Picture Malibu, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, and this is exactly what you see: blue skies, surf, sunshine—maybe even a movie star or two. The stars of southern California wine share the blue skies and sunshine of our famous beaches, but the lifestyle is more serene, with quiet vineyards tucked into rolling valleys and foothills. Picture this: one San Diego vineyard grows their Cabernet Sauvignon at 1,300 meters (4,400 feet) above sea level, the highest vineyard elevation in California.
Details: South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s outdoor Tree Lighting Festival is full of fun and holiday surprises for the whole family. A wonderful variety of seasonal-inspired dishes, assorted Christmas cookies and other delicious desserts will be available, along with a hot chocolate and cider station. Entertainment includes Christmas carolers and a DJ playing holiday music. There will also be tractor rides, horse and carriage rides, arts and crafts, photos with Santa, and the exciting tree lighting begins at 6 p.m. South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is proud to be an official Toys for Tots drop-off location and encourages guests to bring new, unwrapped toys to donate to less fortunate kids. Tickets are required for this event and will be on sale through the online store at southcoastwinery.com/tree-lighting. 
Details: Holiday guests enjoy a winter-inspired celebratory Christmas meal at South Coast Winery’s The Vineyard Rose Restaurant – prepared by Executive Chef José Esparza and his culinary team – served in a lovely dining room surrounded by vineyard views. The Christmas Holiday dinner menu includes openers, soups and salads, entrees and desserts. Find out more here: https://www.southcoastwinery.com/christmas Reservations are required at OpenTable or by calling (951) 719-8356. 
