California Wines
Great California Wines Are Found In Temecula, Ca
 Great California wines are sometimes hard to find.
But, did you know that Temecula has some of the greatest Southern California wines right here in own backyard?
Temecula History
If you look back at Temecula history, you will see that the railroads were flooded out and the stagecoach service just began between Temecula, California and San Francisco, California back in 1857.
The people of Temecula Valley had not yet begun to understand the riches that lies beneath their soil. Wine making as we know it, did not begin until the late 1960's and into the early 1970's.
Major wine production did not start here until the late 1970's. This was led in part by the famous golfer John Callaway at the Callaway Winery.
What Makes Temecula So Unique For Winegrowers?
 What makes Temecula California unique is that the morning mist helped keep the moisture in the soil without very much rain.
Coastal breezes help keep the air temperature mild throughout the year and prevents the soil from drying out.
The granite in the soil help keeps the water draining which is needed for great grape growing.
Temecula Valley is famous for its wineries and vineyards for one good reason, we have over 30 of them in operation today.
Many of the wineries and vineyards in Temecula are competitive and have a number of awards on the walls prove it.
Some of the great California wines come from the South Coast Winery & Spa, Thornton Winery and oldest winery in our valley, the Bella Vista. The tourists appreciate our sunny climate while enjoying the fruits of these great Temecula wines.
Temecula Has It's Act Together!
 Many of the vineyards and wineries in Temecula have venues that keep people coming back time and time again.
Two of the biggest draws to our California wineries are our award-winning wines and Temecula weddings.
In previous years, Temecula weddings have become the biggest growing segment of our tourism in the region.
With the majority of our wineries participating in weddings, Temecula now is THE destination spot for weddings. Some of the vineyards here in Temecula are catching on to this fast-growing phenomenon. To prepare for the increased demand of the blessed events, some of the wineries are doing extensive remodeling to keep up with the demand.
The Best California Wines Come From Temecula
 You may ask yourself... "when is the best time to visit Temecula wine country"?
The plain and simple answer is, anytime!
Anytime, sounds like a very mundane answer, but it is simply the truth.
Lots of tourists think it is the best time to vacation and go wine tasting in Temecula is the summertime.
Summertime also allows some of the best weather possible.
Although, some days in July and August, can get pretty darn hot here too.
Temecula wineries can offer the ideal surroundings and the perfect settings to make you forget about anything else outside their doors.
Some people have said that summer is the best time to visit our wine country, because it is the ideal time to go on a hot air balloon ride and overlooked the early morning majestic skies of the Temecula Valley.
 Most of the Temecula wineries are found on Rancho California Road.
Some notable wineries are just off of Rancho California Road to the north and to the south.
Although we have about 30 wineries here in Temecula, they're all within about 5 miles of one another.
Temecula, California is approximately 90 minutes away from all metropolitan cities such as Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and Palm Springs California.
For a complete list of our award-winning wines, we've included a list from our friends at the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association.
Big City, Or Small Country Town? - You Be The Judge
Temecula, is like any other big city. We have some great Temecula Restaurants, hotels, golf,shopping and top-notch entertainment. We also have some very big events here in Temecula. Such as, the Temecula Balloon & Wine Festival, the Temecula Wine & Music Festival and some entertaining Temecula events.
 If you are looking for some great California wines, don't forget to plan a trip Temecula California. This is truly the best wine tasting destination in all of California.
The Napa Valley and the Sonoma Valley make good wines, but California's best wines are found right here in Temecula, California.
Make sure to check out all the great links on the bottom of the Temecula Wineries Home Page and learn more about all great things to see and do in the Temecula Wineries. Learn about Etiquette, Wine-Tasting Tours and even get a Free Map of the wineries. Learn about Temecula’s very first winery, “The Bella Vista.”
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