Wineries in Temecula

Temecula's wine country is located about two hours east of Los Angeles and about one hour north of San Diego. rhe area is especially well suited growing growing grapes such Syrah, Grenache, and Sangiovese, although it is too hot for other grapes, such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Most of the wineries in temecula are situated on Rancho California Road. Temecula's grapes are typically harvested from mid-august to September but winery tours and wine tastings are available year round. Temecula's wineries were developed in the 1960's by commercial land developers to attract buyers to the subdivisions they were building.

Alex's Red Barn Winery
This winery for the 25 acre Yakut Estate Vineyards is operated by Alex and Lise Yakut. Wines include a Sauvignon Blanc, a Cabernet Sauvignon, a Johannisberg Riesling, a Solera style Sherry, a Muscat Canelli, a Viognier, and a Syrah. Located at 39820 Calle Contento in Temecula. Phone: 951-693-3201.

Baily Vineyard and Winery
33440 La Serena Way Temecula, California
Phone: 909-676-9463

Bella Vista Cilurzo Vineyard and Winery
Vincenzo and Audrey Cilurzo sold their winery and vineyards in April of 2004 to Imre Cziraki who operates it as the Bella Vista Cilurzo or BV Cilurzo. Located at 41220 Calle Contento in Temecula. Phone: 909-676-5250

Briar Rose Winery
Housed in a quant "Snow White's Cottage" style building. Tours and wine tastings are by appointment only.

Callaway Vineyards and Winery *
32720 Rancho California Road
Temecula, California
Phone: 909-676-4001
(Oldest and largest)
Vineyards were first planted in 1969. Ownership changed hands in late 2005. Ely Callaway founded the winery before he moved on to develop his golf club empire. After him it was owned y Allied Domecq, whoc owned it for about 12 years before selling it to a Del Mar based investment partnership around 2005.

Churon Winery
This winery in a French style schateau specializes in Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Operates a bed and breakfast inn on the property.

Doffo Winery
36083 Sumitville
Temecula, California
Phone: 714-715-6610

Clos du Muriel
40620 Calle Contento
Temecula CA 92390
Phone: 714-676-2938

Culbertson Winery
32575 Rancho California Road (sp?)
Temecula California 92390
Phone: 714-699-0099

Cougar Vineyards and Winery

Falkner Winery
Specializes in Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot wines. Has a nice lawn area with spectacular views of the surrounding valley that is often used for special events and picnics.

Filsinger Vineyards and Winery
39050 De Portola Road
Temecula, California 92592 Phone: 951-302-6363

Foot Print Winery
36650 Glen Oaks Road
Temecula, California 92592
Phone: 951-265-9951

Hart Winery
Producing wine since 19780. Known for red wines and dry white wines. Located at 41300 Avenida Biona in Temecula. Phone: 951- 676-6300

John Piconi Winery
33410 Rancho California Road
Temecula CA 92390
Phone: 714-673-5400

Keyways Vineyard and Winery
37338 De Portola Road
Temecula, California 92592
Phone: 951-302-7888

La Cereza Vineyard and Winery

Leonesse Cellers
One of the best wine maekrs in the area. Tasting room has a beautiful views. Located at 38311 De Portola Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-302-7601.

Longshoadow Ranch Vineyard and Winery
39847 Calle Contento
Temecula California 92591
Phone: 951-587-6221

Maurice Car'rie Winery
Produces 17 varietals. Treats include Pineapple champagne, brie bread, and other deli snacks. Has a picnic area. Located at 34225 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 714-676-1711.

Miramonte Winery
33410 Rancho California Road
Temecula, California
Phone: 951-506-5500

Mount Palomar Winery
33820 Rancho California Road
Temecula California 92390
Phone: 714-675-5047
Most well-known for their Syrah and Sangiovese wines. The grounds are not as ornately landscaped as some of the other Temecula vineyards. In November of 2006 Peter Poole, the son of Mount Palomar Winery founder John Poole, announced he would seel the winery which hsi father founde din the e3arly 1970's.

Oak Mountain Winery
36522 Via Verde
Temecula, California 92592
Phone 951-699-9102 (Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petite Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon)

Palumbo Family Vineyards and Winery
40150 Barksdale Circle
Temecula, California 92591
Phone: 951-776-7900

Ponte Family Estate Winery
Has a large tasting room, a restaurant called the Smokehouse Cafe, and a gift shop. Located at 35053 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-694-85855.

Rancho de Andallusia Vineyard and Winery
Web site at AndallusiaWinery.com was not functional the last time I checked.

Robert Rrnezoni Vineyards
37350 De Portola Road
Temecula, California 92592
Phone: 951-302-8466

South Coast Winery and Vineyards
One of the newest wineries in Temecula is also a resort hotel and spa. Has a nice lawn area for picnics. Located at 34843 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-587-9463.

Stuart Cellars Winery
Winery has a hilltop picnic area with panoramic views of the Temecula Valley. Located at 33515 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-676-6414.

Temecula Hills Winery
One of the newest wineries in Temecula. Also known as Windy Ridge Cellars. Ooperated by Steve and Valerie Andrews. 11 acres plated with Zinfandel, Syrah, Viognier, ourvedre, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Located at 47200 De Portola Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-767-3450.

Thornton Winery
- Opened in 1988
- Specializes in sparkling wine
- Jazz Concert Series on their fountain terrace
- Thornton family sold it in late 2006 or early 2007 Was the 4th Temecula valley vineyard to be sold between april 2004 and dec 2006). Thornton was founded by Martha and John Culbertson in the early 1980's as "Culbertson's Winery". At the time They already owned their winery in Fallbrook. John Thornton was a key invester and he tooko over the winery's operations in the nid 1980's, and gave it his faily's name (the Culbertson family also sold their Fallbrook winery but they still lvie i the area. The Thornton Winery is known for its sparkling wines. Located at 32575 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-699-0099.
- 1991 Thornton Plays Venture Capital Hardball
- 2006 Thornton Winery to be Sold (Dec 2006 article)
- Culbertsons Press on With Carlsbad Winery

Van Roekel Winery (no Web site of its own?)
Several wines including a raspberry champagne. Has a picnic area and a shop with gifts, cheeses, and other deli items. Sister Winery to Maurice Car'rie Winery. Located at 34567 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-699-6961.

Wiens Family Cellars
35055 Via Del Ponte
Temecula, California 92592
Phone: (951) 694-9892

Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyards
Relatively unknown small winery with beautiful grounds that are often used for weddings and other special events. A beautiful spot for a picnic. Located at 35960 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Phone: 951-699-9463.

Special Places to Stay in Temecula Wine Country
- Inn at Churon Winery - Site 2 (22 rooms)
- South Coast Winery Resort and Spa (76 rooms)
- Loma Vista Bed and Breakfast (6 rooms)
- Castle Bed and Breakfast (4 rooms)
- Pechanga Casino Resort (522 rooms)
- Lake Skinner Campground (campsites)

Wine Events in Temecula
- Temecula Winter Barrel Tasting
- Temecula Big Red Weekend
- Temecula Harvest Festival

Group Tours of Temecula Wine Country
- Destination Temecula
- Grapeline Wine Country Shuttle
- Going Grape TemeculaWine Country Tours
- Magic Carpet Winery Tours
- Temecula Sightseeing and Tours
- Valley Trolley Temecula Wine Tour

Limousine Tours of Temecula Wine Country
- Avant-Garde Limousine
- Esquire Limousine Service
- Executive VIP Shuttle
- RSVP Limousine
- Sterling Rose Limousines
- West Coast Limousine
- West Coast Limousine

Temecula Wine Country Organizations
- Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association
- Southwest California Vintners Association

Temecula Wine Country Resources on the Internet
- Wikipedia Temecula Valley Wine Country Article
- Manick on Temecula Wineries
- NC Times Article About thornton Winery Sold

See also
Other Attractions in Temecula
Temecula Travel Guide
California Travel Guide