We were recently invited to Europa Village in Temecula Wine Valley to get a sneak peek into the winery’s future happenings for this spring and summer. Since opening in April 2011, the winery has worked toward gathering inspiration from Spain, France and Italy for its grapes and physical environment, while also focusing on music and the arts. And this year’s upcoming events surely mirror this combination.
Europa Village combines the aesthetic of Old European charm with high-quality wines you expect to come out of Temecula Valley. From the wine growers to the tour guides, everyone at Europa Village has a passion for the product and is as hospitable as all get up.
During our last visit, we learned about the vineyard’s musical wine dinners where guests can enjoy a memorable meal crafted by Chef Dean Thomas, listen to Singing Waiters, and sip on some perfectly paired wines. Make a reservation for a wine dinner and you’ll be treated to some of the Valley’s most talented singers in genres ranging from opera, jazz and the sounds from Broadway.
The next musical wine dinner, Festival de Cannes, is May 8 so make a reservation soon. The evening will honor the Cannes Film Festival in the form of music, film and food. Go for a gourmet, four-course meal and stay for some excellent musical performances.
Additionally, The Inn at Europa Village is perched just above the vineyards and tasting room. The 10-room bed and breakfast is a perfect destination to accompany an evening in the vineyards. We’ll be staying at the Inn later this month so be on the look-out for our follow-up.
Europa Village also has plans to open two other internationally-different wineries steeped in Italian and Spanish traditions, Vienza and Bolero Cellars, respectively. The two new additions will nicely align with the already-present wine cave and French tasting room, C’est La Vie Wine Chateau. The build-ons promise an Italian deli, event space, and an additional 40 guestrooms.
Along with its musical dinners, the winery also hosts mystery dinners, weekly live music, comedy nights and Shakespeare in the Vines. We heard just a snippet of the live music guests can enjoy during the wine dinners so you’re definitely in for a treat. For more information, visit
