Place to Visit in Temecula’s Wine Country

5 Places to Visit in Temecula’s Wine Country

Temecula is known for its incredible wineries and vineyards and many travel far and wide to come to Southern California and experience what this landscape has to offer. We have gathered five of the best wineries to visit while in Temecula’s wine country. Sit back, relax, and sip away!

1. Callaway Winery

Callaway Winery and Estate sits on 20 acres in Temecula Valley. There is an excellent variety of wine at Callaway

as they grow Viognier, Syrah, Dolcetto, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Grenache, Roussanne, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Callaway tradition includes using freezing temperatures during the fermentation process to make their wine flavorful and fresh tasting.

2. Monte de Oro Winery

Monte de Oro Winery and Vineyards brings old world charm and new world sophistication together. They proclaim, what sets them apart from other vineyards is their attention to vineyard practices, such as canopy management and controlling yields. Also, they take pride in their delicate handling techniques. This family-owned winery is a must-visit while in Temecula Valley!

3.Briar Rose Winery

Briar Rose is a relatively new winery on the scene with their grape growing beginning in the late 1990's. They grow Viognier, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling grapes. This winery is charming and family owned. They welcome wine novices and connoisseurs alike.

4. Baily Vineyard and Winery

Baily Vineyard and Winery, owned by Phil Baily, has been growing grapes for over 27 years in Temecula Valley. The Oxford Companion to Wine calls Baily Winery, "One of the two most artistically successful of the

small pioneering wineries in Temecula." They have a central tasting room for current release wines and a separate tasting room at the estate for aged and older wines.

5. Ponte Family Estate Winery

Ponte Family Estate and Winery has been farming their grapes since 1984 and opened their winery doors in 2003. They also have an inn on the property that began in 2012. Located in the heart of Temecula Valley, this family-owned winery farms 23 varieties of grapes on 300 acres of land, making it the largest vineyard in Temecula is worth the trip!