The great California wine sensation began as vineyards at missions in San Diego around the turn of the 18th century. Each new mission that was established also established its own vineyards and wine making processes. Wine making became a staple of Southern California life and was, at the time, the lead wine production area of the state. This continued until the mid 19th century when Northern California became the lead wine producer in the region. A wine revival came about in the Temecula Valley Region in the late 1960’s, and by 1968 an immense amount of wine grapes had been planted in the region.

Temecula Valley Wine Country is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Southern California; with rolling hills, high mountains, and remarkable landscaping, you will forget you are anywhere but the Golden State. The Temecula Valley Wine Region has proven to be a diverse and unique habitat that has lead to a myriad of thriving grapes that grow well in the Mediterranean climate such as Riesling, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and Tempranillo, just to name a few. The weather and the landscape combined together produce an amazing experience that is unmatched by few other areas across the globe.

The landscape alone provides sufficient backdrop to a perfect wine-tasting experience but is not the only temptation to consider. Providing the wineries substantial additional services to compliment the experience, many gourmet restaurants and luxury resorts have opened in the area. A great day of wine tasting can be followed by a gourmet dinner and then a luxurious massage or spa. In the Temecula Valley Wine Country all of your desires can be extolled.