Welcome to something for everyone Temecula Wine Country! If what you’re looking for is a variety of varietals, head to these wineries. Each offers Danza del Sol, Falkner, Leoness, “a large selection of both red and white wines. Miramonte, Monte de Oro, Oak Mountain, South Coast, Wilson Creek You’re sure to find a favorite at each. “ stop danza del sol 39050 De Portola Road, Temecula, CA 92592; (951) 302-6363 winery open daily 11am-6pm; danzadelsolwinery.com
This relaxed tasting room evokes an Italian-countryside feel offering people friendly wines - plus a dog and equestrian friendly property. Take your bottle outside to enjoy the comfortable vineyard surrounded patio. On the tasting menu: Chardonnay Reserve, Viognier, Tres Rose, Tempranillo, Merlot; $10 for 5 tastes with logo glass
stop falkNer 40620 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA 92591; (951) 676-8231 Winery open daily 10am-5pm; Pinnacle Restaurant hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-3:30pm, Sat & Sun 11:30am-2:30pm; falknerwinery.com
Specializing in multiple award-winning Super Tuscan and Meritage blends, the rustic tasting room offers a wide variety of varietals for tasting. Pinnacle Restaurant offers a spectacular 360° vineyard view. On the tasting menu: Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot; $10 for 4 tastes, $15 for 7 tastes with logo glass stop leoness cellars 38311 DePortola Road, Temecula, CA 92593; (951) 302-7601 open daily 11am-5pm; leonessecellars.com
This stunning property features indoor and outdoor fireplace seating, a comfortable covered patio, self-guided vineyard tours and spectacular views of the valley. The cozy tasting room offers an expansive, critically-acclaimed wine list. On the tasting menu: Melange de Blanc, Cabernet Franc/Merlot blend, Zinfandel, Estate Syrah, Grenache; $14 for 6 tastes
stop miramonte winery 33410 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591; (951) 506-5500 open Sun-Thurs 11am-6pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10pm; miramontewinery.com
A casual, contemporary-chic tasting room and a jam-packed music and events calendar, Miramonte provides a hip vibe to your wine tasting. Combine that with a serious passion for wine and you’ll be hooked. On the tasting menu: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Sangiovese, $12 for 6 tastes
stop monte de oro 35820 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591; (951) 491-6551 winery open daily 10am-5pm; montedeoro.com
This captivating estate winery is equipped with flat-screen TV’s and an amazing glass floor revealing the cellar barrel room below. An eclectic and wide variety of award-winning wines make for a great experience. On the tasting menu: Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Merlot; $10 for 6 tastes
stopoak mountain 36522 Via Verde, Temecula, CA 92592; (951) 699-9102 winery open daily 10am-5pm; oakmountainwinery.com
An oasis of Temecula Valley charm, its immaculately maintained vineyard surrounds the hilltop winery and offers stunning views of the valley below. A sizeable list of acclaimed wines and an outdoor veranda await. On the tasting menu: No Oak Chardonnay, Meritage, Zinfandel, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon; $10 for 6 tastes weekdays; $12 for 6 tastes weekends; $15 for 6 reserve tastes
stopsouth coast winery 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591; (951) 587-WINE [9463] resort & spa open daily 10am-6pm; wineresort.com
The largest and arguably most spectacular winery in the valley handcrafts dozens of finely made varietals in this state of the art facility. A luxurious spa, elegant ‘casitas’ and a cozy restaurant beckon all. On the tasting menu: Sparkling Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, GVR/Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne; $15 for 5 tastes, $18 for 5 reserve tastes stop wilson creek 35960 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591; (951) 699-9463; open daily winery & vineyards 10am-5pm, Creekside Grille Restaurant hours: 11am-5pm; wilsoncreekwinery.com
Home to the famed Almond Champagne, this winery offers an extensive wine list and fun behind-the-scenes tours, along with 70 acres of picturesque vineyards. Enjoy alfresco dining at the popular Creekside Grille. On the tasting menu: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Merlot, Estate Zinfandel; $12 for 5 tastes weekdays; $15 for 5 tastes weekends Baily Foot Path Maurice Car’rie Stuart Cellars Briar Rose Frangipani Miramonte Thornton Callaway Hart Monte de Oro Van Roekel Churon Keyways Mount Palomar Villa di Calabro * Cougar Leoness Oak Mountain Vindemia Danza del Sol Longshadow Ranch Palumbo Wiens Doffo Lorimar * Ponte Wilson Creek Europa Village Lumiere (Opening Soon) Robert Renzoni Falkner Masia de Yabar South Coast
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