Picture Malibu, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, and this is exactly what you see: blue skies, surf, sunshine—maybe even a movie star or two. The stars of southern California wine share the blue skies and sunshine of our famous beaches, but the lifestyle is more serene, with quiet vineyards tucked into rolling valleys and foothills. Picture this: one San Diego vineyard grows their Cabernet Sauvignon at 1,300 meters (4,400 feet) above sea level, the highest vineyard elevation in California.
Details: Celebrate the Fourth of July with South Coast Winery Resort & Spa! We’re bringing back the Rhythm on the Vine® concert series with a spectacular Independence Day showcase — featuring music, food trucks, and lighting up the night sky. Country-pop duo Brown & Gray, known for their hit single “Top Down”, will headline the show, with local favorite Kanan Road opening. Then, at 9pm, we’re taking fireworks to a new level with Temecula Wine Country’s first ever Independence Day DRONE LIGHT SHOW!!! Ticket holders also can take advantage of extra special room rates at South Coast, starting at only $199/night! This is an immersive experience you won't want to miss. 
Details: This year on Sunday, July 28 (12-4pm), we take our “Drink 728 on 7/28” celebration on the road to SOHO Restaurant & Music Club, Santa Barbara. We will eat, drink and be merry… all in the name of our famed Fiddlestix Vineyard, located in the heart of the famous Sta. Rita Hills, at mile marker 7.28. We will be pouring verticals and horizontals of Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir. After all, it’s all about the place! Early-bird tickets are now on sale! www.fiddleheadcellars.com 
Details: The quintessential California wine tasting experience – sun, sea, food, wine and mu-sic – all come together at this sun-splashed wine festival overlooking the award-winning beaches of Huntington Beach. This event gets under way at noon for VIP holders – and 1:00pm for regular ticket holders. Thousands of wine lovers will hit the sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, wine, food and music. Hundreds of premium California wines are served up along with the best of the regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, as well as shellfish, salads, chocolates, cakes, and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen. 
