Our Zinfandel is one of our most celebrated programs here at Doffo Winery. So many elements play a role in turning a batch of grapes into a finished wine that it is difficult to point to any single thing as the reason for our success. But whatever the reason, ask any Doffo Wine Club member…
When it comes to California wines, Cabernet Franc is one of those varietals that many wine lovers are not as familiar with compared to more popular red varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, or Zinfandel. While it does not get as much attention or praise, a well-made Cabernet Franc has the potential to pair…
For the February 2018 Wine Club Release, Chef Louie Ortiz has prepared a classic Italian appetizer that is sure to be a hit at parties or at your next family dinner alongside your favorite Italian dish! Arancini with Romesco Sauce Risotto: 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 small…
Another incredible year has come and gone! Grapes have grown and so have we as a family-owned and operated winery. We would like to take a moment to reflect on 2017 and all of the fantastic moments that really made it special. This year we stepped up to the plate to bring our customers and…
Last year, at the inaugural Temecula Valley People’s Choice Blind Tasting & Awards, our 2014 Zinfandel made a big impression and was awarded 2nd Place. This year we returned with our 2015 Zinfandel and once again the people spoke — this time awarding Doffo 1st Place for this delectable estate red! Winemaker Damian Doffo on…
This year, for the first time, Doffo Winery is a proud sponsor of the Academy of Ballet Arts and their production of The Nutcracker. Doffo Events Coordinator, Samantha Doffo, shares with us her strong connection to the arts and the many ways that you can show your support this holiday season. Ballet has always had…
Recipe by: Chef Louie Ortiz Pair with: Doffo 2014 Salute Milanesa 6 oz. N.Y. strip 1 cup canola oil 1 cup all-purpose flour Kosher salt and fresh black pepper 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1 lime 1 bundle of fresh kale, torn into bite size pieces 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 2…
Recipe by: Chef Louie Ortiz Pair with: Doffo 2014 Syrah Pork Ragu 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder ,cut into 3 pieces Kosher and fresh black pepper 1 tbsp. Veg. Oil 1 large onion, finely diced 6 garlic clove, minced 2 tbsp. Tomato paste 1/2 cup red wine 1 28oz. Can whole peeled tomatoes 4 sprigs…
Recipe by: Chef Louie Ortiz Pair with: Doffo 2014 Mistura Ingredients: 1 pound of beef tenderloin, cut into cubes 1/2 cup aji panca paste or chili paste 1/4 cup olive oil 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp. Red wine vinegar 2 tsp. Dry oregano 2 tsp. Ground cumin 2 tsp. Smoked paprika 1 tsp. Turmeric…
Doffo Winery will host the 4th Annual Kurt Caselli Foundation Benefit, presented by SCORE International on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Doffo Winery has joined forces with Wilson Cycle Sports KTM of Murrieta, FMF Racing, GoPro, Klim, Torco and District 37 to help raise money for The Kurt Caselli Foundation and their mission to improve the…
Recipe by: Chef Louie Ortiz Pair with: Doffo 2014 Zinfandel 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced thin 4 ounces penne pasta 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 large pinch of saffron 1 large fresh tomato, diced 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 lb. chorizo, cooked and crumbled 2 ½ cups vegetable broth Salt and pepper…
Welcome to our Featured Wine series! Each month we will profile a Doffo wine, giving you a little bit of back story about the winemaking process, what to expect when you taste it, and what kinds of foods to pair it with. We hope you enjoy and visit us in Temecula soon to learn more about…
Wine bottles dipped in wax sure look good on the shelf, but can sometimes be tricky to open. Fear not! Watch Damian as he demonstrates how to open these bottles with relative ease using nothing more than a two-stage waiter’s corkscrew. It all starts with the corkscrew. Damian prefers his high quality two-stage corkscrew because…
It’s that time of the year again! Now’s your chance to stock up for the holidays with these special offers on select Doffo wines available online and in the Doffo Tasting Room. Online Specials Save 30% on our 2013 Mistura and 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon between Friday Nov 25 and Monday Nov 28 online at shop.doffowines.com.…
While we take the time this holiday season to reflect on all that we have to be thankful for, we urge you to get involved in your community to help those that are less fortunate. One way you could do that is with Project T.O.U.C.H. Project T.O.U.C.H. is a local Temecula charity organization that works to overcome…
Calling all Paulina fans! Many of our customers and visitors fall in love with our Paulina Sparkling Wine. This crisp and refreshing cuvee style sparkling wine is made from Chardonnay with just a touch of Muscat, and is the perfect drink for nearly any occasion! And with the new Paulina Club, you’ll always have a…
Our featured Wine of the Month is our Paulina, Sparkling Line. We could simply tell you that it’s a Cuvée style wine made from a Chardonnay with just a touch of Muscat, that pairs well with almost anything. But instead, we are sharing with you some memories from Samantha Doffo about her grandmother Paulina, after…
The 3rd Annual MotoDoffo Event to Benefit the Kurt Caselli Foundation, presented by SCORE International, is in the books. Thanks to contributions from event sponsors and attendees more than $32,000 was raised for the Foundation and their mission to improve off-road safety. Relive the event through these images taken at Doffo Winery on June 11, 2016.…
Saturday just got lovelier at Doffo Winery. Talented musicians will be performing live on Saturdays in July from 1-4pm at our Doffo Winery patio. July 2nd Martin Mancuso Saxophonist Martin Mancuso from Las Vegas will delight winery visitors with his smooth jazz renditions of songs including “A Train,” “Andrea Bocelli medley,” “All the things you…
In just a few short weeks we will be hosting our 3rd annual Fundraiser event to benefit the Kurt Caselli Foundation. For those of you who are not motorcyclists, a brief intro. Kurt Caselli was a very successful off-road motorcycle racer, and more importantly was universally respected and well-liked in the motorcycling community. In 2013,…