Winemaker Name
Michael Berger-Effenberger (Winemaker, former radio host & voice actor) & Roberta Effenberger (Hospitality)
Region
About The Winery
Effenberger Vineyards is an Escondido estate winery with panoramic vineyard views from its Mountain View position on Mountain View Drive in the Highland Valley corridor. The winery produces handcrafted wines from estate fruit grown in North County's warm inland climate, with a focus on the bold red varieties that thrive at this elevation and exposure.
Founding Year
2014
Vineyard Acreage
Micro boutique estate vineyard in Escondido growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, and Sagrantino — approximately 100 cases produced annually
Know Before You Go
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Reservations: Reservation Required
- Estate Type: Mixed
Tasting Experiences
Awards & Recognition
Award-winning wines featured at the Garagiste Wine Festival in Glendale, CA — the premier showcase for micro-production American wineries making fewer than 1,500 cases annually. The 2016 Merlot was highlighted as a standout at the 2018 festival. Effenberger Vineyards farms sustainably, uses no herbicides or chemical fertilizers, and focuses on building healthy soil. First vintage released in 2016. One of San Diego County's smallest and most artisanal producers at just 100 cases per year.
Private Event Availability
Effenberger Vineyards offers private sit-down tasting experiences by appointment only — $30 per person for 4 pours plus a glass of your favorite wine with crackers and cheese. Hosted downstairs in the owners' home which doubles as a cozy tasting room and production space. Contact Roberta at roberta@effenbergervineyards.com or call 619-884-4542 to book your private visit.
Location
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2347 Mountain View Dr, Escondido, CA 92027, USA
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