Ah, Syrah. One of the world’s great red wines – deeply colored, full-bodied, powerfully-flavored, food-friendly, and typically less tannic than the ever popular Cabernet Sauvignon. Known in Australia as “Shiraz,” this Rhone Valley-style varietal first came to California in the 1970s and has thrived ever since. Not surprisingly, it’s one of … [Read more...]
Change is in the air
A buzz is filling the Temecula Valley air. People are wondering what is going on at a little winery off the De Portola wine trail. Is Filsinger Winery increasing the size of their tasting room, are they adding patio seating, or are they creating more parking? Well it’s all that and even more… Filsinger, now called Danza Del Sol with new owner Bob … [Read more...]
When Wine And Vibe Collide
Miramonte Winery has of late been making news in the valley by capitalizing on the huge social media trend and establishing itself as a new generation winery. When you walk into Miramonte, owned by Cain Vanderhoof', you instantly realize there is something different about this place. It's like "Toto, we're not in Temecula anymore." The atmosphere is … [Read more...]
Curry Vineyards and Winery
A misty Friday evening provided a wonderful backdrop into Old Town Temecula. As the door opened at the Palomar historic hotel, a cone shape stove warmed the quaint wine tasting room. The room contained well-trimmed woodwork that complimented the warmth of the building. Charlie Curry provided a cheerful welcome and the tasting began. He brought us … [Read more...]





