Is the Temecula Valley known for great wines?
Definitely! Temecula wineries and grape growers have learned to take advantage of their unique growing conditions. The granitic soils and cool nights help produce many wines with remarkably fresh fruit character and true varietal flavor. This especially favors aromatic grape varieties. While most wineries employ small barrel aging, the regional style tends to showcase Temecula fruit and avoid the overt “woodiness” that is common in other California regions. Wine quality, mirrored by high awards in major wine competitions shows that Temecula has become one the preeminent wine grape growing areas in California.