Thornton Winery
Thornton Winery uses Old World techniques to produce still wines as well as sparkling wines using traditional methods. The winery is one of the oldest in the Temecula AVA, and began solely producing bubbly. In 1993, Thornton began making varietal still wines.
| Region: | Temecula Valley |
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| Sub Region: | Temecula Valley |
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Located in the beautiful rolling hills of Temecula, Thornton Winery produces some excellent sparkling wine using the traditional methode champenoise. They are also one of the oldest wineries in Temecula.
Over the years, they have honed the art of blending their sparkling wines to produce delicate, buttery flavors. Thornton offers several different tours of the winery, and also has an excellent restaurant. Café Champagne provides a perfect venue for the ever popular Champagne Jazz series and special events.
Without question, Thornton’s flagship still wine is their Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is made from grapes sourced from the nearby Santa Rosa Mountains. They also produce several other reds including Merlot, old Vine Zinfandel, Nebbiolo, Syrah, and a Cab-Merlot blend.
Of Thornton’s white wine, their most popular is Sauvignon Blanc. Roussanne, Gewürztraminer, Moscato, Viognier, and Chardonnay are also made at the winery.
-->Latest News – Thornton Winery
- Feb 24, 2007
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Thornton Winery to Host Winemaker Dinner
Temecula Valley's Thornton Winery is set to host its Winemaker's Dinner. - Dec 19, 2006
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Grape Day 2007
February 22, 2007 - A one day technical conference featuring in-depth seminars on the latest advances and developments in viticulture and vineyard management. Grape Day 2007 will include presentations from top Extension and industry experts on topics of interest to Temecula Valley grape growers.
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