California Wine Country
We stayed at South Coast Winery in Temecula CA, this year and had a blast. The wine region is about 45 minutes north and east of San Diego. The region has been growing over the years as there are well over 20 wineries that are working.
South Coast Winery was recognized as the "Best Winery in California" for the second consecutive year when they were presented with the distinguished Golden Bear Award on July 9, 2009.
The winery combines wine production with a luxurious sanctuary for all, adding a excitement to an ever growing wine country. The intimate resort offers Southern California residents a very drivable getaway. It is an easy destination to get to from the San Diego, Los Angeles areas.
The tranquil walks through the vines in the morning was refreshing. We arrived from Miami the previous day and it was a treat to not have to deal with the humidity of South Florida. I was able to put on a sweater and enjoy the vineyard view from the villa that we were staying in.
Wine tasting that afternoon was fun as the staff were attentive and knowledgeable about their very good tasting wines.
Dinner for two that evening was romantic that included a number of entrees choices that were complemented by wine from the South Coast Winery.
Another winery that we enjoy visiting and belong to the wine club is Cougar Winery in Temecula that is located on the "De Portola Wine Trail". The link to their winery is here.
They are a small winery that produces some very nice wines. Cougar Vineyard & Winery is specializing in 100% estate grown and produced Italian varietals including... Vermentino, Sangiovese, Aglianico, Montepulciano, Primitivo, Malvasia Bianca, Arneis and Pinot Grigio.
My wife loves the 2006 Pink Cougar which won a gold medal at the Orange County Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition June 16th.
Thanks for visiting and God Bless !
Scott McGonagle
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