I was really disappointed, I had high expectations, but that seems to be always the problem. The waiter was not trained properly and everything seemed to go down hill from there. The waiter did not know about the wines and did not know what to recommend. I did not like how you had to order everything all at once either. It just felt rushed and we had a reservation. In addition, we ordered the charcuterie tray, which was appetizing that paired nicely with the Spumante. The wines here lacked depth overall after the sparkling, and even with age weren't going to get better unfortunately. I felt the ambiance was really basic, the environment lacked character, it was really bare bones and didn't know what it wanted to be besides a copycat winery of the one next door. read more

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My husband and I had an absolutely incredible time at the BOTTAIA Barrel Room tasting. It was such a unique experience to taste six estate wines, including one directly from the barrel, while staying cool in their beautiful temperature-controlled cellar. A huge thank you to Sheila, who took such wonderful care of us. She went way beyond our expectations by taking us on a tour of the facility and showing us the fermentation area. Her knowledge and hospitality made the visit unforgettable. If you're looking for an educational and immersive wine experience, this is it. We can't recommend Sheila and the BOTTAIA team enough! read more

Uniqueness: Elegant and upscale with a beautiful pool area Wait Time: **** (Appointment required when we went, not sure if that's still the case) Food Quality: N/A (Didn't try any food) Service: **** (Friendly and professional) Setting: **** (Very fancy interior, stylish and modern) Cost: **** (Higher-end but fits the experience) This winery has a sleek, upscale vibe with a stunning interior and a beautiful pool area that adds to the ambiance. It definitely feels more high-end than some of the more rustic wineries in the area. The atmosphere was great--relaxing but sophisticated, making it a good spot for a special occasion or just a nice day out. Service was professional and welcoming, though we had to book an appointment when we visited, which may still be required. Overall, it's a solid 4/5 experience. The vibes are great, the setting is gorgeous, and the wine was enjoyable. Just make sure to check ahead about reservations before heading over! read more

What a beautiful experience! Bottaia is always great, but Bernadettte gave such excellent service, I had to leave a review. She gave great recommendations and advice. Happy hour was an unexpected surprise, and the blondie brownie dessert tasted so amazing with the sweet late harvest vermentino that we brought home a bottle. Out of all the wineries we have tried in Temecula, I highly recommend the member experience here! read more

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Sister ship to Ponte Winery is BOTTAIA Winery. We had reservations for their wine tasting and it was quite the treat. $25 per person for 6 varieties with a bonus of a taste from the barrel which will be ready to bottle a couple years out. Our host Carrie was a HOOT!. She explained the wines, she explained the Winery, she explained the process, protocol and other functions they have at BOTTAIA . Clinically white all around in the lobby. The Barrel Room is cute; it is a barrel room. They have the Pool and the Lab to which I am excited to try on my next visit out to Temecula OK! I joined the wine club. Oddly, I am a red wine person but I selected their white wine variety in the club. Impressive to me because I am a red wine lover, I did enjoy their white varietals. You are entitled to 4 tastes per month for 2 people OR 8 tastes per month. I will be back read more

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We had a very disappointing experience at Bottaia Winery. Upon arrival, we were told there would be a 30-minute wait and instructed to wait in the tasting room. We ordered some tastings and waited patiently, but after an hour we went back to the front desk to check, and were told our table was ready. Why didn't anyone come to get us sooner? To make matters worse, we were shocked to learn that you cannot take the wine you purchase in the tasting room onto their outdoor deck, which is only steps away. This policy makes no sense and left us having to chug our glasses before being seated, which really ruined the experience. When we finally sat down, it took over 15 minutes for anyone to greet us. At that point, we decided to leave. The lack of communication, strange rules, and poor service made it clear this is not a place worth returning to. Save your money and time and visit another winery instead. read more

We made our way back to this, wonderfully modern, beautifully appointed winery and tasting rooms. We got lucky this time as they put us in the barrel room that they keep at a nice cool, 62° Mandatory temperature to keep the wines tasting delicious. We had the pleasure of being served by our wonderful wine steward , Alayna. She gave us the rundown of all of the delicious wines we were tasting and of course she gave us just a little bit more of the ones that we really adored. Very friendly service. They are dog friendly on their covered patio. read more

BOTTAIA Winery - The beautiful view from their patio - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

quincey is awesome ! has the best attitude and service at the pool area. definitely is the type of guy that's here for the people and the laughs - he really brings the vibe and ambiance into this specific part of the winery. im very surprised he's not the manager here since he has the perfect personality and attitude for it. the pool area is very nice and kept up as well. the music is great so the atmosphere is great - definitely coming back again and again for the summer ! read more

This review is for the pool area. Took my wife here for her birthday. Service was great and the pool itself was very nice however the cocktails were absolutely awful. I dont know who is in charge of what they make there but every drink was worse than the last. After trying 4 different cocktails we gave up and switched to sangria. The cocktails seem like they were designed by someone who exclusively drinks wine and has never had a cocktail before or were made for people who lack taste buds. Honestly that terrible. Also was $40 per person to go into a pool which was quite a bit and not adults only (which i think it should be at that price point). read more

Bottaia still remains one of my favorite wineries due to their selection of wines and the resort-like atmosphere and appeal of their property. Their Montepuciano is the best in the valley and deserves recognition. The tannins are perfect and the boldness of the wine pairs well with their spectacular charcuterie board. Highly recommended. read more

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Came here to celebrate someone's birthday. The ambiance and the view was incredible. The service was attentive and sweet too. They have great wine selections and appetizers to enjoy. It's a sit down tasting and they even had a live musician during the day. read more

Love this place!! From the moment you walk in, you feel how special this place is. It transport you to a new modern, classy, relaxing world. My bf and I tried the wine tasting that came with the charcuterie. It came with 5 wine selections and samples of other ones too. We had Dennis as our server and he was amazing, friendly, personable, and even gave us great recommendations for dinner. The room was kept rather chilly on purpose so I came dressed for a warm summer day and was slightly cold, but the wine warmed us up. The view was spectacular and when the sun was setting it really made you feel like you were somewhere special. Everyone here was so friendly. I will definitely be back read more

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Advertise on Yelp that "dogs allowed". We were told that they were not when we arrived! Either allow them or correct your Yelp advertisement! read more

not impressed. just visiting the area and went to a few vineyards in the area. we are not club members and why would we join since we will probably never be back to this area. they treated us like second class citizens. and who serves red wine that has been kept in ice? not good read more

What a lovely wine tasting experience. Lived in the area for two years and never visited this beautiful winery- even though we have heard about "the pool." We were looking for live music on a Friday and found Bottatia! This wine tasting is a bit different so be prepared- everything is table service and reservations are highly recommended. They create experiences around their delicious wine. Checkin in with their friendly staff and grab your experience- we chose to share a barrel room tasting. Bernadette immediately welcomed us with her 'bubbly' personality and amazing knowledge. Since this was our first time she also gave us a tour of the property to show off their vision. The pool area and outside deck are beautiful. Wines were surprisingly delicious and both of us found wines we liked- the Vermentino 2022 and the late harvest 2017 were favorites. We had a fantastic time and would definitely go back another time to try their outdoor deck read more

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We had one of the most memorable winery visits at BOTTAIA Winery during our Valentine's Day weekend trip! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was elegant and welcoming. What truly made our experience exceptional was our time with Arnaud the French winemaker who personally took the time to show us around the winery. The wines were beautifully crafted, the setting was stunning, and every team member we met had such attentive hospitality. A truly elevated wine country experience. We can't wait to come back ! read more

Oh wow. We absolutely loved this place. We went to 4 wineries all day and this was everyone's favorite. We went at sunset and the vineyard was absolutely stunning. You really can't beat the views and live music. Just so beautiful I need to have a big event here. You guys should allow guests to rent out the patio for private events! Just so pretty and also really good service and live music too! Frank provided great service and was so nice and welcoming. He was fun to chat with and gave us some good suggestions for dinner and other wineries. Amazing wine, vibes, food, just EVERYTHING! read more

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It's been YEARS since I've been to the Temecula wineries, which is a long overdue trip. On our way to Palm Springs, we decided to squeeze in some wine tastings, and this was on the list. The first attempt was a no-go since we came when it was closing. So we tried again on our way down, and the customer service was impeccable! The staff remembered us on our first trip and immediately provided us with a table in the patio. First of all, I love the modern design of winery, which is not typical of wineries in the area. The design, coupled with the high ceilings, neutral colors, and the outdoor seating, gave the winery an airy feel. Our waiter was Dennis, and he was very informative with the variations of wine and made several recommendations for our wine flights. They only serve apps here since they don't have a license in the tasting area to provide hot food. I loved the delicate flavors of the white wine and robust and deep flavors of the reds. As we sampled the wines, we were treated to live music. Afterwards, Dennis gave us a tour of the property, from the barrel room, wine making room, and various other rooms that can be enjoyed as a wine member. I definitely enjoyed my visit and will be back soon! read more

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This place is beautiful. The ambience is amazing. Customer service is awesome. The food was really good. Me and my friends shared the three sandwiches. I totally recommend that. read more

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There were a ton of seats available in the member area and they refused to sit us there even though we had intention to get many bottles. We have been wine needs here before in 2019, and the attitude has changed. read more

It should be no surprise that I also absolutely love BOTTAIA Winery like Ponte! This is a sister winery to Ponte. They have some of the most delicious Italian blends in the Temecula Wine Country. This winery is chic and classic. It's absolutely gorgeous here. The d e t a i l s. Think of the most absolutely beautiful modern barn e v e r. For this winery, advance reservations are highly recommended for all experiences offered. Some of the experiences are explained below: Barrel Room Tasting: Enjoy 6 estate bottled wines + 1 straight from the barrel. Seated Charcuterie Paring + Tasting: 5 high estate wines paired with a charcuterie board of your choosing (Antipasto Platter, Charcuterie Board, or Mediterranean Vegetable Platter). Wine Blending Lab: Blend 4 barreled wines into 3 separate red blends. Best part, you get to bottle, cork, capsule, and take home your own blend! They have beautiful seating options: The Terrace, The Deck, and Members Only Lounge. There's also a seasonal pool and pool cafe. The pool is pretty and surrounded by the vineyards. In case you are still wondering how to say the name, it is pronounced BOH - TAH - YA, you're welcome! read more

I'm generally not a fan of the wines of Temecula but this place has several decent ones. The facility itself is quite nice with an upscale feel and has a cool barrel room and deck for sipping wine or doing a tasting. Reservations are recommended but I came on a cloudy weekday where there were few people and a walk-in could easily be seated. The Deck is a covered patio and has a lovely view of the vineyard, perfect for a relaxed wine tasting experience. I sat there and did a tasting flight, choosing five red wines from their selections. The pours were wonderfully generous and I appreciated that the flight was delivered with each glass labeled as to which wine it contained. The woman who brought the flight and checked in on me was very congenial and offered information on the various wines I chose. She also did a soft sell of their member program; members have areas of the facility that are separate from non-members where they can enjoy the wines including a swimming pool. I find the prices on the bottles to be inexplicably high but I still purchased a couple anyway (a barbera and a montepulciano). I would recommend this as a stop for anyone doing wine tasting in Temecula. read more

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Of all the vineyards I've been to in Temecula, I would say Bottaia has one of the best views. Also going to give them an extra star for the fact that they have a pool. We didn't try the pool, but did try the wine and cheese pairing/tasing. It's $72 per person. You can choose either an antipasta board or a charcuterie board. It comes with 5 wine tastings. I would say that the board actually comes with more than enough food for the pairing. We each also got 3 additionally complimentary tastings for a total of 8 tastings. So overall, I would say it was worth the price. The ambience here is much quieter than Wilson Creek and it's the perfect place for a relaxing afternoon. read more

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We stopped in for our member tasting and trio, and opted for the charcuterie board..which we highly recommend! Plenty of meats, cheeses, and balance of sweet, savory, salty, crispy...for everyone! Bernadette is the best, and the wines aren't bad either... we will be back! read more

BOTTAIA Winery - Charcuterie board is fab! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Temecula, California

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Today I had the pleasure of visiting the pool at Bottaia and let me just say, what an amazing experience. From the service to the food, everything was amazing and DEFINITELY fulfilled everything on this hot day ! Our server Emily was great!!! Very friendly and such an amazing server. You can tell right away by her bright smile that she knows how to make people feel accommodated and happy! Her personality just shined ! She suggested a blended dole whip margarita so ofcourse we got that and the shrimp tacos which were delicious and refreshing for this hot day! Definitely will be coming back with more family and friends and will highly recommend Emily as a server ! She did amazing ! read more

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Had a great experience at Bottaia! Nicolas was very informative and attentive. He made our Barrel Tasting experience very pleasant. Offered additional wines and even took our picture! 10/10 recommend! read more

We made reservations and I have to say I'm used to the Napa Valley area's Wineries, however, Bottaia was absolutely stunning and I think Temecula is worth the drive. The breathtaking view of the vineyard from our table made us immediately feel relaxed. The service was definitely on par for the style of the Winery. We were immediately taken to our table when we checked in and our server was friendly and knowledgeable. We shared a few flights of wines along with a couple of the appetizer plates. Everything was flavorful and displayed beautifully. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in Southern California. read more

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Spent today poolside in a cabana for a friend's birthday. This was my second time at the Bottaia pool and it was even better than the first time. Our server HUNTER was outstanding! We never had to go looking for him, he checked on us at the perfect times. He kept the tasty drinks coming and the pitchers of water full. He had great suggestions. An absolute pleasure. We ordered, 2 pizzas, 2 orders of chicken nachos, Crudite trio, and 2 orders of calamari throughout the day. The food came out extremely fast and was delicious. The staff came around to see if we were comfy with the pool temp. When we said it was a little chilly they turned the heater in the pool on! Great music too. Stunning views, beautiful scenery, & immaculate accommodations. One of our friends loved it so much he bought a membership. I will definitely be back. By the way the if you are considering a cabin for changing and showering, I highly recommend it. It's definitely worth it and comes with mini upscale products. read more

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Wine and snacks were great. Bernadette provided awesome service and the venue was amazing. Ambiance is a 10. read more

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As regulars at several local wineries and long-time wine enthusiasts, my husband and I had heard quite a bit about this place through conversations with wine servers in our members' lounges. Curious, we decided to visit and see what all the buzz was about. Upon arrival, the interior gave off the feel of a clean, modern condo...something you'd typically find in a 3 to 4-star hotel in places like Bangkok, Samed, or Phuket. It didn't quite match the "fancy" reputation we'd been led to expect. We were greeted by two ladies at the front desk, and I asked if we could purchase a tasting. Our goal wasn't just to try the wine, but potentially to join as members if we enjoyed it. Surprisingly, we were asked if we had a reservation...on a weekday, no less...while the tasting room itself appeared empty. We were told that tastings were reserved for members only, which was confusing. How are potential customers supposed to decide if they want to join without first trying the wine? We were eventually seated outdoors on the far edge of the deck, in a windy and cold spot with no heater or service in sight. The experience felt isolating and unwelcoming. My husband is white, and I am Asian, and unfortunately, it did feel as though we were treated differently because we are a biracial couple. Whether intentional or not, the treatment we received made us feel out of place and unwelcome. Given the lack of hospitality, we chose not to order anything and decided to leave shortly after. Based on this experience, we won't be returning and I wouldn't recommend this place to others. read more

Recommend Reservations for the deck. The view is pretty DREAMY but be prepared to be sitting in the sun if its a warm day as all tables aren't covered. We asked to be moved but unfortunately they were completely booked. Service was 5/5 attentive and quick for the most part. Only ding is the menu online is larger than the menu onsite. The server did mention it recently changed but it was pretty slim pickings. The charcuterie was exceptional ($42). The flights were 2 oz pours for $36. Overall, a beautiful winery to stop at for the views. read more

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Great view, ambiance and service. Highly recommended for wine lovers. Worth the drive! read more

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Our first visit to the deck at Bottaia was last spring and we were eager to return. We were lucky enough to have Sean as our server a second time. He was very helpful, attentive, and friendly and informative about the wine club while remaining low-key about it. I joined, and I'm not a "joiner". This was a beautiful tasting experience, with sweeping, panoramic views of vineyards and rolling hills and the wines presented as a labeled flight in a cluster of separate small glasses. The charcuterie board was excellent, especially the marcona almonds, olives, and sage cheese, and complemented the flight. I wish I had taken a picture of the board! All of the wines we tasted were excellent and we bought four bottles of the Arneis for Thanksgiving dinner. We look forward to returning each time we visit or pass through Temecula. read more

The montepulciano red wine was worth the trip! I enjoyed the caprese salad the most. I don't recommend the tiramisu though --too sweet and too small. Service was good and the grounds are gorgeous. read more

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Such a relaxing few hours spent with tasty food, delicious drinks, and excellent service. Our umbrella was up to shade us but could easily be taken down. Felt great laying out on such a hot day and dipping in the pool to cool down. The waiters were great and cheerful. read more

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Lovely place to kick back and relax with a drink and some light food! Winery nested in the vineyards of Temecula! The outside has a modern farm look! Starting in May the pool opens! Rent a cabana and have some drinks and food! A perfect thing to do when it's in the 90s. Inside has great space mostly for wine club members. There is also a barrel room that has sampling: one of the samples was out of the barrel! Another room has food and drink pairing! Not the cheapest winery! Barrel tasting in upper 30s. Cheese and meat platter 44 dollars. Glass of wine average cost is 16 dollars! Everything good but not great! You come for the experience! If you decide this is the place for you, make reservations online so you will not be disappointed in getting your desired time! read more

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This review is solely for the pool experience. The pool is lovely, and I like that they have added cabanas. I've been coming here for 3 years now, and I've always enjoyed the drinks and food, but yesterday's experience left much to be desired. The food selection is very limited. When I first came mid pandemic (06/2021), they advised the menu was limited, as they were just opening back up and trying to figure it out. That was understandable. I went a couple of times last year, and they may had added a couple of new items. Back to my current visit, when we first got there, I only wanted to snack on some fries and felt I would order an entree later. I ordered fries, and to my surprise, I could get sweet potato, regular or a mix of French fries and sweet potato fries, so I opted for that latter. The waitress brought us fries that almost looked brown, they were luke warm and soggy. I don't know about you, but I enjoy my fries crispy. My man said they seemed like they were cooked in an air fryer, but even the air fryer will produce crispier fries. We sent them back and they were taken off the bill. We ordered a sangria carafe ($56 I believe) and it tasted bitter, watered down and disgusting. We drank it, because we didn't want to send back another item, but it was awful. Maybe without the ice dilution, it would taste better or maybe not, but I would never order the sangria again. Needless to say, the sangria and the fries were underwhelming, so we didn't want to order anything else, and decided we'd go eat afterwards. Outside of the food/drink mishap, the pool ambiance is amazing. read more

We recently spent the weekend in temecula and visited this winery. My wife and I had just finished wine tasting at our hotel fown the road and wanted to take advantage of another winery experience. After ordering some food with the waitress, my wife mentioned that she needed something to eat as she felt alittle tipsy. Naturally, I figure this would be the result of tasting a few wines, but nothing out of the ordinary as far as we were concerned. We were very respectful, quiet a d reserved, eager to continue are wonderful afternoon. The waitress came back and told us that she did not feel comfortable serving us, as my wife mentioned the word tipsy and that was a "trigger word". We were taken back as we did not act out of line or show any signs of impairment, nor did we behave deliberately or disrespectful. We were neither sloppy or slurring our words. We simply requested a wine tasting and some charcuterie to go along with our experience. We asked the manager to come and further assist us and she was of no help. She backed her employees decision as I can understand she would, but I felt discriminated against. Everyone has several glasses of wine poured at thier tables, laughing and drinking. We simply ordered food amd were denied service. After articulated discussion with the manager, we were ultimately denied service. I will never spend another dime at this location, nor recommend this winery. I was felt humiliated and disgusted with the treatment I received. If we were drunks and trying to get wasted, we would be at a bar or pool side cabana in Vegas, not a winery. BOTTAIA, managing is not easy ad we have to tough decisions sometimes, I get it. However, your judgment call on us was not warranted and I hope you will learn from this post. Treat others with kindness and try not to judge people so quickly. Wishing you well and sad I had to take time to highlight this embarrassing experience for me and my wife's anniversary. read more

I have never been to a winery and loved every single thing I tried. The ambiance was perfect - I highly recommend the patio. It covered and you have a beautiful view. Finally, ask for Liz! Liz was our server for this experience and provided the best service I have had in a long time. She was warm, kind, accommodating, and incredibly knowledgable of the wines available. Despite being very busy, she spent time talking and laughing with us when she could've easily just walked away. I noticed she did this with all of her other tables too, and was somehow never away for too long or leaving us waiting. We are local and I was just expecting to come here once and move on, but between the incredible wines and Liz's amazing hospitality, we are now considering being wine club members! Highly recommend :) read more

My wife and I had an incredible experience with the wine Tasting with Charcuterie. All the wines were excellent, the food was amazing, and the service was impeccable. Sean took care of us in the best way possible, very attentive, thoughtful, and genuinely committed to making our experience the best it could be. read more

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