What is the meeting point for the tour?

Check your confirmation for the designated pickup; the main meeting address listed is 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA.

How long is the tour?

Tours run up to five hours, including travel between stops, tastings, and the allocated lunch break.

What is the minimum age to join?

Guests must be 18 or older; non-drinker tickets are available for younger adult guests at a lower rate.

Can I bring children?

Children 17 years or younger are not permitted on regular wine tours unless the booking is for a private party that meets the minimum guest requirement.

How do private parties and minimums work?

Private parties require a minimum of 14 people; non-drinker tickets can be added to meet minimums if needed.

Do I need to pre-order lunch?

Yes—lunches must be pre-ordered at least 48 hours before your tour date and are not included in the base ticket price.

Temecula Beer & Wine Combo Tour: Barrel Tastings, Brewery Stops & Vineyard Lunch

Adventure Brief

Spend half a day tasting barrel wine and fresh craft beer in Temecula Wine Country. This combo tour pairs a behind-the-scenes winery production visit with a brewery stop and vineyard lunch options—perfect for mixed groups and first-time visitors.

Up to 5 Hours

easy

From $139.25

On a sun-scrubbed afternoon in Temecula Wine Country, the Beer & Wine Combo Tour offers a brisk, social way to read the landscape of Southern California’s inland vineyards and craft-beer scene. Meeting at 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA, this up-to-five-hour loop visits two wineries on De Portola Road—Somerset Winery and South Coast Winery (Mon–Thu) or Maurice Carrie Winery (Fri & Sun)—and drops into one of the valley’s buzzy breweries. The balance of cellar-door ritual and behind-the-scenes brewery energy makes the tour an efficient introduction to the region. You’ll sample wine pulled straight from a barrel during a 20-minute production tour at Somerset Winery, a rare sensory window into fermentation, oak influence, and how wines evolve before bottling. The route itself is part of the draw: rolling vineyard blocks, trellised rows on the valley floor, and the scrubby chaparral framing the foothills. Between tastings the guide unpacks terroir basics—how warm days and cool coastal breezes shape acidity and varietal character—so even casual sippers leave with grounded context. Lunch is an elevated stop: the Vineyard Rose Restaurant at South Coast Winery or the patio at Maurice Carrie Winery, where pre-ordered lunches (starting at $20) stretch into the vineyard view. The tour is convivial rather than clinical—expect approachable vintners, poured flights, and the occasional barrel sample that catches you off guard. Bottled water is provided on the bus, and staff maintain a strict on-time departure policy, so punctuality is part of the smooth experience. For travelers who want versatility, the combo format answers mixed-group needs: drinkers and non-drinkers can both book (ages 18+; non-drinker tickets available at a lower price), and the booking system includes pick-up options depending on date and time. Private parties need 14 guests to reserve a dedicated tour; you can also BYO champagne at pickup for a modest fee with glasses provided. Why book this with Temecula Wine Tours? It stitches together two quintessential local industries—viticulture and craft brewing—into a single afternoon without the logistics headache. It’s especially suited to first-time visitors who want an informed sampler of De Portola Road wineries and a brewery stop, couples seeking an easy half-day outing, or small groups looking to celebrate with a vineyard lunch. Practical, scenic, and social, the Beer & Wine Combo Tour is a smart, well-paced way to taste Temecula. Practicalities: tours run up to five hours and require guests to be 18 or older; non-drinker tickets are offered at a reduced rate for ages 18+, and a separate pricing tier applies for guests 21+. Lunches are optional and must be pre-ordered at least 48 hours beforehand. Check pickup locations when booking—choices vary by date—and arrive on time at the designated pickup to avoid missing the tour.

About Temecula Wine Tours

Temecula Wine Tours is a licensed tour operator based in Winchester, California, specializing in guided wine, beer, and combo tasting experiences throughout Temecula Valley. The company organizes a range of curated day and evening excursions—from weekday and Sunday wine tours to premier, VIP, and Night Out options—transporting guests between top wineries such as South Coast, Callaway, Maurice Carrie, Somerset, and Oak Mountain, and local breweries including Refuge. Each itinerary includes professional transportation aboard modern party buses or limo-style coaches, guided tasting sessions, and production or behind-the-scenes wine tours at participating wineries where available.

Safety and compliance are emphasized: group minimums, age restrictions (no one 17 years or younger), and clear ticketing policies are stated for each trip. Several tours note included elements—such as specified ounces of wine tastings, complimentary beer on combo tours, bottled water on buses, and optional lunches or dinners—while advising that food and some meals are not included in base ticket prices. Private and custom group options are also offered for larger groups requiring exclusive itineraries.

Temecula Wine Tours partners with established wineries and breweries to deliver consistent experiences and uses licensed drivers and trained guides. Booking details, non-drinker ticket options, and additional upgrades are provided through the vendor’s reservation channels. This transparent presentation of inclusions, schedules, and restrictions supports informed booking decisions for visitors seeking curated tasting experiences in Temecula Wine Country. Customers can choose public scheduled departures or book private charters for special events, group celebrations, corporate outings, and winery buyouts when also seasonally available.