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Leoness Cellars

4.2 (2.5k reviews)
Closed 11:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Yurie H.

My favorite winery in Temecula. The vibe is beautiful and food at restaurant is good! We came here twice the past weekend. Parking is tough in the weekend so recommend coming in weekday or early weekend. The first time we came we sat at the restaurant and ordered glasses of wine salad and duck fat liver dip. Both dishes were delicious and the Syrah was my favorite wine. For the tasting, they offer 5 one oz glass for $30. We loved the Zinfandel and the cab! On weekdays the member only Terrance is available foe nonmembers so we sat there for lunch on a Monday. The food is better at restaurants but the duck fat fries were delicious! Overall a beautiful winery with tasty wine and good restaurants food. Would love to come back here again during dinner!

Truffle fries are awesome and homemade ketchup is equally as delicious
Oswaldo G.

Love this winery reds are delicious and food is very good on the members terrace. (Truffle fries)

Liz V.

My family's favorite winery! Beautiful scenery, quality wines, delicious food, and very accommodating service. We always have such a fun time here and can spend a whole day laughing, soaking in the ambiance and enjoying each other's company. We try to make a trip here any time we visit, and my family are members so it's nice that we get free tastings and they get wine to take home that we can try more of. The seating is always full but it never feels too busy or crowded. Valet parking is available or there is also self-parking on the gravel lot in the back. Definitely recommend visiting, enjoy!

Serenity our server
Barbara W.

Started morning here with friends from finger lakes region of NY whom enjoy wine tasting. This place was a hit with the views straight away. We were there at 11 and they weren't ready for us to have a tasting for another 40 minutes but they were very friendly and there was a shop and of course lovely venue. We had our tasting outside at the table and Serenity was lovely and served excellent red wines and an order of hummus which was delish. The only downside was my friends liked it so much nothing else compared! It was easy to get to and I will definitely return on my own again. Friends took home a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Truffle fries
Cyndi C.

We have tried their restaurant at both locations the terrace and the indoor restaurant. We like both but enjoy more the terrace due to the ambiance. Being outdoor on a nice sunny day with the right temperature hits the spot. Their food we have no complains, especially their truffle fries! The service has always been great! And they have a good selection of both red and white wines. When you are a member you have your perks for sure. Make sure to call ahead to make sure seating is available.

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Jana H.

Oh my God, everything went well! The food was so on point and delicious, I love their chef! The wine is spectacular! And it's so good. I joined the winery again while I was here.! Our white person was Brianna and she gave us excellent service and was such a nice and personable gal.! I highly recommend this place and I belong to here for over 10 years and I quit here during the pandemic and now I'm rejoining because that's how good it is! You also get 10% off in the restaurant and the gift shop and you also get a percentage off on your wines depend

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Jazmine M.

Food was amazing and what was even better than service! Our server was Julia and she was phenomenal very attentive and great suggestions! Thank you Julia for An amazing experience!

Everyone had their own individual menu reminder Leoness printed up so beautifully
Cindy R.

We had the BEST dining experience at Leoness with a rehearsal party of 20. Leoness had a print out and seating card for each guest who chose their entree and dessert prior-very elegant. We ordered shareable appetizers (all were delicious !) and truffle fries (major yummy!) and champagne to celebrate the occasion. Garden salads were chosen for all. Entrees selected prior were Salmon, chicken, mushroom risotto or steak. Everything could not have been more delicious, excellent service in a beautiful setting at the winery. Robert was so easy to work with and gave us a memorable dining experience. I have had nothing but compliments from my guests and am so so happy we chose Leoness to celebrate this happy occasion! I would use Leoness again for any happy occasion.

This is how beautiful Leoness Wine Cellar Room was decorated.
Debbie C.

The wine & the Leoness burger was so juicy and delicious and we love it. Our food & wine server, Luke, was very kind & welcoming & so friendly. Everyone here is so happy. & The Zinfandel is so good too-- I can taste the plum. My sister & I decided to make Monday "funday" so we've been coming every Monday so far. We're so glad to see Erin in the tasting room - We love her too. We will be back soon. Gabriel & Serenity also treat us like family & made sure we were cared for.

Premium Tasting Menu of the Vineyard Series reds.
Nate V.

Leoness Cellars delivers a true five-star experience--breathtaking views, outstanding food, and warm, knowledgeable staff. Their Vineyard Series offers Temecula's best Napa-style bold reds, all within a timeless, classic winery atmosphere.

Jamie A.

My friend Amy K bought a bunch of bottles here for the holidays and added me to her membership. I hadn't been here in a while and my husband and I came in for some tastings on a nice summery spring day. Unfortunately, we didn't have a great experience as the person pouring our wines that day was cold, judgmental and in short - just rude. We tried to take the polite route and kill her with kindness, but there was no thawing that icy exterior. She was extremely picky about the order we chose wines, didn't want to hear criticisms and treated us poorly. She made a face when I poured out their dry rose which I mentioned had a sour taste. We attempted to lighten it up and talked about traveling to South America and the wines they have there she just said, we don't have those at Leoness since only grow wines that grow well here! Okay, that ended our efforts of making any small talk. We were having a dinner party and wanted to pick up a few reds, but ended up leaving with 1. Picked up the other bottles at Danza on our way home. I also reached out to the winery on my own regarding my negative experience, but no one followed up. I will say that I have been here and had good experiences with other staff in their tasting room, so this experience could have been an anomaly. Also, as mentioned previously we had an outstanding tour with Holly which made us return to Leoness later. However, there are dozens of options in Temecula! I don't need to come back to this winery. I have visited other Temecula vineyards and they have all treated their guests and members well.

Like a Leoness !!
Lety S.

It's beautiful and scenic, come take your pictures here lol. The wine it's delicate, intricate & hip, you won't have any regrets hosting & staying for their Delicious food. My favorite Wine is 2020 CS Melange de Revés it was aromatic & dramatically tasteful yet elegantly exquisite, had to take a whole bottle home to celebrate my upcoming Birthday lol. Service is excellent & chill no rushing or pushing anything. Wine tasting starts at $30 per person. The winery is amazing with picturesque delights to your eyes for every occasion. Enjoy free parking and easy walk to cellars.

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2 months ago

Food delicious, service great, and Ambiance can't be beat. Look forward to return and have there wine that is always excellent.

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Beautiful winery, food, wine and service excellent! Lisa is tasting room was very knowledgeable, a fun stop in Temecula

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We loved it! The service was great and the food was very good. We will be back when we come back to Temecula

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22 days ago

I love everything about Leoness, but can you please bring back the old Charcuterie board, it was sooo much better than the current version.

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What a great place, food, service, ambiance are all top notch. The wine is also the best we ever had! Will always go back there!

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Had an amazing time wine tasting with Evan! He was very funny, kind, and knowledgeable. Hope to return soon!

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Ask the Community - Leoness Cellars

Is the INDOOR Restaurant for LUNCH (Mon-Fri) only available to members?

Hi Roe, The Restaurant at Leoness is open to everyone during our regular business hours Fridays -… Read more

Cost of tasting?

Hi Lorraine, Here are two options for you for tastings at Leoness:… Read more

Is it true that Leoness now charges $40 for parking?

No No, I didn't pay anything for the parking.

Are you wheelchair accessible?

Hi Anna! Yes, our property meets ADA requirements.

Do i need to make a reservation for 2 for wine tasting or just for the restaurant?

No, you can just walk in for a tasting for 2!

Is this location pet friendly?

We are. Services dogs only on the Member's Terraces and in the Tasting Room due to limited spacing and then all other friendly dogs are allowed around the outdoor property (restaurant patio seating only). We do ask that they remain on their leash… Read more

Is reservations recommended for party of 4 on a Saturday?

Yes, I highly recommend making reservations. specifically, on the weekends.

Does the restaurant have air conditioning?

No AIR CONDITIONING IN THE RESTAURANT AREA. JUST FANS. AIR CONDITIONING IS ONLY IN THE TASTING ROOM

We booked the Wine & Dine option. Is a friendly, quiet, and well behaved dog allowed with us?

Hi there! Please call our Guest Services Department at 951.302.7601 ex 2 so that they may double check if there are others on this particular tour with you.

Just have interested to know is the restaurant outdoor seating still not pet friendly?

At the restaurant, we allow pets outside on the patio, just not inside.

Can you make a resteraunt reservation for two? Or is it First come first serve.?

Reservations are recommended for a group of 6 and more. For two it should be ok to walk in. I have done that before. (If you are planning to go on a holiday weekend it might be better to call and make a reservation )

Can you order and eat food while the rest of your party tastes wine on the tour? (not in the restaurant)

I didn't see anyone eating in the tasting area in my last visit. Only people eating was in the restaurant.

Do u guys do bottomless mimosas?

Hi Maria! Our mimosas are available by the glass.

Is the restaurant dog friendy?

I did not see any dogs when I was there but I'm sure therapy dogs are welcome.

Do we need to reserve for wine tastings for a group of 10?

No. The lower area for tasting has lots of space. It does get busy.

Is there live music on the weekend?

Not right now...but pre lockdown they did have a solo artist there performing acoustically on Saturday and/or Sunday...typically a few hours or so...I would guess they start that again as we get closer to summer

Are you dog friendly?

Hi Kris! We do allow service dogs only on our Member’s Terraces due to spacing limitations. All other dogs are welcome around the outdoors provided they remain on their leash,… Read more

Is the restaurant open on Tuesdays?

Hi Shinea! The restaurant is open weekends only. Friday 11:30-6:00pm, Saturday 11:30-6:00pm and… Read more

Are you allowing outside food when wine tasting?

Hi Danielle! Thank you for asking prior to visiting us at the winery. We do not allow outside food or drink on property. Please call our host department for options on food service at 951.302.7601 ex 2.

I was unable to see this on their website, but does anyone know if they're vegan-friendly? or offer vegan options?

If you're asking about food, I would say they do not have a dedicated vegan section on either the terrace or restaurant menu...however they have veggie shareables at the terrace and restaurant; a roasted beet salad, strawberry salad, Brussel… Read more

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Review Highlights - Leoness Cellars

For wine we aren't really into reds but they have a great wine voitgeur and a white merlot rose that's delicious.

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Temecula: Lovely, peaceful winery with easy level parking, beautiful architecture and friendly…read morestaff. Five of us converged on this winery around 4pm to get there well before it closed at 6pm. Ample time for tasting and food on a Thursday. After a delightful tasting of reds, I ordered a glass of great Tempranillo followed by a fabulous Zinfandel with dinner. Others ordered the Pinot Grigio, and we were all very happy with our choices. The food service was similar to some other wineries where you order at the cashier inside and they bring you the food. The Roman Artichokes were fresh and inviting. The pepperoni and sausage pizza was absolutely delicious! Loved it. Crusty, bubbly and the pepperoni & sausage had authentic Italian flavor. Not too thick not too thin just right. Julie's Favorite - a margarita pizza with fresh tomato and fresh basil- was lacking & flat in flavor, perked it up with the parmesan and red pepper flakes. Cobb Salad was salad art and more than enough for two people. Polpette e marinara meatballs. Order it. Served warm in a little croc to hold in the warmth. Long review, we weren't there for a long time but we were there for a good time. It's a bit off the main Rancho California Road, but a lovely drive. Plug for Somerset winery which was just next-door had live music-so it's an easy way to hit two wineries with minimal driving. Or Ubering. Salute!

I have visited often. I just went to the restaurant the first few visits. You need to order at the…read morecashier and the food is brought to you so don't expect table service. The bolognese and the spicy meatball pizza are terrific. The patio seating has nice views of the vineyard and often has live music. When I finally went in for a tasting I was very happy. The wines are delicious and Sabina was fun and informative. I joined and have very much enjoyed the members private area and eating the delicious food with a discount and a complimentary glass of wine. The tempranillo and the petite syrah are favorites.

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Weekday Tastings (M-F): $22/person (plus tax) for 6 varietals. Weekend Tastings (Sat/Sun):…read more$30/person for 6 varietals. IMO, the best red wines in Temecula Valley! We've visited many times over the years, as this is one of our favorite wineries (and we used to be members). Howard and Roxy are always providing wonderful service and insightful information regarding GB's wines and food pairings. Typically, the tastings include varietals grown at the estate, such as Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Roussanne, with other varietals sourced from Temecula vineyards. They also offer three (3) wonderful dessert wines made from Primitivo grapes (standard, vanilla, and mocha flavors). These are a little lighter than most Port or Port-style and Late Harvest dessert wines. Each tasting comes with a small package of baked bread sticks or gourmet chips for wine clique members, and recently they've offered pre-made charcuterie trays. I always preface my winery reviews by saying that wine tasting is subjective to the individual's palate, service is not. The wines I like/dislike, you may hate/love. I always suggest that you try and decide for yourself. There's a large indoor tasting room, as well as a large, covered patio offering great views of the surrounding vineyards, hills, and neighboring wineries. They also have a separate area away from the tasting facility that hosts weddings and other events. I can't recommend Gershon Bachus highly enough for fantastic wines and great service.

We had multiple people recommend this winery to us and having visited Temecula many times, we…read morefinally decided to give it a shot. The service was extremely slow for there only being 3 tables, including us. We were there for almost an hour and a half and it felt like the tasting was getting dragged out. The wines weren't great for our taste, but that's subjective. Our wine pourer said he "judged us from the moment we walked in" which was a very odd and off putting statement.

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