We have lived in Temecula over 14 years now. We love enjoying all of the wineries and have been members at several of them over the years! We find ourselves revisiting Akash, but never crossed over from taster to member. UNTIL Nisreen Rafeedie was hired, she brings the best smile, experience, and makes you feel like family. What you experience at Akash, when Nisreen is behind the counter: - You are creating a friendship! -She gives every person who walks through the door the best service! -She is knowledgeable about Wine and will work with you to find perfect taste to meet your palette! These are just a few amazing things that we love about her and why we signed up to be members. Hands down, she elevates Akash as bringing one of the best wineries in the Valley. You got a gem when she came to Akash. read more

Not impressed. The wine tasting room is very industrial feeling, like you're drinking wine inside of a Costco. The counters where you drink wine are on wheels, which gives it even more of an industrial feel . The building itself is not that pretty. It looks like an old airplane hanger. The fixtures inside, such as the lighting, were a bit cheap looking. The furniture inside was comfortable. The wine tasting room has no restrooms inside. The building was filled with flies that kept landing on our heads. The grounds are very nice, with nice views, comfortable outside furniture, and equipped with misters and heaters. The employees were friendly. The food offerings when we were there were very minimal. The crowd was overwhelmingly in their 20's, which if representative is fine, but also telling in terms of the appeal of the wines here to more experienced palates. Speaking of which, we did not really care for any of the reds that we tasted. We did not taste a single wine that we would be interested in buying. They lacked body, balance, and complexity. I should add that the wine tasting room is also the barrel room, yet it was at room temperature. Red wine barrels are supposed to be stored at 55 - 60F, not room temp. All other wineries manage this temperature requirement vigorously. This is most certainly affecting the taste of the final product. I know this place has good reviews, but it just doesn't seem to be up to the standard of some of the nicer wineries in Temecula. read more

We've been members here for about a year, and we absolutely love this place! The wine selection is fantastic, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and every server is amazing. It truly feels like a home away from home and has become one of our favorite places to spend time. One of our favorite things to do is listen to the live music. One standout band we've had the pleasure of seeing is JH Factor, a group of incredibly talented young jazz musicians who are truly amazing. Do yourself a favor and visit this place, you won't be disappointed! And if you're lucky enough to catch JH Factor playing, you're in for an extra-special treat. read more

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Went here for the first time a few weeks ago. Beautiful scenery. Great customer service. We had fun tasting our wine at the bar area, and also the outside terrace. I like how they had wine and beer to pick from for their tastings. They even had a coffee cart outside. Some of the wines were pretty good, although the cost of a single bottle was a little more than what I wanted to spend that day. I will definitely return, and possibly purchase a bottle next time. read more

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Place is amazing. Staff are incredibly attentive and courteous. Dog friendly. Recent members. I like the model here, $50/month which basically goes on your account. Had some amazing oysters from Baja Pacific side. $5 each. The guy shucking them said he has a farm down in Baja. Absolutely delicious, tastes like the essence of the ocean. A little cocktail sauce, horseradish, and lemon juice. For $10 extra you can get a caviar topper...I skipped that. read more

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Had a lovely time visiting this winery Beautiful grounds and inside is nice too Open air patios with lovely vineyard views We did a wine tasting which was good Staff were fine- not as interactive as I would have liked The wines were good as were the tasting nibbles read more

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We had an incredible experience working with the Akash team, especially Christina, in bringing our rehearsal dinner vision to life. She was extremely communicative throughout the planning process, answered all of our questions thoughtfully, and everyone had the best time. Would definitely recommend to any other couple looking for a romantic, private rehearsal dinner experience among the vines. read more

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The ambiance is great! It's very dog friendly inside and out. The outside has two levels of tables with nice views. The indoor tasting room is large with some tables. There's food which you can order from a window and pick up which is pretty good. It's mostly pizzas, salads and sandwiches. The wine tasting was just okay, or maybe I didn't make good selections. One of the wine servers behind the bar was very friendly while another one was a little cold. Overall a great experience. read more

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I know most wineries offer a lot of options, but for some reason this one really stands out--especially for my wife. We're not big wine people or experts, but this is actually the only place where we end up buying bottles to take home. I can't remember the name of the wine we got, but it was that good. The whole vibe is super chill, and the views make it the perfect spot to just relax and enjoy a glass. Definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

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Akash Winery was the very first stop on my birthday weekend getaway with my husband, and it completely set the tone for an amazing trip! My husband and I haven't done much wine tasting together before, so this was a really special experience for us. Our initial host, Spencer, was fantastic. He explained to us how the wine tasting experience there works and how Akash is a bit different from other wineries because they blend fun, entertainment vibe with being a true, family owned winery where most of the wine is made right in house. It's such a cool atmosphere! We were seated outside with Tyler as our server, who was also great. The property is beautiful and they focus a lot on dry wines, which we loved. We tried a little bit of everything my husband's favorite was the Sauvignon Blanc, and I completely fell in love with their Muscat. I'm more of a sweet wine kind of girl. I had to buy a bottle right on the spot. Highly recommend stopping by here if you want great wine and a really fun, welcoming environment! Please note on Saturday, there are no kids allowed and a guard checks your car at the parking lot. I got the chance to experience both Friday and Saturday and I have to say they both are my vibes. Friday was more family chill and Saturday was live music and a turn up party! Can't wait to go back this summer! read more

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This was the last stop on our 3 winery Grapevine tour and the most contemporary. Place was lively and had the best wine out of the three wineries that Grapevine took us on. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, we enjoyed the views. We got five tastings each; however, it was the longest waiting out of the three wineries so I requested on my last three tastings if they could combine all 3 into one pour of which they graciously granted. read more

The wine was right on the mark. The ambiance was incredible, great vibe on the patio. Music was nice and not too loud to overpower the talking. Our server at the bar was very friendly and knowledgeable. She described every wine we tried to a tee. We went with the Muscat, Zinfandel, Sav Blanc, and a Mexican lager beer. Very pleased and we shall return!! read more

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My friend recommended akash, because he loved their wines! You can either sit in their lounge or they have multiple seating areas outside. I like that they have something for everyone, wine, beers, coffee shop and food truck (on Tuesday)! Great customer service, we wanted to try a hazy IPA and they also gave us a tasting of the double IPA, to compare, without us asking! read more

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Ambiance is amazing. Lots of seating inside and out. We came on a weekend so it was Pizza and Sandwiches which were amazing. The wine itself was not to my liking. Maybe poor selections on my end but I thought it was mediocre. The service was hit or miss. Some servers were friendly and generous with the pours while others were stingy and unfriendly. You could definitely notice a difference depending who poured your glass. read more

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Robert was so nice and helpful. It was my first time that I was visiting this winery and we were there for my friend's bachelorette. We had a charcuterie board and it had a nice variety that paired well with our wine tasting. The view of the vineyard was beautiful. The wine was tasty. I think my favorite was the Pinot Gris. I definitely would come back here because it was such a lovely experience! read more

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Had a great time on the first stop in Temecula at Akash. The wines were great, the service was excellent, and the views are beautiful. The vibe was very casual and decorated for Christmas. Our server Cliff made us feel right at home and have excellent suggestions for food and wine at neighboring wineries. I'd defiantly return and suggest you check them out. read more

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Booked the reservation wine tasting (2 whites, 3 reds) for a bachelorette. Arrived and our table was set up in the patio overlooking the vineyards. The winery is soooo beautiful, service was amazing (i think our server's name was Cliff), and we also got to walk through the vineyard for a little bit. Each wine had a generous pour too. On Saturdays, there is a pizza vendor there so we shared 3 pizzas - all so delicious! Would 100% come back when we're in Temecula!! read more

When you are in Temecula you have to stop by a winery. This day trip we hit Akash. Family owned. We loved it! Why?... *As you drive up the entrance towards the lot, you will be stopped by a very friendly guard who asks you 2 questions...(1) Do you have any children in your car? (2) Is everyone 21 & over? *No children are allowed here...not even infants...It was refreshing not to have children in an "adult" environment...just sayin... *Beautiful grounds & great views *Mo served our drinks at the bar. He was great! He answered all of our questions which made it easier to order ~ We had the Sparkling Rose, Sangria & a loaded Mango Aqua Fresca (the sangria and the sparkling wine were fab, the loaded aqua fresca was okay. *I would go with the guava one next time. *The Sky Lounge was hopping on a Saturday afternoon. There was a huge bar in front of the wine barrels and a merch area *They have several "member's only sections *Live Music *Delicious food *Friendly staff *Great for large parties and special gatherings *Dogs allowed Plenty of parking in the lot. Bring a hat and sunglasses...lots of direct sunlight if you sit outside Can't wait to go back for a longer visit! read more

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We had visited here years ago, so we were excited to come back--and we're so glad we did! Honestly, all of their wines were absolutely amazing. We especially enjoyed our experience with our server and wine enthusiast, Cliff! He was incredibly knowledgeable and did a fantastic job guiding us through our wine selections. We really enjoyed taking our time, appreciating each wine, and learning along the way. I highly recommend coming here not only for the incredible wine but also to enjoy the beautiful property and overall experience. We will definitely be back! read more

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Beautiful property with plenty of parking and seating space. They do have a private seating area for their club members. You order inside and can sit anywhere. We shared a flight and sat on a table outside to enjoy the sunset. They had a few other guests and we noticed that they were setting up for a proposal during sunset. It was beautiful setup and we enjoyed our time here. They had some food items for sell and a Mexican food truck on property which I got a taco from. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I would definitely come back read more

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Akash was awesome! It was absolutely stunning, I could sit outside under the misters and watch the views all day. There was even fire pits if we were there in the evening! Cliff was our wine guide and he was kind, funny, and knowledgable. Gave us a great experience. Loved this place. read more

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Such a great spot! The ambiance was perfect, with beautiful views and such a fun, relaxing vibe. They had a great selection of wines and beers, so there was something for everyone. JH Factor absolutely killed it with the live music and kept the energy going all afternoon. Great drinks, great views, great music, and even better vibes. Definitely a place we'd come back to! read more

A friend of mine is a member and I immediately chose to become one also after my first visit! Two years later and I have deep affinity for this space. Quality wine, a beautiful tasting room and outdoor terrace. Warm and informed staff that makes the entire experience feel elevated without ego - you've gotta meet Mo! It's a gathering space to catch up with family, friends and loved ones with glasses raised! Oh and there's rotating food vendors so if you need more than charcuterie, you're in luck... Spring/Summer Favorites: The Muscat Caneli is a great first glass for folks on the sweeter side. I sense "notes" of apricot, citrus and honey - it's nice. Overall favorite, Dreamville Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc. Not available as of this review, though such a bright and refreshing pour! A toast has to be made. The Dreamville Sauvignon Blanc is a staple for me! It's earthy and feels smooth to taste. You'll find yourself a repeat offender, so go for the bottle for the table - have some manners! For the rosé lovers, I'd say go for the Sparkling Rosé! It has notes of cranberry and I'm eyeing a couple of bottles for holiday cocktails. *wink* Fall/Winter Favorites: I go for the reds! The Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Merlot I enjoy, each with their own unique character. Though less peppery than I prefer, The Cab is still quite robust. The Merlot, atypical to those I've tried elsewhere, is bolder - a nice surprise to have more body to taste. The Dreamville Blend No. 67 takes the crown though. It embodies everything I love in a firey red, perfect for cooler months! Highly recommend if it wasn't apparent! read more

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If I could give them 10 stars, I absolutely would! I've been a member at Akash for the last 5 years, and from day one, they've made me feel like family. Their entire team is incredibly welcoming, knows you by name, and treats your guests like family as well. I celebrated my 42nd birthday in their private dining area in the vineyards just two weeks ago, and they made the entire planning process seamless. They connected me with their food and music partners for an extra personal touch and helped guide me from start to finish. A very special thank you to Moe, Elizabeth, Christina, Kathy, Dana, Spencer, and of course Akash himself -- not only for always going above and beyond every time I visit, but for making my birthday such a memorable experience. Highly recommend! read more

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I've visited Akash Winery in Temecula several times over the past couple of years, and each visit has been a pleasant experience. The winery itself is beautiful, modern, and offers great views. It's spacious, and the open-air patio is relaxing. Their wine lineup is solid and consistent. I've enjoyed trying different flights on each visit, and their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Dreamville Syrah are favorites for me. The staff is mostly (some more than others) friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to chat about the wines or offer recommendations. I appreciate that they also have beer, though some options aren't available for a taster since they're canned only. The beers are solid, as they're brewed at 8-bit Brewing. A great brewery in Murrieta! The only minor downside is that on weekends or during events, it can get quite busy. This sometimes means longer waits for tastings or limited seating in shaded areas, especially on hotter days. Akash Winery has live music on weekends, food trucks and pop-up dining, special wine release parties, seasonal celebrations, and occasional winemaker dinners with curated pairings. There is always something happening at Akash, which I certainly appreciate; however, I also value the opportunity to simply relax and enjoy a more tranquil atmosphere, especially with a glass of wine and the beautiful views. They are dog-friendly and do not allow outside food or beverages on the property. However, they always offer charcuterie, caviar service, and snacks for sale in the tasting room. read more

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Our absolute favorite spot! The wine is incredible, the employees are knowledgeable and kind, and the views and patio are great. We became members right after moving here and go by a few times a week. Also, we love Bocconcini Pizza! They are there on weekends and their pesto pizza is great! read more

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Love Akash winery! One of the best! Their vibe and ambience are unmatched. Especially their live music. JH factor is amazing! They match the vibe perfectly! We cannot say enough good things! read more

An unforgettable experience from start to finish. Between the stunning views, exceptional wines, and outstanding hospitality, this winery exceeded every expectation. I honestly wish I could give more than five stars. We were in Temecula this weekend for a soccer tournament and were told by a friend that this winery was a must-visit -- and it absolutely lived up to the recommendation. Spencer made our visit truly exceptional. He was warm, attentive, and effortlessly accommodated our larger group while curating thoughtful and delicious tasting selections. His attention to detail and genuine hospitality elevated the entire experience. We're already looking forward to returning to explore more wines, linger a little longer, and take in the beautiful surroundings. A true Temecula gem. read more

I stopped here on my way to Idyllwild on a Friday afternoon. My partner and I arrived right as they opened at 11am, just barely ahead of a party bus. The folks working were so friendly and knowledgeable! I am admittedly not a wine connoisseur and the sommelier gave me great recommendations. My partner had two beers and they were equally as good as my two wines! The outside seating was comfy and welcoming, inside was the same and the AC was very refreshing. We also had our dog with us and he is pretty timid and skittish. There is so much space we were able to find a spot where he could calm down away from other folks. If we lived closer, we would 100% become members. read more

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My favorite winery in Temecula wine country. The ambiance is the best out of the countless wineries I've been to out there. Ended up becoming a club member. They also offer wood grilled pizzas on the weekends. read more

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I came here for yoga in the vineyards on Mother's Day. I had never been to Akash before, but it was super easy to find and navigate our way to where the class was being held. The instructor was so nice and got us set up with mats. The weather was supposed to be super hot that day, but fortunately for us, there was some cloud cover for most of the class. It was a great class and perfect way to start Mother's Day. After the class, a glass of wine is also included so we went to the tasting room and ordered a glass of sparkling rose. It was great! The space is family friendly and offers the yoga classes a couple Saturday's and Sunday's a month. read more

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Excellent customer service from Cliff! He was very personable and really shared his care and knowledge with us while we were wine tasting. We are in love with the red blend 67! Thanks again, Cliff! read more

I've tried this winery a few times and always had a good time with the short visit. This time I had an opportunity to enjoy a tasting with the assistant wine maker Roberto. He took us on a wild journey of the Akash wines. The wife and I really enjoyed his effort, expertise, his attention to detail and allowing us to enjoy all aspects of the winery. We really felt like customer service and hospitality was top of mind while providing that experience. We definitely found some of our favorites during the tasting and had to leave with a bottle, the view is amazing, love the seating arrangements, very nice members area, the music, the vibe. It's all you could want in a winery. read more

We stopped in here because it was one of the only breweries or wineries that was open past 5 PM because we drove in from Palm Springs and we were looking for a place to go. They had wine options and beer options because they also have a brewery a cute little gift shop and also some options for food . The day that we had, I think it was Tuesday and they had a taco truck which is awesome is very very good and the patio was really nice. I had great views. They also had live music and it was enjoyable to hang out on the patio for such a great night if you're not a wine person and you're a beer person this is the place to go or vice versa. When we are back in Temecula, we will definitely stop by here again. read more

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My friends recommended that this winery had the best frescas in town! It did not disappoint! Super refreshing on any given day in Temecula. I love all the vibe and views here. Plus the staff is welcoming and eager to give us recommendations and best time to come to the winery! Taco Tuesday! read more

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This winery is the absolute best, not only do you get great wine, they have great service. Everyone is super nice, professional and courteous. The taco truck is amazing too. This winery is specially great for locals. Super chill and amazing sunsets read more

I had the chance to visit Akash a few years ago and recently went again while on a wine tour. We enjoyed it so much that we came back the next day on our own (haha). They have great wine (my favorite was the rose sparkling and estate Sauvignon blanc). They also have great beer if that's more your thing. They have a beautiful outdoor area that's dog friendly with views of their vineyard. I particularly enjoyed sitting outside, sipping on my wine, and eating the delicious pizza they offer on the patio. Oh also, they offer caviar tastings and caviar bumps if you just want a quick sample. I ended up purchasing several different caviars and putting it on my pizza ;) Everyone that helped us was so friendly, nice, and knowledgeable about the wines. I'll definitely be back to Akash on my next Temecula visit! read more

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This place has some amazing views and the dreamville collection of wines are very good.. and the bartender was great they also have some good food but get there early cause it do get packed... read more

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Great winery with amazing views! Low key but modern and spacious. Doesn't matter where you sit, you get a great view and comfortable seating. Because it was hot, over 90 degrees we went for the estate rose- great choice to start your Temecula visit. Attentive customer service and very clean restrooms- there's pride in how they maintain the physical appearance read more

Beautiful winery with pretty good wine selections! It's a beautiful vineyard with plenty of outdoor seating options overlooking amazing scenery. There's also a good amount of indoor seating, especially for those extra hot/humid days. I loved the sparkling rose that I tried and everyone there was extremely nice. Perfect winery to go with a group! read more

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