Wineries-Inviting Wine Ethusiasts!

Since its opening in 1994, Orfila Vineyards has been the recipient of more than 1,300 medals in major national and international competitions - a testament to the complexity, grace and opulence of its wines.

The winery has been adopted by San Diego as a favorite venue for celebrations. It has beautiful facilities for weddings, anniversary parties, corporate events, fundraisers and all types of community revelry.

Orfila Vineyards Day in San Diego County
September 19, 2006, was proclaimed Orfila Vineyards & Winery Day in San Diego County by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The proclamation applauds award-winning wines, history of innovation and sustainable agriculture, and success in putting San Diego on the international wine map!

An Important Part of Our Integrated Pest Management Program

Animals are on nearly everyone's mind when they drive to the San Pasqual Valley, home to Orfila Vineyards and the famed San Diego Wild Animal Park.

Most visitors are focused on the lions, tigers and bears in the park, but the local falcons, bats and barn owls are more important to the local environment. This trio of winged critters are natural and voracious predators and a key part of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. They help keep grape marauders, such as starlings, rodents and insects in check.

Visitors often notice the “owl boxes” that are strategically positioned in the vineyard. Each barn owl box provides a place for the barn owls to roost in the fall and a safe place to nest and raise a family of owlets (5-7 per box) in the spring. The IPM program is part of our efforts to support sustainable watershed management and be both good neighbors and good caretakers of the land. Winemaker and GM Leon Santoro was a member of the Wine Institute’s first committee on sustainable agriculture.


Our Tasting Room Offers Award-Winning Wines, Gourmet Treats and Collectibles for Connoisseurs

When visiting San Diego, be sure to add Orfila Vineyards and Winery to your must-see list. The winery is located just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego on the way to the Wild Animal Park. It is situated in the beautiful San Pasqual Valley within a 10,000-acre agricultural preserve.

Enjoy a picturesque view of the mountains and vineyards while sampling one of our award- winning wines. Treat yourself to six tastings for just $10.

Our Tasting Room and Gift Shoppe features a great selection of our award-winning wines and a vast array of gourmet delectables, including gourmet olive oils and grapeseed oils. Our Gift Shoppe is also noted for its collection of wine-related gifts, books, and candies. Fabulous Orfila Gift Baskets and custom labeling are available by special order.

Gourmet cheese and snacks are available for purchase – or arrange a lunch, dinner, or private wine tasting with our Special Events team.

Hours
The Tasting Room and Gift Shoppe are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
(Closed major holidays: New Year’s Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day)
Call (760) 738-6500 extension 22 for more information.

Wine Tasting
Enjoy six wine tastings for only $10 per person.

Free Daily Tours
Educating people about fine wines is a delightful part of our job! At 2 p.m. daily, you are invited to a complimentary tour that details the process of winemaking from our vineyard to our cellar. Our 25-minute tour is the perfect prelude to a tasting of our great wines. (Reservations not required; please wear comfortable shoes.)

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Orfila-Ornamnet Of California,the exotic picnic spot1

Orfila produces award-winning Rhone-style wines from grapes grown on our hillside estate located approximately 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean and from other renowned grape-growing regions in coastal California. Since its opening in 1994, Orfila Vineyards has been the recipient of more than 1,300 medals in major national and international competitions - a testament to the complexity, grace and opulence of its wines. The winery has been adopted by San Diego as a favorite venue for celebrations. It has beautiful facilities for weddings, anniversary parties, corporate events, fundraisers and all types of community revelry.

Orfila Vineyards Day in San Diego County
September 19, 2006, was proclaimed Orfila Vineyards & Winery Day in San Diego County by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The proclamation applauds award-winning wines, history of innovation and sustainable agriculture, and success in putting San Diego on the international wine map!
An Important Part of Our Integrated Pest Management Program

Animals are on nearly everyone's mind when they drive to the San Pasqual Valley, home to Orfila Vineyards and the famed San Diego Wild Animal Park.

Most visitors are focused on the lions, tigers and bears in the park, but the local falcons, bats and barn owls are more important to the local environment. This trio of winged critters are natural and voracious predators and a key part of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. They help keep grape marauders, such as starlings, rodents and insects in check.
Visitors often notice the “owl boxes” that are strategically positioned in the vineyard. Each barn owl box provides a place for the barn owls to roost in the fall and a safe place to nest and raise a family of owlets (5-7 per box) in the spring. The IPM program is part of our efforts to support sustainable watershed management and be both good neighbors and good caretakers of the land. Winemaker and GM Leon Santoro was a member of the Wine Institute’s first committee on sustainable agriculture.

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Menghini-A Place To Get Mesmerized! Beautiful Spot To Enjoy

Menghini Winery, located in Julian, California, another destination for wine and picnic lovers. A tailor perfect destination for the wine lovers.
Here they produce many fine wines including a '98 Chardonnay, a dry light wine, no oak, with a crisp, clean finish; a '98 Sauvignon Blanc, a soft, dry, easy to drink wine good with numerous dishes; a '98 Trinity, a Meritage; a field blend of Carignane, Grenache & Mourvedre, an excellent light style red made in the Rhone tradition; and a '97 Cabernet Sauvignon, a heavy-bodied wine with a great berry-like character. Other wines are also available as so is a variety of cheeses, salamis, olives, preserves, crackers, and other wine-related items.
The Menghini Winery is also home to the annual grape stomp in September where music, food, wine and of course the stomping barrel make this an unforgettable event! Adventure ,wine tasting and fine food are the guaranteed things Menghini offers.

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wine lovers wish-Orfila Winery

An award winning Orfila Vineyards & winery lies in the north of Sand Diego. Exotic Vine yard sprawled near Wild Animal Park is just matchless. Impossible to put in words, one has to really experience.

Situated exactly 15minutes away from Ocean Pacific, the vine yard has been blessed with cooling coastal breezes that produce exceptional grapes. Located in the smallest American Viticulture Area (AVA) in the state, Orfila wines have put San Diego on the international wine map. Since its opening in 1994, Orfila Vineyards has been the recipient of more than 1,300 medals in major national and international competitions – a testament to the complexity, elegance, and opulence of its wines.This winery has been adopted as a hot spot for locals as well as visitors.A sort of event venue it has become! Orfila wines are available at the winery’s picturesque tasting room overlooking our 70-acre estate, Orfila produces award-winning Rhone-style wines from grapes grown on our hillside estate located approximately 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean and from other renowned grape-growing regions in coastal California.

Since its opening in 1994, Orfila Vineyards has been the recipient of more than 1,300 medals in major national and international competitions - a testament to the complexity, grace and opulence of its wines.

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Family owned business-wine and wineries.Only Determination Is The Qualification!

Bryan Babcock is considered as one of the brightest stars in wine making as he got selected for ‘Ten Best Wine makers of the year.’ He was also named as ‘The most courageous Winemaker of the Year’ for his distinct style. Bryan is in this wine making business since 1984,as his family owned business.
Bryan chased his dreams of enhancing his family owned business. His wines speak themselves, yet his commitment to excellence is so high that it keeps on pushing him constantly. His willingness to experiment and explore with so many grape varieties is worth mentioning.

It all started a way back in 1978,Walt and Mona Babcock changed their profession from dental practice and restaurateurs. Their search for led them to buy 110 acres of land on the western edge of Santa Ynez in Santa Barbara Country. Babcocks planted vine yard in 25 acres as they knew it was a fledgling of wine. Every calculation fell right on their side, and they took a plunge in wine making. 1984 was a time of ‘now or never‘ for Babcocks. They pursued their dream.

Still owned by family this business has been expanded unimaginably. From 25 acres of wine yard they have reached up to 80 acres!What has Bryan excited these days is the promotion of a newly BATF approved appellation, Santa Rita Hills. Named for the hills that lie in the western end of the Santa Ynez Valley between two other ranges-- the Purisimas to the north and the Santa Rosas to the south-- this region is situated at its closest point within 10 miles of the Pacific Ocean.
Brayan, has the business acumen of thinking ‘out of the box.’ So a sure shot of success for Bryan.

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Best Wines And Wineries Of The World!Who doesn't want to know?

A wine lover's dream would be a trip to California!Wine flows in abundance here.The most popular wineries in California is Napa and Sonoma valleys. The wine prepared here at California is available in other parts os the state.Each region has its own distinct flavor to offer created by mocro climates.In general,hot days and cool nights are the theme of vine yards found in California.

No matter what it is,California wine tour is the most sought after to feel fresh.It will be pleasant and rewarding.Bicycle,train,and hot ait balloon tours are available here for every one.Those who want to take less traveled road ,they can enjoy paso robles or temecula areas.

Whatever part you travel,excellent accommodation ,mouth watering food,unimaginable scenic beauty make you gaping. Here travelers can enjoy mud bath,fountains and gardens. Visitors are given safety and taken to the wineries. Actually they show how wine is made and aloow them to taste.

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