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THINGS
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Thornton
Winery Temecula, California
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With all the charm and
ambiance of an authentic French château, the winery
overlooks the vineyards of Temecula Valley. Established
in 1988, the winery uses the Methode Champenoise process
for producing its award-winning quality wines and sparkling
champagnes.
You also choose a flight with a fixed set of wines
rather than randomly picking them from a list. Each
wine comes with its own glass and all four are delivered
at once, with the order to drink them indicated.
Those who live in the surrounding areas are familiar
with the winery not only for the libations but also
for its reputation as an entertainment and fine dining
venue.
The four-star award-winning gourmet Café Champagne
is a must for all quests, having won the California
Restaurant Writers Association, "Four Stars for
Cuisine" and "Four Stars for the Wine List,"
for eleven years in a row, with its unique cuisine of
contemporary fusion. |
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Temecula Wine Country |
From
April through October, Thornton Winery hosts an amazing
array of jazz artists known as the Champagne Jazz Concert
Series performed on the lovely Fountain Terrace, an intimate
and beautiful outdoor setting at the winery. A three-course
gourmet meal, prepared by the award-winning Café
Champagne, is available during each performance.
After dinner guests can also take a romantic stroll
through the Herb Gardens, and there is a gift shop unique
to the winery, and the Champagne Lounge to unwind and
relax.
Thornton Winery 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA
92589 - Champagne and wine tasting lounge; gift shop,
Cafe' Champagne restaurant, tours, jazz concerts, wedding
& banquet facilities. champagne Lounge and gift shop
open daily, 10am to 5pm.
(Free) Tours on weekends only from 11am to 4pm. Cafe'
Champagne open for lunch 11:00am to 3:30pm, dinner 5pm
to 9pm. 951.699.0099.
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Falkner
Winery picturesque grounds with
sculptures, picnic areas outside tasting bar |
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Ofila
Winery a
70-acre estate in Escondido on the way to San
Diego Zoo Safari Park. |
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