Your Guide to California Wine Month in Temecula Valley Wine Country
California Wine Month in Temecula Valley Wine Country offers the perfect blend of harvest tradition, artistic inspiration, and culinary excellence to showcase the best of Southern California’s wine country.
From watching artists paint among the vines to stomping grapes with fellow wine lovers, from intimate vineyard dinners to food-focused festivals celebrating California’s winemaking heritage, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate Temecula’s winemaking legacy this month!
September 2025 at a Glance
Early September (1st week) – Art in the Vines plein-air painting
September 12 – Wilson Creek’s Vine to Bottle Experience
September 13 – Grape Stomping at Callaway & South Coast Wineries
September 14 – Europa Village Wine & Food Festival + Danza del Sol Seafood Boil
September 20 – More grape stomping + Raul Ramirez 17th Anniversary
September 24-25 – Robert Renzoni’s Harvest Festa
September 27 – CRUSH 2025
September 28 – Final grape stomp at Ponte Winery
The Crown Jewel of California Wine Month: CRUSH 2025
When: September 27th | Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Where: Monte De Oro Winery
The valley’s most anticipated event, CRUSH, brings together over 30 local wineries for one unforgettable evening. As golden hour light bathes the vineyard in warm hues, you’ll taste exceptional wines, sample cuisine from dozens of local culinary artists, and dance to live music with breathtaking vineyard views.
Pro tip: Get your tickets early, CRUSH sells out every year!
Art Meets Wine: Art in the Vines
Art in the Vines transforms Temecula’s vineyards into an open-air gallery during the first week of September. Nearly two dozen talented artists set up their easels directly among the grapevines, capturing the valley’s beauty in real-time brushstrokes. The full schedule of artists and locations can be found HERE.
See the finished masterpieces at Lorimar Vineyards & Winery from the second week through month’s end, where visitors can vote for their favorite piece. Who knows? You might discover your next favorite local artist.
Get Your Feet Purple: Grape Stomp Adventures
Nothing captures the playful spirit of harvest season quite like grape stomping! Compete for prizes, dance to live music, indulge in seasonal culinary creations, or simply relax with a glass of classic Temecula wine as you watch the purple-stained fun unfold.
Your September Stomp Schedule:
- Callaway Winery – Saturday, September 13th
- South Coast Winery Resort & Spa – Saturday, September 13th
- Bella Vista Winery – Saturday, September 20th
- Ultimate Vineyards at Maurice Car’rie – Saturday, September 20th
- Ponte Winery – Sunday, September 28th
What to bring: Clothes you don’t mind getting stained, a sense of humor, and your competitive spirit!
Harvest Experiences Worth Savoring
Wilson Creek’s Vine to Table Tour and Dinner
September 12th | Wilson Creek Winery
Your adventure begins with a scenic tractor ride to beautiful Merlot Mesa, where Vineyard Manager Greg Pennyroyal will lead a hands-on grape picking lesson, and then be captivated by a falcon demonstration showcasing Wilson Creek’s birds in action. Savor a chef-prepared dinner grilled to perfection right on Merlot Mesa with a hosted bar throughout the evening.
The experience concludes in the production area with exclusive barrel tastings and an intimate look into the winemaking process. Each guest takes home a bottle of Block 9 Cabernet Sauvignon, your souvenir of an unforgettable night.
Europa Village’s Great Taste of Europa
September 14th | Europa Village
Over 50 exceptional wines spanning from Italian varietals to Portuguese pours, plus a dedicated beer and spirits garden featuring craft selections. Award-winning chefs present gourmet bites that perfectly complement each pour. Your ticket helps benefit Mission Hope, empowering local culinary students and assisting families in need. It’s good wine for a great cause.
Danza del Sol’s Seafood Boil
September 14th | Danza del Sol Winery
The 3rd Annual Seafood Boil brings ocean-fresh flavors to wine country. Picture steaming platters of fresh seafood paired with Temecula’s finest wines, plus exciting raffle prizes!
The 17th Annual Harvest Party at Raul Ramirez Winery
September 20th | Raul Ramierez Winery
Experience the elegance of an Andalusian Horse Performance, live music, and a specially catered dinner celebrating 17 years of winemaking excellence. Traditional harvest activities include exclusive barrel tasting and fermentation showcases. Perfect for wine enthusiasts eager for a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking.
Robert Renzoni’s Harvest Festa
September 24th & 25th | Robert Renzoni Vineyards
This intimate celebration invites you into the heart of the winemaking facility for exclusive barrel and tank tastings. Meet Owner Robert Renzoni, Winemaker Olivia Blue, and the passionate cellar team who craft each bottle with care. Enjoy a delicious dinner plus two glasses of wine or beer. Proceeds benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Get even MORE out of California Wine Month
Save throughout the month: Sign up for a Temecula Valley Wines SIP Passport for mid-week discounts at 30+ participating wineries.
Stay updated: Check out our events calendar for up-to-date information at all of our Temecula wineries.
