This place is tucked up the hill from Somerset and has a relaxed, scenic feel to it. I visited on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't busy at all, which made the whole experience feel calm and unhurried. The bartender was genuinely friendly and helpful, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. We sat outside on a very hot day, but the cooling misters made it surprisingly comfortable and enjoyable. There was a light breeze, the sound of soft live music in the background, and a laid-back energy that made it easy to just sit back and unwind. The food was decent, and the Persian-inspired wine selection was a nice touch. The architecture is also beautiful, giving the space a unique and elegant character that stands out. read more

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The wine was very average and honestly disappointing. The food came out cold and was not good at all, so we returned it. What made the experience even worse was that we were still charged a tip. A tip for what exactly, I honestly don't know. Poor food, disappointing wine, and bad service made this a very frustrating experience First and last time for sure, such a shame for Persian winery! read more

Went wine tasting there today. The plusses: The building architecture is stunning. Truly beautiful, in Italian style and is just something to behold. What they call the sweet red wines, which are actually not dessert wines, are pretty good, though I suspect too sweet for most. Most of their other reds are very dry, if that is your thing. I didn't care for them. The negatives: Dirt parking lot. Definite car wash after visiting. The wine tasting room and the restaurant are in the same room. It's very unbecoming of a place like this. Speaking of which, the MAJOR downer, which is why this gets a 3 star review, is its like they ran out of money when they got to the wine tasting room and restaurant, which for some reason were combined. The wine tasting room and restaurant are like a glorified high school cafe. It's completely inconsistent with the rest of the place. It took all the pleasure out of wine tasting - like drinking wine out of a coffee cup. The food was ok but not spectacular. The gyros were good, the caramel lava cake was awful. It was like taking a 6 pack of small funnel cakes from Ralph's and pouring liquid caramel purchased from another aisle down the center of it. Why not true Persian food, if you're going to give the place and half the wines a Persian name? And why not higher quality food? ------ It was a relative ghost town here on a Friday, and from there we went to Europa Village and it was completely packed. Totally different vibe that was electric. Made me realize even more why Fazeli was so underwhelming. Wish we would have eaten at Europa. read more

Great winery with reasonably priced wines! The outdoor seating area is lovely with lots of tables and there was even a live musician. We had a large group and were able to sit comfortably together. We shared a cheese board, a flatbread, and some hummus with pita. All the food was really great and shareable. read more

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Fazeli Cellars Winery was our third stop of the tour. I was recommended the Grapeline Wine Tour. I really enjoyed the tour! The individuals that were on the tour with me made it even more fun. Our tour guide and driver, Tony, was very knowledgable about the area, its history, and wine making. This winery is large. The structure and outdoor area is very nice. Service is very courteous, attentive, and knowledgable. We were given 6 wines to taste. I really enjoyed the wine. I thought it was unique because their wine contains interesting ingredients, especially the sweet wines. A friend I met on the tour ordered a flat bread, and we shared it. The flat bread was delicious and paired well with the wine. Will definitely be back to explore more of their menu and wines! read more

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I have celebrated two or three birthdays here now and Fazeli Cellars never disappoints. As someone who works in the wine industry, I always appreciate visiting wineries that deliver both a beautiful experience and quality wines, and they absolutely do both. The wines are consistently impressive and well crafted, with options that appeal to both seasoned wine drinkers and casual guests. The property itself is stunning and makes for a perfect celebration setting. The views, architecture, and overall atmosphere feel elevated yet welcoming. They are also very accommodating for larger groups, which is one of the reasons I continue coming back for birthday celebrations. Service has always been attentive and organized even with bigger parties. The wine club is a great offering and adds to the overall experience. My only wish is that they offered shipping, as that would make staying connected to the wines much easier after visiting. Overall, a beautiful winery experience that I happily return to and recommend. read more

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Very disappointing experience. The wine was extremely low quality and definitely not what I expected from a winery. Unfortunately, the food was even worse--it was served cold, tasted old, and was honestly very unpleasant. We couldn't enjoy it at all. For the prices you pay at a winery, you expect decent wine, fresh food, and an enjoyable experience. Sadly, this place did not deliver on any of those. I would not recommend it and definitely would not return. read more

Food service and ambience were all great. Really enjoyed the food, wine flight and tasting. Service was great. Huge place with lots of seating and views. Live music bonus on Friday's. read more

Fazeli is a beautiful winery, on a hilltop, with a view of the valley. They have a restaurant baba joon, that serves Mediterranean Persian food, we recommend the gyro wrap. They have a large outdoor seating area for Al fresco dining. We loved their white wine 2022 norooz, which we enjoyed with dinner. read more

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Great ambiance and good quality wine! A must for sure! Food was delicious, especially the variety of hummus. Perfect pair with wines!

The grounds are gorgeous. The food was good. Service was friendly. They aren't super dog friendly (dogs can't go into any of the buildings and there are multiple). You do have to stay on the inner patio with a dog. We went on a Monday, so it was quiet. $10 glasses of select wine too, which was nice. We really enjoyed the wine here. The food was good -- I like that it's different than the rest of the area. Persian food. We ate some kebabs. The beef was SO overcooked we could barely cut it, which was a shame because it had good flavor. The chicken though was great, as was the rice, cucumber yogurt, and salad. read more

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This was the first stop on our wine tour and they were very under prepared. Nothing was set up, the wine was sitting in boxes out in the sun, and no one seemed to know we were coming there. We were directed to the tasting room while they set up the outdoor area but the lady inside promptly told us she wasn't ready and started complaining saying she needed 10-15 before she was able to serve us. Once she was ready she continued to complain that she was alone and the other person called out sick. Overall, it was a bad experience. read more

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I was "wowed" by this two-story winery. It was on a hilltop with great views of the vineyard and surrounding area. This was a great discovery with my girlfriend, @Te-see B. We enjoyed a wine tasting flight and brunch (available on weekends). The food service on-site is available by Baba Joon Kitchen. MENU HIGHLIGHTS: -Wine Flights in a towering holder. -Charcuterie Board of assorted meats, cheeses, olives and fruits. $42 -Chicken Shawarma Sando. $26 -Chicken Pesto Sando. $22 It was a fabulous feast for four adults. I highly recommend any casual wine drinker or serious wine lover to bookmark and try this wonderful place. Don't forget to tell'em that Rosemary and Te-see sent ya!! read more

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Very chill winery that has beautiful view and tasty red wine. We came around 12 Pm on a Sunday not too many people. The winery is in top of a hill where you can oversee the mountains. They have flights either $30 or $40 5 1 oz pours. We got the premier flight and all the red wines were delicious. Their food was pretty good, we got the braised lamb flat bread and turmeric shrimp salad. They had a BYO pasta bar that day as well but were too full. Overall solid winery that is quiet and great views! read more

I had the membership here when I was living in the area. It was my favorite spot for a solo date during the week and brunch spot to bring family and friends when they were visiting! Their food portions and options were my favorite across the board compared to the other wineries in the area, which ultimately got me to get their membership. Their sweet reds and sangria mixes were my main go-to for drinks as well! I had my two favorite workers that I always sought out on my wine bottle pick up days because their service and conversation always made my time there. Their names are completely escaping my mind right now, but it was one red headed female on the VIP side and one tall male on the general side. Don't know if that helps, but I hope they get the recognition they deserve by others as well! If living nearby again, I will definitely restart my membership. read more

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Some of the best red wines in the valley BJ is an amazing host and his wines are exceptional His specialty events are some of the best out on in the valley Very intimate and thoughtful We enjoy the Library wine events as well as his quarterly seasonal dinners Christopher is a top notch chef who does amazing things with this Persian influenced menu Thanks BJ for all you do for your members and guests We appreciate it ! read more

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Wow! Have not been to Fazeli's since Covid. Met my girlfriends there for lunch today. We were surprised that we could just walk in, no reservations required. We had a WONDERFUL TIME! Music was great, our server Tina was so lovely and our lunch was delicious...we had the charcuterie board and the Shwarma platter..chicken was freshed cooked, very generous portion for the three of us! Great experience, great service! Please go check them out! read more

went with the red wine tasting menu on a weekday morning. it was our first of three tastings that day. service was solid. we picked up a few bottles, but compared with the other wineries we tried in Temecula, I would have to say their wines and tastings are relatively expensive. We also did not know the dessert wine we purchase was a half bottle. Yikes! the views are nice. the restaurant was empty around 11am. we would have had food if it looked like they were serving. we would want to check out other places before we return to Fazeli. certainly, their neighbor's properties also look enticing. read more

Our second winery stop! WOW!!!! GORGEOUS estate/winery with a spectacular view. A very Mediterranean design & vibe here:) Not surprising since the owner, Bizhan Fazeli, is Persian, M.E. like moi:) As soon as we climbed up the stone staircase to the wine tasting room, I had to stop and take in the view. I felt like I was in Italy or some exotic Mediterranean location. The food served here is Middle Eastern/Mediterranean with plenty of vegetarian selections. We ordered: The Artisan Board ($42) 5/5 which was huge The Chicken Shawarma Platter ($26) 5/5 The Chicken Pesto Sandwich ($22) 5/5 Everything was DELICIOUS! *The Red wines were bold with lots of flavor. Since 2006, Fazeli Cellars has more than 20 varietals of boutique wines from Cabernet Sauvignon to Sauvignon Blanc, Petite Sirah to Mourvedre, and Viognier to Chardonnay. All have earned numerous prestigious festival competition awards along the loyalty of enthusiasts across the region. Fazeli Cellars' commitment to excellence has transformed his winery into home for high quality wines that pay homage to the rich cultural heritage of Ancient Persia with roots firmly planted in present day Southern California. *Open Monday - Sunday 10 am - 5 pm *Traditional wine tasting is offered daily - $25 per person (6 - 1oz pours); walk in basis only. *90 Minute Tour and Tasting Experience - Saturdays & Sundays at 11am & 1:00pm *Baba Joon's Kitchen 11am - 5pm Daily (walk-in basis only - last order 4:45pm *Brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm read more

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The ambience was great and the service was outstanding. The wines were great and we became members after our great experience that we had. read more

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Rozzette was soo rude !!! I had a really unpleasant experience during my wine tasting visit. The woman helping us ( Her name was Rozzette)had a clear attitude the entire time, especially toward me and my boyfriend. It honestly felt like once she saw that I had already made a purchase, she just didn't care anymore. During the tasting, she was cold, rushed, and barely explained anything about the wines. There was no effort to make it enjoyable or welcoming--just a lot of attitude and disinterest. It made us feel like we were an inconvenience rather than paying customers. A wine tasting is supposed to be fun and engaging, but her behavior completely ruined the vibe. Definitely not the kind of service you expect, and I will never, ever go back because of this experience. read more

They have a regular tasting menu as well as a flight menu. The wines were great. I loved their sweet red wine flight. The winery itself is very beautiful and the service is great. read more

Came here on a Saturday afternoon, it was very very dead. They did have some live music and there was a few an old people hanging out listening. Wine was okay. Service was okay. As there are so many wineries around, I'd say if you're traveling for a short time period, this isn't one you need to hit. It just sorta feels quite than all the others. Maybe it's more of a local spot read more

This winery was a nice place to visit. The wine selection was solid, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere was relaxing. The scenery was beautiful! Their "cinderella" fairy tale staircase was one of my favorite to take photos. Overall, it was a good experience and worth stopping by if you're in the area. Reason I'm giving 4 star cuz I have not try their food. read more

Came here for easter brunch. They had a great selection of breakfast food. I had the gyro bowl and the potatoes were so crispy and served with a perfectly cooked egg. The espresso martini was so delicious, probably the best one i've ever had. The alcohol selection was great, the large champagne glass was such a cool experience. Overall great time and great food. read more

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Dismissive and rude staff No greeting we were just standing there and no one greeted us and when we ordered from baba joon restaurant they didn't say anything as if they didn't hear us .we just left in confusion because there are so many other wineries around with nicer staff and better customer service.we left disappointed today read more

We ended up at this winery by mistake (we turned too soon) and were hungry, but the upstairs people told us they were closing soon (it was 4:40) and sent us downstairs. Then the downstairs people said they weren't open until 5:00. We were a little lost, confused, and frustrated until the chef took pity on us and gave us a little tour, told us his favorites from the menu, and told us we were welcome to sit down while the musical act was setting up and wait until the bar staff was ready to take our food order. The musicians ended up playing to a crowd of two (us!) and they were amazing! George and Gracie were their names and they gave us a private concert with all the songs we requested and then all songs from Minnesota complete with stories because we were all chatting this whole time and they knew we were from Minnesota. Our food came and it was ok, nothing to write home about (except for the caesar dressing which the chef said he made himself and it was amazing!) But hey, stop in for free live music so these entertainers have someone to play for! read more

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Beautiful property and great customer service but was disappointed in the wines, especially their chardonnay. Tried two different types of flights, the reds and the whites. Was bummed out because the wines were not great and the property is real nice. I got cat fished. Five stars for sure on the customer service. read more

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Very nice location , beautiful property either way great service . We shared a bottle of their Sauvignon blanc which is fruity fresh and nice green apple taste . Fun place and relaxed . Very recomendable read more

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Beautiful property to visit in Temecula Wine Country. We came for brunch on a Saturday. It was not crowded on the beautiful sunny day, which was surprising. They have a downstairs tasting area and restaurant. Upstairs is an expansive patio, another restaurant, and a members only lounge. Service was friendly and slow to start. We opted for the brussels appetizer - a huge portion of sprouts with a poached egg; the shakshuka - a tomato and olive sauce, feta, arugula and 3 poached eggs with 2 pitas; the log French toast - a huge cube topped with bacon-mascarpone, blueberry compote, and maple syrup. Portions are large and made for sharing. I asked for the bacon mascarpone to be on the side, which they forgot. Took time getting the cocktails too. Food was tasty and plentiful. Lovely spot to enjoy the view and relax. read more

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Hubby and I spent a weekend in Temecula to enjoy our new found wine club memberships, and happened upon Fazeli Cellars Winery from a recommendation. What a sweet spot on the "backside" with gorgeous views of rolling vineyard hills and a perfect setting for sunrise and sets. We got a tasting and enjoyed some sips of reds and purchased "Uproar", a limited edition red that we adored. Service was friendly and helpful, knowledgeable and honest, which we loved. Live music piped in from outdoors of a solo artists and his vintage guitar. We are excited to return to Fazeli to enjoy a longer stay, and hope to enjoy the grounds a bit more during the day... and YES we joined the wine club, so we will be visiting soon! read more

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We had out-of-town guests and wanted to show them the wine country. Picked Fazeli Cellars for lunch and it was excellent! It was a hot day so we sat inside but the outside looked lovely. Staff was personable and the food was delicious. read more

Came here to celebrate my parents birthday and anniversary. We booked a tour and it promptly started around 11 and we got a brief walkthrough of the facilities and wine making process. We were then treated to a flight of wines and a cheeseboard. Our guide, who I believe was named Tim? He was an older gentleman who was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He made the experience a good one! They did say certain parts of the tour were skipped due to heat (which is out of anybody's control) but I do wish we were compensated with maybe a free bottle or the most partial of refunds. The property itself was beautiful and it wasn't at all busy. We also ate at the restaurant and the food was great and so were our servers. read more

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We enjoyed the tour and tasting however our friends asked to purchase the sparkling wine, Wycliff brut. It was $32/ bottle. Its actually made by Gallo and sells only at wine shops for under $7. I expect to payback little more at the winery but thats outrageous. read more

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Was on a family vacay and had spent some date time with the Mr. here. We ordered the panar and the kabob, along with a bottle of Montepulciano. Disappointed with the kabob as it was cold, the entire dish! Not some portion of food, the protein and rice were cold, equivalent of a cold pizza. After a long day and starving we didn't say anything, just ate what we could of our kabob....... salad... yes it made our mood lighter saying it was a rice salad dish lol. We're unconfrontational people, but was thinking you couldn't have thrown it in the microwave? It's obviously not fresh made so let's not say their food is. The panar on the other hand was delicious and savory, and hot, pita was hot and stayed warm during a meal outside on a windy day. Overall, just go with the ponte or south coast winery. read more

Gorgeous place with a lovely view of Temecula's wine country. They boast in delicious wine and food too! They have a few different kinds of flights to choose from, wines by the glass and of course, bottles for purchase. I tried the Mixed flight ($25) with Sauvignon Blanc, Meritage and Shiraz and loved each one. Husband had the Red flight ($25) of Mehregan, Meritage and Shiraz and he enjoyed his as well. We were most impressed with the food here though! The Chicken Shawarma tacos ($20 for 3) and Artisan Board ($42) were sooooo good! The Artisan Board can easily be shared with 4 or more people. Although Fazeli came up as a dog friendly winery, they are not allowed inside. However, they have tables outside where families with puppers can sit. read more

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I had been wanting to come to Fazeli Cellars for the past couple of years as they always have so many public and special events listed on their website but never got a chance. So, finally I decide to take a date for Norooz event (Persian New Year). I expected a large number of Persian guests, good food, and good music but we were disappointed. The food was horrible, they ran out of desert (one type of cookie) and the music was not Persian except a couple of pre-recorded songs. Not worth it for $50 a head. I won't say I won't ever come back. I'm willing to try another event in the future but this one was not something to write home about. read more

We always go to Fazeli, we always receive the best service. We usually spend hours when we are there. Rosette is always fantastic. This review is in response to Mary G comments giving one star. Lies. The only reason you won't be going back to Fazeli is because you were asked to leave. My wife and I were in close proximity and witnessed the whole thing. We spent 3 hours enjoying our lunch and wine. Until you disrupted our good time with your loud rude demands. The woman Rosette you speak of served us. She was kind fun and very knowledgeable. She spent over an hour with you with hospitality. Later I learned that you had canceled your membership a year ago and came to pick up your last shipment. she still treated you with respect and gave complementary tastings worth $80. She went out of her way and treated you as a member but you kept insisting on more free stuff. You never made a purchase. When she started helping others is when you threw a fit. We heard you yell and disrespect other customers so your server called a manager. The only good news in this whole story is that ornament of a man that was standing with you is your 'boyfriend' and not your 'husband', either he speaks no English or he has no balls. My advice is for him to RUN, because your sense of entitlement will make his life hell. read more

You are missing out by not visiting this wonderful winery. Their food is really good - we had chicken pesto flatbread which was recommended and definitely a good call. Enough for two, so yummy. My Husband got roast beef Chiabotta it came w delicious salad. The wine is excellent. They are known for their reds. Their premiums are a bit pricey but really excellent. Take your time to relax its beautiful setting overlooking the valley. read more

We felt very welcomed into this winery. Had a really nice time. Can't speak on the food as we didn't eat but the wines we tasted were all delicious and complex. read more