Avensole Winery To Close In Temecula Valley Wine Country
TEMECULA, CA — Avensole Winery and Tasting Room in Temecula Valley Wine Country announced its pending closure on social media Monday, leaving wine club members, restaurant fans, and future wedding parties wondering what the venue’s future holds.
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“It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Avensole Winery. After many wonderful years of serving our guests and the Temecula Valley community, we will cease operations. We want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who has been a part of our journey — from our dedicated team to the amazing guests who created lifelong memories with us,” the message read.
Bridal parties planned for the venue should contact Wedgewood Weddings who has told stakeholders they will honor all planned weddings at the facility.
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Fans and Friends of the winery immediately began leaving messages on their Facebook page.
“Happy anniversary to us,” Joe Diesel wrote over Facebook. “(My wife) and I had our first date here 6 years ago and got engaged here 4 years ago.”
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Others mentioned the loss of the restaurant and the wine club while looking forward to what is next for the winery. According to employees, the wine club will email members to alert them of the closure.
The Lytton family purchased Avensole Winery and Tasting Room, which transitioned it from its original owner, the Van Roekel Winery, along with the Temecula Valley Wine Growers Association.
According to Visit Temecula Valley, Avensole was a labor of love in tribute to Bill and Sylvia Lytton. The Lytton family owned it, including their daughter Maribeth and son Sheldon Lytton, who passed away in 2019.
Avensole opened its doors in 2016 and has become an area favorite for many with its outdoor dining, beautiful vistas, and tasting room. According to the realtor, it was placed for sale for $14.9 million and has been under contract since July 25.
Robert Renzoni told Patch he is awaiting the completion of the sale of the property, which has been stalled due to legal issues at Avensole.
“We look forward to revitalizing the experiences once enjoyed at Avensole,” he told Patch. “And together with my partner Dominic Galleano of the historic Galleano Winery, plan to rekindle the wonderful experience this property once offered.”
Though Patch initially reported that we spoke with Robert Renzoni himself, the comment came from an employee at Robert Renzoni Winery who did not know the situation.
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