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FAZELI CELLARS WINERY:
(951) 303-3366
Tasting Room Hours
Monday to Sunday
11am - 6pm
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible
About Us
About Us
Nestled in the picturesque rolling hills of the De Portola Wine Trail – the famed ‘Wine Row” of Southern California’s spectacular Temecula Valley wine country – Fazeli Cellars soars as a state-of-the-art winery offering a combination of stunning architecture, breathtaking scenic beauty and the finest selection of boutique wines the region has to offer.
Owner Bizhan “BJ” Fazeli fulfilled a life-long passion in the acquisition and development of his Temecula vineyards/winery. Since its first vintage in 2006, Fazeli Cellars today boasts more than 20 varietals of boutique wines from Cabernet Sauvignon to Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Sirah to Mourvedre, and Viogner to Chardonnay that have earned numerous prestigious festival competition awards – and the loyalty of enthusiasts across the region.
BJ built Fazeli Cellars to reflect pride for his own rich cultural heritage. The result is a unique combination of Modern Moorish architecture and ambiance that honors ancient Persian traditions, while paying tribute to the contemporary character of California as is reflected on the back label of all his wines “Ancient traditions of Persia rooted in the modern expression of California.” Wine tasting and dining are enjoyed in a luxurious setting where panoramic windows overlook Temecula’s spectacular vistas. Grand-scale events are presented with exquisite flair in Fazeli Cellars’ extraordinary banquet facilities. And wedding ceremonies – a Fazeli Cellars and Winery mainstay – are lovingly conducted in magnificent park-like surroundings against a backdrop of Temecula Valley’s dazzling splendor. The winery also houses Baba Joon’s kitchen – Fazeli Cellars’ A-rated dining destination for lunch and wine pairing.
Visitors can experience wine tasting at the De Portola Trail winery or at Fazeli Cellars’ lavish tasting room located in historic Old Town Temecula.
Exquisite, award-winning world-class boutique wines…superb dining in an airy atmosphere…luxurious settings for an unforgettable wine-tasting experience… unparalleled wedding grounds and wedding event facilities…and a state-of-the-art banquet hall for large-scale private or corporate events to public concerts – Fazeli Cellars is a valley jewel located in one of Southern California’s most majestic travel getaway destinations.
Our History
Back in 2001, the Fazeli family decided to visit the Temecula Valley. It was just a relaxing day trip to explore the local wine country and at the time, no one realized that this was the beginning of what was to become a life changing adventure. The Fazeli's fell in love with the Valley and purchased land to grow some grapes and maybe make a little wine.
But BJ Fazeli doesn't know how to do little! What started out as a hobby soon became the passion that resulted in the creation of Fazeli Cellars. Connecting with his Persian ancestry, BJ chose the Shiraz grape as the benchmark grape for his winery which released its first vintage in 2006.
From the start, Fazeli Cellars has made a commitment to excellence and the production of quality wines that often tell a story.
Many of Fazeli Cellars' most successful award winning wines pay homage to the rich cultural heritage of Ancient Persia, yet they have their roots firmly planted in modern Southern California.
From the start, Fazeli Cellars has made a commitment to excellence and the production of quality wines that often tell a story.
Many of Fazeli Cellars' most successful award winning wines pay homage to the rich cultural heritage of Ancient Persia, yet they have their roots firmly planted in modern Southern California.
The future looks very exciting for this young family winery, the tasting room is now open in Old Town Temecula and the winery on De Portola is scheduled to open in 2015.
