About
Cheval Winery is a family-owned boutique winery on 5 acres in Escondido, California, offering a taste of Italy’s charm with rustic beauty and refined elegance. Inspired by their love of horses—reflected in the name 'Cheval' meaning horse in French—they produce fine wines focusing on Italian varietals and blends. Visitors can enjoy tastings at the modern, dog-friendly Tipsy Barrel Tasting Room amid natural surroundings.
Italian-inspired varietals like Sangiovese, Barbera, Montepulciano
Horse-themed branding
Boutique winery with modern tasting room
Found CHEVAL WINERY, LLC via Phantom Ales?
Free daily newsletter — more hidden-gem breweries, wineries, and distilleries delivered every morning, from a former brewery owner.
Photos
What They Make
Maverick
Sangiovese blend with hints of blackberry, dry cocoa, cherry cola, espresso, red licorice; balanced structure and acidity.
Walk The Line
Syrah.
Codebreaker
Barbera.
Johnny Walker Bay
Merlot.
Red Hot Diva
Montepulciano.
Simply Vane
Sangiovese blend.
Bullet
Cabernet Franc.
Bubba
Bordeaux.
Melody Zapper
Sauvignon Blanc.
Beverly Rose
Rosé of Pinot Noir.
Cash
Sparkling wine.
Awards
Gold Medal, San Diego Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, California State Fair 2020
2020
Latest News
Site updated 2025-03-12; 'An Unplanned Adventure' story featured.