April Winery Events
Spring has sprung and our local wineries are throwing plenty of fun April events to celebrate! So stop by your favorite winery to taste some great newly released wine, listen to music, learn a new craft and socialize with your fellow wine enthusiasts.
Avensole Winery
Hosted Tour & Wine Tasting /Available on Sunday of each the month / 2pm-3:30pm / For every adventure, there is discovery, for every unique place, there is a story. Take a guided journey through our lush vineyards and experience our rich heritage and handcrafted Avensole wines / Cost. $35 / Reservations required. Please call 951.252.2003 x305 to reserve.
Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting / Available on Friday of each month / 2pm-4pm / For the ultimate Wine Country experience, delight in an educational tour through our vineyards. Avensole Winery boasts some of the oldest vineyards in Temecula Valley, combined with the newest amenities, and has become the destination for wine lovers. Conclude this tour with a culinary treat pairing 7 Avensole wines with local gourmet Mangia Cheese, guided by our wine experts / Cost: $75 / Reservations required. Please call 951-252-2003 x305 to make a reservation.
Live Music in the Restaurant and Marketplace Friday and Saturday from 6p-9p / Guests of Avensole’s Restaurant are in for a culinary treat. Avensole offers a charming place to savor eclectic foods and delicious wines in a lively atmosphere. The vibrant indoor and outdoor setting creates a perfect venue to gather and relax with your friends and family while you sip you favorite Avensole wines and enjoy the wide array of craft beers and cocktails offered / All free and open to the public. Please feel free to call our Concierge 951.252.2003 x301 and reserve table for dinner or join our bartenders for drink at our bar / For a list of entertainment schedule please log on to www.avensolewinery.com
Live Music on the Tasting Room patio Saturday & Sunday from 1p-4p / Enjoy live music at the Tasting Room patio with views over the vineyards. Gourmet Mangia cheeses are available for purchase to complement Avensole wines, and cheese and charcuterie platters are available to order from the Restaurant / All free and open to the public. Open seating at the Tasting Room patio.
Baily Winery
Dog Day Sundays / Special Doggie Easter Egg hunt on April 16th / Every Sunday at Carol’s Restaurant / 11:30a-2:30p / Bring your well-mannered pooch to lunch, doggie treats and special menu items / Live acoustic music on the patio / For more information please contact the restaurant at 951.676.9243
Bel Vino Winery
Friday Night Live at Bel Vino / Every Friday 6p-10p / Free admission / Wine, Beer and specialty cocktails in the Barrel Room / Happy Hour from 6pm-7pm; select Bel Vino Bistro menu offered from 6p to 8:30pm / No outside food or drinks allowed.
Live Band every Saturday and Sunday / 12pm to 4pm /Admission is always free / Bands play on our Hilltop Terrace Stage. For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.belvinowinery.com
Callaway Vineyard & Winery
Prix Fixe Friday at Meritage and Live Music / 5pm to 8pm / For $35 guests may enjoy a starter, an entrée and a dessert / Reservation is not necessary. For menu information call 951.587.8889
Brunch Specials every Sunday at Meritage / 11am / Cost is $25 / Includes a mimosa with fresh squeezed orange juice, entrée and dessert.
*All food from Meritage is farm-to-table, either grown on property in restaurant garden or locally outsourced.
Callaway Winery Tours offered daily / 11am and 1pm / Tour only, $10 per person. Tour with tasting, $25 – tour includes 1 tank sample, 1 barrel sample and 4 additional tastes at the Tasting Bar / Reservations not necessary. For more information call 951.676.4001
Live Music at the Courtyard Patio / Every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm / Please check our website for a list of scheduled performers.
Carter Estate Winery and Resort
Elegant Food & Wine Pairing / $40pp / Available Mid-week 1pm and 3pm; Weekends 1pm and 3pm / Reserve your place for an indulgent wine and food pairing designed to tantalize the senses. Guests enjoy five specially-selected Carter Estate Winery wines paired perfectly with a variety of cured meats, artisan cheeses and accompanied with season accoutrements. Each pairing last approximately 90 minutes and is limited to just eight participants to allow for one-on-one interaction / For reservations call today: 844.851.2138
Cougar Vineyard & Winery
Friday Night Live Music / 5pm-8pm / Happy Hour 7-8p two-for-one glasses of wine / Free to the public
Sunday Live Music / 2:00-5:00pm / Free to the public / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.cougarwinery.com.
Danza del Sol Winery
Live Music on the Patio at Danza del Sol / Every Saturday from 1pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Please check our website www.danzadelsolwinery.com for additional information.
Europa Village
Easter Sunday Lunch / April 16 / 12pm – 3pm / Three-course lunch with egg hunt / Live music, face painting, jolly jump & Easter Bunny / $45 for adults, $17 Children under 10 / For reservations and information please visit www.europavillage.com
Andalusia Region Professional Cooking Class / April 17 / 12:00pm and 2:00pm / A three-course wine-paired gourmet lunch with our Executive Chef Dean Thomas in our Italian Wine Cave / $58 plus tax / For reservations please visit www.europavillage.com
Live Music every Sunday / 1:00-4:00pm / Free to the public / Live entertainment on our outdoor Veranda / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.europavillage.com
Falkner Winery
Wine Appreciation Class / April 15 / 10am – 12:30pm / Designated for all levels of wine knowledge / Cost: $45 pp.; $40 Connoisseur; $20 VIP; $70/person with lunch option / RSVP’s required 951-676-8231 x. 109 or wineclub@falknerwinery.com
Easter Champagne Brunch in the Pinnacle Restaurant / April 16 / 10:00-3:30pm / Reservations required 951-676-8231 option 4 / $54.95+/person (Wine Club $49.95+/person) Children (3-10) $24.00+/child (Wine Club $19.00+/child) / For full menu please visit www.falknerwinery.com / Entertainment provided by Carlos Naranjo
Sip N Paint Class “Girls Day Out” / April 27 / 6 pm – 8 pm / $35 per person / Includes all materials. Wine available for purchase by glass or bottle. Members receive applicable discounts / Reservations are required online @ Artfusionbdk.myshopify.com
FUNday SUNday in the Yard Garden / Every Sunday from 12pm-3pm / Lawn Game competition “Cornhole” (starting at 1pm) Giant Jenga, Wine Pong, and other limited lawn games available / BBQ to order, Sangria, Signature Drink, Beer available for purchase
Fazeli Cellars
Legacy at Fazeli Cellars / Every Friday evening of each month / 6p-10p / 3 course dinner for 2 with a bottle of wine and live entertainment / Cost: $99.99 Non-member couple, $79.99 Member / For reservations and information please visit www.fazelicellars.com
Live Music at our Tasting Room / Every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Check our website www.fazelicellars.com/events for a schedule of performers.
Longshadow Ranch Winery
Bonfire Saturday Nights / Starts April 15 / 6p-10pm every Saturday through October. Families are welcome and admission is free. No outside beverages or coolers allowed.
Legends of the Wild West Dinner Theater & Variety Show / April 28 / 7pm- 9:30pm (Doors open at 6pm) / An amazing hand written organic Western themed comedy production featuring the finest dancers, vocalists & actors available. We are so proud to have Broadway veterans from Tony award winning productions in this show. Family friendly as always but a great date night as well. / Buffet style supper includes Western spaghetti in ample portions with ranch style meatballs, steamed mixed veggies and garlic bread, Dessert to follow. *Vegetarian option available. Please specify in reservation notes. Wine, beer, soda and bottled water available. Coffee available with dessert / VIP tickets $35**; Gen. Adm. $25** / **A two drink minimum is required and not included in ticket price. VIP ticket includes – priority service and seating. Front of the line for meet-and-greet/photos with performers on stage / This will be an outdoor event so dress accordingly. Inclement weather will result in rescheduling. online casino Malaysia No refunds on ticket purchases / For tickets and reservations, please log on to: https://squareup.com/store/longshadow-ranch-winery
Lorimar Vineyards & Winery
Springtime Fun in the Vineyard / April 9 / 4pm -6pm / Free admission / We are celebrating the start of a new season in the vines! All ages welcome, Pancake Dinner, Wine Cocktails and Pairings Food Truck will have a special menu / Visit www.lorimarwinery.com for details and to RSVP
Laugh Your Glass Off Comedy Show / April 27 / 6pm-9pm / General Admission $20, Wine Club $18 / Space is limited. Tickets available www.lorimarwinery.com.
Live Music Friday & Saturday / 6p-9p / Free to the public
Live Music Sunday / 2p-5pm / Free to the public
Please check our website www.lorimarwinery.com for a list of scheduled of performers.
Masia de la Vinya Winery
Live Music on the Patio at Masia de la Vinya / Every Saturday from 12pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Please check our website www.masiadelavinya.com for additional information and a list of scheduled performers.
Maurice Car’rie Winery
Saturday Live Music / April 8 & 9 / 6p – 9p / Various local artist performances. Admission is free for this concert / For a schedule of performers, please visit www.mauricecarriewinery.com
30th Annual “Run Through the Vineyard” / April 29 / Registration 6-7am, Race times: (5K-7:30) (10K- 7:45) (2K 8am) This event is a fund raiser sponsored by the Temecula Rotary. Contact Frank Appice, Race Chairman 949-632-5667 The race is located at the Maurice Carrie Winery, 34225 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92592
Miramonte Winery
Live Music & Entertainment / Every Friday and Saturday / 7p-10p / Free to the public / No reservations required / /For a list of scheduled performers, please visit www.miramontewinery.com
Monte De Oro Winery
The Latin Corner / April 1 / 7pm-10pm / Featuring Ruben V and the Latin Sounds. Join us for live music and dancing. Food and wine will be available for purchase / $20 pp. includes one glass of wine / For more information please visit www.montedeoro.com
Blind Cab Tasting / April 8 / 6pm-8pm / Join us for our Cabernet Sauvignon Blind Tasting event, featuring at least 10 wines poured, epicurean appetizer, cheese and dessert Pairings! / Cost is $50-60 reservations online. Please visit www.montedeoro.com
Home-style Dinner / April 13 / 6pm-7pm / Come dine with family & friends, and make new ones! Dinner and dessert, served family-style, with a glass of wine included / Cost: $32-38 reservations made online. Please visit www.montedeoro.com
Epicurean Lunch / April 23 / 1pm-3:00pm / Culinary creations paired with 7 award winning wines, in an intimate setting. Enjoy 3 additional wines in our tasting room after lunch / Cost: $42-50 Reservations made online. Please visit www.montedeoro.com
Mount Palomar Winery
Paint Nite / April 7 / 1:00p – 3:00p / Raise your glass to a NEW kind of night out! Paint Nite® invites you to create art over a glass of wine at a Mount Palomar Winery, guided by a professional artist and party host. Grab your friends and spend two hours drinking, laughing, and flexing your creative muscles. There’s no experience necessary and we’ll provide all the supplies, so you don’t have to worry about a thing (except having a great time!) / Tickets $45 at https://www.paintnite.com/venues/mt-palomar-winery_133232
Wine Country Wiener Fest / April 9 / 11:00a – 4:00p / The Temecula Valley Dachshund Club proudly presents the 8th Annual Wine Country Wiener Fest! Enjoy family friendly games, raffles & door prizes, and the annual “Dexter’s Derby” Dachshund races while supporting local Dachshund rescues. Spaces are still available for local vendors and the Dachshund races, be sure to sign up before they sell out! Admission is free, more information at http://www.wienerfest.info/
Tequila Tastings / Saturdays and Sundays through the month of February / 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM / Mount Palomar Winery is hosting Temecula’s only tequila tastings on our beautiful outdoor patio! Enjoy samples of top shelf Asombroso tequilas, made from 100% blue agave. You’ll enjoy 5 samples of fine tequila, including San Francisco World Spirits Competition double gold award winners and a bonus margarita sample / Prices and availability subject to change, more at http://www.mountpalomarwinery.com/Annata-Bistro/Bar/Tequila-Tastings / Tickets: $25 at the door
Ponte Winery
Intimate Evening in the Vines, benefiting Rancho Damacitas Children & Family Services / April 27 / This unique progressive dinner and entertainment event commences at Pechanga Resort and Casino, where guests are taken via VIP transportation to Ponte Winery for wine, gourmet hors d’oeuvres and live music in the Barrel Room. Next, guests will enjoy a farm fresh dinner, wine and live music at Peltzer Winery. The evening will conclude at Pechanga Resort and Casino for dessert and a private comedy show / Cost is $200 per guest / For tickets and information please log on to http://4kidsfirst.org/an-intimate-evening/
Live Music in The Restaurant at Ponte / Every Friday and Saturday night / 5:30pm-8:00pm / Enjoy live music while dining at The Restaurant at Ponte Winery / Free to attend / Visit www.pontewinery.com for a list of scheduled performers
Live Music in The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn / Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday / Head to Temecula Wine Country’s only cocktail bar open late every day, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn. The Cellar offers live music every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night! Sip to the sounds of a variety of musicians, from jazz sax and alternative contemporary to rock blues! / Time and Entertainment schedule varies / Free to attend / Visit www.pontevineyardinn.com for an entertainment schedule.
Happy Hour in The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn / Every Monday-Thursday / 4pm-7pm / Free to attend / Head to Temecula Wine Country’s only cocktail bar, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn, for happy hour specials on craft beer, flatbreads, Ponte wine on tap and more! Menu items $6 and up.
Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant / Every Saturday & Sunday / 7:30am-3:00pm / Offering indoor & outdoor seating options, Bouquet is the perfect spot to gather for a gourmet brunch. Enjoy a relaxing ambiance with stunning fountain courtyard, pond & vineyards views / To view menu and for reservations please visit www.pontevineyardinn.com.
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Golden Bear Wine Tour / Saturday and Sunday / 11am-12:30pm, 2pm-3:30pm / This Tour will highlight why South Coast Winery has been awarded California Winery of the Year for the 4th year. You will be able to experience 8 of our award-winning wines paired with Chef Choice individual plates of California cuisine. You will also receive a logo wine glass to take home to remember your experience with us while you enhance your wine knowledge. Golden Bear Tours are offered Saturday and Sunday at 11 am and 2pm. Space is limited, advance reservations are required. Must be over 21 years of age to attend. This is a 75-minute walking tour followed a 45-minute food and wine pairing / Cost: $60 per person, $55 Wine Club / Call 866-994-6379 Ext. 7217 to reserve your spot today. Due to the limited sizes of each tour, advance reservations are required with prepayment and are non-refundable. Must be over 21 years of age to attend.
Behind the Scenes Wine Tours / Tours are held daily at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3PM, Monday through Sunday/ $40pp; $35pp Wine Club Member / Learn more about our spectacular Southern California Temecula winery with a behind-the-scenes wine tour, from vineyards to crush pad. Each tour concludes with 5 wines paired with an individual plate of specially prepared lite-bite foods, designed to enhance your wine knowledge and experience / Reservation Information: Call 866-994-6379 Ext. 7217 to reserve your spot today / Due to the limited sizes of each tour, advance reservations are required with prepayment, and are non-refundable. Guests must be over 21 years of age to attend.
Sunday’s Live Musical Entertainment in Vintner’s Garden / 1pm-5pm /Join us for live music entertainment in our Vintner’s Garden / For a schedule of entertainment please visit www.southcoastwinery.com
Happy Hour at the Vineyard Rose Restaurant/ Monday – Friday / 3:30pm – 5:30pm /Join us in our Vineyard Rose Restaurant lounge for appetizers, lite bites & pizzas / Reservation Information: Reservations Recommended. 951.587.9463 ext. 7230
Thornton Winery
Friday Night Live Music / Every Friday night in April / 6pm-9pm / Cost: $10.00 per person for general admission “Concert Style Seating” / Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.thorntonwine.com or in person at the winery! / Please visit our website for a schedule of performers.
Vindemia Vineyard & Winery
Earth Day Vineyard Tour at Vindemia Vineyard and Winery / April 22 / 11:30 & 1:30
No reservation needed / Join our Vineyard expert for a stroll through our vineyard to learn more about our sustainable farming practices, including natural ground cover, pesticide-free pest control, water conservation, and much more. Following the tour, visitors are invited to enjoy a wine tasting on our outdoor Terrace. We will be offering a special Earth Day discount on select bottle purchases.
Complimentary vineyard tour. $20 for wine tasting.
Wiens Family Cellars
Yoga Flow in the Vineyards / April 20 / 10am -12pm / Enjoy 45 minutes of a beautiful yoga flow, an intense thought provoking workshop designed to teach specific ways to truly reduce stress and focus on physical and mental alignment, flowed by a delicious wine tasting. Open to anyone ages 21+ whether you have done yoga or not / Cost is $39 / Purchase tickets: www.mindbodycomplete.com
Kindred Spirits for EQUU8 Annual Gala / April 22 / 5pm -10pm / Dress in your cocktail best and enjoy an evening of entertainment by The Shift, auction, presentation, full course dinner, and amazing wine. 100% of proceeds from the event will go to support EQUU8’s sustainability for 2017 and beyond / Cost is $75 before April 1st $100 after April 1st / Purchase tickets at www.equu8.org
Wilson Creek Winery
Easter Brunch Sunday / April 16th / 10am – 3pm / Enjoy live entertainment, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and our annual Petting Zoo! / Buffet + unlimited Sparkling Wine $64.95 / Buffet Only $58.95
Children $14.95
Bubble Brunch Buffet / Every Sunday / Enjoy all your breakfast favorites, omelet stations, waffle stations, seafood stations, carving stations and dessert stations with beautiful vineyard views / Buffet (+ unlimited sparkling): $46.95, Buffet only: $36.95, Children: $14.95 / Reservations can be made at www.wilsoncreekwinery.com.
Live Entertainment / Every Saturday and Sunday / 12pm – 4pm / Free to the public / For a list of scheduled performers, please visit www.wilsoncreekwinery.com.
