Wine tasting is much more than a hobby for some people. Dedicated wine tasters know all the secrets. There are so many varieties, flavors, and locations that can make wine tasting a different experience each and every day. One of the best places and times to enjoy wine is in the fall and winter though is in Temecula Wine Country. Many wine lovers from Alberta will travel to Temecula, San Diego and other coastal locations with wineries because they offer wonderful wines, good weather and great scenery.
Ideal Weather Conditions
Many wineries of the southwest continue to grow plump grapes, even during the winter. It actually helps the growing process because the area is a prime spot, not too hot or too cold. The sea breezes from the coast, the rich soil, and distinctive vines come together to create unique and delicious depths of flavor in many varieties of wines. This amazing weather also is great for year round wine tastings and tours for those who enjoy traveling throughout the year.
Impressive Regional Mixtures
Describing the taste of a wine is like telling someone about a painting that they’ve never seen. There are reds and whites that can wake up anyone’s taste buds, and they all have a distinctive fragrant currant, spicy, or woody base note to enlighten the senses. These flavors are enhanced through the fermentation process after fall harvest and are what make wine and the area wonderful to visit throughout the autumn season.
While visiting Temecula or any of the other west coast winery regions, try a sparkling wine like the fruity Cabernet Franc or a bottle of Tatria Meritage that features 3 different flavors in one- A Sangiovese encompasses nature’s goodness with smooth notes of vanilla, cedar, and plum. Another 3-in-one wine it the Tre Fratelli which combines Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot for a musky yet smooth flavor.
Beautiful Venues
Many of the wineries in the area, from Orange County to Riverside County are family owned. They continue to produce a great bottle of wine, and even after several decades that process hasn’t changed. Here are just a few vineyards in Southern California that many avid wine tasters swear by.
- Bel Vino Winery in Temecula will go out of their way to make your wine tasting spectacular. Whether it’s a winter wedding or an afternoon tour, you will feel right at home in the lush grounds.
- Hart Winery is proud to be listed as one of the top 100 most influential winemakers. Expect a classy atmosphere, great food, and of course exceptional wines.
- Lorimar Vineyards and Winery offers many tasting opportunities depending on what kind of guided tour you choose. The maritime air blends well with the clay soil and different wines are meticulously cared for and served old world Tuscan style.
Visiting Wine Country in Warmer Climes
The scenery and wines of the warmer climes are the types that wine lovers across the globe dream of. As fall harvest and winter chills quickly fall upon us, why not visit the warmer climates and great wines of Southern California wine country?
