I know most wineries offer a lot of options, but for some reason this one really stands…read moreout--especially for my wife. We're not big wine people or experts, but this is actually the only place where we end up buying bottles to take home. I can't remember the name of the wine we got, but it was that good. The whole vibe is super chill, and the views make it the perfect spot to just relax and enjoy a glass. Definitely recommend checking this place out.

Had a lovely time visiting this winery Beautiful grounds…read moreand inside is nice too Open air patios with lovely vineyard views We did a wine tasting which was good Staff were fine- not as interactive as I would have liked The wines were good as were the tasting nibbles

First stop on our wine tour. The guy that helped us was on Point with his dry and sweet wine…read moreknowledge. He went through his little tutorial of each wine, what was in it, what you could smell or taste. My daughter asked him about stronger wine's which he was happy to go into detail about. They had a barrel wine, which my daughter loved, then I had to ask "hey do you have a port". Yes they do, a delicious, exquisite, red port and a white port. I purchased one. Oh and the little shareable menu please try their homemade hummus. It was delicious. I will be coming back here for our anniversary to stay at one of the villa's. And don't forget to stop in the gift shop there were so many cute things in there.

Explored a couple wineries this past weekend starting with South Coast…read more I'll keep it brief-this place was nice. The atmosphere, ambience and environment was nice and clean. Even on a nice Saturday afternoon during brunch hours, it wasn't too crowded or busy at all. We mostly stayed in the tasting room then went in the member's lounge for bit before taking a walk outside. It's pretty spacious, attracting more of a mature older crowd, if that's your thing. The staff we encountered were all enthusiastic. They even had a taco guy there near the member's lounge which was great- they had a mushroom taco for my veggie people and a cheese quesadilla for the vegetarians. While I had a good time, I'm not sure I'd ever come back here. It wasn't bad, just nothing compelling me to come back-especially since I'm not a drinker, just came to explore with some friends. I'm particularly looking for the winery with the best brunch menu and an interesting crowd of people, which I didn't find here. If you enjoy wine, good scenery and a somewhat lokey spot where you can get out, yet, still have some space to yourself and escape the crowds, this is probably the winery for you.

C L O S E D - effective 10/7/2024…read more FROM THE AVENSOLE WINERY WEBSITE: It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that Avensole Winery has closed its doors, effective immediately. Wine club pick-ups will be available for the month of October on the following days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 12pm - 4pm Member glasses or tastings will not be available during this time. There will be no staff in the office outside of these days and hours, so responses to emails will be delayed. We also do not have any staff available to answer phones, so any messages or calls will go unanswered. We please kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time for our staff. Our team will be doing their best to navigate this transition, and we appreciate your kindness towards them

Pretty winery located in Temecula...and more like 3.5 stars…read more We were excited to have lunch here but was a bit put off by the aloof server we had. Since we had driven more than an hour to get here, we decided to stick it out and continue our afternoon there. She tried to be pleasant but it was a bit forced...but I digress. What we had: Charcuterie & Cheese Board: nice little board that had a variety of meats, cheeses and fruit. This is all we ordered in regards to food because we wanted to check out another winery down the road a bit later to see how their service would be in comparison. Drinks: 2017 Malbec: we are always a fan of a good Malbec and this was pretty standard. 2019 Petite Sirah: notes of chocolate and berry. I enjoyed this one. They were also pretty snooty towards us at the wine tasting area located down below so we didn't bother doing any tastings after that. I highly doubt we'd return. It is a beautiful location though. 3.5 stars.

Doffo will forever be my favorite winery! The wine is not only great, but the atmosphere is…read morefamily-friendly, fun, yet intimate and quiet/peaceful all at the same time. It feels like we're home every time we visit! When we go, Jade is sure to give us a huge hug and smile, and she's become one of my 1 year old son's besties! She's the best! Visiting Doffo, doing a tasting, and splitting the Chimichurri Fries with my little family has become our weekend staple. If you're ever in search of a winery that doesn't feel overcrowded, has an incredible view, and makes you feel like you're part of the family, Doffo is it. :)

Daffo is the Hard Rock of the Temecula wineries…read more They have two tasting areas. The first room is for lounging and is very similar vibe to other wineries in the area...beautiful fresh floral views and wine flowing at a fast pace. The second room is for rocking out. They have tons of motorcycles hanging from the walls, killer merch, and a mixture of high and low top tables. Very fun to check out, and totally unique to the other wineries in the area. The staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable. They cater to the notion that it's about what you like and not necesarily what is liked by the general population...and I love that. The wines in my opinion are the best in temecula, although I have visited about 70% of the wineries so I'll keep you posted if I find a notable contender. You must try the Vermintino...it's worth the visit alone. They also have chimchurri and other items for sale which are quite good. Go check it out next time your in the area, you won't regret it.

The winery is lovely. It had been about 20 years since my last visit. It's definitely look like it…read moreexpanded since. I went for a fraternity event. The event was awesome and the staff very accommodating. I walked around the venue and was very impressed.," I definitely want to come back,

Wilson Creek Winery is a popular winery that spans 90 acres in Temecula Wine Country. It was…read morefounded in 1996 and has a huge space, private residences, restaurants, and covered patios. You buy a tasting card at the counter and then you can try any six wines on their menu. Their most popular is the almond sparkling wine and they offer a variety of other flavors. We tried lots of different wines including the sauvignon blanc and petite sirah but our favorites were the different sparkling wines. It was less of a quiet wine-tasting vibe and more like a party-vibe. There were tons of people and we saw a lot of bachelorette parties. The music was loud and there was a fun social vibe. There were still some vineyards that you could walk through and take pictures, but the core of the action is where the food and drinks are. Even though it was geared toward adults I saw a lot of kids and strollers around. We spent a couple hours here drinking the different wines and relaxing at the table. It was fun to people-watch and just enjoy the experience and energy. If you are coming to Temecula Wine Country, this should be one of the places on your list to visit.

Longshadow is one of my favorite last stops of the day. Great service every time, cozy fire pits,…read moreand live music on some nights makes it even better.

Went for their Saturday night bonfire. Very family friendly…read more The band was great. Service was okay, and overall environment was okay. The staff seemed to want to go home and was cleaning up people's tables and putting chairs away, which wasn't exactly warm and inviting. But good music, and the fire pit tables were nice

Food is gas Our…read moreserver Jessica is A1 elite tier The environment is super chill and laid back Food is also gas !!

Ponte Winery is a family-owned winery that spans 300 acres in the heart of Temecula Wine Country…read more It's part of a huge space that includes an inn, restaurant, wine tasting room ($30 for 6 tastings), walking paths, and spaces for private events and weddings. There's also an elevated deck area that you can dine in starting at 12pm. We made reservations beforehand and were seated with a view of the garden. CALAMARI ($20) - this was firmer but thicker than other calamari I've had. I really liked this one dipped with the jalapeño lime aioli and I liked the shishito peppers for that bit of kick. 5/5 TRUFFLE MUSHROOM PIZZA ($18) - we added pepperoni on top and the pizza was decent. 3.5/5 BOLOGNESE ($30) - the bolognese was flavorful and there were huge portions. There was so much meat on it that it pretty much covered the pasta itself. 4.5/5 We had a wine flight ($25) and I liked the pas doux and the vermentino. We also liked the vernaccia nera ($15), a sparkling wine and a specialty of the Temecula area. This was a very relaxing lunch followed by a nice stroll around the premises afterward.

GREAT FOR A LATE SUNDAY VISIT (Before Closing)…read more My first time here to this winery. A nice welcoming place. Not too large and not too small. Great for groups. Close and intimate. Tasting area has some nice visual art pieces, paintings & photography to admire. Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon on the last hour. Ashleigh and Dakota served us with a few tastes before choosing a wine to pour for a glass. We tried the Berbera, the Petite Savoy, and one other wine. All were great! It was nice that a small sample was able to he tried before committing to a glass. On top of the overall excellent experience, upon asking about bottle corks, I was welcomed to fill a small bag full of them if I wanted some for some DIY project. That was awesome! The winery was really nice and I wish I could have gotten here earlier to try the food here. I would definitely come back!

We enjoyed our experience on Valentines Day. It is not as posh as some of the other wineries, but…read morethey were still clean and professional. The music was so fun and it was a great atmosphere. The food was a decent portion and the prices were fair. I think our waitress was a little overwhelmed so service was a little slow, but the food came fast and it was tasty. We would return!

I tried the delicious braised short ribs with mash potatoes & the Cabernet Sauvignon is perfect…read morewith my meal Chloe was our waitress & she was very friendly & accommodating. Malakai is a hard worker, he kept coming & keeping things clean. He's also a fun guy. We still love Serenity - true to her name, she had a calm, peaceful nature. Luke & Gabriel are still is super friendly too. Had a happy time

Wow... I can't believe it's been 10 years since my last review, sorry Leoness and staff. Well, what…read moreI can say for sure is that it continues to be a great place to visit. Each time we've come, we've had such a wonderful time. The food is always delicious and their variety of wines are superb. We recently came and brought new friends and they loved it. I understand that a larger group can be a bit overwhelming for the servers so we always try to commend them and thank them for their patience. This time it was Luke and like all Leoness staff, he was attentive, patient and knowledgeable. We asked him about his favorite wines and his recommendations were great! Wineries always have such a relaxing ambiance and beautiful atmosphere. Leoness is no exception and actually an exemplary winery when it comes to customer service. Always look forward to coming back!

My husband and I came down from LA for my birthday weekend, and Wiens was easily one of our…read morefavorite stops. My sister has been raving about their red wines forever, so we finally had to check it out. The whole vibe of the place is amazing! Right when we walked in, the host took us to our reserved table with a delicious charcuterie board. We did a private tasting, and Brian, the winemaker, actually gave us a behind the scenes tour. The best highlight was when he let us taste a brand new, unreleased Barbera and Pinot Noir blend straight out of the tank! Such a cool, VIP experience. When we came back to our table, other wine club members were asking us all about it. I'm not gonna lie, I felt like I was that girl lol. The barrel room also has this moody lighting that is perfect for photos, and the entire staff was super welcoming. Sharon our server took great care of us. They really went out of their way to make my birthday setup feel extra special. If you're looking for delicious wine and a great atmosphere in Temecula, definitely add this to your list. We will absolutely be back!

Recently visited Wiens Family Cellars for a tasting. The venue is huge with plenty of seating, but…read moreoverall it wasn't my favorite experience. The wines were just okay and felt a bit overpriced for the quality. I've definitely enjoyed tastings more in Paso Robles. It does get very busy on weekends, so if you're looking for something more low-key, I'd recommend going during the week. A very nice touch though was that we were able to bring our own charcuterie spread.