My experience was excellent. Beautiful place from the sign-in area, the general lobby/waiting area, barrel wine-tasting room, the more upscale wine-tasting room with food pairings looks classy, to the outdoor deck in the vineyard area. I like that everything looked modern and clean, including the bathrooms. I really enjoyed the way that they hosted the barrel room wine-tasting experience. Each person receives a list of the wines that they're about to taste (7 total for $34), and there's a mini map of Italy under each wine which shows which region of the country that the wine originated from, and there's lined spaced under each wine for us to jot down our notes about the wines. Unlimited breadsticks are available throughout the room for you to eat so you can clear your pallet between tastings. Our server was very knowledgeable about the wines so it was a treat learning about what we were drinking. You can watch reactions and reviews of each wine by my friends and me if you click this link: https://youtu.be/mm_F-TLIUfY?si=B35KiBgM3LqXn4ar read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Barrel Room wine tasting! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

Stopped by Temecula in the afternoon for a couple of wine tastings, and decided to try out this winery. The decor here is modern and beautiful. All the staff that we encountered here were very friendly. We didn't have any reservations (which seem to be recommended for certain tastings), but we were able to grab seats in the barrel room. A few of the wines were quite unique and stood out to me. I was tempted to buy a bottle, but decided not to (although now I wish I had!) since I expect I'll be back in Temecula again. I didn't have the time to enjoy the outdoor area, but did walk by to check it out. It seems like a great place to spend an entire afternoon. If I go back, I'll make sure to make reservations for the charcuterie pairing tasting! read more

The food was good, and the Service was great. Emily was so AWESOME she made sure my party of 11 was taken care of. She was truly attentive, very nice and very professional. read more

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Very upscale sister winery to Ponte that's just down the road. You need reservations for everything. I'll definitely come back when I'm better prepared, dressed, and reservationed-up. We sat by the pool and had a burger. You can rent a room to shower and change and then hang by the pool. I'd recommend this place if you have guests from out of town and want to entertain. But be dressed. And make reservations well in advance. read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Beet & Watermelon salad - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

It's a joke. Been members for years, came this Friday at 3:30. Not that busy. They told us they were kind of short staffed. 30 mins later they serve the people next to us who just sat down. Asked that server if we could get some service..she said she would see who our server is and left. 10 mins later, we literally bugged another person who finally agreed to bring us glasses of wine. 30 mins later if not more. May have to rethink our membership read more

We have been wine club members at Bottaia Winery since July 2022. The staff, the wines, location, views, amenities, and member privileges are outstanding, and we thoroughly enjoy our membership. That said, living in Temecula, we have access to many other wineries yet we keep returning to Bottaia. Why? Because of Bernadette. The smile, the positive attitude, the Irish! We have always enjoyed our interactions with her, and we specifically ask for her on our visits. She is knowledgeable, personable, and gracious, a definite asset to Bottaia. Bottaia is extremely fortunate to have her. We know we will continue returning as long as we have Bernadette read more

Bottaia has been on my list of wineries I wanted to try for the last year, but it just hadn't worked out. I finally got to go, and was really looking forward to checking it out. The pool is closed for the season, which makes sense. I made a reservation for the deck, which is an area where those who are not members can sit. They suggest that everyone wanting to come makes a reservation. Walking up, everything looked really cute. There is a check in desk, and that's where they checked my reservation. We waited a few minutes after checking in and were seated. There's no option on the deck to walk up to a tasting bar or anything like that. It's all table service. Our server came quickly to greet us, but we needed a few minutes to look over the menu, as none of our party had been there before. The menu is descriptive, and you can order a flight of four 2 ounce pours for $32 or by wine by the glass/bottle. They also have snacks and desserts available. We each decided to get the flights, so we could try more options. After placing our order, along with the hummus plate, we waited probably 10 minutes to get the flights and then another 10 minutes for the hummus. Our server saw the hummus come out, and said he would bring plates, but he never did. It appeared he forgot, so after waiting awhile we decided to eat it - no napkins or anything either. He did come by after we were about halfway done, but never did bring plates or napkins. As far as the wines, I would say they were ok. I do really enjoy Italian varietals, but there are a couple other spots in the area that I think do a better job. Bottaia had higher prices as well. The 2017 Aglianico was my favorite though (my other choices were the Pinot Grigio, Cartuccia Red, and Montepulciano). I felt like the service was just ok as well. He was nice, but maybe he had too many tables? I think if I return, I will try the barrel room tasting. I appreciate a little more personalized service, and when someone is there to talk to you about the wines. I really wanted to like it. It's a beautiful view and nice spaces. I just felt a little let down from my expectations, especially as it came recommended from a friend who was a member when they lived in the area. I won't cross it off my list yet, but won't be in a hurry to come back either. read more

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My friends and I booked a barrel wine tasting online on the day of and went there last Friday. It was so hot, so it was good that we did not book anything else beside the indoor wine tasting! Maybe next time I will try the pool or cabana ones.. But I read from several other Yelpers saying that if you're not a member, you won't get the same great experience.. I'm not much of a wine drinker so I probably won't be any wine club member, but this barrel wine tasting was good for me! I liked that it was not crowded at all and each reservation is spaced out so you are with a few tables/parties only. When we were there, I think only 2 other tables were taken, one with two people and one with 4 people. Our party was 3. I love their wine and bought two bottles after. I also bought their room perfume diffuser, the Maui one. It smells so good! Overall, such a classy and elegant Winery! read more

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I have been wanting to come to this winery for a while. We stopped by for a tasting, like the surrounding tasting rooms. However here, the regular tasting is just flight of four wines of your choice. The fun and enjoyment of learning about the different wines is no longer there. The regular tasting for the non- members was out on the patio overlooking the stunning vineyard on uncomfortable patio furniture. While the members had the comfortable relaxing outside seating. Unlike other wine club memberships there are not free tasting, it's 50% . 1. The wines tasted horrible. We each took one sip of each. We had two whites and two reds. 2. The flight of wine ( can't call it a tasting ) was $30.00 Only positive part of this flight ( not a tasting) was the beautiful backdrop of the vineyard. Stunning, beautiful!! This is a waste of money and a waste of time. read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Our flight ( not tasting) $30.00 - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

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Chic and modern winery. Attentive service with a very knowledgeable staff. My family has a membership here so I've visited before and I love it every time. They have quite a few wines that are crisp and light and the charcuterie here is decadent. Perfect pairings for whatever your choice of wine is for the day. They even have a pool that guests can utilize during nicer weather so be sure to bring a swim suit! read more

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This place will fool you it looks inviting but is super strict and gives you unwelcomed vibes if your not a member like a cult and the vines are not the best for the energy you get given by the staff read more

Now that I've been here I realize this is a place to spend the whole day. Drink some wine and eat some food get really sassy and dip in the pool. Great music excellent wine five star definitely coming back read more

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This place is a dream! We went a couple weeks ago. There have a great variety of white, sparkling, and red wine. The ambiance is a modern italian lux. They have a patio with the perfect mix of sun and shade. The service was professional yet relaxed. To eat they had great reasonably priced (for the area) medium sided bites. Can't wait to come back once their pool opens. read more

Quincy was hands down the best. He was friendly, professional, and created a warm & welcoming environment for my husband, daughter, and I. Great service like his makes all the difference. We're now members and can't wait to come back. read more

Came down to Bottaia to switch it up from my usual (and still loved) Ponte trip. Turns out it's under the same management, and it shows in the quality of service and ambiance! You are greeted upon arrival by the expansive views of the vineyard through the floor to ceiling windows. We sat on the patio and enjoyed a flight of their Italian varietals, which is their sole focus. They had some unique options I was not familiar with and we enjoyed trying something new. Definitely look forward to visiting again in summer to make use of the pool! read more

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Bad experience with one of the managers Heather. Left a bad taste in my mouth after being a member for 5 years. Canceling out wine club membership. read more

My girlfriend and fellow Yelper Cara C. and I showed up to close the pool down for the year. This unique vineyard and winery has a pool as part of its wine country offerings. It was a gorgeous 80 degree day in SoCal wine country. I grabbed my Red, Red Wine one piece. We rented a cabine to charge our phones and to have a private space to shower and change. With a full or half day reservation you're offered a complimentary sangria (White or Red) at check in. We shared a flatbread and froze's poolside while dipping our toes in the water. This place wins on ambience, privacy and service alone. We had this magnificent space to ourselves on a gorgeous November day. The pool comes with a private lifeguard. Take a dip and sip for yourself when they re-open in the Spring! You'll find me in my Easy Tiger hat and slides, while Yelping poolside with a froze' in hand. Cheers! #TeneculaValleyWineCountry #FrozeAllDay #EasyTiger #Bottaia #Pool read more

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Definitely recommend the wine pairing with Nicolas! He was so friendly and knowledgeable about all of the wines. It was so interesting and fun learning which wines pair well with which snacks. We will be back for sure, thank you!! read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Wine pairing - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

First of all I have been a member for years. This is not a review of the wine but rather a review of the lack of customer service. I phoned Bottaia because I needed to know when I had to pick up my shipment before they shipped it to me. I left a very detailed message asking the question on Wednesday, today is Saturday and still no response. Why have the ability to leave a message if nobody is calling back. I doubt I will continue my membership beyond the upcoming shipment.There are so many wineries in the area, that offer great customer service along with good wine to feed my money to a place that doesn't care about me. Members are everything to wineries, guaranteed income with every shipment. read more

This is the most beautiful winery that I've been to in Temecula. The view from the outside deck is absolutely stunning. Wines & Food: I'm not a sommelier by any means, but I enjoyed the wine tasting menu here. Our group agreed that the Montepulciano was a real winner. As a note, this winery only serves snacks to accompany wine, no real meals. The hummus plate that we shared among 4 was tasty, but not a full meal. Seating: My boyfriend was able to call on the day of our visit to get a reservation outside. I had previously tried to get a reservation online, but there were no openings. So I suggest calling if you're unable to get a reservation online. Ambiance & Service: The outdoor patio is well spaced and has misters and coverings to protect guests from the sun and heat. This was very welcomed as we went on an unusually hot day in Nov. Our waitress was prompt and attentive. She even provided us extra pita to finish our hummus when asked. Would definitely come back to this winery, if only for the view! read more

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Went on TikTok and Instagram to research wineries I wanted to check out in Temecula and Bottaia kept popping up as, "the winery with a pool." Also, social media posts kept saying, "You have to have a reservation in order to go here..." which made it sound super exclusive and hard to get into. Found out my sister's friends were members here and while we were at another winery they called to see if they could make a reservation, same day, and it sounded like they got lucky and were able to get one in the barrel room. My sister's friend described this place as if Magnolia Farms had a winery, this would be it. When we arrived we did a little walk through of the place and immediately, a pretty blonde lady with I think an Irish accent saw us perusing outside and politely asked if we were members or guests. At first I thought, "Uh oh, we're in trouble," but then she gave us the spiel about the place, the pool (it opens in May), the vineyards from Italy, etc. I think we got the friendlier spiel because our friend let her know he was a member but it feels like you're not welcome to just do a self tour of the place. That being said, yes, you can visit this place if you're a non-member, but you do need a reservation, and the area for the non-members looks like the peasants area compared to the rest of the seating areas for members. Our reservation for the barrel room was up and when we went inside it felt like part lab class room/part wine tasting. We were seated at a small round table with metal stools that reminded me of my college lab class. The room is filled with barrels on three walls then the fourth wall is pretty much glass with the glass door that is the entrance so it feels like 5th period wine class. Most wine places you have to stand at a counter and there's lots of other parties there and one person is serving multiple parties so it can be chaotic. Here it's quiet, air conditioned, there's a limit on how many people can be in there and you can actually concentrate on the wine tasting experience. I loved that the wine tasting cards had a map of italy and a little symbol in the region of where each wine came from. I learned Bottaia is a certified Pecorino dealer, they grow their own grapes and all of their vines came from Italy. The wines here are 10 out of 10 would recommend. The last pour comes from a barrel which is another unique feature of their wine tasting experience that I haven't found anywhere else. The straight out of the barrel pour is really good/strong and you could see the legs running all up and down the glass (fancy wine talk). They give you these breadstick crackers with the tasting but it's not enough. I needed at least three packs to balance out all the alcohol. Our reservation was at 4:45 p.m. and we were done with the tasting and out of there around 6:30 p.m. This winery offers a different outdoor view from other wineries, but if you're inside all day you won't get to enjoy it. Definitely worth visiting, but I'd recommend going with someone who is already a member. read more

BOTTAIA Winery - From the barrel! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

Love love Bottia! We've been here since they opened. Nick is absolutely the VERY best! He know his wine and can recommended the best to fit your palette! The service is awesome and the wine even better!!!! read more

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Every piece of food was delicious. The drinks were good. The ambience was great. The service was amazing also. Everybody so nice and friendly and again the food! Delicious! read more

Came here with some apprehension with all the negative reviews but was surprised with how pleasant the experience was. Although I am not a member, this reservation was made a month prior by a family member. Everyone was kind and welcoming the moment we stepped in the main lobby. They simply asked for our reservation and gave us a little run down to how the place works. We then got seated for our wine tasting and tried several whites and reds - we finished it off with wine from the barrel. The whites were mostly dry and followed the tasting notes. The Blush had plenty of watermelon and perfume. I enjoyed the Vermentino 2017, Barbera 2017 (we also drank the 2019 barrel), and the Montepulciano 2017. In my honest opinion, although I enjoyed the wines and ended up buying a bottle of Dolcetto to drink in the future, I found all we're not really medium bodied but mostly on the lighter side. I just found the bottle pricing, even at 30% off, a little steep, but I guess decanting might make it taste better. Definitely worth the experience if you enjoy wine. read more

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One of my favorite wineries in Temecula! It's a little bit more exclusive as they limit the amount of people that can get in based on available seating. However, I really enjoy their wine profiles and the different experiences that you can have. They have an Oak Room Tasting that you can sign up for that gives a good impression on what they have or you can dine in the back with their vineyard view. read more

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Nice place and beautiful views; however their pre-reservation policy even for members is ridiculous, especially when you can see there is plenty of space in the lounge and patio. Seriously thinking about dropping this place. read more

Visited Bottaia winery yesterday for a fun few hours out in the beautiful weather and to enjoy trying some new wines. The winery is beautiful, spotlessly clean and inviting. We were seated out on the deck next to the railing with stunning views of the vineyard. Nicholas came right out with menus and the wine list. He explained the wines, gave us a few minutes to decide and came back to take our order. We each ordered the caprese salad, and I did a tasting of two of their white wines, two of the reds and a late harvest wine. The Caprese salad was delicious, so fresh and vibrant. The wines we found to be delicious, full of flavor, crisp and clean. Tried the Pinot Grigio which is perfect for a warm summer day, fruit forward and crisp. The Fiano was a bit dryer, but just as delicious. The Dolcetto was very nice with hints of strawberry, bing cherry and nutmeg. My favorite was the Montepulciano, it was rich in color with flavors of boysenberry, black cherry and a hint of cola. The late harvest is even deeper in color, sweet with notes of fig and tobacco. Perfect to pair with dessert. The deck is lovely, a truly relaxing spot to sit and enjoy a glass or tasting. There is plenty of parking. I recommend having a reservation. Tastings are $30 per person, and are not discounted if you buy a bottle or two of wine. read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Wine Tasting with Caprese Salads - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

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What fun! Absolutely beautiful winery with an excellent members only lounge. My friend is a member and a bunch of us girls had the honor of joining her in the lounge. From a flight of four to a few glasses, we enjoyed every drop paired with delicious accoutrements! read more

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Bottaia winery was one of my favorite wineries when visiting Temecula! This is a newer winery and The facilities are beautiful modern with a touch of farm rustic. My husband and I scheduled a wine pairing but first we got a tour, we saw their barrel room, the wine lab where you can create your own bottle of wine (so cool), their beautiful outdoor patio space, and they have a pool!!! You can either rent a room that comes with a shower or chairs for the day. The pool area is offers full service (food & beverage). My favorite part of our experience was the seared wine pairing and charcuterie board. There are four different charcuterie boards you can choose from and they did a comedy my dietary restrictions (I don't eat meat). This is an unforgettable, guided tasting and Nicholas gave us the bestttttt recommendations for our five pre-selected wines. 10/10 Service 9/10 Atmosphere 9/10 Wines 10/10 Cleanliness I highly recommend checking out this winery!! read more

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Absolutely love this winery as they have a huge swimming pool you can go to and relax all day with pool side service. Shout out to Dallas (not sure how you spell her name) who was amazing! The food was good as well. We got the burger and caprese sandwich with fries. Yummy! After spending the day at the pool we went inside to their tasting room. Staci the manager was the best! Will definitely be back! read more

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We walked in a few weeks ago on a Saturday and was surprised we were able to get a table! Normally they require reservations but they were able to seat us. Lucky us! The views here when the sun is setting is beautiful. We were seated at the deck area and we had a great view of their vineyards and the mountains behind it. I could sit here for hours! We ordered two glasses of wine and a trio of chocolate mousses. My fiance ordered a red wine which was good but I definitely enjoyed my rose better. The rose isn't too sweet but it was sparkling which was nice! The chocolate mousse trio were really decadent as well. Overall, we would definitely be back again to try out their blending lab which sounded really cool and maybe try out the pool when in season! read more

Had a wonderful time at the Bottaia winery! I would recommend this place to anyone. Great delicious food and good service and good drinks. We had a wine tasting. Temecula thank you. read more

Absolutely beautiful winery. We stopped in on a Friday afternoon to sit and enjoy the amazing views and the incredible wine. The wine is great, you can't go wrong with any of one you pick here. The service was great our wine pour Aaron was great! They also have live music and the singer was great! read more

A great place to try Italian wines. I did the flight and it was so cool. It cost $35. They give you 7 x 1 oz pours and as you are tasting the wine they have a map of the region of where the grapes for that particular wine comes from. They also have a larger map of Italy available if you want/need a larger picture. Everyone is super nice here. The view is also very beautiful. read more

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Extremely disappointed. Beautiful building, grounds and view. The wine server was by herself and it was crazy busy in the "non member" area. It took almost 2 1/2 hours for our tasting. The wine was ok. I enjoys 3 of the selections and wine is of course a matter of personal taste. I was shocked they couldn't have helped the server out by moving people around! I laughed when she asked if we wanted to by members. One of the worse managed businesses I have been in ever. With nice wine and a great venue this place will never make the income that it should. So bad it's one of the few places I can say I will not ever consider giving them another chance. I am even soured on going to Ponte again after this. read more

I would love to give this winery 5 stars as it is one of the prettier wineries in Temecula. They have a fabulous patio which they have made now into their member terrace. Because it is only now designated to their members, one of 8 of my friends visiting me here in Temecula joined the member terrace so that we can all enjoy the nicer more luxurious atmosphere. There were 9 altogether and although they had the space, they could not bring over one chair so that all 9 of us could sit together. It was not busy and the seating area/table for 8 could have easily supported one more without any problem what so ever but management could not make an executive decision to allow not even one more chair. These women bought at least 10 bottles to take home and Bottaia should have recognized the chances and potential for selling even more wine & memberships were extremely high had they made the slight accommodation of adding one more chair and leaving this group of ladies with a great impression of this winery I so wanted to give 5 stars to! Bad management. Too bad. Needless to say I am only giving them 2 stars. read more

Bottaia is absolutely gorgeous and was my favorite stop during our wine tasting day. Yes, it's pricey but you get what you pay for. You enter into a gorgeous sitting room with vaulted ceilings. Everything is highly organized and professional. You check in for your reservation (you need one) and will be brought to your table. Luckily since we can't sit inside right now, the outside is just as gorgeous. The tasting room is open-air with the most gorgeous view of the vines. They even have a separate area with a pool which you can also make a reservation for and I fully intend to do when it gets warm again. Bottaia is owned by Ponte Winery just down the street. Their website states that complimentary Italian bar snacks are provided but we weren't offered any. They do have a small menu with charcuterie plates and desserts but we didn't partake. What we did partake in was the wine, and I loved them all. I have to say that the 2017 Vermentino was my favorite, light and crisp, and I ended up taking a bottle home. I thought the whole experience here was fantastic and if you're looking for an upscale venue for wine tasting this is the place to be. read more

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Thank you to Bottaia Winery for such a great experience at your winery. Dear Bottaia Winery, we just wanted to express our deepest gratitude for all the help and support that your wonderful team provided to us when we recently visited your beautiful winery. The winery is so nice, the view is simply breathtaking and the wines, Oh don't get me started with how good the wines are. I like ALL the wines there, but I have to admit that my favorite is the Montepulciano. You guys (all at Bottaia) have such a high level of positive and can-do attitude team that it made the entire visit so memorable, so nice and relaxing and most of all friendly. I LOVE VISITING BOTTAIA WINERY! Most of all, I wanted to thank Stacy, the manager, Bernadette, Dennis and Alana (the singing server) for such an outstanding and unbelievable customer service, support and dedication. They deserve to be awarded as the employees of the month! In addition, the entire team are such a great people, an asset to your organization. All of you work so hard, you are so friendly and communicates extremely well. In addition, thank you for such a wonderful Summer party event last week with wonderful wines, great food and entertainment. Please keep planning similar events in the future. Thank you for a lovely experience. Arie and Orna Carmelli read more

I visited on Valentine's Day weekend and had a terrible experience. We had a reservation, but when we got sat , we still waiting 20 minutes to be served. A blonde manager was at the front and she was so fake and odd. She mad us feel uncomfortable right away. We could see how busy the staff was . They had way too many tables . We asked to talk to manager and met Riannan. She was unprofessional and so incredibly awkward, I was surprised she was the actual manager. Will be skipping this winery next time we are in town! read more

Wonderful service! Pool/outside siting was nice in the shade. Thank you William, for taking photos for us and giving us a mini tour. read more

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