What are the tasting room hours at A Walk in the Woods Winery?

A Walk in the Woods Winery's tasting room hours are Fri-Sun 11am-5pm. Hours can change seasonally, so confirm with the winery before visiting.

Do I need a reservation to visit A Walk in the Woods Winery?

A Walk in the Woods Winery generally welcomes walk-ins, though reservations are a good idea on busy weekends.

Is A Walk in the Woods Winery dog-friendly?

Yes - A Walk in the Woods Winery is dog-friendly. Call ahead to confirm current pet policies before you visit.

Is A Walk in the Woods Winery wheelchair accessible?

Yes - A Walk in the Woods Winery offers wheelchair accessible facilities.

A Walk in the Woods Winery | Temecula Valley

About A Walk in the Woods Winery

A Walk in the Woods Winery at 39770 De Portola Road is one of Temecula Valley's most charmingly named and naturally situated estate wineries, nestled among the oak-studded hills of the De Portola Wine Trail on the western edge of the appellation. Founded in 2010, the winery embraces its forested, off-the-beaten-path character, the name itself is an invitation to slow down, leave the busier Rancho California Road corridor behind, and discover what Temecula Valley wine looks like when it's surrounded by trees rather than traffic.

The De Portola Road location gives A Walk in the Woods access to the cooler, more marine-influenced western side of the Temecula Valley AVA, where afternoon breezes from the Pacific moderate temperatures and extend the growing season compared to the warmer valley floor. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Viognier are the primary productions, reflecting both the estate's warm-climate strengths and the aromatic white wine character that Viognier achieves particularly well in Temecula's dry, sun-warmed growing conditions.

The winery's rustic, woodland aesthetic is a deliberate counterpoint to Temecula Valley's more polished estate destinations, picnic areas under the oaks, a relaxed and unhurried tasting room atmosphere, and the kind of personal hospitality that small family wineries deliver when they haven't outgrown their original character. The Friday through Sunday schedule keeps the operation intimate and the experience genuinely personal.

"A Walk in the Woods is exactly what the name promises, a quiet, shaded, unhurried Temecula Valley wine experience that feels like a genuine escape from the appellation's busier visitor destinations."

Walk-ins are welcome Friday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm with a $20 tasting fee. The De Portola Road setting makes A Walk in the Woods a natural pairing with neighboring estates on the trail, including Lumiére and other westside producers who share the corridor's quieter, more agricultural character. For visitors to Temecula Valley who want something genuinely different from the large event-venue wineries, this is the detour worth taking.

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What We Liked

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Featured Wines

Red · Estate

Cabernet Sauvignon

Temecula Valley Estate

The estate flagship, warm, generous dark fruit with the structure that De Portola Road's western Temecula positioning delivers. Approachable now, capable of short-term aging.

~$30

★★★★

Red Wine

Syrah

Temecula Valley

Rich and spice-forward with the peppery, dark-fruited character that Syrah achieves in Temecula's warm Mediterranean growing conditions. Full-bodied and satisfying.

~$28

★★★★

White Wine

Viognier

Estate

Aromatic and full-bodied with peach and floral notes, the variety's natural richness expressed in Temecula's warm growing conditions. A lovely counterpoint to the estate reds.

~$26

★★★★

Tasting Experiences

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Classic Tasting

A guided tasting of current-release wines at A Walk in the Woods Winery, Temecula Valley AVA Winery & Tasting Room. Contact the winery for current pricing, duration, and availability.

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Group & Private Experiences

Many wineries in Temecula Valley offer private tastings, reserve experiences, or seated tours for groups. Reach out directly to plan.

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Vineyard & Cellar Tours

When available, vineyard or cellar tours offer a deeper look at how A Walk in the Woods, Temecula Valley AVA & Tasting Room makes its wines. Check the winery's website for schedules.

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Events & Member Programs

A Walk in the Woods, Temecula Valley AVA & Tasting Room may host seasonal events, harvest activities, or wine club member tastings. Subscribe via the winery's site for updates.

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