About Caelesta Wines
Caelesta Wines sits at 1,400 feet in the Templeton Gap AVA, where Linne Calodo limestone soils support organic farming. Brian Farrell Jr. directs the program across Rhône, Bordeaux, and Spanish varieties, drawing fruit from Denner and Jespersen Ranch vineyards. The estate includes a truffière. Tastings range from Current Release to Library selections, with options for vineyard tours, barrel tastings with the winemaker, and private wine pairing dinners with chef collaboration.
Tasting Experiences
Current Release Tasting
Taste through the current lineup at the estate tasting room with estate truffle butter and fresh local bread. $40pp (complimentary for club members). Tasting fee waived with 2 bottle purchase.
Vineyard and Truffière Tour and Tasting
Tour the vineyard and truffière with a specially curated wine lineup, estate truffle butter and local bread. 4 guest maximum. $125pp (complimentary for club members depending on level).
Library Tasting
Taste through favorite library wines including first estate wines and older wines from Denner and Jespersen Ranch vineyards. $85pp ($40 for wine club members). Tasting fee waived with 2 bottle purchase.
Vineyard Tour and Barrel Tasting with Winemaker/Owner
Private experience with owner and winemaker Brian Farrell Jr touring the estate vineyard and truffière, learning about organic farming and minimal intervention philosophies, tasting releases and barrel samples with cheese and charcuterie. Approximately 3 hours. $250pp ($175pp for club members).
Private Wine Pairing Dinner with Winemaker and Chef
Private wine and food pairing dinner with winemaker Brian Farrell Jr and top local chefs for 6-12 people. 5 course custom menu with winemaker and chef discussions. Cuisine options include New American, French Fusion, Indian, Italian/Neopolitan, Spanish, or Peruvian. $300pp. 2 weeks notice required.
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Caelesta Wines is at 2855 El Pomar Dr, Templeton, California, United States.