch, super friendly, and make buying wine very approachable. My wife and I are not wine snobs but we know enough about wine to be able to purchase intelligently most days but the owners and employees here help us take our purchases to the next level. They have a great selection from all over and always make wonderful new recommendations from regions we've never tried. Lastly, their online ordering is a cinch and they can always look back and see your past orders and get recommendations for new wines based on how that went. Love that they are right in my neighborhood! Prices are also SUPER reasonable! If you're looking for great wine this is your spot!

Than Healy

In a world of "more of the same" Enoteca Direct is refreshingly different and interesting. Unlike most wine shops that carry the same brands (usually wines that used to be great, niche wineries that have since been bought out by some conglomerate) this place carries up and coming domestic winemakers and smaller international houses - all of which the owners seem to know personally and have a crazy story about. Unpretentious, many of the wines come in below $50, many below $25 and if you can get over your wine-snobbery there are some incredible bottles of wine here to be had. The staff is friendly and quick to pour you something interesting to taste if you have the time and inclination. We've fallen in love with this place and I buy all of our event wines for work as they are so good at recommending good bottles. Highly, highly recommend.