Temecula Valley Wineries Are The Finest Around

Temecula offers it\'s tourists practically 40 wineries to visit such as the tiny family run destinations as well as the total fledged \"destination wineries\" complete with tunes and event sites, bed & breakfast inns, and complete service restaurants. The region is 60 miles north of San Diego and 90 miiles southwest of Los Angeles and delivers award winning Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, as well as Zinfandel, Viognier, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris and sparkling and dessert wines.

Temecula\" comes from the Luiseño Indian word \"Temecunga,\" which means \"place of sun.\" The Spanish interpreted and spelled that word as \"Temecula,\" but over the ages it has been translated into several distinctive adaptations, such as, \"Where the sunlight breaks through the mist.\"

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Vineyard, Stems & Pomace at Hart Winery

Temecula Hills Vineyard Looking North

The Temecula Valley is the premier winemaking location in Southern California. During the previous ten years, the amount of wineries in Temecula\'s Wine Country has doubled with several new operations being designed. The wineries are merely off Interstate 15 with most found along Rancho California Road and De Portola Road. The elevation here is at 1500 feet above sea level providing cool summer nights and afternoon breezes. Besides grapes this is horse country so it may be not that unusual to find riders along the roads. A couple wineries even offer horse back riding.

Temecula\'s light, sandy loam soil, comprised for the most part of decomposing granite, lets water to drain easily. This forces the roots to grow deeper to locate water, producing in stronger vines and smaller grapes-- ideal for highly concentrated flavor. Temecula Valley AVA encompasses 33,000 acres. Approximately 1,300 acres are currently planted. Vineyards are irrigated as rainfall is frequently less than 10 inches per season.

Cabernet & Barrels at Stuart Cellars

Palms & Vines on Rancho California Roads

Nearly all Temecula wineries only sell his or her product from their tasting locations, so with only a few exceptions you wouldnotfind these wines at your local marketplaceor wine shop. There is a wide variety of offerings at most wineries and all charge a tasting fee which usually includes a souvenir wine glass. Check out Callaway Vineyards & Winery, Keyways and South Coast Winery Resort and Spa.