Temecula
When you think of California wine country, Napa Valley and Sonoma likely come to mind. But did you know there’s a booming wine industry right here in Southern California?
Hi, I’m Veronica Hill of California Travel Tips here in beautiful Temecula California. Let’s learn a little bit more about Temecula wine.
After years of growing pains, Temecula wineries have now come into their own with sophisticated wines, a hip clientele and growing number of elegant tasting rooms.
It’s no wonder that Temecula has become a hot spot for destination weddings, girlfriends getaways and romantic escapes.
Roughly 60 miles between San Diego and Orange County, Temecula Valley’s unique microclimate and cool ocean breezes make it a great place to grow wine grapes. And if you’re here for wine tasting, you’ll find almost all of the Temecula wineries along Rancho California Road and De Portola Road, just a few minutes off the busy I-15 freeway.
How many wineries are in Temecula? There are roughly 20 wineries, but by far the most well known is Thornton Winery, a rambling French Mediterranean style estate known for its sparkling wines.
Winemaker Don Reha took me on a tour through the wine caves, where he crafts Thornton’s sparkling wine in the Methode Champenois style.
We followed our tour with a light lunch and wine pairing at Cafe Champagne, where we enjoyed an elegant cheese platter and Kobe burger paired with some of Don’s specialty wines.
Our day in the Temecula Vineyards took us past some of the appelation’s most elegant wineries, from Wilson Creek Winery, known for its sparkling almond champagne, to South Coast Winery Resort, a 38-acre luxury property with its own spa and private villas. In the tasting room, I learned that South Coast Winery won the Golden Bear award for Winery of the Year at the 2008 California State Fair.
Next up was the romantic Briar Rose Winery, located inside a storybook Snow White Cottage that was actually built by a Disneyland artisan. Briar Rose Winery is home to one of the oldest Mission olive trees in the state.
I met with owners Dorian and Les Linkogle, who explained that their boutique hand-crafted wines have reached cult status, being served everywhere from the Playboy Mansion to the White House.
I especially enjoyed their light Citronier, made with a hint of lemon, and their rich, supple 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon. This upscale boutique winery is open by reservation only.
After touring the beautiful grounds, Les showed off his barrel room — a definite man space decked out with some of his son Larry’s famous motocross bikes.
Here, I was among the first to try his trademarked Wine Lager, a fresh, fruit and bubbling beverage that was simply amazing.
Next, we traveled to Keyways Winery, the only woman-owned winery in Temecula. And this early California-style tasting room definitely has a woman’s touch, from the cozy couches and fireplace to the elegant dining room.
If you’re in the mood to picnic, Keyways sells a variety of meats, cheeses and wines that you can enjoy outside, sometimes with a live band to entertain you.
I caught up with owner Terri Pebley for a private tour and tasting of her award-winning wines.
We ended our day in Temecula with a stop at Ponte Winery, a country-style tasting room known for its cool Smokehouse restaurant and a really fun crowd. After enjoying a barbecue in the vineyards, I couldn’t resist taking part in their annual Grape Stomp, reliving that famous “I Love Lucy Episode.”
Owner Claudio Ponte gave me a few tips before I got to stomping, and the heat began.
I didn’t win, but I came in second, which isn’t too bad.
After that workout, it was time to wind down — and a sunset tractor ride through the vineyards was just the ticket.
I promise if you visit Temecula Wine Country, you’re going to have a great time. And if you visit during the fall crush — maybe you can stomp a few grapes yourself!
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Hot Air Balloon Above the Wine Country
See the wine country on a hot air balloon ride.
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[NEW] TWILIGHT SOUNDTRACK IRON & WINE:FLIGHTLESS BIRD, AMERICAN MOUTH
Here is the full song from the offical Twilight soundtrack! I do own this album! PLEASE DONT DELETE MY ACCOUNT NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED! ENJOY! PEACE.LOVE.TWILIGHT
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what is the meaning of the song flightless bird american mouth by iron& wine?
u know how people always say that when your a child everything is new and great until life and reality finds you
well this is what it means
a boy who loved life but then he got older and things happened like betrayal and anger and jelousy
and he wants to find happiness again like he was when he was little
am i going to hell for this one? proof that jesus was a……?
…Jewish:
1. He went into his father's business.
2. He lived at home until the age of 33.
3. He was sure his mother was a virgin, and his mother was sure he was God.
…Irish:
1. He never got married.
2. He never held a steady job.
3. His last request was a drink.
…Puerto Rican:
1. His first name was Jesus.
2. He was always in trouble with the law.
3. His mother did not know who his father was.
…Italian:
1. He talked with his hands.
2. He had wine with every meal.
3. He used olive oil.
…Black:
1. He called everybody brother.
2. He liked Gospel.
3. He couldn't get a fair trial.
…Californian:
1. He never cut his hair.
2. He walked around barefoot all the time.
3. He started a new religion.
But the most compelling evidence of all - proof that Jesus was a WOMAN:
1. He had to feed a crowd at a moment's notice when there was no food.
2 . He kept trying to get a message across to a bunch of men who just didn't get it.
3. Even when h
3. Even when he was dead, He had to get up because there was more work for him to do.
OH MY!i jst realized i posted it in r&s!!
WASNT SUPPOSED TO………ooops!!!
spiritualdarrens- ur r gonna get it!!
he told u himself huh?!?!!?
WoW!
kashifit- UR SCARING ME!!im sorry alrite>?? real sorry!?!
loved this=] no need to pray for your soul- Jesus knows who created you-someone with intelligent design
Why does everyone like California wines?
I'm just kind of curious why everyone seems to like California wines, most everyone I have had has been detestable… so is it that I'm missing a particularly good vineyard or do all CA wines taste very acidic? I'm open to varietals and vineyards to try… it would make finding wines a bit easier since even here in VA one of the top wine producing states most stores only stock CA wines.
I'm just kind of curious why everyone seems to like California wines, most everyone I have had has been detestable… so is it that I'm missing a particularly good vineyard or do all CA wines taste very acidic? I'm open to varietals and vineyards to try… it would make finding wines a bit easier since even here in VA one of the top wine producing states most stores only stock CA wines.
Added:
For those who haven't heard of Virginia wines, here's a couple of my favorite vineyards, Williamsburg Winery (they've won some awards) and Wynham Winery. Check out this site too http://www.virginiawines.org/
Yuck. Cant think of a any good Californian wines. Cant beat french, australian and chilean
What do Europeans think of the American aversion against using wine for the Eucharist?
Is it a little bit like serving grape Kool-Aid for communion? Or is it perfectly acceptable? Or would Kool-Aid be perfectly acceptable?
The churches that believe in the True Presence, Catholic and Lutheran, do use wine. However, in most of the protestant denominations that deny true presence and feel it is only symbolic, they are the ones who use grape juice. They feel that since it is only a symbol, then it doesn’t really matter.
But, for those of us that do truely celebrate the Eucharistic Feast, it is, and will always be, wine.
Wine Ratings. Wine Enthusiast & Wine Spectator- Episode #149
Wine Ratings mean so much or do they? Today Gary Vaynerchuk tries to settle the score on 4 wines from California that Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast couldn’t agree on. Scores range from 67 to 95 on this episode so sit back and grab a nice Cabernet where we land on these.
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April Wine - ILike To Rock
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Twilight Soundtrack - Iron & Wine - Flightless Bird, American Mouth
http://www.twilightthemovie.com/
»» LYRICS HERE ««
Life was like a moonless night
Shrouded in the stars
Beauty can be such a fright
But now youre in my arms
(Chorus)
You are my life now
Cant you see
Id cross oceans
Id swim seas
To be with you
Thats enough for me
Your face is like a poison
Intoxicating me
How can we live forever
When our love can never be
(Chorus)
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