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On this itinerary, you’ll wine and dine at some of the most popular wineries in Temecula and indulge in Spanish tapas, Asian fusion, and classic California cuisine along the way. You’ll also venture into Old Town Temecula for a stylish spot that boasts a chef with Michelin star pedigree and sample local, award winning olive oil.
Winery restaurants fill up fast, especially when the weather is nice, so making reservations at least a week ahead of time. Bon Appetit!
Foodie Itinerary
at a Glance
Dining
Gaspar’s at Altisima
Bolero at Europa Village
Bouquet at Ponte Vineyard Inn
The Restaurant at Leoness Cellars
Corbeaux Wine & Tea House
Wine Tasting
Altisima Winery
Vienza at Europa Village
Masia de la Vinya Winery
Leoness Cellars
Lorenzi Estate
Friday ITINERARY
Afternoon at Altisima Winery
Begin your journey at Altisima Winery, recently voted winery of the year by our local tourism board, for lunch with a view. The winery restaurant, Gaspar’s, serves a mix of flavorful Spanish-inspired fare like crisp empanadas, patatas bravas, and steak frites with chimichurri. Sip on a wine cocktail or sample one of their Spanish varieties while you gaze out at the surrounding hilltops.
Shopping and Dinner at Europa Village
When you arrive at Europa Village, stop by the marketplace inside Vienza, Europa’s Italian venue. The mercato is a gorgeous shop, brimming with Italian cookies, dried pasta, and other goodies to take home. Then, head upstairs to the tasting room to sample Europa’s Italian-style wines.
For dinner, dine on the outdoor patio at Bolero Restaurante in the Spanish section of Europa. The tapas selection is seasonal, filled with mouthwatering items like croquetas filled with braised short rib, manchego, and potato. Paella is a staple on the menu and there are usually several varieties to choose from. Reservations on Open Table
(Photo courtesy of Visit Temecula)
Saturday Itinerary
Breakfast at Bouquet inside Ponte Vineyard Inn
There’s no better way to start a day in wine country than an al fresco brunch with a vineyard view. Make a reservation for Bouquet at Ponte Vineyard Inn and enjoy a leisurely morning before you head out wine tasting for the day. There’s a little something for everyone on the menu from eggs Benedict, to pretty yogurt parfaits, to decadent stacks of French toast.
Wine Tasting at Masia de la Vinya Winery
Set high up on a hill, Masia de la Vinya has a spectacular view overlooking the valley. Book the winery’s new Pours and Pairings private tasting, and enjoy delicious small bites, each perfectly paired with one of Masia’s Mediterranean wines. The bites are just enough to whet your appetite, but not too much to fill you up before lunch.
Lunch at Leoness Cellars
When it’s time for lunch, step into the cheerful dining room at Leoness Cellars and browse the menu of award-winning entrees. Leoness sources ingredients locally, so menu items will vary from season to season, but there will always be farm fresh salads and heartier dishes like pistachio crusted diver scallops and rack of lamb. Reservations recommended.
Wine Tasting at Lorenzi Estate
For lovers of great wine and food, a weekend isn’t complete without visiting the winery that we think makes some of the best wines in Temecula. Make a reservation at Lorenzi Estate, and end your day sipping French style wines on the patio at the edge of their vineyard.
(If three wineries is too much for one day, visit The Olive Plantation to try their award-winning olive oil instead.)
Dinner at Corbeaux Wine & Tea House
Corbeaux Wine and Tea House is a lovely restaurant in Old Town Temecula serving beautifully plated, French-Asian fusion cuisine. The a la carte menu is designed for sharing, but there is also a wonderful prix fixe menu with optional wine pairing. The restaurant is owned by a young winemaker, the chef comes from Michelin starred Orchard City Kitchen in San Jose, and they pour their heart into what they do. It shows in every delicious bite.
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Places to Stay
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The Vine House
A gorgeous, newly remodeled bed and breakfast right along the De Portola Wine Trail. There’s an on-site tennis and pickleball court, and two of Temecula’s most popular wineries are within walking distance.
Ponte Vineyard Inn
The Ponte property encompasses the winery and the beautiful inn. It has a pool with a vineyard view and speakeasy style bar, and is located centrally on Rancho California Road.
