Longshadow Ranch Winery — Attraction in Temecula

I want to say thank you again John (The Owner) for allowing me to use your establishment for my retirement ceremony. His hospitality and courteous nature were very much appreciated.

I was very impressed with the lady who initially set up my event before Maria was assigned to be my host for my event. The previous coordinator had family issues and had to leave the company.

When my wife and I first met Maria, she was late for our scheduled appointment and directed her tardiness to someone else.

When we met a second time, she was late again. The second time we met, she attempted to overcharge me $500 and stated someone told her to charge me another amount, I pulled up the contract on my phone, and she had no clear explanation on why “the front office”, was overcharging me.

On the Day of the rehearsal, I was told by my colleagues that she was very rude before I arrived, venting her frustration to them about things she wasn't comfortable with and or asking you the owner, or making an adjustment for things, such as moving the tables out of the way a little.

When I came, she immediately started loud talking to me in front of my office party participating in the rehearsal (I have several people that can provide accounts for this).

I eventually told her that this was embarrassing and that we could quit this conversation because my guests were waiting for me to start the rehearsal.

I was very proud of myself because her tone was disrespectful to me, and I don't usually allow nor tolerate any form of disrespect.

If you book an event I recommend don't book through Maria.

I originally booked your location service members recommended it would be a beautiful occasion if I did my ceremony there. If maria is their host, in the future I would advise them not to book through her and notify you if there is someone else who can cater to their needs.

Thanks again for the use of the...

This winery is extremely casual. I say this with love because no other winery will treat you as family like this one. Upon entry, there are horses -- awesome right? There tends to be less people here on the weekdays so if you're the type that likes to avoid the crowd and simply wine with the man (or woman) behind the bar, then I would recommend going then. The weekend crowd is much the same to any other Temecula winery except with perhaps a few less major tiara parties.

Go see Mikey. Amazing guy. He's a drummer so music lovers will appreciate his tales. His taste in music is sharp too. On a weekday you'll walk into the bar, knowing full well that he'll be listening to music over the speakers and labeling wine bottles. Like I said, super casual.

The wine is phenomenal. I pride myself on being wine educated. I live on land with grapes. I prune them every year. I understand what it means to make good wine. Longshadow knows good wine. They give you straight varietals which is testament to their own confidence and strength in the wine world. Try the Cabernet Franc. Just trust me. There is something in that one for everyone. I had to buy a few bottles. Another thing to try is Christina's concoction. Seek her out and give it the old college try. A little strong for those new to wine. Some might even call it witch brew, but I think it's fantastic.

Come here with an open attitude and this winery will welcome you with...

Came with friends for a first time " Bon fire " night. Arrived at 7 pm, nowhere to park. After parking 1/4 mi away, returned to find the small number of tables occupied. They should warn people to bring your own chairs and tables , or be forced to stand or sit on the grass . There was aDUI checkpoint set up on Rancho Cslifornia Rd, so I had water only . My wife sampled some wine in plastic cups, which made it look very appealing . The Band was good, but no Bonfire. Even if they did provide a Bonfire, the small size would resemble a single fire pit , not what one imagines a bonfire to be. Overall, no big deal. I'm not sure why my friends picked this place, and probably won't be back. It's ok , but the lack of tables and chairs , made me want to leave earlier than we had planned. I'm glad I did not have any wine, as I was stopped in the DUI check after we left. The officer told us that they do these check pints on a regular basis. That being said , why would anyone go out here to drink any wine? It's like shooting fish in a barrel . There is one main road in and out. Being forced to go through a checkpoint , after drinking wine, is a sure way to end up in jail . I'll stay sober and stay away from the DUI...