About
Forgotten Barrel Winery offers a wide selection of premium hand crafted wines using fruit sourced from Napa, Sonoma, Central Coast and San Diego County by winemaker John Eppler, who hails from Northern California with experience at Robert Mondavi and Rosenblum Cellars. The reincarnation of the former Ferrara Winery has transformed this once-forgotten homestead into a tranquil rustic hideaway in Escondido. They provide a tasting room, event calendar, and wedding venue services.
Premium hand crafted wines from Napa, Sonoma, Central Coast, San Diego County
Winemaker John Eppler with Napa experience
Wedding venue
Outdoor winery and tasting room
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Products
Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon
A bold and structured Cabernet with notes of blackberry, cassis, and oak.
Chardonnay
A crisp and balanced Chardonnay with hints of green apple and vanilla.
Petite Sirah
A deep, inky red with flavors of blueberry, pepper, and dark chocolate.
Rosé of Syrah
A refreshing rosé with strawberry and melon notes, perfect for warm days.
Sangiovese
A medium-bodied red with cherry, plum, and earthy undertones.
Awards
Gold Medal, San Diego International Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, California State Fair 2020
2020