P 路O 路N 路T 路E Family Estate
Ponte Family Estate
Ponte Family Estate provides a serene and uniquely sophisticated atmosphere, with a 60 room boutique hotel, exceptional meeting facilities, state-of-the-art audio / visual equipment and delicious cuisine, all at a real working winery. Inspire your team, celebrate your successes and make your presentations more effective. After a restful sleep in your luxurious rooms, your team will return to the city rested and invigorated.
Overview
Locations 6 Meetings & Events
8
Team Building Activities
24
Dining 32 Tours and Tastings
57
Sustainability 84
Welcome
Ponte Family Estate is located in the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country and is just a short drive from Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County. We have farmed our Temecula vineyards since 1984 with our first harvest in 1985. Our fabulous Ponte Winery, next door to the inn, opened in 2003 and our boutique hotel opened in Spring 2012.
Location
Our winery and inn offer a variety of meeting and event locations, farm-fresh and unique dining options and extraordinary teambuilding opportunities. Let us help you plan your ideal wine-country meeting and discover the charm of a stay in the country.
Meetings & events
The Vineyard Pavilion
The Decanter Room
The 4,800 square foot Vineyard Pavilion is the ultimate blank canvas for large events. Host company parties or large meetings, trade shows or lectures. A loading ramp and retractable wall makes it easy to bring in heavy pieces of equipment or staging or to demo vehicles. This venue also includes our Vineyard View Terrace an excellent location for breaks, team-building activities and other gatherings.
Private and intimate, The Decanter Room can be reserved Monday through Friday for small meetings or private tasting or dining experiences.
The Barrel Room The 1,344 square foot Barrel Room has oak barrels towering from floor to ceiling that will impress and inspire. It’s multiple configurations (reception, theater, classroom, banquet or U-shape) offer flexibility for your event.
The Vineyard Garden, Fountain View Garden or Vineyard Courtyard Enjoy 180 degree views of the vineyards and mountains surrounding the estate in one of our gardens or courtyards. On average, Temecula enjoys 275 days of sun each year, making our outdoor event spaces the perfect location for welcome receptions and post-event dinners. All meeting and event areas have WiFi internet access. Let our comprehensive events team plan the perfect event for you.
The Reserve Room The 1,258 square foot Reserve Room is matched by a patio of equal size and is perfect for large receptions, brainstorming sessions, meetings and retreats. The large floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows allow for vineyard views and there is a built-in bar and custom stone fireplace.
The Doppietta Room The Doppietta Room at Ponte Vineyard Inn is the perfect place to a small gathering of professionals. The room features state-ofthe-art audio / visual equipment and comfortably seats 10 people for a meeting, retreat or professional gathering.
Capacities and set-up options Location
Area
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Vineyard Pavillion
Indoor
4800
-
500
300
100
400
300
Barrel Room
Indoor
1344
-
150
100
40
200
100
Reserve Room
Indoor
1258
-
120
90
40
130
90
Doppietta Room
Indoor
285
10
-
-
-
10
10
Decanter Room
Indoor
360
10
-
-
-
10
10
Vineyard Garden
Outdoor
-
-
400
-
-
300
150
Fountain View Garden Outdoor
-
-
300
-
-
300
180
-
-
400
-
-
300
150
Vineyard Courtyard
Function space specifics
Outdoor
Vineyard Pavillion
room Capacities based on set-up style Location
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Vineyard Pavillion
4800
-
500
300
100
400
300
Barrel Room
room Capacities based on set-up style Location
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Barrel Room
1344
-
150
100
40
200
100
Reserve Room
room Capacities based on set-up style Location
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Reserve Room
1258
-
120
90
40
130
90
Doppietta Room
room Capacities based on set-up style Location
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Doppietta Room
285
10
-
-
-
10
10
Decanter Room
room Capacities based on set-up style Location
Square Footage
Conference
Theatre
Classroom
U Shape
Reception
Banquet
Decanter Room
360
10
-
-
-
10
10
A variety of team building and group activities are available and easily accessible at Ponte Family Estate. Please let us know how we can help make your meeting or retreat successful. Here is a sample of the team building activities we provide:
• Wine Tasting • Vineyard Dinners • Grape Stomp (Aug – Nov) • Hot Air Balloon Rides • Painting in the Vineyard • Blind Cheese and Wine Tastings • Culinary Competitions • Horse-drawn carriage rides
Team Building
Ponte Vineyard Inn is a sixty-room boutique hotel surrounded by vineyards and offering stylish interiors and upscale amenities, including:
• A short stroll or horse-drawn carriage ride to three wineries • Award winning al fresco dining options • Cellar Lounge featuring top-shelf spirits • One acre landscaped pond with gazebo and dock • Garden courtyard with outdoor fire pit • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property • Eco-friendly adaptation • Fitness Room and Business Center Each Guest Room includes: Eastern King Beds or two Queen Beds Fine linens Pillow top mattress 42” HDTV flat screens iPod or iPhone docks Free Wifi high-speed internet Custom gown-sized armoire Laptop sized safe Patio or balcony Ultra quiet central AC and ceiling fan Signature bath amenities and eco-friendly towels Spacious bathrooms with oversized showers Comfortable robes Keurig pod coffee machine and tea pot Sustainably built and supplied
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Accommodations
Ponte Vineyard Inn offers several suite options, including two 1,300 square foot Grand Suites perfect for entertaining or enjoying a luxurious stay. Each Grand Suite includes:
• Separate Master bedroom with a fireplace and flat screen HDTV • Two bathrooms • Butler’s pantry, living, dining, media area and powder rooms • Docking stations • High-speed Wi-Fi • In-room digital laptop-sized security safe • Built-in bar • Keurig coffee machine • Refrigerator • In-room climate control and heated bathroom floors
Suites
Ponte Family Estate offers several fine dining options. Enjoy Al Fresco dining at The Restaurant at Ponte a top-50 restaurant for outdoor dining in the U.S., treat your team to an exquisite fine dining experience at Bouquet Restaurant or savor gourmet gastropub fare and craft cocktails at The Cellar Lounge, Ponte Vineyard Inn’s new bar. We specialize in Farmer’s Market salads, grape-wood fired pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, natural beef, sustainable seafood and homemade desserts. One of our restaurants is always open during the hours of 7 am and 10 pm. We also offer a room service option at Ponte Vineyard Inn.
Dining
We offer a delicious array of menu choices for your meeting or event. Our menus change with the seasons so we are always able to offer sustainable, local wine country cuisine carefully chosen by our Executive Chef. We are pleased to meet all of your culinary needs and will gladly assist in creating any customized menus you may require. Start your day, 38 Breaks, 40 A La Carte, 41 Buffet Luncheons, 44 Sit Down Luncheons, 45 Dinner Menus, 46 Dinner Accompaniments, 48 Alternate Dinner Option, 49 Progressive Dining, 50 Hors D’oeuvres, 53 Bar Service Menu, 54 Tours and Tasting, 57
Event Menus
Start Your Day Breakfast Selections Continental Breakfast $18 Fresh fruit tray Assorted pastries, croissants and muffins Preserves and sweet butter Chilled orange, cranberry and apple juices Freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee and selection of hot tea Full Breakfast Buffet $27 15 person minimum
Fresh fruit tray Farm fresh scrambled eggs Wine Country potatoes Applewood smoked bacon or chicken apple sausage Assorted breakfast pastries, croissants and muffins Assorted preserves and sweet butter Chilled orange, cranberry and apple juices Freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee and selection of hot tea
Omelet Bar $11 When accompanied by a breakfast freshly prepared by our Chef ~ 15 person minimum
Your guests choose from: Red bell peppers, green onions, mushrooms, cheese, tomatoes, diced ham, spinach, bay shrimp and salsa fresca Plated Breakfast $25 Citrus fruit compote Wild mushroom and spinach quiche Your choice of ham steak, applewood smoked bacon, or chicken apple sausage Wine Country potatoes Assorted sliced breakfast breads Freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee and selection of hot tea
Accompaniments Enhance your continental or full breakfast with a selection of one or more of the following (priced per person)
Cream cheese glazed cinnamon rolls $2 Mascarpone blintz with Meyer Lemon Glaze $5 Assorted bagels with cream cheese $4 Vegetable quiche $6 Mini scones and jams $3 Smoked salmon platter $9 All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Breaks Refreshments Package
A La Carte Freshly Squeezed Orange and Grapefruit Juices
$19 carafe
Freshly Squeezed Lemonade
$17 pitcher
Freshly Brewed Coffee Regular and Decaffeinated Selection of Teas
$45 gallon
Chilled Frappuccino
$5 each
Assorted Soft Drinks
$4 each
Bottled Water
$4 each
Sparkling Water
$6 each
Bagels with Cream Cheese
$30 dozen
Danish and Muffins
$26 dozen
Sliced Fruit Platter
$40 serves 10
Whole Fruit
$15 dozen
Individual Yogurts
$3 each
Granola Bars
$4 each
Available All Day
$10 Assorted sodas and bottled waters Freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee Selection of hot tea Iced Tea Lemonade
Afternoon Break
Assorted gourmet chips $3 Grilled vegetable cruditĂŠs with hummus $5 A selection of imported and domestic cheeses served with assorted gourmet crackers $6 Clam and crab dip served with assorted gourmet crackers $15 Assorted cookies (chocolate chip, oatmeal, peanut butter and white chocolate macadamia nut) $26 dozen Assorted dessert bars (cheesecake, raspberry, lemon and pecan) $32 dozen
Ideal Bite $14 Selection of Granola and Power Bars Sliced Seasonal Fruit Assortment of Individual Yogurts Assortment of Fruit Juices and Bottled Water
Twisted Vine
$16 Bruschetta Ponte Olive Blend Spiced Almonds Imported and Domestic Cheeses Artisan Breads All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Buffet Luncheons Mediterranean
Deli Luncheon
$44 Mixed Greens Salad with cucumber, tomato, feta cheese, pepperocinis and balsamic vinaigrette Grilled Chicken Breast with artichokes and olives Marinated Beef Steak with chimichurri Israeli Cous Cous with tomatoes and fresh oregano Grilled Herbed Vegetables Artisan Breads and Butter Seasonal Fruit Tart
$29 Choice: add a Basil Potato Salad, Wine Country Salad or Chef’s Harvest Soup Freshly baked breads and rolls Penne Pasta and Feta Cheese Salad Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tray Assorted Italian meats with assorted domestic cheeses Relish Tray and Condiments Assorted Homemade Cookies
Southwestern Buffet $40 Five Bean Salad with Roasted Corn Mixed Green Salad with ranch dressing and balsamic vinaigrette Beef and Chicken Fajitas with flour tortillas, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese and tomatoes Cheese Enchiladas with ancho chile sauce Spanish Rice Black Beans with Jack Cheese Corn Muffins Churros Mexican Chocolate Brownies All lunch buffets include Iced Tea, Lemonade and a Selection of Teas **There will be an additional $50 Charge for Guarantees Less than 20 Guests Buffets are designed for maximum of two hours of service. A surcharge will apply for extended service. *An $85.00 Chef Attendant fee will apply for items prepared or carved at the buffet 20% service charge and California sales tax
Country Barbeque $43 Garden Green Salad Hoisin Glaze Baby Back Ribs with Korean barbecue sauce Barbecue Chicken with roasted garlic barbecue sauce Green Cabbage Apple Cider Slaw BBQ Baked Beans Warm Buttermilk Biscuits Fresh Fruit Cobbler
Italian Fare $40 Caesar Salad Prosciutto and Smoked Gouda Gratined Breast of Chicken and a fresh tomato basil coulis Penne Pasta with tomatoes, capers, Kalamata olives and crushed red pepper Home-Style Meatballs Green Beans with Garlic and Olive Oil House-made Tiramisu Mini Cannoli
Sit Down Luncheons Sit Down Hot Lunches $44 Select One Entrée for Sit Down Lunch All meals include the following:
Wine Country Salad Choice of roasted red potatoes or Temecula Valley country rice Freshly baked bread and chef’s choice of dessert Iced tea and lemonade Chicken Piccata Chicken with linguini pasta, olives, roasted artichokes, capers and olive oil
Seared Pork Chop Pork chop with seasonal vegetables and a Port-Ginger glaze Slow-Roasted Tri-Tip of Beef
Grilled Wild Salmon
Herb crusted tri-tip of beef, thinly sliced and served with a Cabernet glace and fried horseradish root served with seasonal vegetables
Salmon filet accented with a thyme-infused seedless grape relish served with seasonal vegetables
Sandwiches & Salads $35
Select one salad or sandwich to be served for lunch Chef’s choice of dessert Accompanied with assorted freshly baked rolls and butter, iced tea and lemonade Chicken Ciabatta Marinated grilled chicken breast, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, sun dried tomato pesto Italian baguette Capiocola, salami, mortadella, prosciutto, provolone, pepperconcini, onions, red chili flakes, tomatoes, lettuce, red wine vinaigrette, mustard, mayo, baguette Baby Spinach Salad Warm Pancetta vinaigrette, boiled egg, red onion, tomatoes, grilled flat iron steak
Ponte Cobb Salad Grilled chicken, tomatoes, red onions, sliced cucumber, Kalamata olives and crumbled gorgonzola on a bed of mixed baby greens with buttermilk basil dressing Traditional Chicken Caesar Salad Grilled chicken breast served on crisp romaine with Caesar dressing, worcestershire croutons, pink peppercorns and parmesan cheese Chopped Grilled Shrimp Salad
Butter lettuce, radicchio and Belgian endive lettuce, grapefruit and orange segments, with white wine vinaigrette All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Dinner Menus Plated: Your choice of one salad, side dish, vegetable, entree and dessert Buffet: Your choice of two salads, two entrees, one side dish, one vegetable and two desserts
Chardonnay Menu
Cabernet Menu
$56 Carved Striploin of Beef with a Cabernet reduction accented with fresh thyme
$64 Filet Mignon Wrapped with Applewood Bacon Classically grilled and served with rich Bordelaise sauce and fresh herb garnish
Roast Prime Rib Oven roasted and served with traditional creamy horseradish and garnished with a red onion confit Slow Roasted Pork Loin Herbs de Provence marinade, seared with a blackberry-demi sauce
10oz. Ribeye Steak Red wine demi fried sweet onions Semi-Boneless Half Chicken Oven roasted with Italian herbs and wild mushroom demi
Crab and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Boneless, skinless breast stuffed Roasted Chicken Breast with a crab and spinach stuffing and Frenched airline cut crusted with herb finished with garlic caper Hollandaise sauce seasoning, roasted to perfection and finished with a rich jus Fresh Swordfish Grilled to perfection and served Fresh Grilled Salmon with herb tomato coulis and olive tapenade Presented with a fennel grapefruit coulis Pork Tenderloin Filet Mignon Blackened Mahi Mahi Bacon wrapped, finished with lemon butter and tropical fruit salsa with onion bourbon marmalade Prosciutto-Wrapped Vegetarian EntrĂŠes Pork Medallions Grilled and served with fig and port reduction Tofu Lasagna Breaded tofu pan-seared with grilled squash, eggplant, red bell peppers and onions with marinara Menu is accompanied by freshly baked rustic bread, Linguine Limone coffee, decaffeinated coffee and selection of hot tea Fresh, lemon-infused linguine tossed with unfiltered extra virgin olive oil, Double Entree Selection additional $4.00 per person grilled eggplant, zucchini and yellow squash, Duet Entree Selection additional $8.00 per person roasted peppers, fresh thyme and basil, and topped with fried garlic chips Place cards with entree selection will be required and and shredded parmesan cheese provided by Client. All prices subject to a 20% service Grilled Balsamic Marinated charge and California sales tax Artichoke Hearts with reduction and herb aioli
Dinner Accompaniments Salads Wine Country Salad Mixed field greens with candied glazed walnuts, crumbled feta cheese and dried cranberries with balsamic vinaigrette Traditional Country Caesar Salad Fresh romaine lettuce with homemade croutons and freshly grated parmesan cheese Baby Spinach Salad Pancetta, cranberries, red onion, eggs, mushroom, white balsamic, blue cheese vinaigrette
Vegetables (choose one)
Alternate Dinner Option
Side Dishes
Stay in the Country Steak Cookout
(choose one)
$60 Greens with garden vegetables, white balsamic vinaigrette and herbed buttermilk dressing
Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with white truffle oil Roasted Herb Fingerlings Red Bliss Potatoes Spicy Cous Cous with roasted vegetables Fusilli with dried tomatoes, olive oil, parmesan cheese and bread
Western Style Cole Slaw Grilled Caesar Salad Grapevine Strip Steaks Grilled Chicken with Carolina Barbecue Sauce Salmon Grilled with Fresh Fruit Salsa and Lime Tequila Butter Baked Potato with sour Cream, Chives, Butter and Bacon Bits Corn-on-the-Cob with Melted Butter Fresh Baked Shortcakes with mixed Berries and Vanilla Cream S’Mores Tartletts
Desserts Strawberry Cheesecake Under A Glass
Chef’s Selection of Baby and Seasonal Vegetables Such as baby carrots, baby squash, zucchini, tender stalks of broccolini
Chocolate Mousse Bar with whiskey caramel and seasonal berries
Grilled Asparagus with herb olive oil
Buttermilk Panna Cotta with fruits and coulis
Sauteed Blue Lake Green Beans almonds and crispy onions
Chocolate Fudge Cake with raspberry spiced sauce Fresh Fruit Tarts with classic pastry cream
All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
All dinner buffets include Freshly Brewed Coffe (Regular and Decaffeinatted) and Selection of Teas **There will be an additional $5 Charge per person for Guarantees Less than 25 Buffets are designed for maximum of two hours of service. A surcharge will apply for extended service. *An $85.00 Chef Attendant fee will apply for items prepared or carved at the buffet 20% service charge and California sales tax
Progressive Dining Minimum 25 Guests Required Based on 2 Hours of Service *An $85.00 Chef Attendant fee will apply for items prepared or carved at the buffet
Salad Station
Romaine Hearts With Caesar Dressing Bay Shrimp, Croutons, Grilled Chicken And Reggiano Cheese $10
Imported Cheese Board
Saint Andre, Port Salut, Manchego, Brie, Shaved Reggiano, Honeycomb, Dried Fruits, Candied Walnuts, Seedless Grapes, Baguettes and Crackers $12
Risotto Martini Station
Chef Attendant Required Herb Risotto And White Wine Wild Mushrooms, Bay Shrimp, Maytag Bleu Cheese, Crisp Pancetta, Chives $19
Butcher Shop Station
7 Vegetables In Season Hummus and Yogurt Dip $8
Carver Required Roast New York Strip Loin with Horseradish Cream Roasted Turkey Breast With Cranberry Orange Relish and Grilled Pork Loin with Chimichuri or Leg of Lamb with Rosemary, Garlic and Lemon $24 Served with Mini Rolls, Whole Grain Mustard and Mayonnaise
Pizza Station
Slider Station
Farmer’s Market Vegetables
Margherita, Sausage, Pepperoni, Mushroom, Chicken, Artichoke $18
Potato Martini Station
Kobe Beef with Pork Belly Bacon Pulled Pork with Spicy Barbecue Sauce Lamb with Feta $22
Seafood Station
Chef Attendant Required Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes Sour Cream, Bleu Cheese, Crispy Pancetta, Caramelized Onions, Chives $16
Based On 5 Pieces Per Person Crab Claws, Mussels, Prawns, Steamed Clams, Sliced Sashimi $24
Pasta Station
Dessert Station
All threee included Gnocchi, Penne Pasta and Cheese Tortellini Sauce Select Three Bolognese, Basil Pesto, Marinara or Alfredo $18
Miniature Desserts Freshly Brewed Coffee Regular and Decaffeinated Selection of Tea $18
All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Hors D’oeuvres Hot Selections Crab Cakes with Jalapeño Lime Aioli Mini Beef Wellingtons Tomato Torte in a Mini Pastry Shell Petite Meatballs with a Sweet Chili Glaze Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Skewers with Rosemary~Apricot Glaze Mushroom Caps stuffed with Italian Sausage, Spinach and Tomato Pesto Scallop Wrapped in Prosciutto with Zesty Apricot Cocktail Sauce Southwestern Mushroom Wraps Shiitake mushrooms stuffed with a tangy mixture of chilis and cheese, fried in a won ton wrap Baked Brie Tarts with Caramelized Brown Sugar and Toasted Almonds Vegetable Spring Rolls served with a Sweet Thai Red Pepper Sauce
Cold Selections Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Ahi Tartare Finely chopped fresh Ahi tuna with Italian herbs and spices and extra virgin olive oil, served with grilled baguette slices Antipasto Skewers Sundried tomato,mozzarella cheese and Kalamata olive on rosemary skewer, marinated in balsamic vinegar, olive oil and herbs Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Cucumber Wasabi or traditional cocktail sauce Garden Fresh Crudités Featuring a selection of California’s freshest seasonal vegetables, served with homemade dipping sauce Gourmet Cheese Display Fresh Fruit Display Fresh fruit in season such as strawberries, pineapple, melon and exotic fruit served with our famous warm white chocolate fondue Seafood Bar Based on 3 pieces per person. May include a seasonal selection of oysters on the half shell, steamed chilled mussels, shrimp and manila clams. All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
$5 $5 $3 $3 $4 $3 $6 $3 $4 $3
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Bar Service The Vineyard Bar Package $18 A Wonderful Selection of Ponte Wines An Assortment of Domestic Beer Such as Coors, Coors Light, Bud Light, MGD and Miller Lite An Assortment of Soft Drinks
The Cellar Bar Package $24 A Wonderful Selection of Ponte Wines An Assortment of Premium and Domestic Beer Such as Corona, Stella Artois, Stone Pale Ale, Newcastle, Heineken,Coors, Coors Light, Bud Light, MGD and Miller Lite An Assortment of Soft Drinks
No Host Bar
Non-Alcoholic Bar
Bar set-up fee for cash bar $250 Bar sales are subject to a $400 minimum
$6 Iced tea Assorted sodas and bottled water Freshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee Assorted hot herbal tea Lemonade upon request
All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Tours & Tastings Tastings
Wow your guests with a wine tasting experience and taste some of the best wine Temecula has to offer. You and your guests will enjoy six different varieties of wines including several of Ponte’s special occasion wines. Included in the tasting is a souvenir logo wine glass. Wine tasting is $12 per guest plus 20% gratuity Monday through Friday Wine tasting is $20 per guest plus 20% gratuity Saturdays and Sundays
Tour
Allow our tour guides to take your guests on a fun and informative tour that shares the Ponte story, shows you how grapes are grown and teaches you how wine is made. Tours are an additional $5 per guest plus 20% gratuity Tour takes approximately 45 minutes when accompanied by a tasting
Displayed Imported Cheese $9 per person
All prices subject to a 20% service charge and California sales tax
Ponte
P 路O 路N 路T 路E F a m i l y Estate Estate Family
Winery
35053 Rancho California Road Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 694-9444 pontewinery.com pontevineyardinn.com