Sip This September at California Wine Month in Temecula Valley

Kicking your feet up, watching the sun set, and sipping the finest wines probably sounds like a dream. Fortunately, it’s also a reality that’s within reach!

Temecula Winegrowers have geared up for one of the most exciting times of the year—California Wine Month, taking place this September. The much-anticipated harvest season is here, and they couldn’t be more excited to welcome visitors to Temecula Valley for a taste of the best wines Southern California has to offer. The month is filled with fantastic events and celebrations, and while CRUSH has come and gone, there is still even more on the horizon:

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CRUSH 2024 – The annual wine and culinary showcase of Temecula Valley Wineries

September 7 – 7:30 – 10pm

Hosted by Monte de Oro Winery, guests enjoyed culinary creations from 30+ participating Temecula wineries and local restaurants and caterers. It was a great opportunity to mix and mingle with winery owners and winemakers at this anticipated display of culinary delights and award-winning Temecula wines! This outdoor event included live entertainment with Jack French on acoustic guitar while guests enjoyed a walk-about tasting. CRUSH set the stage for what’s to come for the rest of September!

3rd Annual Great Taste of Europa Wine & Food Festival

September 15 – 11am – 4pm – purchase tickets HERE | $149 per person

From the vineyards of Italy to the shores of Greece, immerse yourself in a world of flavor where every sip and bite tells a story. With over 50 exquisite European wines, a dedicated beer and spirits garden, and the opportunity to support local culinary talent, this is not just a festival—it’s a celebration of culture, community, and the finer things in life.

Photo Courtesy: Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association

22nd Annual Ponte Winery Grape Stomp

September 22 – 4-9pm – purchase tickets HERE | $160 per person

Experience a spectacular harvest-Italian-themed dinner, music, dancing, and the Grape Stomp competition. Of course this means stomping grapes from our vineyard in a barrel with bare feet in a race while your partner fills up a wine bottle with the freshly squished juice.

In addition, Temecula Wine’s SIP Passport just got an upgrade! Guests can now purchase the SIP Reserve Wine Tasting Passport ($100 per person) which is good for 3 visits to any Reserve SIP participating wineries for a reserve wine tasting Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), and the current hours of pick-up are 11:00am – 5:00pm at Avensole Winery. Our classic SIP Passport is still available for purchase ($75 per person) and is good for 5 visits to any SIP participating wineries for a standard wine tasting Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), and the current hours of pick-up are 10:00am – 5:00pm at Fazeli Cellars.

Photo Courtesy: Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association
Photo Courtesy: Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association
Photo Courtesy: Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association

If you’re a fan of the classic experience, the original *SIP Passport* is still available for $75 per person, offering five visits to SIP participating wineries for standard wine tastings, and also available Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). Pick-up is from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at Fazeli Cellars. The full list of participating wineries for both SIP Passports can be viewed here.

Come sip, savor, and celebrate with in Temecula Valley this September with a farewell to Summer!