Dawn's Dream Winery

Dawn's Dream Winery Carmel-by-the-Sea tasting room, world-class vineyard sources. Handcrafted w**es with purpose, giving back with every pour❤️ www.dawnsdreamw**ery.com
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Meet the Family Behind the Dream:
Step into a world where passion meets purpose and where every bottle tells a story. At the heart of Dawn's Dream W**ery is Dawn Galante, a dreamer, philanthropist, and visionary who launched her w**emaking journey in 2011 with a deep commitment to crafting exceptional w**es and giving back to others. What began as a move from Michigan to California in 1985 quickly became a lifelong love affair with w**e. By 2001, Dawn was applying her business acumen to help grow her husband's w**ery, Galante Vineyards. A decade later, she followed her own dream and founded Dawn's Dream W**ery, a label rooted in elegance, approachability, and meaning. Today, Dawn serves as CFO and COO of both Galante Vineyards and Dawn's Dream W**ery, seamlessly blending business strategy with heartfelt storytelling through w**e. Her passion for helping women and children shines just as brightly as her passion for w**emaking. Through her "Dare to Dream" program, she supports local and global nonprofits by donating w**e, time, and resources. Whether it's Jacob's Heart, AIM for Youth Mental Health, Rising International, Voices for Children, Community Human Services or Girls Inc. or other impactful organizations, Dawn pours purpose into every endeavor year round. Her w**es, focused on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rosé, are crafted from premier vineyards across predominately Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, Carmel Valley, and brings some grapes in from Napa and Sonoma, celebrated for their elegant, bright, and complex characteristics. Each sip reflects a dream made real and a life devoted to making the world a little brighter. Dawn is also an active member of Les Dames d'Escoffier and Knights of the Vine, where she continues to champion women in food, w**e, and hospitality. When she's not curating dreams in the tasting room, Dawn finds joy with her husband, Jack Galante, their five children, and beloved grandchildren. Whether hiking, skiing, or horseback riding, she finds inspiration in nature and lives each day with intention. As Henry David Thoreau once said, "Dreams are the touchstones of our character," Dawn lives hers everyday, and helps others do the same. Stop by and see us at the tasting room in beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea 7 days a week!

We must be dreaming…Two amazing bottles to enjoy? 😍Yes please! **ery **ebottles **elovers
09/10/2026

We must be dreaming…

Two amazing bottles to enjoy? 😍

Yes please!

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When visiting Carmel by the Sea, grabbing a glass at Dawn's Dream is a must. 🍷
09/09/2026

When visiting Carmel by the Sea, grabbing a glass at Dawn's Dream is a must. 🍷

There are destinations you visit, and there are destinations you settle into. Spend 48 hours (or longer) discovering Carmel-by-the-Sea's storybook cottages, acclaimed restaurants, hidden courtyards, art galleries, boutique shops, w**e tasting rooms, and iconic white-sand beach.

Because some days call for something beautifully chilled. ✨Uncork a bottle of our Beau Rêve Riesling. **e
09/07/2026

Because some days call for something beautifully chilled. ✨

Uncork a bottle of our Beau Rêve Riesling.

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Start your Friday evening in Carmel-by-the-Sea the right way!Join us tonight for live music with Claudio Malaga from 4–7...
09/04/2026

Start your Friday evening in Carmel-by-the-Sea the right way!

Join us tonight for live music with Claudio Malaga from 4–7 PM, plus fresh pizza from 5–7 PM. 🎶 See you in the tasting room!

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Our team is growing! 😁Dawn’s Dream W**ery & Galante Family Vineyards are looking for a W**e Club & DTC Systems Manager t...
09/03/2026

Our team is growing! 😁

Dawn’s Dream W**ery & Galante Family Vineyards are looking for a W**e Club & DTC Systems Manager to the team.

We’re looking for someone who’s organized, proactive, tech-savvy, and passionate about creating exceptional experience…both behind the scenes, as well as for the members and guests we get to welcome every day. 🤍

Think you’d be a great fit, or know someone who would?

Send your resume and a short note about why you’d love to join our team to anna@dawnsdreamw**ery.com.

We are excited to meet you!

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09/02/2026

And we have just the right w**e. 🙌

Beach day loading…

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A generous pour of the good life. ☀️ **ery **ePour
08/31/2026

A generous pour of the good life. ☀️

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Can every day include sparkling w**e and ocean views?Yes…yes it can! 😊 **ery **e
08/28/2026

Can every day include sparkling w**e and ocean views?

Yes…yes it can! 😊

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Consider this your sign to grab your pup and make a day of it. ☀️
08/27/2026

Consider this your sign to grab your pup and make a day of it. ☀️

Address

NW Corner 7th & San Carlos
Carmel, CA
93921

Opening Hours

Monday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 6:30pm
Friday 12pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 7:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 6:30pm

Telephone

(831) 659-2649

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