Hosted By & Photography: @heatherandersonphotography
Planning & Design: @alwaysflawlessproductions
Floral: @mustardseedfloral
Rentals: @adorefolklore; @hostesshaven
Stationery: @sea.and.sun.calligraphy
Chef: @chefjillianfae
Venue: @rustyforkranch
Sponsors: @thefindlab @photogsedit @bigdaymade @whitewren
The beautiful winey setting provided the inspiration for this tablescape. Burgundy and deep dark red florals were used to represent the color of red wine and then accented with gold to provide the rich winery vibe in this simple yet elegant table. Those colors and flowers were carried through in the stationery as well to tie it all together.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Nestled in the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country, Wiens Family Cellars is a family owned winery oriented round a relaxed, friendly, and rural lifestyle. Enjoy your ceremony surrounded by lush vineyards and citrus groves with stunning views of the mountains. Celebrate your reception outdoors under the market lights or indoors in the open and inviting Event Pavilion which boasts a neutral palate and handcrafted details.
The beautiful winey setting provided the inspiration for these florals and this tablescape. Burgundy and deep dark red florals were used to represent the color of red wine and then accented with gold to provide the rich winery vibe in this simple yet elegant table.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Nestled in the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country, Wiens Family Cellars is a family owned winery oriented round a relaxed, friendly, and rural lifestyle. Enjoy your ceremony surrounded by lush vineyards and citrus groves with stunning views of the mountains. Celebrate your reception outdoors under the market lights or indoors in the open and inviting Event Pavilion which boasts a neutral palate and handcrafted details.
Click here to see more inspiration from this styled shoot on our website.
ABOUT THE VENUE: Nestled in the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country, Wiens Family Cellars is a family owned winery oriented round a relaxed, friendly, and rural lifestyle. Enjoy your ceremony surrounded by lush vineyards and citrus groves with stunning views of the mountains. Celebrate your reception outdoors under the market lights or indoors in the open and inviting Event Pavilion which boasts a neutral palate and handcrafted details.
A fairytale wedding in wine-country, what could be better? The rustic vibes as well as the deep colors work perfectly for the sunset wedding of your dreams.
Here’s the same table set up in the wine cave and outside on the patio. We love them both and can’t decide which is our favorite…
Location: Milagro Winery
Photography: Spotlight Studios
Coordinator: Kristana Marie Events
Florist: MFG Floral Design & Events
Designer & Rentals: Temecula Valley Party and Event Rentals
Rentals: TBD San Diego
Stationery: Paper Scissors Print
Favors: Temecula Olive Oil Company
5/12/17 | Lorimar Vineyard and Winery
Since this was a destination wedding for Katherine and Troy they wanted an
intimate wedding where their guests could feel like part of the experience and not just at another event. They wanted a whimsical winery wedding and they chose Lorimar Winery for their spring time in the vines, with a romantic and rustic wedding with warm hues of peach and coral.
Ingredients:
Venue: Lorimar Vineyard and Winery
Photography/ Videographer: Leah Marie Photography
Coordinator: Michelle Garibay Events
Florist: Soirée Design & Events
Rentals: Farm Tables & More; Madam Palooza; Signature Party Rentals
Catering: Temecula Royal Catering
Cake/ Desserts: Sugar Divaz Bake Shoppe
This styled shoot brought together glamour in countryside in a way that is fit for a couple that is looking for that sophisticated and natural touch. We wanted to highlight this beautiful space with details of gold, soft colors, and draped fabric. We filled the venue with gorgeous flowers and berries that create that fresh garden feeling. The bride and groom radiated grace, style, and love. These details came together to create a romantic and elegant ambiance in the midst of the vines. We loved putting together every detail of this shoot and hope you enjoy the photos attached.
It features a bride with a simple yet elegant style. Tones of blush, mauves and greens were the backdrop for many of our scenes. This bride is artistic and a tad glamours, wanting to remember every aspect of her day. We added a little touch of her love of art with geometric shapes. We needed to add in quiet moments for her and her new groom in the vines at sunset. The movement and simplicity of the reception gown was perfect for a dance in the barrel room with her groom. We hope to inspire the heartfelt bride who wants a intimate Wine country wedding but also cherishes both a touch of glamour and some of the quiet moments of the wedding day.
design team:
Location: Callaway Vineyard & Winery
Photography: Heather Anderson Photography
Coordinator: Blissfully Styled
Beauty: Beauty by Domenica
Wedding Arch: Enticing Tables
Catering: Love Cakes
Florist: Susan’s Floral Design
Rentals & Decor: Rickety Swank Vintage Rentals / Lily Oliver Vintage Rentals
8/18/2016 | Wilson Creek Winery
Jamie and Anthony met in high school and after many years they finally had their dream wedding at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula, CA. Their wedding was small, intimate and memorable which was captured in their beautiful rustic theme.
ingredients
Location: Wilson Creek Winery
Photography: Jennifer Demo Photography
Officiant: Your Perfect Ceremony
Gown: Alfred Angelo
Cake: Cute Cakes
Favors: Fancy Pop
Makeup: I DO Makeovers
Menswear: Men’s Wearhouse
Entertainment: Pro Sound DJs
Rentals: Rickety Swank
By: Jaime Purinton
Have you been dreaming about having a romantic vineyard wedding but can’t figure out how to bring Napa to your backyard?
Luckily for you, we have the inside scoop on a beautiful wine country right here in Southern California! Located just 45 minutes north of San Diego, Temecula Valley Wine Country has over 35 wineries, many of which have gorgeous wedding facilities and offer top notch food, award winning wine, and exceptional service.
From the minute you enter wine country, you know you are somewhere special and unique. Everything seems to slow down and you can feel the tranquility. Temecula Valley Wine Country is known for its dramatic scenery and relaxing atmosphere which is a perfect combination for a beautiful and stress free wedding. There is nothing quite like it in Southern California.
THE EXPERIENCE
Each winery offers a unique wedding experience for you and your guests ranging from rustic chic to grand elegance and everything in between. The options are endless, including jaw dropping sunset ceremonies and vine covered arbors set amidst perfectly manicured lawns, flowered arches with sweeping views of the valley in the background, intimate candle lit barrel rooms, and grand reception rooms all with their own personality and charm. In addition, there are several places for your guests to stay including quaint Bed and Breakfasts and full service resorts complete with spas, dining, and concierge services. Many guests choose to stay the weekend and participate in other local activities such as wine tasting, hot air balloon rides, golfing, horseback rides, and shopping in Old Town Temecula.
THE WINE & FOOD
Your guests will be impressed as they sip on award winning wine and sensational wine country cuisine created by some of the best chefs in Southern California. Nothing is average in wine country, especially the wine and food. With all of the time spent by the winemakers to create incredible wine, it would all be for nothing if the food wasn’t up to par. Good food paired with good wine is part of the wine country culture. Many of the wineries offer complimentary wine pairing to maximize your guest’s experience.
THE SERVICE
People are down right friendlier in wine country. It probably has to do with the wine and atmosphere, but it definitely shows in the warm and welcoming service that is provided.
Most wineries have professional staff coordinators that are included in the wedding package. They know the ins and outs of their winery and will assist you with all of the planning start to finish. They have insider knowledge of their winery and know the best photo spots, who the greatest local vendors are, the most popular wines, and so much more. You and your guests will feel like a member of the wine country family.
Just because you live in San Diego doesn’t mean you can’t have the vineyard wedding of your dreams!
Savoring Wine, Vines & Love
By: Kristen Castillo
Friends and family, a beautiful venue and a glass of wine in hand. For many couples, that’s the perfect wedding.
Whether or not you love wine, a winery wedding could be ideal. With great weather, rich landscapes and lots of room to celebrate, wineries and their accompanying vineyards can be very inviting.
“Not only are wine country weddings absolutely stunning and picturesque, they have such a relaxed feel,” says Jaime Purinton, events sales manager at Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula. “They are perfect for that couple that wants a gorgeous wedding but wants their guests to feel like they are welcome.”
Read on as we introduce you to some of the best winery experiences in the San Diego and Temecula region.
LORIMAR VINEYARDS AND WINERY
Opened in May 2012, this 22-acre Temecula estate is family owned and home to grape vines and citrus groves.
“It’s a serene and tranquil environment,” says Patrick McIlvain, general manager of Lorimar Vineyards and Winery. “It’s truly an escape from the day to day.”
The winery can host weddings small and large. Intimate weddings are suitable for the Parlour Room, which fits up to 60 guests; or in the barrel for up to 175 guests. Larger events with up to 200 guests are typically held in the vineyard, which includes a built-in arbor; or on the sunset patio, which accommodates up to 200.
“Our sunset patio overlooks rolling hills and mauve sunset colors shining through,” says McIlvain.
Lorimar offers walk-through wine tours and a stomping station where you and your guests can jump in a barrel and pretend to stomp grapes, à la Lucille Ball in “I Love Lucy.”
The winery takes customer service and attention to detail very seriously.
“We create a calm ambiance so you can relax on your big day,” says McIlvain, noting brides get ready for the wedding in a bridal suite, while grooms prepare in a decked out RV complete with foosball, recliners and a fridge, among other amenities.
WIENS FAMILY CELLARS
Known for its “Big Reds” red wines, Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula is family owned.
For an indoor ceremony and reception, the Event Pavilion hosts weddings with up to 250 guests. For something more intimate, consider the barrel room – it has American and French oak barrels and can accommodate 100 guests for a ceremony and cocktail hour or 50 guests for a seated reception.
“Our Barrel Room is a jaw dropping space to use for a wedding,” says Purinton. “Many guests gasp when they walk in for the first time.”
The Vineyard View ceremony and reception site backs up to the vines and is perfect for outdoor weddings with fewer than 200 guests. There’s also a Mountain View Amphitheater and Patio which features a rustic arbor and seats up to 300 guests.
“We also are big fans of the Farm-to-Table movement and use as many local farms as possible for our food,” says Purinton.
The winery’s extensive menu includes free-range chicken breast, New York strip steak, wild salmon and gourmet mac and five-cheese pasta.
FALKNER WINERY
Nestled on a 1500-foot hill, Falkner Winery in Temecula has what owner Loretta Falkner calls, “Panoramic hilltop views of vineyards, mountains and painted sunsets.”
The winery, which is 25 acres, has both an indoor and an outdoor wedding venue. The Yard-Garden Package, which has sunset and vineyard views, offers a ceremony and reception in romantic tree-lit Yard-Garden area adjacent to the tasting room.
There’s also the option to marry in a vineyard pathway, followed by a reception inside in the private Pinnacle restaurant. The candlelit barrel room is another ceremony or reception option.
“We’re all about good customer service,” says Falkner, who notes her owner involvement keeps her in-the-know about wedding and events on property.
The winery has a solid reputation as a leader in the region.
“Eighty-five percent of all our wines have won awards,” says Falkner. “We’re a boutique quality winery. We pride ourselves on really good food and wine.”
EUROPA VILLAGE
Opened in 2011, Europa Village can accommodate up to 200 guests.
“We offer an old-world feel,” says the venue’s Lisa Ferguson. “It’s just beautiful. You feel like you’re in a small town in Europe. It’s an intimate feeling.”
Like many wineries in the Southern California region, Europa Village gets brides and grooms from the surrounding areas like San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles and Arizona.
“We love sitting with the bride and groom and creating a custom menu,” says Ferguson. “We design something that’s uniquely theirs.”
Europa Village has many photo opportunities, such as the vines, the C’est La Vie tasting room, the cave, which has an Italian feel, and near a vintage wine cart from the 1800’s.
“You and your guests can stay on-site at the Inn at Europa, which has 10 rooms. “It’s homey and comfortable,” says Ferguson.
MONTE DE ORO WINERY
Open for nearly three years, Monte de Oro Winery has a 10,000 square foot patio overlooking the Temecula valley.
“You can have that gorgeous vineyard feel for half the cost of Napa,” says Kelly Harris, the venue’s event sales and catering manager.
The patio space seats 400 guests; the barrel room fits 300 people; and the tasting room can accommodate 160 guests for a seated dinner.
Receptions in the main tasting room have a great view too. “Even when you’re inside, you feel like you’re outside because it’s so beautiful,” says Harris.
Another great feature of the tasting room is the 16 x 16 glass floor, which is often used as a dance floor.
Grab your photographer and head outside for some breathtaking photos. “We go into the vineyard with the bride and groom and they get some amazing shots,” Harris says, noting the orange groves next to the vineyard also make for pretty pics.
Adventurous couples may want to pose for photos in the venue’s rectangular fountain.
“I’ve had couples get in the fountain,” says Harris. “It’s a gorgeous photo opportunity that ends up being pretty neat.”
DESTINATION WINE COUNTRY WEDDINGS
Destination Wine Country Weddings helps brides and grooms coordinate destination weddings in Temecula’s wine country.
“Brides want a destination wedding,” says Sheri Proskow of Destination Wine Country Weddings. “It’s a romantic winery. How can you not want romance?”
Destination Wine Country Weddings offers a one-stop-shopping approach to help brides and grooms coordinate weddings at a variety of venues in the Temecula area, including private estates, villas and wineries.
“The vineyards are a big draw,” says Troy Buck, a photographer who works with Destination Wine Country Weddings. “Just about anywhere you go is rolling hills or vineyards.”
Couples and their guests love the charm of the region. “There are a lot of antique and historical buildings here. It’s fantastic, “ says Proskow. “This area is amazing.”
Wherever you host your winery wedding, consider exploring the vino theme. You can arrange your place cards in cork holders, give guests custom labeled bottles of your venue’s wine and invoke the romance of wine colors like grape and deep burgundy. Cheers to you and your groom!
By: Guest Writer Jaime Purinton
Have you been searching for the perfect venue for your wedding but can’t seem to find the one that takes your breath away? With the ambitious development of many amazing and unique wedding options in the Temecula Valley, located just 45 minutes north of San Diego, you will be sure to find a venue that will take your breath away. From vibrant vineyards to classy country clubs and everything in between, Temecula Valley has a wide variety of options that will fit any personality and style.
Vineyard weddings are the valley’s forte and they offer an exceptionally romantic experience for your wedding. The choices in wine country are endless, including jaw dropping sunset ceremonies performed under gorgeous vine covered arbors, sweeping views of the vineyards in the background, intimate candle lit barrel rooms, and grand reception spaces all with their own personality and beauty. Local fare is carefully paired with award winning wines in order to give your guests the ultimate wine country cuisine experience. Some wineries even have luxurious accommodations including guest rooms, spas, and concierge services, while others offer more of an intimate experience.
If a vineyard wedding isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other elegant wedding venue options available. Temecula Valley is home to some of the best country clubs surrounded by world class golf courses that offer stunning wedding sites. Wedding packages can be tailored to include everything from golf packages, rehearsal dinners, accommodations, wine tasting tours, and post wedding brunches. You are able to book one amazing venue for all of your wedding events, accommodations, and guest entertainment.
Maybe an urban setting with modern décor and a late night after party is the style you prefer. A stunning city view from one of the Valley’s casinos is also a popular choice by many. You will have plenty of time to dance the night away in the after party lounge that stays open until 2am. Guest accommodations are available along with multiple entertainment options, a highly acclaimed spa, five star dining, and gambling for your guests.
If your dream wedding is more of a storybook setting under glowing string lights hanging from century old oak trees, Temecula Valley has several wooded sites that will fit your vision. One of the sites is set next to a hundred and fifty year old historical stone house and is known for it’s Farm-to-Table dinner options. It is truly a magical venue your guests will never forget!
Whether your dream wedding includes a romantic vineyard, a classic country club, a modern lounge, or a historic site under century old oak trees, Temecula Valley has them all. Take a weekend to visit and see for yourself the variety of wedding venue options available in Temecula Valley. Enjoy your time sipping on wine, savoring local cuisine, and taking in the beautiful sights of the valley while finding your dream wedding venue.