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Wine Tasting with Chocolate & Cheese Pairing

About this Experience

What you'll do:

Indulge in our most decadent tasting experience, where wine, chocolate, and cheese come together in perfect harmony. This guided tasting features a curated selection of Rancho Capistrano Winery’s handcrafted wines, each thoughtfully paired with artisan chocolates and boutique cheeses chosen to highlight the unique flavor notes of our most popular varietals.

Guests will savor rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolates, beautifully balanced cheeses, and wines sourced from premier regions including Paso Robles, Lodi, and Northern California. This sensory journey is elegant, playful, and perfect for date nights, celebrations, or anyone looking to elevate their wine experience.

A guest favorite and an unforgettable way to experience the very best of Rancho Capistrano Winery.

Why we love it for your party:

  • It’s interactive and fun, giving your guests something to experience together

  • A perfect blend of indulgence: wine, artisan chocolate, and boutique cheeses

  • Creates natural conversation and shared moments

  • Feels elevated and memorable without being too formal

  • Great for birthdays, engagements, anniversaries, or any celebratory gathering

  • Everyone leaves feeling like they discovered a new favorite pairing

  • A unique, crowd-pleasing experience you won’t find anywhere else

About this experience partner:

We’re proud to partner with Batch, a curated platform that connects guests with the best local experiences. Batch helps highlight unique, memorable activities like our Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Experience so guests can easily discover and book the perfect outing or celebration. Their dedication to showcasing high-quality, handcrafted experiences aligns with our mission of creating unforgettable moments through great wine, food, and hospitality. Together, we’re excited to welcome new guests and elevate every visit to Rancho Capistrano Winery.

Additional information:

  • All experiences are prepaid and include a reserved table for your group

  • Tastings last approximately 60–75 minutes

  • Guests must be 21+ to participate

  • Perfect for small groups, date nights, celebrations, or team outings

  • Our wines are sourced from premier regions including Paso Robles, Lodi, Northern California, and Washington

  • Artisan chocolates and cheeses may vary seasonally to highlight the freshest and most complementary flavors

  • Our team will guide you through each pairing and answer any wine questions

  • Available exclusively at Rancho Capistrano Winery, San Juan Capistrano, Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-3pm

  • Add brunch or dinner before or after your tasting to complete the experience

Book This Experience

Visit the experience booking site to check availability and book your experience.

Location

Orange County, CA

26755 Verdugo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance, or can I walk in?

Reservations are preferable, however, walk-ins are welcome depending on availability.

Can I customize the wine, chocolate, or cheese selections?

Yes, we offer the standard wine, chocolate and cheese, but you can choose if you want only the chocolate or cheese.

Is there a minimum or maximum group size?

Minimum is one and maximum party is 25.

Is the seating indoors, outdoors, or on the patio?

Seating is indoors.

What is your cancellation policy?

This is a prepaid experience. All reservations are final, and we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations, changes, or no-shows.

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Can I purchase the wines, chocolates, or cheeses afterward?

Wines only are available for purchase.