Wine Bars

Wine Tasting in Temecula
Discover Great Wine Bars About Town

Wine tasting in Temecula is a common pastime – whether during the exploration of the many spectacular wineries and vineyards found in the Temecula Valley region or simply stopping by an nice wine bar in town.

Temecula is fast becoming Southern California’s premiere wine region – and for good reason! The Temecula blends are truly exquisite, creating the perfect accompaniment to any meal, adding that special touch to a night out with friends and enhancing celebrations of any kind.

Best of all – haven’t you heard the latest research? It’s becoming clearer and clearer that wine is good for the heart when consumed in moderation. So what are you waiting for? Uncork the bounty of Temecula and drink up!

Understandably, given the location, Temecula has an extensive selection of fab wine bars, one to suit any taste – whether casually relaxed or elegantly refined, here we list just a few of our favorites – and don’t forget, when you find the one that resonates with you, your new favorite spot for wine, martinis and socializing, make sure you let them know that best-temecula-guide.com sent you!

Allie’s Tapas au Vin

41653 Margarita Road
Ph: 951-695-8620

Temecula wine bars, like Allie’s Tapas au Vin naturally include an extensive list of lush reds, elegant whites, rosés and sparkling selections that will usually offer everything from French blends to owner specialties and, of course, Temecula Valley favorites – like Keyways’ Rose of Syrah, “First Crush”, Stuart Cellars’ Long Valley Red (2005) and Meritage – “Tatria” (2002), and Wilson Creek Almond Champagne.

Allie’s is a well rounded establishment with a delicious menu filled with tempting proposals like chicken breast and basil pesto, tender BBQ pork ribs and delectable crab stuffed artichokes – and the knowledgeable staff is always available to suggest the right wine with which to complement your selection.

By the way, Temecula’s restaurant selection is as inspiring as the local wine selection! If you’d like to know more about the other types of cuisine that’s out there,  including Winery Restaurants, check this list of the best restaurants in Temecula.

Special events held at Allie’s include Sunday Movie and Martini Night, beginning at 5:30pm, where patrons can enjoy a great classic movie (like “Citizen Kane” and “All About Eve”) while sipping on a great martini. Martini?!? Yes, though it’s hard to tear yourself away from all the fantastic wines to be tried and tested, you shouldn’t let yourself miss out on the $2 discount on Allie’s signature Fruitinis and all martinis.

For the rest of the week, you can always slip into the lounge for Happy Hour (everyday from 3pm to 6pm) to enjoy great conversation, friendly faces and $2 off drink specials. Come in on Fridays and Saturdays for a late night Happy Hour that keeps you going from 9pm to 11pm.

Temecula Valley Wine Company

29073 Overland Drive, #A
Ph: 951-308-1150

At the Temecula Valley Wine Company – live jazz and rock beats accompany fun-filled wine events throughout the week. You never know when the sultry sounds of a saxophonist or classic rock guitarists will provide the entertainment for an evening of wine and good company.

Join the festivities on Wednesday and Thursday nights (7 to 9pm) and Friday nights (8 to 10pm).

However, if you are a Wine Club member, Saturday night is probably the best night for you to come out as you can take advantage of 20% savings on wines by the glass and accessories from 8pm until closing. Any other time – enjoy 5% to 10% discounts on everything in the store, wine classes and special theme tastings (like worldwide wines and bubbly champagne) as part of your exclusive member privileges.

Stellar Cellar Wine Bar

28636 Old Town Front Street, Suite 102
Ph: 951-676-2722

At Stellar Cellar Wine Bar, not only do you get a chance to sample phenomenal wine selections, but also to enjoy live music with no cover charge on Friday and Saturday nights.

Special wine tasting get-togethers are held on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm – like the Pinot Noir Event, which advertises “six wines semi-blind” for only $20. When you stop by, don’t pass up the chance to inquire about their cheese and chocolate platters while wine tasting in Temecula.

Stellar Cellar also maintains three different wine clubs – Red Wines Only ($48), Variety Select Wine ($45) and Collector’s Wine Club ($98) with member benefits that include a 10% discount on reorders of featured club wines during promotions and a 15% discount on mixed 12-bottle cases of club promotion wines.

Surely, wine tasting in Temecula never ends with just one trip!

Hemingway’s Wine and Cigar Bar

34567 Rancho California Road
Ph: 951-699-6961

To explore wine tasting in Temecula with a twist – consider the literary-inspired Hemingway’s Wine and Cigar Bar, located at La Cereza Vineyard & Winery. Here you will uncover a wonderful land of wine and handcrafted tobacco delights tucked away in the thick of wine country.

This is truly a haven for cigar aficionados to savor the seductive swirl of smoky enchantment with a nice glass of red in hand.

This particular wine bar is open on the weekends (10am – 5pm) when the weather permits, so I suggest you give a quick call before heading out.

The Temecula House of Wine

28522 Old Town Front Street
Ph: 951-264-8664

The Temecula House of Wine is found on the first floor of the historic Palomar Inn Hotel in Old Town Temecula, a great place to visit when you come to explore Temecula and it’s bounty of wine and tradition.

D’Canters Wine Bar and Grill

32100 Clinton Keith Road, Suite A, Wildomar
Ph: 951-678-2828

Tucked at the north end of the Temecula Valley, D’Canters Wine Bar and Grill offers an assortment of wines by the glass – including Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet, Zinfandel and Pinot Grigio.

This relatively new establishment offers romantic tasting samplers for two: a D’Vine Cheese Plate – made up of assorted cheeses, fruits, fig marmalade and crackers – and Trio D’Crostini – a fantabulous plate of basil and rosemary infused goat cheese, delicious sliced fennel sausage and olive tapenade. A private dining room on the premises also provides the perfect setting for intimate wine tasting dinners.

Wine tasting in Temecula is such a joy to explore because the variety and creativity is ever-expanding and there is always a new concept blending typical and not-so-common ingredients together to create local standouts.

And here’s a little secret – for the best possible experience refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while wine tasting in Temecula. Overpowering scents can actually affect your ability to taste and truly experience the wine.

To learn more about the wineries scattered about the Temecula region – spend a bit of time exploring best-temecula-guide.com for more details and subscribe to our free informative newsletter, ‘Tales of Temecula, for helpful reminders about local events and attractions.