Anchor Point Winery & Resort is to be a Landmark Destination dedicated to providing world-class experiences through offerings that include:
- Wine Tasting & Tours
- State-of-the-Art, On-Site Wine Production
- Wedding & Private Event Facilities
- Full Service On-Site Catering
- Award Winning Restaurants & Bars
- Expansive Outdoor Patios & Membership Tasting Areas
- 80-Room Contemporary Luxury Resort, Clubhouse & Spa
In addition to the winery and resort destination-centric amenities and activities, Anchor Point Winery & Resort provides 31 acres of endless vineyard views and beautifully landscaped common areas.
Anchor Point Winery & Resort is a Proud Sponsor of the Great River Coalition
About the Great River Coalition
A lot of environmentalists advocate the preservation of bees’ population growth. They have a direct and indirect effect on what people eat and drink because they are the primary pollinator of crops. These insects also help in protecting other insects which, in turn, act as predators for the pests.
When it comes to vineyards, the high presence of bees is an important indicator that the vineyards are healthy as growers do not need to use chemicals in maintaining them. An organic or biodynamic vineyard only uses natural growing techniques to make it sustainable. The bee’s role in this is their cross-pollination which allows fruits and other flowers to grow. This results in other insects visiting the vineyard and protects it from being destroyed by unwanted pests such as green lacewings and syrphid flies or hoverflies. If a vineyard has a full and healthy ecosystem, everything works together so its soil is replenished with important nutrients and allows grape vines to grow well and properly.
Although bees are also attracted to fruit sap and juice, this does not pose a problem if a vineyard follows a holistic approach to reach a healthy ecosystem. Bees are fundamental and also the foundation for this approach. They act as the main pollinator and, at the same time, act as the guardians of the vineyard. Natural yeast can be found in the intestines of bees which can also be found in the fermentation of wine. When vines are planted without the help of bees or if they are planted with the help of chemicals, these grape vines will probably be damaged or produce low-quality wines.
But there are also other ways wherein a vineyard can benefit directly from having beehives in the property. Other wineries have already started profiting through selling honey made from their own hives.
Upcoming Event: Earth Day Bee Run-Walk 5K
The Earth Day Bee Run-Walk 5K on April 22, 2023, supports the Great River Coalition’s advocacy for preserving, protecting and promoting the historic, commercial and environmental significance of the Mississippi River, the City of Minneapolis and it’s relationship to the people and their communities.
The Anchor Point Philosophy
Anchor Point Winery and Resort will be Southern California’s premier resort, winemaking, and grape growing destination.
Owner Anthony Zhang’s commitment to high quality agriculture and passion for world-class entertainment, hospitality, food and wines will be uniquely experienced by all visitors.
Anthony’s agriculture background, his deep care for nature and love for people will all be expressed in this adventurous, fun, casual, warm and inviting design and development.
Temecula Valley Wine Country
Where the Sun Shines Through the Mist
The following is an excerpt from the Temecula Valley Vintners Association Wine Study Guide.
A Brief Background
Over 200 years ago, in 1797, winemaking made its debut in California at Mission San Juan Capistrano. The first winemakers were the mission padres. The tradition of winemaking still exists only one hour east in Temecula, where mission vineyards were established in 1820.
Extensive research showed that the Temecula Valley was ideal for growing premium wine grapes. The fog often lingers until mid-morning on this 1,400 foot plateau, located below the peaks of the local mountain range. The word “Temecula” is derived from the Luiseno Indian language meaning “where the sun shines through the mist.”
Since 1966 more than 3,000 acres of premium quality wine grapes and wineries have sprung up in and around the Temecula Valley. In addition to growing fine chardonnay and sauvignon blanc, more recently the wineries in Temecula have been experimenting with Mediterranean varietals. The remarkable success of growing these varietals has produced many awards and medals in domestic and international competition.
Temecula Valley
A Unique Micro-Climate
The Temecula Valley is a classic example of a unique micro-climate. Several rather remarkable factors make it an ideal locale for growing premium quality wine grapes. The two gorges immediately to the southwest are called the “Rainbow Gap” and the “Santa Margarita Gap.”
As the sun warms the inland valleys to the East, the air rises, forming a low pressure area. The colder, much heavier Pacific maritime air lying off-shore is then drawn inland. The Coastal range presents a formidable barrier, allowing the cold air to pass inland only through gaps and
low spots in the mountains. The Rainbow Gap and Santa Margarita Gaps are two of these low places — and just beyond them lies the Temecula Valley.
The cool air flowing inland moderates the daytime temperatures and helps create a pattern of warm sunny days and cool nights, ideal for growing premium quality wine grapes.
The grape harvest was a perfect example of the region’s quality. Mostly harvested at night under unique lighting systems, the fruit was delivered to the wineries fresh and cool.
The Lapse Effect - Cool Air
The second meteorological factor affecting the Valley’s climate is the “lapse rate”. It involves the altitude of the vineyard land and the height of the surrounding mountains.
The mountain range surrounding Temecula is rather high, with peaks ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 feet. By contrast, the Northern California grape growing regions of Napa and Sonoma are only 2,000 to 3,000 feet high. The vineyards are located 1,400 to 1,600 feet above sea-level and anywhere else in the state would be considered “mountain vineyards.”
The higher the altitude, the colder the air. For every 1,000 feet of altitude, the temperature drops 3 degrees. This is known as the lapse effect, and explains, in part, why mountains are often snowcapped most of the year.
During the late night and early morning hours, very cold air collects in the valleys, bowls and depressions among the high peaks. Being more dense and heavier than warm air, drains off the heights much like water. The cool air cascades through the Santa Margarita River channel, meandering through Temecula, providing a second, additional drop in the Valley’s already cool nighttime temperatures. As a result, nighttime lows in and around the Temecula Valley are colder on the average than those temperatures recorded at Oakville, in the heart of the Napa Valley. These cool nighttime temperatures are critical in developing high quality grapes — it affects the wine’s flavor, color and aroma.
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