Reviews for Gouveia Vineyards

03/29/2024 - MenuPix User

03/23/2024 - MenuPix User

03/15/2024 - MenuPix User

03/13/2024 - MenuPix User

02/21/2024 - MenuPix User

12/19/2023 - MenuPix User

10/02/2020 - MenuPix User
On 10/01/2020, four coworkers and I visited this establishment after work. Upon arrival, we were immediately left at awe by the beautiful view and looking forward to a great experience ahead of us. We had taken an abundance of snacks and food to enjoy, along with purchasing 3 bottles of wine to split between the 5 of us. We enjoyed our time, and nearing the 3 hour mark, my coworkers decided to end the night by sharing 1 last bottle of wine. I went inside to purchase us all a bottle to share, as well as take-home bottles for myself. I was told by staff member Tammie that “that table” cannot purchase any more wine and was being “cut off”. Shocked and slightly embarrassed, I prompted Tammie to explain the basis of being “cut off”. Tammie reported that, per management, she was unable to sell to “that table”. Following multiple attempts of asking for clarification, I was denied further service. I returned to my group to share my experience, and a coworker went inside to get to the bottom of this apparent issue.
Following a few moments, my coworker returned with the same information as I had received just a short while earlier. My coworker was told that we were being denied, but this decision had no relation to any negative behaviors exhibited throughout the night. Tammie reported that there was no bottle limit of consumption on the property, that our behavior was not unruly, inappropriate, or out of hand. We were simply being denied due to individual discretion.
Another coworker commented, “Look around, I am the only woman of color here”. Amazed, we formulated the possible true reasoning for denial.
After what had been a great night out, I can confidently say that myself, my coworkers, and my family/friends will not be supporting this business. It is sad to say that at Gouveia Winery, we cannot cohesively share the same respect and receive equal humane treatment. Due to this, we will be taking our future business to inclusive and non-discriminatory venues.