This place MUST be on your top to visit I visited Bella Vista for a girls' day and it was truly one of the most fun and welcoming experiences I've had. From the very first phone call to the final wine tasting, everything was amazing. Janet was so kind and helpful over the phone and I instantly felt like we were best friends. When we arrived, Robbie & Claire started our wine tasting experience. They were all incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The wine was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the customer service was unmatched. If you're looking for the perfect place to relax, laugh, and enjoy great wine with friends, Bella Vista is a must visit. I can't wait to come back. Love you all!!!! Xoxo read more

Absolutely loved this winery! Its quite small and only seating is inside. However they have an $8 promotion going on for monday-Thursday. You get 6 tastings for $8 when its normally $25. The best deal in temecula. And the wine is delicious so its definitely worth a visit read more

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We stopped by Bella Vista because we were intrigued by the sign outside that said it's the oldest winery in Temecula, so we had to see for ourselves. The place itself doesn't feel old at all, the tasting room was nice and roomy and our server invited us to go upstairs to the patio where we discovered a nice lake and views of the wine country. I didn't know this place existed since it's off the main road, but it was great none the less. Will definitely be back to try some more samples. read more

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Came here on a Groupon and we were initially overwhelmed. It was toward the end of the day and it felt more like a club rather than a winery. We did have reservations for their speakeasy which was cute and had delicious flatbread. I ended up really enjoying their large patio Syrah and purchased a bottle. read more

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We love their sister winery somerset and decided to try Bella vista. They had a Groupon and were able to get 12 tastings for $20, great deal. The winery felt old, and needed an update. They have an outdoor area, but it was under construction, and required a trek from the tasting room. Compared to somerset it wasn't a disappointment! read more

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I really enjoyed my wine tasting at Bella Vista. There is probably my favorite winery in Temecula for red wine. The winery itself is outdated and is in need of a complete makeover (it's in the works). We were lucky enough to be there when there was live music so we really enjoyed our experience because of it. They also showed us their speakeasy...yes, they have a speakeasy on the weekends -looks view but it was pretty empty when we were there. I highly suggest a stop if you're ever in Temecula for wine tasting read more

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Bella Vista winery is really coming along. The wine tasting room has been revamped a little with some updates of new light scones and a pretty chandelier over the bar area. The front entrance has also been freshened up. The biggest update they have done lately is the addition of a speak easy. The entrance is through a hidden door behind the bookshelf. Inside is dark, warm and cozy, with brick walls, high wood ceilings, a piano at one end (for evening performances) and a small bar at the other end. Picture a Friday night, sipping on a cocktail, listening to the music, and snacking on pizza that they serve from their kitchen. They aren't able to serve distilled spirits just yet. For now it's wine based cocktails. They are still working on the upper area wine tasting room. This is where the beautiful views are. They offer a few Somerset wines, including a $60 bottle of buttery Chardonnay. Too pricey for me, but I'm sure it's good. Today my glass of wine was a Bella Vista Syrah. It was pretty good. Keep up the good work you are doing here Bella Vista/Somerset family! read more

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What a fantastic experience. Janett was amazing. Great conversation and generous pours. Feeling her playlist too. Will definitely be back. read more

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Great overall experience and a great value! Purchased a Groupon months ago and made my return after a great first experience. Janet was very friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. The Groupon is a great deal for anyone looking to "get into" wine tasting, but the wine servers are a value in and of themselves. They know what they are serving and a little conversation will lead you into the best experience; with good wine, atmosphere, and company. If you're in the area, this place is a fun stop amongst many others to choose from. They also have a great selection of snacks that pair well with the variety of wines. There is a great view outside worth checking out. Definitely can make a whole day out of a visit to wine country. read more

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Our favorite wine-tasting spot in Temecula. Very friendly servers; relaxing atmosphere; beautiful lakeside views; and extremely "generous" tasting pours:-) Always a fun time at Bella Vista. read more

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Came to the winery in April to use a Groupon tasting for two that our Secret Santa got for us. The winery is tucked away just off the main road. My wife and I stopped by on our way to Legoland. We stopped by right at opening at 11am on a Thursday and beat the morning rush. The tasting room has a nice and comforting ambiance. You can stand at the bar, or relax in the comfortable swivel seats. Our 3 year old enjoyed the seating and we didn't have to worry about him roaming around or getting into trouble. I am a sweet wine guy, and I don't drink much. If you like sweet wines, the 2022 Rozmaring is an absolute must try... it was so good we actually went home with 3 bottles haha. read more

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Had a great bday here! Janet was an amazing serve! Great conversation and overall great recommendations and experience here. Duwan was awesome too! Thanks to Bella Vista for a helluva day! read more

My wife and I are celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary at Bella Vista winery. The atmosphere is rustic and inviting we got a great deal on a Groupon I would definitely recommend this place for its atmosphere and ambience read more

Wine here was ok. They were out of a lot of their popular wines which I wanted to try. We will have to come back to try them. The staff member who did our tasting was very nice and welcoming. She was very attentive even when it started to get busy. This place inside was a bit dark and dusty but they are renovating the top level which has beautiful views and a nice pond. This is a very beautiful location and I can't wait to return when their renovations are complete. read more

Had an amazing wine tasting experience at Bella Vista! We booked via Groupon and it was an extremely affordable tasting that came with 6 pours from their menu and their sister winery menu. We especially enjoyed the Symphony and White Cabernet from their menu. The selection was very expansive as well - there's a lot of options for folks that enjoy different wines! We went on a Sunday afternoon and the place was packed, thankfully it was very spacious and clean. The staff here are also extremely friendly and always walking by to make sure you're topped up. Highly recommend bringing your own crafts and snacks since they have tables. The view above the winery was also beautiful - it's a great overlook and drinks are also served above. Would recommend! read more

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Delicious wines, great service from the bartenders, beautiful decor. The air-conditioning was full blast inside. We loved it! read more

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Top winery - excellent wine, incredible service. Matt, the bartender, is the best! Highly recommend Malbec and Syrahs. read more

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Amazing experience! Our wine tour bus dropped us here for our last stop and it was the perfect finale to our day! The view is outstanding. The wine is tasty. The service is incredible - love you Janett. The pours are generous. It's clean and air conditioned! They had a food vendor up by the lake that smelled delicious, too! Can't think of a single negative. Thank you for a great afternoon! read more

Janet was our sommelier and was amazing. She was knowledgeable, sweet and engaging. Would definitely come back when she is pouring. Come see her! read more

My boyfriend brought me here for my birthday and I LOVED it! Matt was assisting us with our tasting and made the experience amazing. The grounds are so pretty and relaxing perfectly shaded under trees. The view is better from the tasting room but still breathtaking. As my first winery this was a great start and they have a great deal on Groupon for a tasting! 10/10 read more

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Nice ambience, live music, extensive range of wines, great scenic views . Very affordable read more

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Great service and from knowledge from Matt & Janette, they explained each wine and where very friendly! Recommend 100% percent. read more

Bella Vista Winery - Wineries Near Me - Temecula, California

It was our first time here! Janet was the coolest sommelier EVER!!! We did a wine tasting tour for my sister-in-law and she was very patient with us, explained things to us and told us how everything worked. She was so friendly! We're definitely coming back for the speaker easy they have here!!! read more

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Excellent service and wine. Gorgeous grounds with a pond, stunning views, traditional tastings room. Incredibly dog friendly, not just tolerated, but truly loved! You will not be disappointed. read more

I highly recommend going to the winery during the week. I just had a Monday off and went to Bella Vista. Janet was the lone server working and provided really personal service which made for a enjoyable experience. read more

Wine tasting was amazing! You pick 6 that you like to try which it makes a difference!!! Our fave is 2019 Syrah if you like red and Pink Peacock white Pinot Noir so refreshing. Both legs were fantastic !!! Come and check out this place and see Janet she is amazing and will have insight to the wineries around as well as all the historic past times of this specific winery all the knowledge and flavors you can handle!!! read more

This winery is one of my most favorite to visit. It is under new ownership and she is doing an absolutely fabulous job in reinventing the oldest winery in the valley. Bella Vista has a variety of wines that are all taste worthy but my favorite is their Tempranillo. They have the best staff ever, Mat is a gem and I wish I could remember the other names but each and every interaction we have had with staff here has been memorable. They also have a SpeakEasy that is very cool and worth the visit, but don't forget to head upstairs and sit alongside the lake and enjoy a glass. read more

The was such an amazing winery! By far our favorite in the Temecula region! Janett our server was absolutely fantastic and made our experience so fun and memorable! She was so friendly, professional and knowledgeable!!! The grounds and views are stunning! What a beautiful venue for a wedding or special event. The wines were superb and priced reasonably!! We will absolutely return! We will promote this winery to all of our friends!!!! Thank you Janett & Claire thank you! What a fun lil getaway thanks to you !!!!!!!!! read more

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Great experience our sommelier Nick was awesome and very informative! We had a blast at our first Temecula wine tasting experience.

Found this gem on Groupon. The price was spectacular for what you get! The building at the bottom of the hill is where the wine tasting and speak easy is held. It's so open and spacious. Then at the top is a pond and an amazing view along with turf and chairs to sit back and relax. We had an amazing hostess that knew her wine and had great conversation. The entire place felt welcoming. They are in the process of starting renovation I believe of the building up top of the hill so this place will become even more beautiful. I cannot wait to return! Oh and the wine is to die for! read more

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We went to the speakeasy here, so I cannot review the wines since we Didn't do a tasting. The speakeasy was cute and had someone playing the piano. The drinks were a limited list of wine/bubbly based cocktails which were enjoyable. They were able to make a couple mocktails for those who couldn't drink! Will def be back! read more

If you are looking for the winery that is not cookie cutter, this is your place. Great upper level outdoor area, with amazing green space, views and a pond. You feel like your on top of the world out there. The staff is very helpful and Matt, aka...dj Matt Dizzle keeps it light and fun. It is a great place to hang out with your friends and try the weekly rotating Sangria's. read more

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My partner and I enjoyed an amazing tasting with Janet and Claire this evening and I felt compelled to leave an outstanding review! Let me tell you why - we started to come to the Temecula valley over 10 years ago and we CRAVE the intimate, interpersonal, friendly wine tasting and that's exactly what we got with these gals. I think other local wineries should be taking note! We will be back! read more

Came wine tasting with my partner for the first time and we had a great experience learning about the differences between wines and all the history involved in the making! Shoutout to Matt! He made the experience really enjoyable. read more

Matt was super helpful and friendly! We enjoyed our time at Bella Vista. We will definitely becoming back on a weekend when there is live music! read more

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We were gifted a wine tasting from Groupon and were really excited to check out Bella Vista Winery. Unfortunately, we were left extremely disappointed. We went on a Saturday and the tasting room was crowded by a bus tour with only ONE person pouring drinks for the 20 people in the tasting room! Many people there were frustrated with the service. We stood there for 15min without being helped. It got to the point where we thought, this must be a joke ... It wasn't until the couple next to us spoke up and sent one of the employees our way because they noticed we'd been standing there for so long without any service. Once the tour left then suddenly all the employees appeared to help out so that was convenient timing ... Staffing was the biggest issue that effected our experience here. The winery itself was beautiful and picturesque. They had meats and cheese packs for purchase. Based on the service, I don't see myself returning. read more

Went wine tasting for my birthday and this was our first spot. We had a Groupon for tastings and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. They have great detail about each wine we were tasting. Everything tasted great, but the last taster we had knocked our socks off by surprise: a dessert wine that tasted absolutely delicious that we had to get several bottles. Can't wait! It was the 2022 Rozmaring. read more

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By far one of the best wineries I have visited in Temecula! Service and vibe is EVERYTHING wine tasting should be. read more

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Bella Vista Winery was amazing! My husband and I received a Groupon as a gift, and I'm so glad we did because we might have never made it out to Temecula otherwise. From start to finish, the experience exceeded our expectations. Matt and Janet were outstanding--both incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and engaging. They took the time to explain the wines and made the tasting feel personal and memorable rather than rushed. If you're on the fence about wine tasting in Temecula, definitely grab the Groupon and go--you won't regret it. We'll absolutely be back! read more

As posted last time the new owners are the same ones as Somerset winery. They have done a remarkable job in renovating the winery. They have completely redone the restrooms and lower tasting room. They just added stairs to connect the upper lake area and the lower tasting room. They plan to also have a permanent upper tasting room in the future ( they currently have a portable tasting room at the lake) . They have different food trucks and music on the weekends. They also have some refrigerated snacks and meats. A wonderful place to go to. read more

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