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July Jam Sessions in Wine Country
JULY 11th - Thornton Winery presents another Champagne Jazz Concert featuring jazz sensation KEIKO MATSUI. Enjoy an amazing evening with this solo piano artist while relaxing on the Fountain Terrace.
JULY 17th - Wilson Creek Winery goes Hollywood! HOLLYWOOD U2 is, by far, the best U2 tribute band. This band is not simply U2 impersonators, but consummate musicians who bring the true heart of U2 to every performance.
JULY 24th - Wiens Family Cellars brings ska revival band, THE ENGLISH BEAT, to Temecula Wine Country. Tickets are going fast for this upbeat concert event.
Family Time in Wine Country
JULY 9th - Join Ponte Family Estate Winery for their 2nd Annual Family Movie Night featuring the DreamWorks Animated Motion Picture "Monsters vs. Aliens". Enjoy an ice cream bar, popcorn, watermelon, candy, wine bar and silent auction to help raise funds for TEAM PONTE. 100% of the evening's proceed will help support the needs of the children of Oak Grove. Admission is free although donations will be accepted at the door. Food and beverages are available at a small cost. Picnic blankets are recommended or chairs will be provided.
Celebrate the Arts in Wine Country
For the entire month of July, head down to Lorimar Winery in Old Town, Temecula for their "Summer Art & Wine Show". This month guests will experience the art work of local Temecula resident, David Musser. On July 3rd, meet David during an artists reception from 6pm to 9pm.
July 9-11; 16-18; and 23-24th - Shakespeare in the Vines at Frangipani Estate Winery . Join our newest Winery member, for a Shakespeare in the Vines presentation of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Performances begin at dusk.
Food & Wine in Wine Country
July 9th - Oak Mountain Winery - Cooking Classes with Ritz Carlton chef, Chef Michael. Learn how to prepare 5 Star meals like a pro. You will interact with Chef Michael and the owners of Oak Mountain Winery, Steve and Valerie Andrews. Class will be held from 6pm to 9pm. This is the first in their cooking series. Space is very limited.
July 17th - Wiens Family Cellars - Become a winemaker for a day! Work with winemaker, Doug Wiens, in creating their next premium blend. You'll have the opportunity to experiment with different wines from barrels and - as a group - you'll decide which varietals work best together. Light appetizers will be served. Event is held 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
July 17th - Stuart Cellars - Sample twelve of Stuart Cellars' wines right out of the barrel at their Futures Barrel Tasting. Enjoy an evening of delicious food, live music by L.A. Acoustic and dancing under the wine country stars. Event takes place from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
Winning Wines of Wine Country
And the winners are! The California State Fair results are in – and Temecula wines proved once again that they can compete against the ‘big guys!” Vindemia Winery won Gold, Best of Class and Best of Region for their Cabernet Franc; Gold for their Commonwealth; Silver, Best of Class for their Grenache. Callaway won two Golds and two Best of Class awards for their Late Harvest Chardonnay and their Rosé of Sangiovese; Best of Class, Silver, for their Late Harvest Cabernet Sauvignon. Baily Winery was awarded Double Gold, Best of Class for Montage. Falkner Winery won Silver, Best of Class for their Riesling. View all of our medal winning wines here!
July Weekends in Wine Country
There's always something happening in Wine Country. Here is a listing of wineries who offer ongoing events on the weekends throughout the Summer. Click on each winery to see what they have to offer or check out our Wine Country Calendar.
Why We Like Wine Country...
John O says "If you're not an oenephile, I wouldn't recommend this place. Hart Winery is for those who appreciate fine, earthy, red varietals..."
Steve writes "If you're interested in trying something completely different and unusual in a more relaxed setting, give FootPrint Winery a try..."
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