4.8
Verified reviews from real couples
Creating Fine Wines & Celebrating Vineyard Romance
Temecula, Los Angeles, Orange County
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
If you're considering getting married at Ponte Winery, stop searching and book it. We truly cannot imagine having our wedding anywhere else.
From the moment we first toured Ponte, we fell in love with the venue. It is absolutely breathtaking, timeless, and so thoughtfully maintained. But what truly made our experience unforgettable was our incredible venue coordinator, Havilah.
From the very first day we met Havilah, we knew we were in the best hands—and somehow she still managed to exceed every expectation we had.
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but Havilah made the entire process feel effortless. She was there with us every step of the way, always incredibly responsive, organized, patient, and genuinely invested in making our day everything we dreamed of. No question was ever too small, and no detail was overlooked.
She also connected us with some truly amazing vendors who ended up becoming some of our favorite people throughout this process. Every recommendation she made was thoughtful and reflected how well she understood our vision.
Beyond her professionalism, Havilah brought such a calming presence to every interaction. No matter what came up, she always made us feel confident that everything was under control. On the wedding day itself, we were able to be completely present because we knew she had everything handled.
The entire Ponte team was phenomenal, and the venue itself is absolutely magical. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how beautiful everything was, how seamless the day felt, how INCREDIBLE the food was, and what an incredible experience they had.
To Havilah and everyone at Ponte—thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams. It was even more perfect than we could have imagined, and we are forever grateful.
Jessica S.
5.0
Erika and the team at Ponte Winery made our wedding absolutely perfect. Erika was so organized, responsive, and genuinely caring throughout the entire process, which made planning stress-free and enjoyable. On our wedding day, every detail was handled flawlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment truly.
Ponte Winery was the perfect venue. It was beautiful, romantic, and everything we dreamed of. We are so grateful to Erika and the Ponte team for making our wedding day so special and unforgettable! ❤️
Lauren R.
5.0
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At Ponte Winery & Vineyard Inn, we invite you to celebrate your love story in the heart of Temecula, California. Tucked away among Southern California’s rolling hills and perfectly positioned between Los Angeles and San Diego, our rustic vineyard offers a serene escape filled with breathtaking views and effortless West Coast elegance. Spanning 300 acres, our romantic estate blends enchanting indoor and outdoor spaces to create a wedding experience that feels both intimate and unforgettable. From a countryside ceremony among the vines to an overnight stay in our award-winning Spanish-style inn, every moment is designed to feel magical.
We have been welcoming wine lovers and engaged couples alike for decades. Our story began in 1984 with the planting of our first grapevines, evolving into a winery in 2003 and expanding into luxury hospitality with the opening of our boutique hotel and signature restaurant in 2012. Today, Ponte is proud to be one of Southern California’s most sought-after wedding and leisure destinations—celebrated for exceptional service, culinary excellence, and timeless vineyard charm. Our accolades and loyal couples are a testament to our commitment to unforgettable celebrations.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be surrounded by sweeping vineyard views and lush greenery. Our iconic arched entrance sets the stage for stunning wedding portraits and a warm welcome into our tranquil retreat. Choose from two beautiful outdoor ceremony locations: the Vineyard Garden, where you can exchange vows beneath a floral arch with panoramic vineyard and mountain views, or the Pond at Ponte, a peaceful and romantic setting framed by nature. For your reception, the Vineyard Pavilion offers an elegant indoor space with soaring wooden beams, floor-to-ceiling windows, and room for up to 280 guests—perfect for dinner, dancing, and unforgettable celebrations. For more intimate gatherings, our Barrel Room provides a cozy, wine-country atmosphere ideal for cocktail hours and tastings.
We offer thoughtfully curated wedding packages to suit a range of styles and visions. Our experienced events team will guide you through every detail, ensuring your day is seamless and stress-free. Our renowned on-site culinary team will craft a personalized menu using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, while we provide essential event rentals including tables, chairs, linens, glassware, and flatware. After the celebration, you and your guests can unwind in our luxurious accommodations just steps away.
Timeless, romantic, and unmistakably Californian, Ponte Winery & Vineyard Inn is more than a venue—it’s the perfect place to begin your forever. We would be honored to host your wedding and help you toast to a lifetime of love.
25+ years in business
Speaks English, Italian, Spanish
125 team members
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Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
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10-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Ponte Winery is a stunning, well-kept vineyard venue with romantic ceremony spots, an intimate barrel-room reception, and an on-site inn for weekend stays. Reviewers praised the outstanding food and wine and said organized, responsive coordinators and staff made planning and the wedding day seamless. Vendors found it easy to work with; only minor hiccups were mentioned.Review photos
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Jessica S
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5.0
6/25/2026
If you're considering getting married at Ponte Winery, stop searching and book it. We truly cannot imagine having our wedding anywhere else.
From the moment we first toured Ponte,...
we fell in love with the venue. It is absolutely breathtaking, timeless, and so thoughtfully maintained. But what truly made our experience unforgettable was our incredible venue coordinator, Havilah.
From the very first day we met Havilah, we knew we were in the best hands—and somehow she still managed to exceed every expectation we had.
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but Havilah made the entire process feel effortless. She was there with us every step of the way, always incredibly responsive, organized, patient, and genuinely invested in making our day everything we dreamed of. No question was ever too small, and no detail was overlooked.
She also connected us with some truly amazing vendors who ended up becoming some of our favorite people throughout this process. Every recommendation she made was thoughtful and reflected how well she understood our vision.
Beyond her professionalism, Havilah brought such a calming presence to every interaction. No matter what came up, she always made us feel confident that everything was under control. On the wedding day itself, we were able to be completely present because we knew she had everything handled.
The entire Ponte team was phenomenal, and the venue itself is absolutely magical. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how beautiful everything was, how seamless the day felt, how INCREDIBLE the food was, and what an incredible experience they had.
To Havilah and everyone at Ponte—thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams. It was even more perfect than we could have imagined, and we are forever grateful.
Lauren R
5.0
5/23/2026
Erika and the team at Ponte Winery made our wedding absolutely perfect. Erika was so organized, responsive, and genuinely caring throughout the entire process, which made planning ...
stress-free and enjoyable. On our wedding day, every detail was handled flawlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment truly.
Ponte Winery was the perfect venue. It was beautiful, romantic, and everything we dreamed of. We are so grateful to Erika and the Ponte team for making our wedding day so special and unforgettable! ❤️
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Shanna P
5.0
10/02/2025
We had the most incredible wedding at Ponte Vineyards, and it truly exceeded our expectations. The vineyard setting was breathtaking, with lush views and a romantic, intimate feel ...
that our guests are still talking about. From the start, our planner Erika was absolutely amazing—she was organized, thoughtful, and made the entire planning process seamless and stress-free. The food and wine were outstanding, and so many of our guests told us it was the best wedding meal they’d ever had. We also loved that our friends and family could stay at the Ponte Vineyard Inn, which made the whole weekend feel like a destination celebration. Every detail, from the ceremony to the reception, was executed perfectly thanks to Erika and the incredible staff. Ponte Vineyards gave us the wedding of our dreams, and we couldn’t recommend it more.
L S
5.0
7/26/2025
5 stars all the way! We selected Ponte for our wedding and reception after visiting several venues in the area. The immaculately kept grounds and beautiful views of the vineyards c...
aptured our attention immediately. We met with Erika, who is amazing, professional and a pleasure to work with in planning our event.
We had a smaller group for our event, about 70 guests. Our ceremony was held at the Inn, with the pond and vineyards as the backdrop. The wedding area, garden/fountain and cocktail area were all reserved for our guests. The attention to detail was amazing, everything went as planned. The staff were so friendly and accommodating.
The cocktail hour was staffed with attentive bartenders and servers. We had great feedback from our guests saying that the appetizers were excellent and the bar was staffed so there was almost no wait time.
We chose the Barrel room for our reception. The room was able to accommodate 80 guests, with plenty of room for our DJ and dance floor. The setting is so intimate with the barrels of wine and accent lightning surrounding our guests. We served crab stuffed fillet and champagne chicken, our guests loved the selection. We have to say the appetizers and dessert table were a hit with the guests.
The service was amazing! Everyone was professional and welcoming. The vendors we selected DJ, Florist, Photographer, Baker, musicians, all gave us wonderful feedback on how easy it was working with Erika. They said the communication was effortless and that they wished all venues were as easy and efficient.
We are so grateful and happy that we chose Ponte for our special day! The sunset photos in the vineyard turned out fantastic. There is so much more we could say, at this point, just thank you to Erika and the wonderful staff at Ponte Winery and Ponte Vineyard Inn. We look forward to celebrating our anniversary and other events with you in the future!
Nyla G
5.0
6/16/2025
Our wedding at Ponte Winery in May was an absolute dream, and we are beyond grateful to Erika Hernandez and the entire team for making it so special. Erika was truly exceptional- o...
rganized, attentive, and reassuring throughout the entire process. She went above and beyond every step of the way and made sure everything ran smoothly so we could fully enjoy our day. The venue itself is stunning, the food was delicious, and the entire team at Ponte was friendly, professional, and a joy to work with. We couldn’t have imagined a better experience!
Stacy H
5.0
6/15/2025
Mindy and the team at Ponte were exceptional!!!! If I could give them more stars I would. Mindy really made our wedding planning experience seamless and as close to perfect as you ...
can get. She was always communicating with us and keeping us on track with everything from our initial set-up to the tastings and making sure we were introduced to the entire wedding day team. Trust me when I say, not all coordinators are the same. We WISH we had Mindy with us as we plan a second wedding for our family on the East coast this Fall. Needless to say, it has not been as easy. We miss Mindy. You can't go wrong with planning you wedding at Ponte!!!
Hannah P
5.0
5/30/2025
Our wedding at Ponte earlier this month was an absolute dream! Here is what really stood out to me that made this venue exceptional:
- The property... It goes without saying but ...
Ponte is STUNNING. The vines were green and flowers were blooming which made for a beautiful backdrop (& less money spent on florals!) We got married at the pond, had our cocktail hour in the courtyard, and our reception in the barrel room. I really enjoyed the transition between spaces rather than being stuck in the same spot for hours!
- The food & wine... Everything was delicious! We had numerous guests come up to us to tell us that the filets were the best wedding food they had ever had! We had Moscato served prior to our ceremony which felt really elevated!
- The staff... From the planning process to the event, everyone was friendly and professional! They were very accommodating to all of our requests. Our event coordinator, Erika, was exceptional! I was nervous about not hiring a wedding planner, but she made the whole process feel so simple and stress-free. She was incredibly organized and kept everyone on schedule during our rehearsal and the day of. She truly went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect.
- The Inn... It was so much fun having all of our family and friends stay at the inn for the weekend! It made it feel like a multi-day celebration. It was also so convenient to not have to plan transportation.
I highly recommend having your wedding at Ponte!
Jennifer G
5.0
5/04/2025
Erika was fabulous to work with and answered all questions quickly and efficiently. The venue is absolutely stunning and because of that, few florals were needed to add to the beau...
ty! The only hiccups we had were the wrong wines being available or not (no biggie, but tell us please!). Also just a PSA: the menu options for day of in the bridal/groom's suites are much bigger than the wedding package shows.
Emily M
5.0
12/20/2024
My husband and I became wine club members at Ponte Winery five years before we got married and from the second we walked the grounds I knew that it would be a dream location for ou...
r wedding. When we got engaged, Ponte was our second tour and there was no need to visit anywhere else to make our decision. It is the perfect venue because everything you need is on site and everything flows together beautifully on the day of the celebration. The grounds are always pristine, the food and wine are incredible, and the staff are so attentive and professional. We cannot thank our coordinator, Carly, enough for making our day run so smooth. I would pick Ponte again and again!
William W
5.0
11/10/2024
We had the most incredible wedding at Ponte Winery in early October 2024, and we honestly can’t recommend it enough! The Spanish-style architecture was absolutely stunning, with it...
s warm, rustic charm perfectly complementing the breathtaking views of the vineyard. The grapevines were just starting to turn, adding a beautiful touch of fall color that made the whole place feel like a dream. From the gorgeous outdoor ceremony spot to the lovely reception area, every corner of the venue felt like it was straight out of a fairytale.
A huge thank you to Carly, the wedding coordinator, who made everything so effortless for us. From our first meeting, she was organized, reassuring, and just really on top of everything — we felt totally supported throughout the entire process. On the big day, Carly made sure everything ran smoothly, so we could just enjoy ourselves without a worry in the world. The food was amazing, the staff was so friendly and attentive, and we had so many guests tell us how great everything was. Thanks to Ponte Winery and Carly, our wedding day was everything we had dreamed of and more.
Madison M
2.0
6/01/2024
The wedding coordinator was never around due to Ponte over booking events on my wedding day she was running two events. For the money you service was not that good..........
Emily G
5.0
2/21/2023
Ponte was the setting we had dreamed of for our wedding. We loved that the layout of the Vineyard Garden, Terrace, and Pavilion allowed for a seamless and natural transition from o...
ne event to the next. In addition to just the stunning setting, our Ponte coordinator, Samantha, was there for us through every step of the way. She answered every question and concern we had and made the planning process so much less stressful. She listened to all our needs and made the day run beyond smooth — taking away the day of stress that often consumes brides and grooms. At the reception, our banquet captain Adrian ensured that we had our drink of choice and that our glasses were never empty. She helped us actually get to eat our wedding food and give us a few moments of alone time to soak it all in.
If we could do it over again, we’d pick Ponte without a second thought.
Chris D
4.0
12/05/2022
It was great. The food and wine was amazing and the process of planning was made easy. The only hiccup we had was with Sam, our wedding coordinator, which messed up a lot. Not in l...
ike a nitty picky way but like from the open bar not being added to our wedding which we verbally told her multiple times that we wanted and the music being all wrong even though we filled the documents out. She also kept disappearing during the wedding and was rude to us saying the wedding is behind schedule even though she said she would be running it?? It was weird but other than Sam everything was perfect. I do highly recommend this venue especially for the price just request Sam to no plan your wedding. Also if you are worried about two weddings happening at the same time they do a great job of keeping them separate and you hardly notice them. Book early as spots fill fast!
Ashley S
5.0
7/06/2022
Ponte Winery is a truly fantastic venue. My husband and I fell in love with it as soon as we saw it in person. It truly feels like a little paradise, like you're on holiday in Euro...
pe as soon as you walk through the doors! We both loved how the winery estate isn't 100% dedicated to weddings, and therefore didn't have any kind of cheesy feeling to it. It's also amazing to be able to stay at Ponte Inn on site, spend the entire wedding weekend there at the fire pits, at the restaurants, doing wine tastings. Every one of guests really seemed to thoroughly enjoy themselves. I also cannot say enough good things about our wedding coordinator, Samantha. She made the whole process so seamless throughout all the planning stages, and on the day-of everything ran literally perfectly. Also, for everything Ponte offers, their pricing is unbeatable and I truly feel that the cost was worth it in every way. Forever love Ponte!
Frank S
5.0
6/09/2022
Ponte Winery was our dream venue and we still can’t believe we were lucky enough to host our wedding here. Being an LGBTQ+ couple, we were very cautious about what venues would wel...
come us with open arms. Ponte Winery was nothing but accommodating and affirming to us as a same-sex male couple and welcomed us with open arms. Samantha and the entire events team were so amazing throughout the entire planning process and catered to our every need and countless questions. When we were touring other wineries we realized we were comparing them to Ponte. Once we realized that, we knew Ponte was the venue for us. The grounds are beautiful, the food is delicious, and the wines are magnificent. We loved that the bungalows, ceremony site, cocktail hour, and reception were all in one spot so guests wouldn’t have to travel too much around the venue. It was nice to keep everything and everyone in one spot. The day before the wedding, we treated our wedding party to a private tour of the Ponte estate. This was one of our favorite memories. We would highly recommend the tour as a day activity for your guests.
On the day of the wedding, we got access to the bungalows at 10 am to chill, get ready, and spend the day leading up to the wedding. A coordinator would come throughout the day to check-in and bring us food and drinks. That was such a nice thing to have so we didn’t have to worry about it during the craziness of the day. During our reception, our banquet captain took excellent care of us making sure to bring us food, desserts, wine, and anything else we needed throughout the night. We felt like royalty!
The only thing we would suggest for larger weddings is to have 2 different buffet lines to have dinner service run a little more efficiently. But that honestly was such a minor piece of the night and it by no means dampened the night. Our guests were so impressed with how good the food was they totally forgot how long it took to actually get their food.
Special shout out to the team for getting bistro lighting installed over the grass areas. This is such a nice addition to the space so guests could go out and enjoy our seating areas and lawn games after the sun went down. It was so nice not having to rent lighting for that one little space.
Ponte Winery is the BEST! If you are looking for gorgeous grounds and venue that celebrates LGBTQ+ couples, Ponte Winery is for you. Thank you to the entire Ponte team for making our wedding a day to remember.
Melinda W
5.0
1/09/2022
Ponte Winery has everything needed for a perfect wedding. They have spacious bride and groom ready rooms, well landscaped ceremony site, a large outdoor area for cocktails and a be...
autiful reception venue that doesn’t require a lot of additional decorating. The entire Ponte Winery grounds are top notch, not one ugly corner on the property! Perfect for wedding photos.
My daughter’s Ponte Winery wedding in December was beautiful and smooth! Samantha Cordera coordinated our entire event from signing the contract to wedding reception without a hitch. Of course we exchanged many emails and she answered a zillion questions over the course of a year but the day went as planned! It was obvious she had logged in many wedding hours and no circumstance was out of the ordinary. Samantha was there with us every step of the way. You can trust she will make your day easy and fun!
Cassandra F
5.0
12/13/2021
We have honestly nothing but great things to say about our experience at Ponte. From the first visit to now 2 weeks after our wedding, everything was perfect and exactly what we wa...
nted. We had taken a day to go tour 4 different venues, but once we walked into Ponte and were greeted by the then wedding coordinator, we knew it was the one. I thought it might be difficult planning while things with covid were still unknown, but Jordan Derham was literally amazing at answering all our questions, keeping my nerves calm, and getting in contact with us quickly. We never felt ignored or like we were bothering them, or like we were just another wedding they were hosting. Our wedding day was so beautiful, it was everything we had planned for. Jordan and her team had everything set up exactly how we specified, and made sure that she knew what we wanted her team to do the day before at the rehearsal. I don't know how many brides can say they were honestly stress free on their wedding day, but that's exactly how it was for me. I didn't have to worry if things were on time or getting done, and all of our vendors (who we mostly found through Ponte) worked so well together. I highly recommend Ponte, and definitely suggest trying to have Jordan as your coordinator.
Nichole H
5.0
10/18/2021
We had our wedding at Ponte Winery on 10/1/2021 and it was an absolute dream. Our wedding was "smaller" (89 people) so we had our ceremony at The Pond and our reception at the Barr...
el Room. The Pond was beautiful and the Spanish architecture of the Ponte Inn hotel truly makes for a special and naturally beautiful atmosphere. The ceremony was gorgeous, and the cocktail hour at the neighboring Ponte Inn hotel area was a guest favorite. The reception was held in the Barrel Room, which is outfitted with actual wine barrels that many of our guests loved and commented on. It was the perfect intimate space and setup for our special day and we could not be happier. In terms of the staff, I can't say enough good things. Jordan Derham is a day-of coordinator at Ponte Winery and was assigned to our big day -- and she KILLED IT. She was attentive and communicative and entertained my many questions along the way. She was so helpful and kind and calm under pressure (which I definitely needed day-of wedding!). Throughout the planning process, there were curve balls presented by COVID, but Jordan and her team were always one step ahead and we always felt in the know and prepared for whatever was coming next. I'll also say that Ponte Winery is a great venue for those looking for an "all inclusive" type experience -- the food (delicious), bar (wonderful beer and wine options), venue, some decor (candles, coordinated market light rentals), chairs, tablecloths, day-of coordinator all come included. It was so helpful for our planning to work with one central point-of-contact for all of these elements. We are over the moon happy and made the best choice ever with Ponte Winery. We are so grateful and would highly recommend!
Kayla J
5.0
9/17/2021
Ponte is a beautiful location and very reasonably priced. We looked all over Southern California and liked the look of the event space. We had approximately 125 guests. We would...
give the beauty of the location a 10/10. We brought in our own coordinator but still used their day-off coordinator. It was an amazing day and the pictures are fabulous . It was warm, low 90’s, but still was fine because of indoor air-conditioned reception. We were very thankful because they have 2 event spaces but the hotel location wedding cancelled so we had the whole place to ourselves and were able to take pictures on the whole property. A couple of things for a heads up was they changed from in-house catering to outside catering which was disappointing and had a charge for having an entree choice and most of Temecula has a 10:00 noise ordinance, other than that the day was beautiful!!!
Sarah V
1.0
7/17/2021
Okay... I'm far enough removed from the situation where I can now write a non-emotional review about Ponte. I'm never one who writes reviews for anything, but this entire experienc...
e warrants a review. My now-husband and I LOVED Ponte and knew it was the place the second we toured it back in 2019. We booked our 4/4/2020 wedding here, which, like many weddings, was cancelled due to COVID-19. When the pandemic started, Ponte never reached out to us. After we reached out, and because the world shut down so close to our date, Ponte only allowed us to schedule to a new date in 2020, so we settled on September (LOL). Around August, California was deep in lockdown, so we emailed the team again to discuss our options. The team allowed us to push out a year, and sent me an email stating that everything in the contract was the same, just the date had changed. I'm a fool, because I signed it without realizing that they had changed our ceremony location and removed our ability to use the bridal cottages because they were going to start doing 2 weddings a day again. I reached out to our coordinator, who I then found out had been let go due to COVID. After some back and forth where I showed them our original contract and the email in writing stating that nothing had changed but the date, Ponte wouldn't budge. I offered to do a weekday wedding in order to get our originally promised amenities. Ponte responded by saying they no longer wanted to work with us and cancelled our contract entirely. Although they refunded our deposit, the entire customer service experience was laughable. Even pre-pandemic, our coordinator typically took 5 days to a week to respond. Not one time did Ponte charge our credit card on-time as outlined in our payment-plan, so we would reach out to remind them of our overdue payment to make sure we wouldn't be penalized for breach of contract. They never reached out to schedule a tasting, and my now-husband and I felt like "a number" the entire time. Ponte is gorgeous and has great food-- but look elsewhere for your wedding. My husband and I finally eloped just the two of us, stress-free, in Big Sur.
Benjamin C
2.0
8/24/2020
We have been going to Temecula as we love the vineyards of the area as most all have some amazing wines and amazing people as well.
Ponte used to be one of our favorites and over ...
the years we have sent several dozen new customers their way.
It was such a great place that me and my (now) wife wanted to have our wedding here as well.. around 130+ people, including mainly first-timers to the area and vineyard.
While the food and wine have always been great, the sever reduction in rating is due to the absolutely terrible customer service we received by the events/wedding manager, Tori Bailey. She had the worst attitude and proceeded to lie about events that took place and cancelled our wedding last minute. This most definitely cost the ownership not only a large event, but also all of our future business and significant referrals as well. Very disappointed in what used to be our favorite vineyard.
Luckily South Cost Winery, right next door, was more than happy to take our business and we had a wonderful wedding in
Renee B
5.0
1/20/2020
My spouse and I reviewed so many venues before landing on Ponte, but when we found it, we knew it was the one! The site is stunning, the staff is wonderful, the food is SO deliciou...
s (I’m still thinking about the Lemon Risotto and Prime Rib) and everything about it was just perfect. We had the MOST AMAZING wedding coordinator Jenna who dealt with all of our crazy e-mails because it was a destination wedding for us, and she worked so hard to make it perfect and keep us stress free (which she absolutely did). Our Disney wedding really came to life with all her hard work and choosing Ponte as our venue was really the best decision we could have ever made. Even though weddings are stressful, we would do it all over again and wouldn’t change a thing!
Gabriela H
5.0
12/31/2019
February Destination Wedding - Can't say enough good things about Ponte! Having an all-in-one venue (ceremony, reception, hotel) was important to us. Planning a destination weddin...
g could have been really stressful, but the Ponte team made things easy. The food was amazing, the ceremony and reception cites were beautiful, and the hotel was great. Loved this experience and can't wait to go back on anniversary trips!
Chris L
5.0
10/31/2019
Great food, great sunset view, could not ask for more! Staff was attentive and thought of all the details. My officiant got stuck n traffic and the venue staff did not miss a bea...
t and everything was fine. Highly recommend.
Kevin M
5.0
10/31/2019
Such a gorgeous venue!!!!! I felt like I was in the south of France. Food was great, wine was awesome, my bride was thrilled and I’m a lucky guy!
Jeannie C
5.0
9/23/2019
Ponte is hands down the best venue to get married at. My husband and I got married on 9/6/19 and it was everything we dreamed of and more! Jenna, our coordinator, made sure everyth...
ing went smoothly and was there for us every step of the way. I never had to worry about anything because Jenna was always so organized and proactive. She took care of us the entire time and always thoroughly answered any questions or concerns we had. She was very professional and also welcoming and kind. We also appreciated that Ponte provided so much for our wedding- tables, chairs & linen, food (which was SO good), organizing our vendors for us, creating our day of timeline, and much much more, we felt very well-taken care of. Ponte is a stunning venue and we couldn't imagine getting married any where else.
Jennifer R
5.0
9/05/2019
My husband and I got married on 9/1/19 and the day was perfect! Many of our wedding guests told us ours was the best wedding they had been to, and that the venue was amazing.
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he whole planning experience was streamlined and easy. We live in Portland and were planning from a distance, but the team at Ponte helped to make sure everything came together for the big day. We worked with many team members, but Sam Rizzo was our day of coordinator and she made sure the event went off without a hitch! The day of bridal attendant was also great - making sure both the entire wedding party had everything we needed and stayed hydrated for the warm day!
The atmosphere is great, the food tasty, the wine perfect, and the property is astounding. Amazing day full of amazing memories and some awesome pictures. We would highly recommend Ponte!
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Eva S
5.0
8/26/2019
Ponte was AMAZING. Other than traffic on the 5 that made many of our wedding guests late, our wedding was PERFECT. It was money well spent. The planning and pricing was clear and s...
imple to work with. The food was amazing, the staff was incredible, and the venue was dreamy. I wanted our families to do as little as needed for set up and clean up and it was well worth it. We gave our coordinator our wedding favors, seating charts, place cards, and specific signs we wanted the day before and it was perfect. You will not regret choosing Ponte Winery to celebrate your wedding!
Haley R
5.0
8/17/2019
I had my wedding at Ponte just a couple of weeks ago and it was my dream wedding! I knew the second I visited that this is where I would get married, the venue is absolutely stunni...
ng. Our wedding coordinator, Samantha Rizzo made sure that all of our wedding details came together perfectly. She was always in constant communication with me throughout the whole process and checked on me throughout the whole day. She is probably one of the nicest people you will meet. Everything at Ponte was right on schedule and very efficient, you can tell they do weddings all the time and know what they are doing. I am still getting compliments weeks later on how perfect and gorgeous the day was. They also recommended outstanding vendors to choose. It was the perfect place to have our wedding!
Jess S
5.0
6/29/2019
If your considering having your wedding at Ponte Winery, DO IT! I Had my wedding at Ponte yesterday and it was absolutely perfect! Jenna did an incredible job as my wedding coordin...
ator. She is top notch and genuinely cares so much about your big day and everyone involved in it. She became a friend for life. Ponte is the only winery to get married at as far as I'm concerned!! 10/10 across the board! From food to service and everything in between.
Jessica P
5.0
6/09/2019
We knew Ponte was our venue the moment we stepped on the property. It was so beautiful and resonated so much with us, not to mention the incredible staff! Our on site coordinator J...
enna was wonderful! She was always very attentive and organized, and made the entire process stress free. Even when it was scheduled to rain on our wedding day, she helped to ease out worries and was very patient in hopes that we could continue outdoors, which happened without a hitch!
Makenna M
5.0
5/13/2019
After a few planning hiccups we were still feeling stressed until the day before our wedding. That all changed as soon as we got to Ponte for our rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Ev...
erything was fantastic for the rehearsal and the day-of went so smoothly. I cannot praise the level of customer service highly enough. They do everything they can to make it the best experience for you and your guests.
I would also highly recommend the bridal/groom cottages for getting ready. It was a highlight of the experience and made the whole day feel more special and stress free. The bridal attendant kept all my bridal party happy and she was sooooo sweet and lovely to work with.
If you want a perfect wedding, you need to book this venue. The grounds, venue, food, service, and upkeep are a step above most wedding venues in the area. My guests cannot stop raving about the wedding venue and felt, as San Diegans, it was like a "destination wedding in our own backyard". I had the perfect wedding. Thank you to Ponte and our phenomenal coordinator Samantha Rizzo!
Aundrea L
5.0
5/01/2019
We got married at Ponte Winery and it was perfect! The site goes without saying is stunning. Jenna our coordinator worked with us from start to finish. She had great response time...
with communications. The food was good and everything just ran seamlessly! We did all 3 day events all a Ponte (Rehearsal, Wedding and Next Day Brunch). They have multiple options for venues and are very accommodating.
We also stayed at Ponte Vineyard Inn. I would star them a 3 for this visit! First off I think they should take a room block for wedding we were told multiple times that they don’t sell out and they definitely did. They were late checking us in to both of our rooms. After told them I was the bride and had my rehearsal dinner onsite in an our, no rush got us into only 1 room AFTER Required room ready time. So 6 of us had to use 1 room and only 45 mins to get ready for the rehearsal dinner. Checking in to our room the night of our wedding was also a bit challenging after a long wedding night. With that being said there rooms are absolutely beautiful and each event was ran smoothly. Was just surprised they just were not accommodating to their guests especially to ones who are spending considerably more money on their property.
Gina S
5.0
10/29/2018
Spectacular from day 1!! We had the wedding of our dreams at Ponte!!!! Best food, best staff, best night ever!! Highly recommend ❤️
Joy E
5.0
10/25/2018
Stunning venue and our day was perfect!! Ponte felt like a European escape, the food was amazing and our guests raved about the rooms! The staff was attentive and gracious. Loved i...
t!
Andrea K
5.0
10/22/2018
We got married October 2018. We had a blast and are still thrill With our wedding day at ponte. We had our ceremony at the vineyard and reception for 160 people. The awesome views...
of the vineyard and place made it even more spectacular! Everyone was well accommodated. Our family and friends were so happy and pleased with the service the ponte team provided that day, especially during cocktail and dinner time. Samantha R., her assistant and the rest of the team did an awesome Job! So thankful to the coordinator~ Samantha R. For all her hard work she did for us from the pre planning to the day of wedding. She answered all of our questions thoroughly and was very considerate of our requests. We can’t be more appreciative for how well all turned out, well organized, and especially, on reducing our anxiety for the great planning they did to bring about our wedding day😄
Amylee A
5.0
10/18/2018
Getting married at Ponte was the best decision we ever made. First of all, our coordinator Samantha Rizzo made our experience so enjoyable and fun. I had heard horror stories from ...
friends about the stress of planning a wedding, but I didn't experience that at all, and I really think that was thanks to Ponte. They take care of everything for you at Ponte, so it was as simple as making quick decisions for the food, wines, table settings, table arrangements, etc. which made the whole process so easy! During the planning process, the team at Ponte was very accommodating and they were more than happy to work with our vision and make adjustments so that the wedding was exactly what we wanted.
On the day of, I felt so taken care of. A bridal hostess assigned to us continually checked in as we were getting ready and all of our vendors were smoothly pointed to the right direction so that my family and I didn't have to deal with any of it. Samantha and the team are true professionals. The ceremony and reception went off without a hitch (or if there were any issues, they dealt with them without me ever knowing about it!) Samantha had my full confidence that she had everything covered, which allowed me the chance to relax and just enjoy the day!
Beyond that, Ponte is stunning. Our ceremony was in front of the pond and all of our guests commented on how beautiful it was. Our reception was in the barrel room. I was initially nervous that the dance floor would be too small, but it all worked out perfectly- everyone was out on the dance floor!
I highly recommend Ponte if you're planning on getting married in Southern California. We are from LA, and our guests really enjoyed coming to Temecula- it's just far away enough that it feels like a vacation, but not so far that you'd need to take any time off work. Ponte has the feel of a luxurious resort, but it's intimate and personal. Also, there were so many fun perks of getting married at Ponte- they comp a room for you on the wedding night, you become wine club members for a year, and more. It was the best experience ever!
Lauren H
5.0
9/16/2018
My wedding was absolute perfection at Ponte! Samantha G. coordinated our wedding and was so accommodating to all of our needs! I felt so stress free and relaxed knowing that she wa...
s there to make sure everything went according to plan! Also a shout out to Morgan, who ran back to the bridal suite to grab my bouquet when I forgot it! She sprinted to go get it before I walked down the isle!
Lauren H
5.0
7/16/2018
Ponte is absolutely beautiful! I didn’t want a typical ballroom, so Ponte’s barrel room was absolute perfection! I couldn’t have been more impressed with Samantha G. and the rest o...
f the wedding staff. You have to visit and definitely stay for a wine tasting!
Andrew O
5.0
7/02/2018
We knew we would have a hard time picking a wedding venue in Temecula, but as soon as we walked in the doors at Ponte, we were sold. This place really has the whole package. The vi...
ews of California wine country are gorgeous. The venue is spacious and accommodating. The food and the wine are incredible. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to bend over backwards to give you everything you want and need. We also had several guests stay on site at the Ponte Vineyard Inn and it was perfect. If you are considering Ponte at all, stop deliberating and pull the trigger. I promise you will not regret it.
Crystal P
5.0
5/06/2018
My husband and I got married at Ponte Winery in April 2018 and a month later, we are still on cloud nine from the magic we experienced there. We got married at the Vineyard Garden ...
which has a breathtaking backdrop of the vineyard and mountains. The reception was in the Pavilion which comfortably seated our 150 guests. And everything leading up to the wedding went seamlessly working with the Ponte team. They were always happy to answer our endless amount of questions and were accommodating to specific requests we wanted for our wedding. On the day of, the Ponte team made sure we were well taken care of in the bridal and groom suite. Seriously the best location and team to work with in Temecula. If you're looking for a vineyard wedding, Ponte is the place to do it!
Seth K
5.0
2/05/2018
I got married to my wife Tiffany here in May 2017 and it was top notch across the board. The winery is incredible and their wines will not disappoint. Our wedding coordinator was L...
auren and she could not have been more helpful and professional. She had to take over for our original coordinator during the process and didn't miss a beat. Our ceremony was outdoors at the pond behind the Vineyard Inn (connected to the winery) with reception in the barrel room and both were beautiful and unique. The Inn was also one of the nicest hotels we've ever stayed at and I would highly recommend. Our guests raved about the entire affair, especially the food which was exceptional. If you're looking to get married in SoCal, Ponte Winery should be at the top of your list!
Ashley D
5.0
12/13/2017
Ponte was such a beautiful location! We loved everything about our wedding there. Lauren and Whitney were amazing and I didn’t have to lift a finger on our big day.
N S
5.0
10/31/2017
Perfect wedding, perfect food, perfect night!
K M
5.0
10/31/2017
Ponte was the best choice! We got married in the barrel room and it was perfect. The feel was romantic, everyone kept saying how it felt like we were getting married in Europe. T...
he staff was awesome.
Brittany W
5.0
10/30/2017
My fiancé and I got married on October 7th, 2017, and it was the best day of our lives. The venue was absolutely gorgeous! We got married by the Inn pond and had our reception in t...
he Barrel Room.
But what honestly made my wedding so perfect, was our amazing wedding coordinator Lauren Gonzalez. She was there EVERY step of the way, answered my every question (and I asked a TON of questions) and had my best intentions through the entire process. We live in Portland, Oregon, so planning a wedding from afar had its challenges. But Lauren made it so much easier for us.
The day of was a bit crazy. We had a bridesmaid dress dilemma, and the first person on the scene was Lauren, sewing kit in hand. She did EVERYTHING to make sure my day was amazing. And oh my goodness, it was.
The food, the service, and the ambiance was magical! Thank you Ponte was such a beautiful day!
Brett E
5.0
10/23/2017
This place was everything I could have dreamed of. The moment I saw it, I knew I would get married here! Gorgeous, food was amazing, the staff was on top of everything! Cannot say...
enough good things.
Jess P
5.0
10/13/2017
My new husband, Daniel, and I had our wedding in the Barrel Room back In May. Although the venue was STUNNING and the food is AMAZING, what could have been a speed bump, turned int...
o a blessing in disguise.
About 4-5 months before our wedding, our (old) coordinator informed us that she was leaving Ponte and we would be getting a new coordinator, Lauren Gonzales. After the hours we spent with our prior coordinator and COUNTLESS emails, this stressed me out beyond belief. I wanted to make sure the new coordinator wouldn't get lost in the details. As i mentioned, this turned out to be a blessing because Lauren was just spectacular. Her personality and energy vibed with me more than the previous girl and I felt immediately comfortable with Lauren taking over. She not only made sure she was up to speed on everything but I think she made it better. On the day of, I forgot so many little details and she assured me that she had it control and from what I could see and what my sister and mom passed onto me, she did a fantastic job.
The only complaint I have is that after the fact, I was made aware that I did not get a bridal suite to get ready in. I just had a plain guest room and this was disappointing as it made it kind of hard to get ready.
Overall, Lauren made it great and I appreciate her and the whole staff that made our wedding a day to never forget. Thank you Lauren!! xoxo
Amanda D
5.0
10/04/2017
I had my wedding at Ponte just a couple of weeks ago. It was absolutely spectacular and a dream come true! Our wedding coordinator, Liz Tyler, made sure that all of our wedding de...
tails came together perfectly. She was always in constant communication with me throughout the whole process and checked on me throughout the whole day. She is probably one of the nicest human beings you will ever meet. Everything at Ponte was right on schedule and very efficient. They have everything right there for you and it makes it so easy and convient for your guest. I felt throughout the evening that my guest were so well taken care of. Even days after the wedding, I got so many compliments on the food and appetizers. It was all so delicious. They also recommended outstanding vendors to choose from. Lastly, everybody from the hotel staff, the event staff, and the wedding coordinators were so so so nice!! It was the perfect place to have our wedding and I could have asked for anything more!
Lauren S
5.0
7/15/2017
We had our wedding at Ponte in June of 2017. It was the perfect day. Lauren and the Ponte Team made so much possible through their professionalism, expertise, ambition, and kindnes...
s. I would recommend Ponte to anyone looking to get married in the Southern California area. You will not regret it.
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