I received a warm welcome as I came in the main entrance. Lisa was my server who is awesome in her…read moreknowledge of wines and is outstanding in customer service. The enjoyment of the wine can be on the patio surrounded with grape vine and soft music in the background. My wine that I enjoyed was the Cabernet Franc. The wines are delicious and the service provided by Lisa and the others is terrific!

While I am still trying to figure the whole winery thing out, I have to say that I am a big fan of…read moreChapin. What I mean by figuring it out is that we enjoy going to them and doing tastings, but I couldn't tell you much about wine, still, other than I usually prefer white or rose wine. We were able to check out this winery while on a sidecar tour and we were fans. The service was great and I really loved that we got six tastings (I may have seen this one other time) and you got to choose from their whole menu as opposed to limitations. They have a few premium wines that would could as two tastings. They also have a chef from Italy who makes pizza there. It smelled so amazing. Unfortunately, we had just had breakfast before stopping by here and did not have the appetite. Our sidecar tour guide took us onto other adventures after our tasting here. I knew I had to come back. Recently I decided to get some friends to come with us and enjoy another wine tasting. There were five of us with two more joining later. We came with empty stomachs to try this amazing pizza! Only. We didn't get to! It was sad news to find out that the chef was out sick! We were disappointed and our stomachs were still empty. The staff member felt bad and sad she would find us some food. She brought out an assortment of boars head charcuterie board, cranberry walnut cheese spread, a cheese wheel, bruschetta toasts for the spread, and feta and olives. We opted for most of these choices and made do. Despite the no pizza, we all absolutely loved our wine samplings. The employee was very informative and friendly. I opted for three white wines, a rose, and two reds. Everyone was enjoying their samples and the day was filled with laughter. I rarely end up buying a bottle to take home, but I did this time. Chapin has their own specialty blend called Sangue Di Giuda and I highly recommend you get it! It is a red wine that is sweet but not overly sweet. It's quite fruity with a hint of bubbles. Everyone who had it, loved it. One day we will try this pizza, but it is safe for me to give it a five anyway. I plan to visit from time to time and probably restock on Sangue Di Giuda.

This place is SO lovely!! And Jesse is INCREDIBLE! Took us…read moreon a full blown wine tasting journey. So knowledgeable and kind and full of back stories. Would definitely come back! And bring friends who like wine but feel a little insecure in a wine bar. He's the ultimate curator. Also, loved the music and ambiance!

Jesse was amazing and a perfect example of what great customer service looks like. From the warm…read moreintroduction and the story behind the family's winery to the thoughtful details throughout the tasting, everything felt intentional. He remembered and used our names, asked about our preferences, and curated our flights based on what we liked. Even small touches, like placing the glassware so the labels always faced us when poured, showed how much care he puts into the experience. The tasting room itself was comfortable, beautifully decorated, with cozy seating and just the right level of background volume to enjoy conversation and the wines. The wines were stunning, full of complexity and flavor. Highly recommended.

Beautiful property to stay if you're visiting Temecula. Right in the middle of the vineyards! Rooms…read moreare beautifully appointed and the chateau feels very European but definitely try to stay in one of the suites that have a patio facing the back of the property and the vines. It is much bigger and much nicer. We stayed here twice and will be back! Thank you!

Staying at Domaine is now a must for us when we visit Temecula. The beautiful surroundings as well…read moreas the elegant decor provide an overwhelming relaxing experience. Breakfast each morning is top notch and delicious! The wine is some of the best in Temecula. The owners and staff are welcoming and personable. Can't recommend staying here enough. They are in the process of expanding. Looking forward to seeing it when it is finished!

This is a lovely small winery in Temecula's wine country. They have delicious mango bubbly wine…read more The staff are very friendly and the decor is super cute. They have plenty of free parking as well.

Came here for my mom's 60th birthday. I called ahead to let the staff know and they offered a free…read morebottle of wine, and upgraded our rooms' views. It was our first time in Temecula, and first time staying at a winery. The rooms are very rustic, but definitely not old. We had 2, non-adjoining, Queen rooms, and there were USB ports in the headboard of my bed! That's a first for me. The inn has WiFi, an ice machine, and two vending machines on the bottom floor. The breakfast is made to order in their restaurant, and I got the florentine benedict. The yolk was delightfully runny, and the staff offered me some homemade salsa, which I happily accepted as someone who loves spicy food. It was delicious and extra spicy!

Such a little gem in Temecula! Stunning with all the lights & little quirky areas to explore!read more

While in Temecula, we stayed the night on this vineyard in an airstream. The experience was so…read moreamazing. The airstream was updated with a lovely setup on the inside and outside. Upon our arrival, Steve greeted us and was extremely kind and informative. I highly recommend making the visit to drink some good wine and enjoy a really unique experience.

We had such a nice time at Baily's Library Estate winery that we joined the club! Now we will be…read moremaking regular stops at their main tasting room on Rancho California to enjoy our complimentary wine club member glasses of wine. This up close and personal sit down tasting at this location is by reservation only. Our tasting was highlighted by owner, Phil Baily, joining us and sharing stories of Temecula Valley Wine country history. What a treat! Our server, David, also took good care of us. Our wine tasting was a mix of three whites and three reds, paired with a small charcuterie board and a pumpkin cookie. Very good wines here! When here, also keep an eye out for Bordeaux, one of their winery cats. Though he's pretty vocal and you really can't miss him as he peers out at you from the barrel room. He's a very handsome fellow! Thank you Mr. Baily and David for a wonderful experience!

Can I just say, wow. Had a really nice time here. Dave was our wine service. Personable and nice…read moreguy and made us so comfortable. I always thought that Baily's was a corporate owned business but I was so wrong. It is a family business and the Baily family was well represented by Phil Baily. Phil talked to us about the different wines and some history of the Wine Valley here. Honestly not a red wine person but their wine was so good we bought some. And joined their wine club. I am really happy our friends invited us here. We had a great time. Highly recommend this experience and the Winery.

I had a chance to visit the ranch today. I was excited to see this beautiful and vast ranch nestled…read morein the northern hills of Temecula wine country. On my first visit I noticed pristine barns and stalls several arenas and a wine tasting room. The place is set up for entertainment and would make a great place for a wedding. I had a chance to see my niece and her prize horse do some training with a few of the trainers at this ranch. It was a great morning visit and brings back a lot of memories from when I was a kid.

Tucalota Creek Ranch is a place for people who like to ride horses. The place is pretty large with…read moremany stables and an arena. The reason I know about this place is because I attended a wedding there last weekend. The scenery was nice and the staff was nice as well. We didn't have food from Tucalota because the wedding party received catered food from a third party venue. This place is also not too far from the other wineries. If you like horses, this place is for you.

We like coming to the Temecula Valley wine country. In many ways it reminds us of Santa Barbara, or…read moreSanta Ynez, just twenty or so years younger. Up in Santa Barbara, Fess Parker used his Daniel Boone Disney money in the 50's to buy up acreage. See the movie Sideways for more on this. Here in Temecula, you had Vincenzo Cilurzo (another Hollywood refugee), whose weekday job was that as a Light Director for Merv Griffin, see IMdB. Vincenzo and his wife Audrey planted 40 acres and that are considered Temecula's first vines in 1968, then along came Ely Callaway, then Joe Hart and the rest is history. We have visited over a dozen plus vineyards in Temecula and they're all a lot of fun. Each offers up a little history and a taste of their best for a few bucks. The wineries we continue to return to are Callaway, Wilson, Wiens, Hart, Ponte and South Coast. If you find one you like, I would recommend joining their wine club. Many of the wines aren't sold in discount stores. We would also suggest trying some the restaurants attached to the Winery, like Meritage at Callaway. As a postscript, Vincenzo & Audrey Cilurzo sold their winery in 2004 to Imre & Gizella Czirakis and they renamed it Bella Vista. Vincenzo died last year, but the family stayed in the Temecula area. Enjoy!

T he valley has grown in leaps and bounds. E legant and…read morequaint. M aking wine locally! E ducation available by friendly staff. C onveniently, located in Southern California. U nbelievable hot air hot air balloons... L ovely backroads from Rancho California Road. A perfect way to spend an afternoon. V ineyard tours and tastings. A tour bus will stop at several vineyards. L ive for food too? L ots of restaurant choices in the valley E ntertainment offererd at many properties. Y ou have some pet friendly options too! W edding sites galore! I nns for romantic getaways. N ice picnic spots. E vents are happening all the time! C harcutetires pair well. O utings on the weekend U YE's have occurred. N othing like wine country out your back door! T ry something new... R hone varietals grow well here. Y ou will discover something you love! #TemeculaAVA #SouthernCaliforniaWineCountry #iHeartTemecula